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    Café des Artistes
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    Café des Artistes

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    1 855 223 6061
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    HISTORY & MORE

    History and passion for a dream that start 24 years ago, a tradition of flavors that prevails and evoves with interesting surprises and rewards for their fans. Love for the deatils and creativity have made of this the perfect placeto spend incredible moments, a party for the senses that is enjoy with the soul.

    Located in a antique house of the center of Puerto Vallarta, Café des Artistes, offers eclusivity, elegance and comfort in unique natural ambiences in particular natural atmospheres that are embellish by the exquisite menu; carefully created under the direction of the acclaim Chef Thierry Blouet.

    Presenting the most traditional gourmet experience of Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay to the rest of Mexico and the world.

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    YOU SHOULD KNOW

    Their impressive wine cellar is one of the most large of the region of Banderas Bay, with a capacity for 2,500 bottles of 450 different labels; an exquisit variety to pair each dish.

    YOU'LL BE CAPTURE

    Café des Artistes offers a magical atmosphere, divided in three areas:

    The Gardens, indirect lights, surrounded by a lush vegetation that recall romanticism. Available from November to May, appropriate months for outdoor dinning.

    P'yote Lounge, “Expressions of life and huichol art",  an artistic symbol that translates into this space. The name comes from indiginous traditions  of spirituality.

    Contemporary stone tables, a mix of history and new currents, ancient columns that each night are witnesses of the piano and violin, while enjoying the variety of beverages that the bar offers.

    Interior, Art and Elegance, that is how this space is define, semi private rooms that operates all the year, conviniently cover to enjoy an unforgetable dinner through time. A priviledge room call "Drops room" a most to visit and take and have great memories from your visit.

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    GOURMET FLAVORS

    Tradition, Flavor, and evolution are the basic ingredients to develop the menu of Café des Artistes. Design with fresh, organic and locally produce ingredients, where the influence of Mexico are combine with french techniques that are in constant changes giving as result excellent quality.


    Menú

    Over 23 years of experience, offering luxury, elegance and comfort. A menu created  under the direction of acclaimed Chef Thierry Blouet.

     

    Café des Artistes
    Entries

    Fried Soft Shell Crab
    Watercress salad, orange, pecan, almond, apple and jicama; honey vinaigrette and balsamic vinegar

    Octopus Tiradito
    Three dried chili oil, seaweed, arugula, vegetables crumble; black and red radishes

    Three Cheese Salad
    Goat cheese crusted with corn, gorgonzola and cotija cheese; lettuce, leaves, pear, pecan, macadamia and homemade “jocoque”

    Organic Tomatoes Festival and Mozarella Mousse
    Pistachio vinaigrette, cilantro and basil pesto; mini brioche bread

    Sauteed Foie Gras Al'Orange
    Light potato puree, caramelized apples, brioche bread

    "Escargots" Ravioli in Garlic-Parsley Butter and "Poblano" Pepper 
    Mushroom frittata, red bell pepper sauce with basil

    Smoked "Magret" and Confit Duck Chilaquiles
    With tomato sauce, arugula, fresh cream, cheese, avocado and port reduction

    Confit Suckling Pig and Broiled Bay Scallop Taco
    Avocado cream, black onion puree, crunchy mushroom and “borracha” sauce

    Risotto ai Funghi
    Perfumed with truffle and parmesan sigh

    White Garlic and Almond Gazpacho
    Tomatoes sorbet, chipotle foam

    Chef Thierry’s Traditional Prawn and Pumpkin Cream Soup
    24 years on the menu

    Café des Artistes
    To Share

    Iberian Acorn Jabugo “Pata Negra”
    Toasted pecan bread

    Cheese Tray
    Variety of artisan cheeses served with pecan and black olive bread. Ask for the chutney of the day

    Café des Artistes
    Main Courses

    Giant Shrimp and Baby Squid “Adobados” with Garlic
    Avocado custard, cherry tomato sauce, potato cloud, sausage and edamames

    Marinated Broiled Octopus
    Christophine, spinach and mushrooms gratin, cream of beans, crunchy huitlacoche

    Catch of the Day the Taste of Mexico
    Served with cactus “enchiladas”, green tomato sauce, grilled avocado, Anaheim chili stuffed with dry fideo and shrimp

    Classic Roasted Sea Bass Filet with Potatoes “Café des Artistes”
    Confit turnip perfumed with aniseed, spinach custard and fine herb sauce

    Short Rib and Beef Petals Duo
    Camembert cheese and chipotle chili sauce, confit shallot, potato terrine with bacon and cauliflower mousseline

    “Prime” Sonora Filet Mignon and Bone Marrow
    Confit shallot compote with merlot, portobello mushroom carpaccio, brussels sprouts, peas; "dauphine” potato, balsamic vinegar sauce

    “Vacio” Argentine Steak Grilled with Mezquite
    Potato and poblano chili gratin, vegetables, hibiscus reduction and red wine sauce

    Beef Tongue Steak
    Ccreamy and corn crumble, avocado, green tomato and cilantro puree, confit baby onions

    Duck Magret with Mamarid and Guava Sauce
    Chop suey, crunchy shitakee, celery ball mousseline

    Stuffed Chicken with Quinoa and Dried Fruits
    Green peas cloud, baby organic vegetables

    Café des Artistes
    Desserts

    Milk Caramel Crème Brûlée
    “Guanabana” sorbet and fried “buñuelos”

    Orchid Chocolate Fondant
    Passion fruit sorbet and fresh raspberries

    Chocolate Napoleon with Praline
    Caramelized hazelnuts, lemon cream and citrus reduction

    Sunshine Tart
    Lemon cream, meringues, vanilla caramel and almond powder

    Mango Symphony in Textures
    Gelée, mousse, coulis, sorbet, compote, mango salad and dried mango

    Red-Exotic Dancer Café des Artistes
    Raspberry mousse, chocolate cake without flour

    Lemon Parfait
    Pistachio mille feuille, red fruits cocktail and pistachio crumble

    Thierry Blouet passionate of the refinement; their profound perception towards art, designs, architectonical forms, fashion and music compositions is reflected in his kitchen. The fresh products and quality, their cheerful colors, aromas, textures and the magic of the flavors are its passion.

    hoteles-boutique-de-mexico-expresionesculinarias-cafedesartistes-vallarta27As a Chef that admires the internal and external beauty in each detail, Thierry cooks for the senses; his creations are sensual arrangementswith colors that are sensitive to the sight, tempting aromas and subtle textures that excites the palates and concentrate the flavors that results in the perfect taste.

    CHEF'S SUGGESTIONS

    The sole dish with over 24 years in the menu, the traditional "Prawn & Pumpkin Cream Soup" from Chef Thierry, is a most to taste while at Café des Artistes. Another special dish of the house is the classic "Roasted Sea Bass Filet with Potatoes", with turnip anise crystalize, spinach flan and fine herbs sauce.

    AWARDS

    BEST RESTAURANT IN MEXICO 2011-2012 by the restaurant guide GOURMAD

    “In Café des Artistes there in not a single dish that is not a work of art and not a work of art that doesn't feed the spirit..." Mexican Writer Carlos Fuentes.

    Travelers Choice -2014 by Trip Advisor

    Excellence Certification 2014

    5 Course Temptation Menu

    Fried Soft Shell Crab
    Watercress salad, orange, pecan, almond, apple and jicama; honey vinaigrette and balsamic vinegar
    Or
    Organic Tomatoes Festival and Mozzarella Mousse
    Pistachio vinaigrette, cilantro and basil pesto; mini brioche bread

    White Garlic and Almond Gazpacho
    Tomatoes sorbet, chipotle foam
    Or
    Smoked "Magret" and Confit Duck Chilaquiles
    With tomato sauce, arugula, fresh cream, cheese, avocado and port reduction
    Catch of the Day the Taste of Mexico
    Served with cactus “enchiladas”, green tomato sauce, grilled avocado, Anaheim chili stuffed with dry fideo and shrimp
    Or
    Giant Shrimp and Baby Squid “Adobados” with Garlic
    Avocado custard, cherry tomato sauce, potato cloud, sausage and edamames
    Or
    Watercress and Tofu Ravioli with Garlic-Parsley Butter
    Grilled wild mushrooms, light red pepper sauce, herb sigh

    “Prime” Sonora Filet Mignon and Bone Marrow
    Confit shallot compote with merlot, portobello mushroom carpaccio, brussels sprouts, peas; "dauphine” potatoes, balsamic vinegar sauce
    Or
    Beef Tongue Steak
    Creamy and corn crumble, avocado, green tomato and cilantro puree, confit baby onions
    Or
    Risotto ai Funghi
    Perfumed with truffle and parmesan sigh

    Lemon Parfait
    Pistachio mille feuille, red fruits cocktail and pistachio crumble
    Or
    Red-Exotic Dancer Café des Artistes
    Raspberry mousse, chocolate cake without flour
    Or
    Mango Symphony in Textures
    Gelée, mousse, coulis, sorbet, compote, mango salad and dried mango

    The flowerpot
    Three chocolate mousse with chocolate powder (to share)

    Super moka coupe
    Coffee ice cream, chocolate crumble, whipped cream, espresso shot and moka-pecan meringue

    Schedules
    Sunday - Saturday from 18:00 hrs. - 23:00 hrs.
    Price Range
    Average Check $825.00 pesos M.N.
    Free
    1 855 223 6061
    Direct
    +52 (322) 222 3228
    Cuisine

    Cocina Gourmet, Elegante Confort, Exclusivo

    Facilities
    • Waiting Room
    • Parking
    • Valet Parking
    • Wireless internet
    • Cigar Room
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