Taste Cafe & Bistro Menu (2025 Update)
Introducing Taste Cafe & Bistro, a hidden gem in Pacific Grove offering modern European cuisine with a Mediterranean twist. With a warm and welcoming atmosphere, this family-run establishment focuses on quality dishes prepared with care. Customers rave about the artichoke soup, Chicken Dijonnaise, and vegetable torta, showcasing the diverse menu options. The attentive service and continental style add to the dining experience, making guests feel like family. From the rabbit with braised red cabbage to the filet mignon, each dish is made fresh and delicious. With options for takeout and delivery, Taste Cafe & Bistro provides a convenient and upscale dining experience for all occasions. Don't miss out on the mouthwatering steak dinners or indulgent desserts like the chocolate tart. Visit Taste Cafe & Bistro for a memorable culinary journey.
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Grilled Eggplant Napoleon
grilled eggplant topped with roasted red bell pepper, warmed fresh mozzarella cheese on a large brioche crouton, caramelized red onion, pesto, pine nuts and balsamic vinaigrette.
Grilled Shrimp Skewer
served on a white beans salad, fresh cilantro and roasted sweet red peppers.
Crispy Calamari
lightly floured, lemon-basil aioli
Steamed Mussels
in light tomato-garlic broth julienne of leeks, carrots, celery and herb-parmesan crouton
Mediterranean Dungeness Crab Cake
roasted red pepper aioli, frisee and caramelized onions
House Cured Salmon Carpaccio
with a mustard-dill dressing red onion, capers and warm brioche toast.
Classic Escargots Bourguignon
in garlic herb butter
Mushroom Bourguignon
in garlic herb butter
Soup Of The Day (Bowl)
Soup Of The Day (Cup)
Valley Greens Salad (Full)
champagne vinaigrette, And vegetable garnishes.
Valley Greens Salad (Half)
champagne vinaigrette, And vegetable garnishes.
Caesar Salad (Full)
classic dressing, Grana cheese, brioche croutons
Caesar Salad (Half)
classic dressing, Grana cheese, brioche croutons
Organic Red Oak Leaf Salad (Full)
with crumbled blue cheese, Balsamic dressing, sliced pears and glazed pecans.
Organic Red Oak Leaf Salad (Half)
with crumbled blue cheese, Balsamic dressing, sliced pears and glazed pecans.
Choice With Salads (Add)
Warm Roasted Chicken, Grilled Shrimp, Crispy Calamari, Grilled Chicken
SALADS
SANDWICHES
Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich
With honey mustard, smoked Gouda cheese, roasted red pepper, caramelized onion, with au gratin on toasted focaccia
Grilled Eggplant Sandwich
smoked Gouda cheese, roasted red pepper and balsamic vinaigrette, caramelized onion on toasted focaccia.
Grilled Half Lb. Lean Burger
Dijon, mayonnaise, butter lettuce, tomato on toasted focaccia with French fries.
Cheeseburger
Tortellini Florentine
with mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, artichokes, fresh basil garlic cream sauce with pine nuts, grana cheese
Butternut Squash Agnolotti
in confetti pasta with a lemon-beurre blanc, grana cheese and caramelized red onion
Spinach & Cheese Ravioli
in house made Tomato pesto cream sauce, grana cheese, caramelized red onion
Capellini & Grilled Shrimp
in house made marinara sauce, grana cheese
Penne Bolognese
served with our house-made Bolognese sauce, grana cheese.
Penne Pesto
basil pesto cream sauce, pine nuts, topped with shaved grana cheese
Spaghetti Pasta
in house made Tomato pesto cream sauce, grana cheese, caramelized red onion and pine nuts.
PASTA
ENTREES
Roasted Half Chicken
marinated in extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs, with mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables, caramelized red onion, roasted garlic and light jus.
Grilled Marinated Rabbit
braised red cabbage, au gratin potatoes, caramelized red onion, juniper berry sauce
New York Steak
oz grilled, topped with crispy onions, horseradish, crispy onion, pommes frites and light natural jus.
Chicken Apple Sausages
grilled, braised red cabbage, au gratin potatoes and red onion marmalade.
Fresh Salmon Filet
on a bed of spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, Kalamata olives, zucchini, artichokes, baked in parchment paper, served with a basil beurre blanc sauce.
Grilled Veal Medallions
with mashed potatoes topped with crispy onions, grilled squash and mushroom marsala sauce.
Lean Pork Medallions
grilled, with sauteed Napa cabbage, onions, celery, and apples served with mashed potatoes and light natural jus.
Marinated Lamb Filets
grilled, in a cabernet shallot sauce with sauteed spinach, red peppers, pine nuts, and au gratin potatoes.
Beef Filet Mignon
oz with mashed potatoes, sauteed fresh spinach and green peppercorn sauce.
Chicken Dijonaise
grilled herb marinated chicken breast, served with sauteed mushroom dijon cream sauce and au gratin potatoes
Bistro Vegetable Torta
Layers of assorted vegetables and fresh mozzarella Cheese, surrounded by house made marinara sauce, kalamata olive, topped with pesto, caramelized red onion and pine nuts.