Bittersweet Bistro - Aptos, CA

rock shrimp & red rock crab; organic mesclun greens & honey-dijon crème fraîche

tender, marinated grape leaves filled with a mélange of rice, pine nuts, raisins & garden vegetables; lemon aioli & extra virgin olive oil

50 pounds of fresh onions go into making this delectable rendition of a french classic; simmered with garlic in a housemade beef stock; topped off with toasted swiss cheese & crostinis

wood roasted bosc pear, mesclun greens, pomegranate, point reyes blue cheese; balsamic glaze & hazelnut vinaigrette

a creamy combination of artichokes, crab, crayfish & caramelized onions; topped with swiss cheese

classic buffalo style spicy chicken wings & vegetable crudités; served with a housemade blue cheese dipping sauce

brussel sprouts, bacon, walnuts, capers, italian parsley tossed with a spicy calabrian vinaigrette; toasted baguette

curried organic quinoa, spinach, brussel sprouts, maple roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, apple, candied walnuts & spiced cider vinaigrette

two of each: classic sliders & chicken scallion taquitos; small portions of our crispy monterey bay calamari & sweet potato fries

filled with polenta, crème fraîche, butternut squash, parmesan cheese & fresh herbs

daybob bay oysters served with cocktail sauce

two shooters of raw oyster, housemade cocktail sauce & a float of serrano chili vodka

Note: shucked & baked to order, these can take awhile. washington state oysters (our rendition of a classic)

hot coppa, apple, roasted garlic, bermuda onion, gorgonzola, smoked mozzarella & cotija cheeses; topped with baby arugula & white truffle honey

mexican chorizo, black olives, jalapeños, bermuda onions, ranchero sauce, cotija & mozzarella cheese, scallions, salsa fresca & guacamole

a traditional combination of chicken, carrots, onions, celery, rice & lemon juice; simmered in a housemade chicken stock

roasted red pepper beurre blanc; au gratin potatoes & seasonal vegetables

oriental soy mustard sauce; mélange of jasmine, basmati & wild rice; stir-fried fried julienne vegetables

saffron infused rice with assorted fresh fish, prawns, calamari, clams, chicken, spanish chorizo sausage, sweet peppers, tomato & green beans

cabernet pan gravy; roasted garlic mashed potatoes & sautéed garlic spinach

cabernet demi-glaçe; garlic mashed potatoes & seasonal vegetables

gorgonzola cabernet demi-glaçe; garlic mashed potatoes & garlic broccolini

cabernet demi-glaçe & crispy bermuda onions; garlic mashed potatoes & seasonal vegetables

blood orange beurre blanc; au gratin potatoes & sautéed garlic spinach

pan seared chicken breast with a white wine, demi-glaçe, lemon & caper sauce; au gratin potatoes & seasonal vegetables

sautéed filet tips with exotic mushroom, spinach, garlic, caramelized onion, white wine, brandy, & sour cream served over fettuccine pasta

chili-garlic beurre blanc; mélange of jasmine, basmati & wild rice; stir-fried julienne vegetables

white wine, lemon, caper & shallot sauce; au gratin potatoes & seasonal vegetables

organic mesclun greens & housemade cocktail sauce

francese bread, topped with our own roasted garlic spread & parmesan cheese

mango-chili aioli & ranch dressing

classic french fries; ancho chili mayo

spicy rémoulade

tomatillo-avocado salsa & sriracha sour cream

roasted garlic, toasted baquette, arugula, balsamic fig reduction & truffle honey

fresh clams simmered in white wine, garlic, calabrian chili, lemon & herb broth

mini braveheart black angus beef patties; american cheese, tomato & special sauce

house smoked pork, jicama-caper slaw & bbq sauce

rustic san marzano tomato sauce, abruzzese salami, burrata cheese, roasted garlic, oil cured olives & basil

basil pesto, roasted garlic, caramelized onion, sun-dried tomato, ranch dressing & parmesan cheeses

chicken, bacon, roasted garlic, caramelized onion, sun-dried tomato, ranch dressing & smoked mozzarella

housemade italian sausage, roasted sweet pepper, bermuda onion, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

pepperoni, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

italian sausage, pepperoni, ham, bacon, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

sun-dried tomato, roasted garlic, mushroom, sweet pepper, burmuda onion, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

grapes, caramelized onions, roasted garlic, rosemary, gorgonzola & smoked mozzarella

rustic san marzano tomato sauce, extra virgin olive oil, basil & fresh mozzarella

hickory smoked ham, pineapple, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

mesclun greens & choice of dressing; balsamic vinaigrette or blue cheese

organic mesclun salad, garden vegetables, candied walnuts & balsamic vinaigrette

panko crusted warm goat cheese, arugula, romaine, orange, apple, candied walnuts & pomegranate vinaigrette

hearts of romaine, bacon, avocado, marinated tomato, garlic croutons & classic ranch dressing

a classic rendition with romaine hearts

roasted beets, feta, pickled bermuda onion, candied walnuts, organic mesclun greens & honey dijon vinaigrette

mesclun greens, red bell pepper, carrot, orange, almond, jicama, crispy noodle, mango-sake vinagrette & soy mustard dipping sauce

caramelized bermuda onion, garlic-parmesan toasted francese bread

1/3 pound black angus beef patty

house smoked pulled pork, bbq sauce, jalapeño jack cheese, jicama-caper slaw, crunchy jalapeño & pickle

crunchy sesame, almond and corn crust, ancho chili mayo on a ciabatta roll

linguini, prawns, clams, calamari, assorted fish, tomatoes, garlic, shallots, calabrian chili, capers & anchovy (a spicy dish)

linguini, chicken, summer squash, sun dried tomato, basil pesto, garlic, shallots & a touch of crème fraîche

capellini pasta, tomato, kalamata olives, pine nuts, garlic, feta & parmesan cheeses & a touch of marinara

capellini pasta, chicken, tomato, vodka, calabrian chili, garlic, basil & a touch of crème fraîche

clams, garlic, shallots, lemon, white wine, fresh herbs & roasted garlic butter

spicy rémoulade

tomatillo-avocado salsa & sriracha sour cream

fresh clams simmered in a roasted garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, white wine & lemon herb broth

organic mesclun greens, candied lemon zest & housemade cocktail sauce

a creamy combination of artichokes, crab, crayfish, caramelized onion & fresh herbs; topped with swiss cheese

classic french fries; ancho chili mayo

mango-chili aioli & ranch dressing

francese bread, topped with our own roasted garlic spread & parmesan cheese

mini braveheart black angus beef patties; american cheese, tomato & special sauce

house smoked pork, caramelized onion & bbq sauce

choose one: point reyes blue, double créme brie or goat cheese; complimented with fresh fruit, nuts & crostinis

chicken, bacon, roasted garlic, caramelized onion, sun-dried tomato, ranch dressing & smoked mozzarella

housemade italian sausage, roasted sweet pepper, bermuda onion, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

sun-dried tomato, roasted garlic, kalamata olive, pizziola sauce, feta & mozzarella

italian sausage, pepperoni, ham, bacon, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

tomato, fresh mozzarella & basil

hickory smoked ham, pineapple, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

sun-dried tomato, roasted garlic, mushrooms, sweet pepper, bermuda onion, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

caramelized bermuda onion, garlic-parmesan toasted francese bread

1/3 pound braveheart black angus beef

house smoked pork, caramelized onions & bbq sauce

crunchy sesame, almond and corn crust, ancho chili mayo on a ciabatta roll

panko crusted warm goat cheese, arugula, romaine, orange, apple, candied walnuts & pomegranate vinaigrette

hearts of romaine, bacon, boursin cheese crostinis, marinated tomato & classic ranch dressing

mesclun greens, red bell pepper, carrot, orange, almond, jicama, crispy noodle, mango-sake vinagrette & soy mustard dipping sauce

roasted beet, feta, organic mesclun greens & honey-dijon vinaigrette

a classic rendition with romaine hearts

organic mesclun salad, garden vegetables, candied walnuts & balsamic vinaigrette

thin slices of raw angus beef, capers, bermuda onion, dijon mustard, arugula & shaved pecorino romano

prawns, clams, calamari, assorted fish, tomatoes, garlic, shallots, crushed chili flakes, capers, herbs & red wine (a spicy dish)

chicken, basil pesto, summer squash, tomato, garlic & roasted garlic butter

tomato concasse, kalamata olives, garlic, fresh herbs, parmesan & feta

fresh clams, garlic, shallots, lemon, white wine, fresh herbs & roasted garlic butter

feeling like a little something sweet? Try a mini version of one of our decadent desserts. Choose from: chocolate mousse, lemon parfait, classic brûlée or chocolate brûlée

a sampling of three chocolate desserts: the chocolate mousse, chocolate brûlée & warm chocolate bread pudding...Suggested pairing: Croft Distinction Port.

served in a florentine cup, with crème anglaise & bittersweet chocolate sauce...Suggested pairing: Fonseca Bin 27 Port

filo dough crust, lemon custard & raspberry coulis...Suggested pairing: Housemade Lemoncello

crème & caramel sauce

caramelized banana cap; crème anglaise & bittersweet chocolate sauce...Suggested pairing: Taylor Vintage 2009 Port

vanilla bean custard topped with caramelized vanilla sugar...Suggested pairing: Croft 10 Year Tawny

topped with toasted almonds & brandied raisins, crème anglaise & raspberry coulis...Suggested pairing: Pacific Rim Vin de Glacière

our daily selections, served over fresh fruit...Suggested pairing: Piper Sonoma Brut

chocolate jack daniel's or vanilla bean ice cream served in a cookie tuile with bittersweet chocolate sauce & raspberry coulis

housemade vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, whipped cream & a cherry

Tahitian Vanilla French Toast, 2 Eggs, Choice of Meat

Waffle, 2 Eggs, Choice of Meat

Huevos Rancheros - 2 Poached Eggs, Black Beans, Corn Tortilla, J&C Cheese, Rancheros & Chipotle Hollandaise Sauce

American Breakfast - Choice of Meat, Potatoes, 2 Eggs & Toast

hot n' crunchy almond chicken & bacon served over our bacon belgian waffle and topped with housemade blackberry sauce

apple sausage, tomato, sweet pepper, bermuda onion, black olive, J&C cheese

basil pesto, summer squash, mushroom, tomato, & brie cheese

bacon, poblano chili, bermuda onion, black olive, peppered jack cheese & topped with ranchero sauce & tortilla strips

two poached eggs with ham, bacon, breakfast sausage & carnitas topped with hollandaise on an english muffin

stuffed with cream cheese & strawberries; topped with chocolate sauce, candied walnuts, strawberries & whipped cream

mushroom, pepper, artichoke, bermuda onion, sweet pepper, tomato, spinach, egg white & goat cheese wrapped in a chili flour tortilla with a cup of fruit

Crunchy & spicy chicken, apple wood smoked bacon & chipotle hollandaise

spinach, mushroom, tomato & avocado

carnitas, green chilies, bermuda onions & chipotle hollandaise (oh so spicy!)

hickory smoked ham

bacon, breakfast sausage, ham, sweet peppers, bermuda onions, mushrooms, swiss, j&c cheese

green chilies, bermuda onions, rancheros sauce, j&c cheese

spinach, tomatoes, feta & kalamata olives

j&c cheese

exotic mushrooms, caramelized onions, spinach & swiss cheese

apple wood smoked bacon, j&c cheese

apple wood smoked bacon, breakfast sausage, ham, j&c cheese

avocado, baby artichokes, caramelized onions & swiss cheese

2 eggs any style with cottage potatoes, choice of meat (bacon, ham or breakfast sausage) & choice of toast (bagel, english muffin, whole wheat, sourdough, white, muffin du jour or corn tortillas).

2 eggs any style with cottage potatoes & choice of toast (bagel, english muffin, whole wheat, sourdough, white, muffin du jour or corn tortillas).

2 eggs poached over black beans & corn tortillas; topped with housemade rancheros sauce, chipotle hollandaise sauce, j&c cheese.

black beans & salsa fresca

Topped with brown sugar. Add 1.75 each: raisins, granola, bananas, walnuts.

topped with vanilla yogurt

topped with granola

served with choice of fruit, ham, bacon or sausage

served with choice of fruit, ham, bacon or sausage

served with choice of fruit, ham, bacon or sausage

heirloom tomatoes, petit prawns, fresh mozzarella, mesclun greens, avocado, black olives, basil oil & balsamic glaze

homemade chicken meatballs & marinara topped with mozzarella; parmesan-garlic bread served with a caesar salad

chipotle blackened chicken breast, pepper jack cheese, guacamole, bacon, crispy onion rings & ancho chili mayo on ciabatta roll with fries

1/3 lb. angus burger topped with blue cheese, roasted garlic & bacon served with fries

spicy chicken, jicama, black beans, J & C cheese, salsa fresca, crispy tortilla strips, sriracha sour cream, spring mix & chili lime vinaigrette served with fries

basil pesto, roasted garlic, ricotta, parmesan, smoked mozzarella & goat cheeses

chicken breast & avocado in a crunchy, spicy, sweet crust with ancho chili mayo on a ciabatta roll served with fries *contains almonds

tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, basil & fresh mozzarella

quinoa, spinach, tomato, cucumber, caper berries, red onion, kalamata olive, sweet peppers, feta cheese, oregano vinaigrette & feta-yogurt dressing

chipotle blackened basa, black bean, carrot, tomato, jicama, avocado, black olive, baby greens, spicy tortilla strips, J&C cheese; chili-lime vinaigrette

house smoked pulled pork, hawaiian BBQ sauce jalapeno jack cheese, caper-jicama coleslaw, crunchy jalapeno & pickle; served with fries

rustic san marzano tomato sauce, abruzzese salame, burrata cheese, roasted garlic, oil cured olive & basil

turkey, bacon, tomato, avocado, romaine lettuce, crumbled blue cheese, hardboiled egg & blue cheese dressing

jack cheese, pea sprout, avocado & tomato on a bagel served with fries

italian sausage, pepperoni, ham, bacon, pizzola sauce and mozzarella

hickory smoked ham, pineapple, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

pepperoni, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

chicken, bacon, roasted garlic, caramelized onions, sun-dried tomatoes, smoked mozzarella & ranch dressing

rustic san marzano tomato sauce, extra virgin olive oil, basil & fresh mozzarella

rustic san marzano tomato sauce, abruzzese salami, burrata cheese, roasted garlic, oil cured olives & garlic

sun-dried tomato, roasted garlic, sweet pepper, bermuda onion, mushrooms, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

grapes, caramelized onion, roasted garlic oil, rosemary gorgonzola & provolone

housemade italian sausage, bermuda onions, roasted sweet peppers, pizziola sauce & mozzarella

sun-dried tomatoes, roasted garlic, kalamata olives, mozzarella & feta

crispy monterey bay calamari & spicy rémoulade

organic mesclun greens with chef selected vegetables & balsamic vinagrette

hearts of romaine, spicy petit prawns, bacon, tomato, housemade croutons & ranch dressing

mesclun greens, jicama, red pepper, orange, carrot, almond, crispy noodles & a mango-sake vinaigrette

hearts of romaine, blackened angus bistro steak, tomato, avocado, jicama, housemade croutons, crispy onion rings & blue cheese dressing

caramelized bermuda onion, garlic-parmesan roasted francese bread

1/3 lb. braveheart black angus beef patty

bacon, lettuce, tomato & mayo on whole wheat

smoke roasted turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado & mayo on sourdough

smoke roasted turkey, caramelized onions, apple, imported brie cheese & mayo on a ciabatta roll

jack & swiss cheese, pea sprouts, cucumber, avocado, tomato, carrots & mayo on whole wheat

j&c cheese, tomato, caramelized onion & exotic mushrooms on a ciabatta roll

Made fresh in our kitchen

blackberry ice cream, sautéed brandied blackberries & crème anglaise

feeling like a little something sweet? choose from: chocolate mousse, lemon parfait, classic or chocolate brûlée

a sampling of 3 chocolate desserts: the chocolate mousse, chocolate brûlée & warm chocolate bread pudding

served in a florentine cup with crème anglaise & bittersweet chocolate sauce

filo dough crust, lemon custard & raspberry coulis

mango & raspberry coulis

chocolate custard topped with a chocolate macaroon, chocolate sauce, crème anglaise & cookie tuile

caramelized banana cap; crème anglaise & bittersweet chocolate sauce

vanilla bean custard topped with caramelized vanilla sugar

topped with toasted almonds & brandied raisins; crème anglaise & raspberry coulis

our daily selections served over fresh fruit

chocolate jack daniel's, french vanilla bean, chocolate-chocolate chip or espresso served in a cookie tuile with bittersweet chocolate sauce & raspberry coulis

a dessert sampler of chocolate mousse, lemon napoleon, vanilla bean cheesecake, warm bread pudding, assorted sorbets, classic crème brûlée & chocolate bread pudding, decorated with chocolate sauce, raspberry & mango coulis & housemade cookie tuiles

served with our yummy bistro fries

served with our yummy bistro fries

served with our yummy bistro fries

served with our yummy bistro fries

Available 11:00 am-2:00 pm from our wood fired oven

housemade vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, whipped cream & a cherry

Evo red meat dry, chicken breast & chicken stock