Jan 8

Jan 8 L’Avenue - Belgian Bistro

Discover the timeless charm of classic Belgian cuisine at L'Avenue Belgian Bistro, the latest culinary venture from the team behind beloved sister restaurant Papillon in Palm Beach, Aruba.

Embrace a fusion of tradition and innovation for an unforgettable dining experience. L'Avenue pays tribute to Belgium's rich culinary heritage, offering an authentic journey through iconic dishes such as moules-frites, hearty stews and freshly-baked waffles. Each bite is a chapter in Belgian culinary history. Complement your meal with a thoughtfully-curated selection of Belgian beers, each a masterpiece in a glass. Whether you're a devoted Papillon enthusiast or new to this culinary family, L'Avenue welcomes you to the heart and soul of Belgian cuisine.

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LUNCH MENU
Range: 10.00 – 30.00

[ LUNCH ]

Broodje Buikspek
fresh sourdough Italian bun with slow-cooked pork belly, slow-roasted sweet potato,
marinated red onions, light spiced apple compote and yellow pepper mayonnaise
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Truffle Smoske L’Avenue
classic Belgium sandwich with truffle Gouda cheese, quality raw ham, tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce and boiled egg, served on sliced whole wheat sourdough
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Croque Monsieur
grilled ham and cheese sandwich with béchamel, served with salad and a small cup of Oma’s tomato soup
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Chicken and Bacon Waffle
grilled chicken breast and smoked bacon served with spinach béchamel
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Chèvre Salad
mixed lettuce with lukewarm goat cheese, grilled zucchini, walnut chunks and marinated apples with honey mayonnaise
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Shrimp Croquettes
home-made small North Sea shrimp croquettes served with salad, creamy lemon dip and crispy toast

DINNER MENU
Range: 12.00 – 75.00

[ CLASSICS ]

Steak Tartare L’Avenue
classic steak tartare with Dijon mustard, onions, Tabasco and a touch of L’Avenue, prepared tableside
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Coquille Saint-Jacques
seared scallops and prosciutto bites in a lemon-ginger sauce with a mousse of potatoes
and leeks
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Bone Marrow
roasted beef bone marrows served with home-made chimichurri and grilled sliced sourdough

[ MOULES-FRITES (MUSSELS)* ]

Moules Marinières
white wine, chopped and diced carrots, onions, celery, garlic and classic herbs
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Bière Brune Belge
Belgium dark beer, diced carrots, onions, celery, thyme and laurel leaves
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Moules à la Provençale
roasted tomato broth with chunks of goat cheese, fresh oregano and tarragon

* Mussels are flown in and delivered twice a week. All mussels are served with fries and andalouse sauce.

[ STOVERIJTJES (BELGIAN STEWS)** ]

Flemish Beef Stew
grass-fed black Angus sukade stewed in Trappistes dark beer, onions, carrots and gingerbread
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Drunken Rabbit
slow-cooked marinated rabbit in Kriek beer with bacon, mushrooms and apple syrup

** Served with your choice of side: fries, potato croquettes or grilled toast.

[ BOUCHERIE STEAK AND FRITES*** ]

8-oz. Tournedos
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14-oz. Entrecôte
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22-oz Cowboy Steak

*** U.S.D.A. black Angus cuts served with fries and andalouse sauce.

[ HOME-MADE GAUFRES DE BRUXELLES ]

Brussels Waffles
Belgium’s Brussels waffles are lighter, crispier and boast larger pockets than other European varieties, typically served warm by street vendors in Belgium, they're dusted with confectioner's sugar
— strawberry — chocolat sauce
— whipped cream — vanilla ice cream