Bittersweet Bistro menu - Aptos CA 95003

Starter Specials for NOVEMBER 2021

(Starter specials)
- Shrimp Dynamite $23
  
  crispy tempura shrimp tossed with a sweet-asian glaze & drizzled with sesame aioli; macadamia nuts, coconut & sesame seed
- Crab Cakes $23
  
  dungeness crab, organic mesculin greens; honey-dijon crème fraîche
- Fried Brussels Sprouts $18
  
  brussels sprouts, bacon, walnuts, capers & italian parsley tossed in a spicy calabrian vinaigrette
- Curry Chicken Lettuce Cups $16.5
  
  lettuce cup with grilled curry marinated chicken, pickled veggies, topped with almonds & a curry-mango sauce.
- Fire Roasted Pear Salad $19.5
  
  bosc pear, hazelnut, mesclun greens, orange, point reyes blue cheese; balsamic glaze & hazelnut vinaigrette
- Wood Fired Crayfish & Artichoke Dip $17.5
  
  creamy combination of artichokes, crayfish, fresh herbs & carameized onion, topped with swiss cheese & baked in our wood fired oven; served with crostini
- Vegan Pizzetta $25.5
  
  sun dried tomato, roasted garlic, sweet pepper, bermuda onion, vegan mozzarella cheese, san marzano tomato sauce & topped with arugula
- Grape Pizzetta $26
  
  grape, caramelized onion, roasted garlic, smoked mozzarella & gorgonzola cheeses
- Stuffed Mushrooms $15
  
  filled with polenta, crème fraîche, parmesan cheese & fresh herbs
- Artichoke Chowder ~ $11
  
  a delicious combination of artichoke, bacon, sun-dried tomato, carrot, onion, celery, potato & a touch of cream; simmered in a housemade chicken stock
- French Onion Soup $17
  
  French Onion Soup 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 gruyere cheese & crostin

Starters

(Starter menu)
- Crispy Panko Crusted Calamari $21
  
  spicy rémoulade
- Steamers $22.5
  
  fresh clams simmered in white wine, garlic, calabrian chili, lemon & herb broth
- Chicken Scallion Taquitos $16
  
  organic free range chicken, scallion, caramelized onion, potato & garlic; tomatillo-avocado salsa & sriracha sour cream
- Bistro Fries $11
  
  classic french fries; ancho chili mayo
- Sweet Potato Fries $12
  
  mango-chili aioli & ranch dressing
- Garlic Bread $13
  
  francese bread, topped with our own roasted garlic spread & parmesan cheese
- Mushroom Duxelle Crusted Brie $20
  
  roasted garlic, toasted baguette, arugula, balsamic fig reduction & truffle honey

Entrée Specials for NOVEMEBR 2021
- Pan Seared Scallops $47
  
  tartufata (black truffle) beurre blanc; au gratin potatoes & sautéed garlic spinach
- Strawberry - Chipotle Glazed King Salmon $45
  
  chili-garlic beurre blanc; mélange of jasmine, basmati & wild rice; stir-fried julienne vegetables
- Basil Parmesan Crusted Sea Bass $45
  
  roasted red pepper beurre blanc; au gratin potatoes & sauteed garlic spinach
- Sesame Encrusted Ahi Tuna $45
  
  oriental soy mustard sauce; mélange of jasmine, basmati & wild rice; stir-fried julienne vegetables
- Seafood Puttanesca $35
  
  fettuccini, prawns, clams, calamari, assorted fish, tomatoes, garlic, shallot, calabrian chili, anchovy, capers, herbs & red wine (a spicy dish)
- Grilled Blackened Rock Cod $27
  
  tangerine-ginger beurre blanc; sautéed garlic spinach & au gratin potatoes
- Classic Bittersweet Paella $46
  
  saffron infused paella rice with assorted fresh fish, prawns, calamari, clams, chicken, spanish chorizo sausage, sweet pepper, tomato, green beans & garlic
- Twenty Four Hour Short Ribs $45
  
  we cook our short ribs slow and low for 24 hours until fork tender in a cabernet pan gravy; garlic mashed potatoes & sautéed garlic spinach
- Chicken Piccata $30
  
  pan seared organic free-range chicken breast; white wine, demi-glace, lemon & caper sauce; au gratin potatoes & seasonal vegetables
- Maple Soy Marinated Skirt Steak $46
  
  cabernet demi-glace; garlic mashed potatoes & seasonal vegetables
- Filet Mignon $60
  
  cabernet demi-glace; au gratin potatoes & seasonal vegetables
- Bistro Steak $35
  
  cabernet demi glace; au gratin potatoes & seasonal vegetables
- "Beyond Burger" $22
  
  tomato, arugula, bermuda onion, pickle & vegan smoked paprika, aioli served with bistro fries
- Mom's Meatloaf $26
  
  pan gravy; garlic mashed potatoes & seasonal vegetables
- Chicken Parmesan $28
  
  topped with marinara & mozzarella;au gratin potatoes & seasonal vegetables
- House Smoked St. Louis Ribs $30
  
  Bittersweet Bistro's hawaiian BBQ sauce; coleslaw & french fries

Wood Fired Pizzettas
- Meat Lovers Pizzetta $28
  
  italian sausage, pepperoni, ham, bacon, calabrese salami, san marzano tomato sauce & mozzarella
- Schiacciata Pizzetta $27
  
  san marzano tomato sauce, schiacciata salami, fennel spice, old fashion mozzarella cheese cheese, roasted garlic, oil cured olives & basil
- Bacon Chicken Ranch Pizzetta $24.5
  
  organic free range chicken, bacon, roasted garlic, caramelized onion, sun-dried tomato, ranch dressing & smoked mozzarella
- The Italian Pizzetta $23.5
  
  housemade italian sausage, roasted sweet pepper, bermuda onion, san marzano tomato sauce & mozzarella
- Pepperoni Pizzetta $23.5
  
  pepperoni, san marzano tomato sauce & mozzarella
- Margherita Pizzetta $22.5
  
  san marzano tomato sauce, extra virgin olive oil, basil & old fashioned mozzarella
- Vegetarian Pizzetta $25.5
  
  artichoke, sun-dried tomato, roasted garlic, mushroom, san marzano tomato sauce & mozzarella topped with arugula
- Hawaiian Pizzetta $23.5
  
  hickory smoked ham, pineapple, san marzano tomato sauce & mozzarella
- Fungi Pizzetta $24.5
  
  exotic mushroom, caramelized onion, roasted garlic, goat cheese, topped with arugula & white truffle oil

Salads
- Garden Vegetable $14
  
  organic mesclun greens, garden vegetables, caramelized walnut, gorgonzola cheese & balsamic vinaigrette
- Goat Cheese $15
  
  warm panko crusted goat cheese, romaine, arugula, orange, apple, candied walnut & pomegranate vinaigrette
- Ranch $15
  
  romaine, bacon, avocado, tomato, boursin cheese & classic ranch dressing
- Beet $15
  
  roasted beet, feta cheese, pickled bermuda onion, organic mesclun greens, candied walnut & honey dijon vinaigrette
- Caesar $14
  
  our rendition of a classic
- The Basic $9
  
  organic mesclun greens & choice of dressing; balsamic vinaigrette, ranch or blue cheese
- Asian Ahi Tuna Salad $32
  
  blackeded seared ahi tuna, mesclun greens, red bell pepper, carrot, orange, almond, jicama, crispy noodle, mango-sake vinaigrette & soy mustard dipping sauce

Sandwiches

(Served with bistro fries. Substitute sweet potato fries, caesar or bistro side salad add 3.50. Add to any sandwich bacon, mushroom, avocado, caramelized onion, pepper jack, cheddar, swiss, american or blue cheese for 3.50 each. Gluten free bun 1.50.)
- Belly Buster Burger $24.5
  
  1/3 pound angus beef patty, topped with pepper jack cheese, bacon, avocado, tomato, lettuce, pickle, crispy onion rings & special sauce
- Steak Sandwich $31
  
  caramelized bermuda onion, garlic-parmesan toasted francese bread
- Bittersweet Burger $17
  
  1/3 pound black angus beef patty
- Crunchy Chicken Sandwich $20
  
  organic free range chicken breast, crunchy sesame, almond, corn crust & ancho chili mayo on a ciabatta roll

Pastas

(Gluten-free pasta available - add 2.50. Please allow extra time, we cook our gluten free pasta to order.)
- Beef Stroganoff $43
  
  sautéed filet tips with exotic mushrooms, caramelized onion, garlic, spinach, white wine, brandy, fresh herb & sour cream served over fettuccini pasta
- Truffle Chicken Gnocchi $29
  
  truffle gnocchi tossed with organic free range chicken breast, roasted garlic, tartufata (black truffle & olive), spinach, caramelized onion, shallot & creme fraiche
- Beef Raviolis $27
  
  Bittersweet Bistro's classic bolognese
- Linguini & Clams $27
  
  fresh clams, garlic, shallot, lemon, white wine, fresh herbs & roasted garlic butter
- Meatballs & Pasta $27
  
  linguini pasta, housemade meatballs & Bittersweet Bistro's classic bolognese sauce

Side Dishes
- Au Gratin Potatoes $12
- Sautéed Mushrooms $14
- Sautéed Garlic Spinach $12
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes $12
- Seasonal Vegetables $12
- Melange of Rice $9

Our Famous Desserts
- Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse $16.5
  
  served in a florentine cup, with crème anglaise & bittersweet chocolate sauce
- Lemon Napoleon $14.5
  
  filo dough crust, lemon custard & raspberry coulis
- Dulce de Leche Cheesecake $14.5
  
  caramel sauce & crème anglaise
- Classic Crème Brûlée $11.5
  
  our version of a classic, vanilla bean custard & topped with caramelized sugar
- Sorbets $14.5
  
  our daily selections, served over fresh fruit
- Ice Creams $14.5
  
  chocolate "whistle pig" , french vanilla bean or chocolate-chocolate chip served in a cookie tuile with bittersweet chocolate sauce & raspberry coulis
- Vanilla Bean Ricotta Cheesecake $15.5
  
  mango & raspberry coulis
- Brownie Sundae $17.5
  
  housemade brownie, french vanilla ice cream, bittersweet chocolate sauce & candied walnuts
- Bittersweet Bistro Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls $16
  
  Bittersweet Bistro Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls Our House Made Cookie Dough Made With Love & Loads Of Imported Chocolate Chips $16 A Tub ( Makes 10 Cookies ) • Pre Heat Over 325 F / Fan On- Convection Oven • Let Cookie Dough Sit Out Fat Room Temperature For 5 Minutes • Place On Sheet Pan • Smash Cookie Dough Ball Before Baking • Bake For Approximately 8 -10 Minutes • Now Enjoy Your Delicious Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie WARNING: MAY BE ADDICTIVE

Bar Bites

Available with purchase of any beverage. *RESTRICTIONS APPLY*
- Chicken Scallion Taquitos $14
  
  organic free range chicken, scallion, caramelized onion, potato & garlic; tomatillo-avocado salsa & siracha sour cream
- Mushroom Pizzetta $14
  
  san marzano tomato sauce, exotic mushroom & mozzarella cheese
- Wood Fired Crayfish & Artichoke Dip $14
  
  creamy combination of artichokes, crayfish, fresh herbs & carameized onion, topped with swiss cheese & baked in our wood fired oven; served with crostini

Happy Hour Drinks
- Draft Beers $5
- Well Drinks $6
- House Select Wines $7
- Bittersweet Cocktail $10
  
  Hangar 1 lemon infused vodka, citron, lemon juice & simple syrup with a float of champagne, chilled & served with a sugared rim martini glass
- Lose My Rind $10
  
  watermenlon syrup,watermelon Vodka,lemon juice, strawberry syrup & topped with CENTR

Cocktails (also available to go)

NOTICE - Alcoholic Beverages that are packaged by this establishment are open containers and may not be transported in a motor vehicle except in the vehicle's trunk - or, if there is no trunk, the container may be kept in some other area of the vehicle that is not normally occupied by the driver or passengers - which does not include a utility compartment or glove compartment (Vehicle Code Section 23225). Further, such beverages may not be consumed in public or in ant other areas where open containers are prohibited by law.
- Your Hibs Do Lie $13
  
  milagro silver tequila, hibiscus, lime, center CBD & mint, over crushed ice
- You're Berry Naughty $14
  
  hendrick's gin blackberry shrub, cucumber, lime juice and seltzer water
- Texas Short Cake $14
  
  tito's handmade vodka, strawberry shrub, vanilla syrup, lime juice and seltzer water, topped with whipped cream; served over ice
- Bittersweet Old Fashioned $13.5
  
  woodford reserve distillers select bourbon, spiced syrup & walnut bitters
- First Glance $14
  
  the perfect cocktail to finish your day or start your evening!Tito's Handmade Vodka, Aperol, agave syrup,grapfruit & lemon juice topped off with sparkling wine
- Caribbean Mule $13
  
  sailor jerry spiced rum, cock 'n' bull ginger beer, lime
- Tea Garden Cooler $12.5
  
  hendricks gin, lime juice, basil, cucumber & simple syrup; with soda
- Improved Whiskey Cocktail $14
  
  gentleman jack tennessee whiskey, zucca, dry vermouth, cherry liqueur & orange bitters; shaken, served up
- Tropical Heat $12
  
  jalapeno infused milagro silver tequila, fresh pineapple, jalapeño, lemon juice & simple syrup
- Barbados Manhattan $14
  
  mount gay black barrel rum, carpano vermouth, stirred; served up & garnished with an amareno cherry
- Bittersweet Margarita $14
  
  organic azunia blanco tequila, fresh organic lemon & lime juices; served up with an un-salted rim
- Aperol Spritz $12
  
  Aperol & Prosecco topped with soda water
- Bittersweet 75 (French 75) $13
  
  Hendricks gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, topped with champagne
- Classic Sidecar $13.5
  
  H bY Hine VSOP, lemon juice, simple syrup, served up with a sugar rim
- Bittersweet Old Fashioned $13.5
  
  Woodford Reserve Bourbon, house-made spiced syrup, orange & walnut bitters
- French Connection (French Martini) $11.5
  
  Russian Standard Vodka, pineapple juice, Chambord
- 007 Martini $13
  
  Bombay Sapphire, Grey Goose, dry vermouth, Shaken
- Moscow Mule $12
  
  Russian Standard Vodka, lime, ginger beer
- Sazerac $12
  
  Templeton Rye, Absinthe wash, bitters
- Bittersweet Manhattan $13
  
  Infused Woodford Reserve
- Cucumber Cooler $13.5
  
  Hendrick's gin, cucumber, mint, lime, St. Germain, topped with soda
- Bittersweet Mai Tai $13.5
  
  Pineapple Rum, orange and pineapple juices, fancy grenadine, topped with dark rum
- Pina Colada $12
  
  Bacardi Superior, BS pina colada mix
- Sunken Treaure $13
  
  Lemon Infused Vodka, housemade limoncello, Lejay Cassis, simple syrup & lemon juice
- Wild Berry Fizz $13
  
  Tito's, fresh blackberries, lemon juice, Lejay Cassis, soda water
- Bentley Marg $15
  
  Milagro Repo, B.S marg mix, topped with Grand Marnier
- Pomegranate Marg $13
  
  Milagro silver, pama, BS marg mix
- Mexican Mule $13
  
  Azunia Rep, lime, ginger beer
- Miracle Marg $12
  
  Cazadores Tequila, Cointreau, Ancho Reyes 'Chile Ancho' Liqueur, lime, lemon & orange juices with a touch of house- made chili syrup; on the rocks
- Negroni $13
  
  St. George gin, Campari, Antica formula
- Abagail $14
  
  Grapefruit Vodka, pamplemousse Rose, lemon & grapefruit juice
- Bittersweet Cocktail $13
  
  Lemon infused vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, topped with sparkling wine, served up with a sugar rim
- Chocolate Martini $14
  
  Vanilla infused Vodka, Bittersweet chocolate sauce, frangelico, and fancy cream
- Mandarin Cosmo $12
  
  Mandarin Vodka, lime, Cointreau, cranberry
- Pear Pleasure $12
  
  Pear vodka, lemon juice, cranberry, served up with a sugar rim
- Pom 1 Martini $13
  
  Pom 1 Martini Russian standard vodka, pama, lime juice
- Pineapple Ginger Mojito $12.5
  
  Pineapple rum, lime, simple syrup, mint, topped with soda water
- Satisfied Housewife $14.5
  
  Russian Standard Vodka, lejay cassis liqueur, lemon juice & simple syrup, served up with a sugar rim & topped with sparkling wine
- Santa Cruz G & T $12.5
  
  Venus Gin, fancy tonic water

Sandwiches

Served with our yummy bistro fries.
- Mini Hamburger $11.5
- Mini Cheeseburger $13
- Grilled Cheese Sandwich $10

Pasta
- Pasta with Butter $10
- Pasta with Marinara Sauce $11

Pizzas from Our Wood Fired Oven
- Cheese Pizza $14

Other Ideas
- Crispy Tender Chicken Fingers $13
  
  served with our yummy bistro fries

Dessert
- Kids Sundae $8.5
  
  housemade vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, whipped cream & a cherry

Lunch

All served with our yummy bistro fries.
- Mini Hamburgers $9.5
- Mini Cheeseburgers $10.5
- Grilled Cheese Sandwich $9.5
- Crispy Tender Chicken Fingers $12

Pizza
- Cheese Pizza $13

Dessert
- Kids Sundae $8.5
  
  housemade vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, whipped cream & a cherry

Pooches on the Patio

Good dog owners are always welcome on the patio! All dogs must be on a leash. All hot food served with ice.
- Burger Patty $7
- Chicken Breast $9
- Steak $11