Boulevard Bistro

While on my "vacation" in the good ole suburbs, my dear friend Shannon took me to one of her favorite restaurants in her home town, Boulevard Bistro. I've been to Boulevard Bistro a couple times before and have always enjoyed the welcoming owners, friendly staff, and the quality of food at affordable prices. Granted, we were in Elk Grove but this was a reputable restaurant that I wouldn't mind having back home in SF.

The table started out with Fried Shrimp Cakes with a Roasted Corn Salsa, Red Pepper Aioli and Micro Greens ($8) while I started off with the Veal Sweetbreads with Shitake Mushrooms and Red Wine Thyme Sauce ($9). I can't remember the last time I got sweetbreads for $9! This was a generous portion of the delightfully savory dish and the wine sauce was rich with flavor. The shrimp cakes were also very tasty and something we order each time.

 Boulevard Bistro offers something for everyone including vegetarian, poultry, seafood, and meat. The dishes are all pretty straightforward, nothing too elaborate in ingredients but all using quality and fresh, in-season ingredients. I got the Grilled Salmon with Fingerling Potato, Shitake Mushrooms, Asparagus and a Cauliflower Puree ($20) while Shannon got the Filet Mignon with Blue Cheese, Green Beans and Whipped Yukon Potatoes and a Cabernet Reduction ($34). The menu also included a Stuffed Chicken Breast with Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Roasted Red Peppers served with Potato Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus and Morel Mushrooms ($16), Seafood Trio of pan seared sea scallops, salmon & prawns with a sweet potato risotto ($20), and Griled Duroc Pork Chop with green beans, bacon, and mashed sweet potatoes ($22).

The owners of the restaurant are very nice and warmly greet you at the door, inviting you into their cozy bar area to enjoy champagne on ice before your meal. If you find yourself in Elk Grove or the Sacramento area, I would definitely recommend Boulevard Bistro for a delicious and enjoyable meal.

(916) 685-2220