Dick Heidt - City Magazine

learning more about food,”
said Stuart. “Keep raising the
bar; it’s as simple as that.”
At the Pirogue Grille, chefs
continue to excel by using a
hands-on and homemade approach
to cooking.
“It’s about not taking the
easy route or buying things
that are pre-cut in cans,” said
Stuart. “At Pirogue Grille, we
do our own butchery and
make everything fresh, including
breads, pastries, sauces
and soups, to create a quality
experience that people just
don’t get everywhere.”
Although Pirogue chefs
make repeat favorites, Stuart
does his homework before
entering the kitchen to create
something new. By reading
the latest cuisine articles,
periodicals and food reviews
and adding them to his dining
PIROGUE GRILLE
121 N. 4 th St.
Bismarck, ND
701-223-3770
The arrival of spring is reflected in the passion of
the culinary professionals at Pirogue Grille. The
seasonal approaches to the core menu and specials
have received accolades both locally and nationally.
Gourmet magazine named Pirogue Grille “One of
the 100 best farm-to-table restaurants in America”.
You need to experience it for yourself. Open
Monday-Saturday at 5:00 pm. 701-223-3770
www.piroguegrille.com
PEACOCK ALLEY
422 E. Main Ave.
Bismarck, ND
701-255-7917
Absorb historic elegance at Peacock Alley as you
enjoy fine cuisine. Much of the elegance and tradition
of the old Patterson Hotel has been preserved,
showcasing the Hotel's glory days. The majestic
lobby and palatial dining room were transformed
into the New Peacock Alley where you can savor
our wide variety of entrees individually prepared to
perfection. www.peacock-alley.com
experiences through traveling,
locals receive professional
cuisine with a Midwest flare.
The road to creating great
menu items may sound indepth,
but one bite of food
at the Pirogue Grille let’s you
know that the hard work is
definitely paying off.
This spring, in late April
and early May, Pirogue veterans
and newbies can enjoy
a three-course “Celebrate
Spring” special for only $30 a
person. This deal allows guests
to choose one appetizer, one
entrée and one dessert, infused
and inspired by the bountiful
ingredients of spring.
“This gives people the
chance to sit down and enjoy
the dining experience, rather
than just going out to eat,”
said Cheryl.
The menu will differ this
year, but a few highlights from
last year’s three-course celebration
included Orzo pasta
with house-made sausage and
broccolinni appetizer; grilled
N.D. top sirloin steak with
southwest dry rub and lime
butter entrée; and panna cotta
with strawberries.
Although the three-course
special is sure to attract many
guests, great menu items
are featured on the menu
every night of the week, from
house-made venison sausage
with sweet potato salad, to
grilled shrimp with ratatouille
and olive vinaigrette and N.D.
honey tart with strawberry
glaze and vanilla sauce.
Dining at the Pirogue is
truly a dream come true for
those looking to indulge in
big-city cuisine right here in
the capital city!
EAST 40 CHOPHOUSE
& TAVERN
1401 Interchange Ave.
Bismarck, ND
701-258-7222
East 40 delivers big-city flavors with small-town attitude.
Premium Sterling Silver Steaks, Dakota buffalo
and succulent seafood straight from the coast
are served in the charming surroundings of our
turn-of-the-century dining rooms and Old World
tavern. Don't miss Sake, Sushi & Live Music Night
every Monday or Tavern Jam with live music on
Thursdays. www.east40chophouse.com
BISTRO “AN AMERICAN CAFé”
1103 E. Front Ave.
Bismarck, ND
701-224-8800
Thursday is The Bistro Night with Rib Night and Sushi
Night. Enjoy delicious St. Louis Style Southwestern
Dry Rub or Jack Daniels BBQ Baby Back ribs, or
freshly rolled Sushi! All with live music by Shawn
Oban starting at 7pm. With spring coming, The
Bistro patio will open soon. Check www.bistro1100.
com for our live entertainment schedule and GREAT
specials.
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