Reservation Policies & Terms of Use
By making a reservation on open table, via telephone, text message, or email you agree to the Open Table terms of service.
Bistro Menil provides full-service dining. In order to provide the best possible experience and attend to all of our valued guests, we highly encourage reservations. We ask that all parties be present for seating. We are more than happy to hold reservations for up to 15 additional minutes.
In order to foster a communal dining environment, we kindly ask that use of personal electronic devices be limited in our dining areas.
Check Policy
We will gladly split checks evenly among as many guests as desired; however, in order to provide efficient service, we do not offer itemized checks. Tables of six or more will have 20% gratuity automatically added after sales tax.
To-Go Specials
These special offers are not available for in-house dining.
Pizza Special $35
Any Pizza + Caesar for 2 + Il Gufino Pinot Grigio or Trere Lôna Bôna Sangiovese
Any 2 Entreés $65
Any two entreés and choice of 2 sides (Mashed cauliflower potatoes, bistro fries, house salad or zucchini salad with pancetta) + a bottle of St Innocent Chardonnay or Guidobono Nebbiolo
Happy Hour
Wednesday - Sunday, 3:00 - 6:00pm
GF- gluten free, V- vegetarian
small bites
Crab Cake Bites
Bite-sized version of our signature crab cakes (GF)
13
Eggplant Fries
Our savory favotie with anchovy aioli (GF, V)
6
Pizza Bianca
White sauce, leek, garlic, with crisp pancetta
10
Pizzettes
Mancheo cheese and jamon serrano (Spanish ham) or Taleggio cheese, arugula, and pear
10
Potato Croquettes
Manchego and cheese croquettes with sofrito sauce (GF)
7
Spanish Meatballs
with sweet paprika tomato sauce
8
Calamari
fried calamari with fries and brava sauce (GF)
6
happy hour cocktails
by the glassCraft Beer & Cask Wine
6
Bonal & Cider
Bonal Gentiane Vermouth & spiced apple cider
9
Irish Coffee
coffee with Irish country cream
9
Bellini
French sparkling wine with peach purée, served in a coupe
10
Pasubio Tody
Pasubio Vino Amaro, simple syrup & lemon juice
9
Coconut Republic
coconut sake, ginger beer, and mint
10
Negroni Sbagliato
Cappelletti, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, Champagne, and orange peel
10
Limoncello Kiss
infused sake, lemon syrup and Prosecco
10
The Maddalena
Aperitivo Cappelletti, orange and grapefruit juice
9
Lower Manhattan
Dolin Dry Vermouth, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino and bitters
9
Cocconato
Jubilee Cocchi Rosa, Merichino cherry syrup & Topo Chico
9
Biciletta (our version of the Aperol Spritz)
Aperitivo Cappelletti, extra dry proseccco & Topo Chico
9
Bistro Menil Vermouth
A blend of Lustau Blanco and Rojo vermouths over ice, with an orange slice and a carafe of Topo Chico. Chef Gregory Martin’s preferred aperitivo.
6
Brunch Menu
Brunch served Saturday, and Sunday 11am – 3pm
GF- gluten free, V- vegetarian
brunch entrées
Brunch Galette
scrambled eggs, wild mushrooms, bacon, Gruyère cheese, roasted tomatoes, and arugula
25
Whole Grain Avocado Toast
Featuring egg whites, Scottish smoked salmon, and dairy-free basil pesto (GF,V)
25
Pancetta and Egg on Toasted Brioche Bun
Two eggs over easy on Italian bacon with beurre blanc
21
Caprese Omelet
With roasted grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil (GF, V)
21
Eggs Lyonnaise
Toasted brioche, Gruyère cheese, Jamón serrano, frisée, two eggs over easy, and Lyonnaise sauce (GF)
23
Brunch choices listed above are served with your choice of side salad or home fries.
Bistro Scottish Smoked Salmon Plate
Smoked salmon*, crab-deviled eggs, caviar, pickled beets & onions, caper berries, savory marscapone, with focaccia bread
32 (GF bread +5)
Belgian Waffle
a classic Belgian waffle with sugar pearls prepared one of two ways:
Fruit Forward – featuring mixed berry compote, fresh berries, blackberry sauce, maple syrup, and butter (GF,V) 22
Savory – browned with buttermilk-fried chicken breast, maple syrup, and butter (GF) 27
brunch cocktails
1/4, 1/2 or Full CarafeBlood Orange Mimosa
blood orange juice and Spanish Brut Cava
11/18/34
Mimosa
orange juice and Spanish Brut Cava
10/17/32
White Sangria Sparkler
Spanish Brut Cava and marinated fruit
11/18/34
Italian Red Sangria
Puianello, Reggiano Lambrusco AmabileRosso, Dolin Blanc, and orange slice
10/17/32
brunch cocktails by the glass
Bonal & Cider
Bonal Gentiane Vermouth & spiced apple cider
9
Irish Coffee
coffee with Irish country cream
9
Bellini French
sparkling wine with peach purée, served in a coupe
10
Pasubio Tody
Pasubio Vino Amaro, simple syrup & lemon juice
9
Coconut Republic
coconut sake, ginger beer, and mint
10
Negroni Sbagliato
Cappelletti, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, Champagne, and orange peel
10
Limoncello Kiss
infused sake, lemon syrup and Prosecco
10
The Maddalena
Aperitivo Cappelletti, orange and grapefruit juice
9
Lower Manhattan
Dolin Dry Vermouth, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino and bitters
9
Cocconato Jubilee
Cocchi Rosa, Merichino cherry syrup & Topo Chico
9
Biciletta (our version of the Aperol Spritz)
Aperitivo Cappelletti, extra dry proseccco & Topo Chico
9
Lunch and Brunch Reservations
Reservations made for parties of up to eight guests will be honored in our larger (Vue) dining room. Seating for parties of four guests or fewer in our smaller (Prive) room is subject to availability. Again, we ask that all party members be present for seating. Brunch is available Saturday and Sunday only.
Reservations for parties of up to 8 guests (adults and children) can be made online or by calling Bistro Menil at 713-904-3537.
Lunch Menu
Lunch service is provided Wednesday – Sunday, 11am – 4pm.
GF- gluten free, V- vegetarian
GF- gluten free, V- vegetarian
lunch starters
Potato and Manchego Cheese Croquettes
with sofrito sauce (GF)
14
Spanish Style Meatballs
with sweet paprika tomato sauce (GF)
15
Eggplant Fries
our signature starter with anchovy aioli and spicy brava sauce (GF)
13
Calamari
crisp yet tender, topped with Parmesan cheese (GF)
14
Goat Cheese Fondue
chèvre and Gruyère cheeses, leeks, garlic, crisp shallots, served with hand-made bread (V)
19 (GF bread +5)
Shaved Brussels Sprouts
with pine nuts, EVOO, watermelon radish, and pecorino cheese (GF)
17
Cheese Selection (rotating)
Houston Dairy Maids cheeses (3) with toasted fig and walnut bread, cornichons, candied pecans, sliced pear, and cranberry mostarda (GF, V)
22
Shrimp with Chorizo & Garlic
spicy sous-vide shrimp served with hand-made bread
25 25 (GF bread +5)
featured salads & soup
Jumbo Lump Crab
with avocado, shredded carrots, beets, Bibb lettuce, and apricot dressing (GF)
31
Duck Salad
crisp duck confit, sliced pears, mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, spiced pecans, and red-wine vinaigrette (GF)
28
Salmon Salad
sous-vide, farm-raised salmon (medium-rare), with avocado, grapefruit and orange segments, dressed with citrus vinaigrette (GF)
27
French Onion Soup
the classic featuring caramelized onions, veal stock, croutons, and topped with Gruyère cheese (GF)
16
bistro salads
Add to your bistro salad: chicken +7, salmon +8, crabcake +16, grilled shrimp +16
Veggie Bowl
quinoa, roasted beets, avocado, chickpeas, walnuts, roasted vegetables, EVOO and lemon vinaigrette (GF, V)
18
Bistro Caesar
classic Caesar salad with romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing*, white anchovies, croutons, and crab deviled eggs with caviar (GF)
22
Arugula Salad
with roasted beech mushrooms, Piave cheese, and lemon and EVOO dressing (GF, V)
18
hamburgers
1/2 lb. beef pattu
- burgers served with bistro home fries, Brava sauce, and cornichons -
- Gluten-free hamburger bun available +3 -
- burgers served with bistro home fries, Brava sauce, and cornichons -
- Gluten-free hamburger bun available +3 -
Manchego & Jamón Burger
featuring Spanish cheese and ham
19
Porcini-Rub Burger
porcini-mushroom-rubbed burger with bacon, truffle cheese, and caramelized onions
19
Chèvre Burger
goat-cheese-topped favorite with lemon-avocado salad
19
The Classic
with cheddar cheese, Bibb lettuce, tomato, and Dijonnaise
19
pizza
Gluten Free Cauliflower crust available +5
Bianca
white sauce, Gruyère cheese, chives, with crisp pancetta
23
Amalfi
soft Italian cheese, arugula, pear, and white-truffle oil (V)
20
La Spezia
fresh pesto, fresh mozzarella, and tomatoes (V)
19
San Marino
Italian sausage, beech mushrooms, tomato sauce, and mozzarella
20
Umbria
wild mushrooms, Italian truffle cheese, and white-truffle oil (V)
20
Granada
brava sauce, Manchego cheese, and jamón serrano (Spanish ham)
23
entrées
all main entrées served with choice of two side dishes (all gluten-free) at no charge:
cold zucchini with Parmesan and pancetta house salad (V)
mashed cauliflower & potatoes mix (V)
bistro fries (country-style fried potatoes) (V)
OR
à la cart specialty sides (additional charge):
seared Brussel sprouts with pancetta (GF) +14
layered ratatouille (GF,V) +13
potatoes au gratin (with Italian béchamel and Gruyère) (GF, V) +14
asparagus and goat cheese crepes (GF, V) +14
Crab Cakes
our signature entrée served with caper mayonnaise (GF)
35
Roasted Salmon
Atlantic salmon (farm-raised) with horseradish-dill sauce (GF)
33
Pan Fried Rainbow Trout
with sauce choron, oil-cured olives, and fried capers (GF)
31
Seared Lemon-Thyme Chicken
delicious sous-vide chicken, seared and served with pan drippings (GF)
32
Crisp Duck Confit
tender duck with crisp skin, served with pink peppercorn butter (GF)
34
12-Hour Beef Short Rib
fork-tender rib topped with port wine and shallot reduction (GF)
36
Chicken and Artichoke Crêpes
A tasty classic featuring fresh mozzarella and lemon beurre blanc sauce (GF)
24
Crab and Mushroom Crêpes
topped with lemon beurre blanc sauce (GF)
27
Quiche Lorraine
with thick-cut bacon and Gruyère cheese
25
Afternoon Tea Service
Looking for a great way to spend time with friends conversing over a soothing cup of tea and light bites? If it all starts off with a bit of champagne, even better.
With a fine selection of elegant finger food, sweet indulgences and your choice of several outstanding teas, Bistro Menil features a modern and relaxed spin on afternoon tea service, the perfect idea for intimate gatherings of friends.
Tea service is offered Wednesday to Sunday, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., along with our lunch and dinner menus. Tea service is $70 per person (includes sales tax & gratuity) with a two-person minimum. A credit card is required to secure all tea party reservations. Additional split of offer not available. Adding additional components to the menu will incur additional cost.
A final guest count is required 24 hours prior to service. Please provide any necessary menu requirements (food allergies and dietary requests) via email 24 hours prior to service.
By making a reservation for tea service you agree to the terms of service that are detailed here in addition to what is found at bistromenil.com. Please contact us at 713-904-3537 or make your reservation for tea service online. Reservations will be confirmed via phone. Modification of set menus will incur additional costs
Afternoon Tea Menu
Our afternoon tea service begins with a coupe of champagne (or Italian soda) followed by selections of savory and sweet bites, capped off with a soothing cup of tea as you and your companions overlook the surrounding green space and Menil Museum campus. Whether celebrating the impending arrival of a bundle of joy with your group of friends or reconnecting with that one special person, afternoon tea is the ideal gathering event.
to celebrate
Graitiot & Cie Champagne Brut Almanach No.1
or
Raspberry or Lemon Italian Soda
starter
Demitasse cup of Soup Du Jour
sandwiches & canapés
Smoked Scottish Salmon Finger Sandwiches
with cucumbers and mascarpone on brioche bread
Mini BLT's
bacon, arugula, & tomato mayonnaise, on house-made bun
Crab Cake Bites
with cornichon caper sauce
Crab and Avacado Egg Salad Canape
on toasted walnut bread (GF)
assorted sweets
Scones
with clotted cream, orange marmalade and strawberry jam
Lemon Tart
classic lemon curd with Italian meringue
Vanilla Crème Brûlée
decadently creamy classic with crisp sugar shell
TERMS & RESERVATIONS
Tea service is offered Wednesday to Sunday, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Tea service is $65 per person (includes sales tax & gratuity) with a two-person minimum. A credit card is required to secure all tea party reservations. Additional split of offer not available. Adding additional components to the menu will incur additional cost.
A final guest count is required 24 hours prior to service. Please provide any necessary menu requirements (food allergies and dietary requests) via email 24 hours prior to service.
By making a reservation for tea service you agree to the terms of service that are detailed here in addition to what is found at bistromenil.com. Reservations will be confirmed via phone.
Dinner Menu
Dinner served Wednesday - Sunday, 4pm - 9pm
GF- gluten free, V- vegetarian
GF- gluten free, V- vegetarian
starters
Potato and Manchego Cheese Croquettes
with sofrito sauce (GF)
14
Spanish Style Meatballs
with sweet paprika tomato sauce (GF)
15
Goat Cheese Fondue
chèvre and Gruyère cheeses, leeks, garlic, crisp shallots, served with hand-made bread (V)
19 (GF bread +5)
Calamari
crisp yet tender, topped with Parmesan cheese
13
Eggplant Fries
our signature starter with anchovy aioli and spicy brava sauce (GF)
13
Shaved Brussels Sprouts
with pine nuts, EVOO, watermelon radish, and pecorino cheese (GF)
17
Shrimp with Chorizo & Garlic
spicy sous-vide shrimp served with hand-made bread
25 (GF bread +5)
Cheese Selection (rotating)
Houston Dairy Maids cheeses (3) with toasted fig and walnut bread, cornichons, candied pecans, sliced pear, and cranberry mostarda (GF, V)
22
featured salads
Jumbo Lump Crab
with avocado, shredded carrots, beets, Bibb lettuce, and apricot dressing (GF)
31
Duck Salad
crisp duck confit, sliced pears, mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, spiced pecans,and red-wine vinaigrette (GF)
28
Salmon Salad
sous-vide, farm-raised salmon* (medium-rare), with avocado, grapefruit and orange segments, and dressed with citrus vinaigrette (GF)
27
French Onion Soup
the classic featuring caramelized onions, veal stock, croutons, and topped with Gruyère cheese (GF)
16
bistro salads
Add to your bistro salad: chicken +7, salmon +8, crabcake +16, grilled shrimp +16
Bistro Caesar
classic Caesar salad with romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, white anchovies, croutons, and crab deviled eggs with caviar (GF)
22
Arugula Salad
with roasted beech mushrooms, Piave cheese, and lemon and EVOO dressing (GF, V)
18
pizza
Gluten Free Cauliflower crust available +5
Bianca
white sauce, Gruyère cheese, chives, with crisp pancetta
23
Amalfi
soft Italian cheese, arugula, pear, and white-truffle oil (V)
20
La Spezia
fresh pesto, fresh mozzarella, and tomatoes (V)
19
San Marino
Italian sausage, beech mushrooms, tomato sauce, and mozzarella
20
Umbria
wild mushrooms, Italian truffle cheese, and white-truffle oil (V)
20
Granada
brava sauce, Manchego cheese, and jamón serrano (Spanish ham)
23
entrées
all main entrées served with choice of two side dishes (all gluten-free) at no charge:
cold zucchini with Parmesan and pancetta house salad (V)
mashed cauliflower & potatoes mix (V)
bistro fries (country-style fried potatoes) (V)
OR
à la cart specialty sides (additional charge):
seared Brussel sprouts with pancetta (GF) +13
layered ratatouille (GF,V) +12
potatoes au gratin (with Italian béchamel and Gruyère) (GF, V) +13
asparagus and goat cheese crepes (GF, V) +14
Crab Cakes
our signature entrée served with caper mayonnaise (GF)
35
Roasted Salmon
Atlantic salmon (farm-raised) with horseradish-dill sauce (GF)
33
Seared Lemon-Thyme Chicken
delicious sous-vide chicken, seared and served with pan drippings (GF)
32
Crisp Duck Confit
Served with pink-peppercorn butter (GF)
34
Bavette Steak*
sous-vide French flank steak with black-truffle butter (GF)
34
12-Hour Beef Short Rib
fork-tender rib topped with port wine and shallot reduction (GF)
36
Pan Fried Rainbow Trout
with sauce choron, oil-cured olives, and fried capers (GF)
31
Dessert
Dessert served Wednesday – Sunday 10 am - closing
GF- gluten free, V- vegetarian
GF- gluten free, V- vegetarian
Tarte Tatin
with Vanilla Gelato the classic French apple tart, big enough to share (GF)
15
Baked Alaska for Two
vanilla genoise, strawberry jam, strawberry ice cream, and Italian meringue (GF)
15
Lemon Tart
classic lemon curd with Italian meringue in house-made pastry shell (GF preparation available)
12
Buttermilk Blackberry Cake
financiers-inspired cake with blackberries and whipped cream (GF)
10
Tuscan Lemon-Almond Torte
our version of the classic Italian torte featuring our house-made lemon curd (GF)
13
Brownie a la Mode
rich chocolate brownie with vanilla bean gelato and a drizzling of caramel sauce (GF)
11
Bistro Cheese Cake
a combination of sweet cheeses with mixed-berry purée and whipped cream (GF)
14
Crème Brûlée
our creamy delight topped with a brûléed sugar shell (GF)
16
Chocolate Coconut Cream Ice Cream
a delicious dairy-free combination of rich chocolate and coconut cream with toasted coconut flakes (DF,V,GF)
10
Gelato and Sorbets
decadent vanilla gelato, exotic passion fruit, or tropical mango sorbet (GF)
9
Notice
In order to provide the best possible experience and attend to all of our valued guests, we highly encourage reservations. We ask that all parties be present for seating. We are more than happy to hold reservations for up to 15 additional minutes.
Guests are asked to notify their server of any food allergies or dietary restrictions when ordering so that the proper modifications, substitutions or clarification of menu choices can be made.
Please no outside food or beverages.
Dinner Reservations
To provide the highest level of service, parties of 9-12 guests will require a credit card to secure the reservation and a 20% gratuity is required after taxes. We do not offer itemized checks. Please make your reservation online or by calling Bistro Menil at 713-904-3537. Requests for specific seating areas are subject to availability.
By making a reservation on open table, via telephone, text message, or email you agree to the Open Table terms of service.
Terms of Use Agreement
By requesting seating in-person or making a reservation electronically, you are accepting the terms and conditions provided by Bistro Menil.
To-Go Menu Specials
Items offered on the To-Go Specials menu are not available for in-house dining.
Check Policy
We will gladly split checks evenly among as many guests as desired; however, in order to provide efficient service, we do not offer itemized checks. Tables of six or more will have 20% gratuity automatically added after sales tax.
