Adventures in Food - Bistro Zinc #Chicago

Bistrot Zinc · 1131 N State St., Chicago, IL

http://www.bistrotzinc.com/

Escargot

A colleague and I dined at Bistro Zinc this week and were presently surprised at the symphony of delicious food and flawless service that we experienced.

Since escargot is one of my most favorite things in the world, Bistro Zinc had me at hello. Our server couldn't keep the bread basket filled fast enough for all of the sopping of decadence that ensued. The calling card of any great bistro is its french onion soup, and the Bistro's soup did not disappoint. The depth of flavor in the broth was pleasantly complimented with a rich molten layer of gooey frommage.

Salmon Chive and Chevre Quiche

I recently watched an episode of "The Best Thing I Ever Ate," and scoffed at the fact that Donatella Arpaia declared quiche, from an eatery in NYC, as her most guilty pleasure. Quiche? How can quiche be a guilty pleasure? And then, I met Bistro Zinc's quiche of the day.

Let me pause for a moment of silence...Oh yes, it was THAT GOOD! The crust must've been layered with butter and angel's tears. And the custard, chock full of salmon, chives and chevre > indescribably scrumptious.

It was insane how this food made my colleague and I chuckle with delight. Two people over 30 acting like utter fools over this food!

Chocolate Mousse with Creme Anglaise

At this point, there was no more room in my belly...but, I simply can't resist chocolate. Not only was the chocolate mousse a winner, but the almond butter cake was moist and tender and slightly chewy, and buttery, and complimented with light and airy whipped cream and macerated berries - divinity on a plate!

After my first bite of dessert, the sounds that came from my mouth were reminiscent of the famous diner scene in "When Harry Met Sally."I'm sure our fellow patrons were thinking, "I'll have what she's having!"


In all, Bistro Zinc is a pleasant way to spend any afternoon or evening. A true haven of comfort and exquisite cuisine.

Photos by: Chris Gray