Bistro 45

05/23/2026

09/22/2023

Night two of Penfolds wine dinner

08/26/2022

SOUTH MEETS NORTH;
A TALE OF TWO HEMISPHERES
(and two wondrous women of wine)

Loscano, Argentina &
Andis, Sierra Foothills
Bacchanalia at the Bistro

Tuesday, September 13th &
Wednesday, September 14th

6:30 PM

Valeria Antolin passionately produces wines recognized internationally for quality. Numerous 90+ rankings and awards follow annually from Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast and Robert Parker. Loscano produces its wines with grapes from the best areas of Mendoza, Agrelo and the Uco Valley.

Seeking out the best vineyards in the Sierra Foothills to craft wines with balance, character, complexity & varietal correctness. Andis’ winemaking team, brings a fresh, modern approach to Sierra Foothills winemaking, using both traditional and innovative winemaking techniques, which have garnered their wines 90+ point scores in Wine Spectator & Wine Enthusiast.
Proprietors: Janis Akuna and Andy Friedlander

Consulting winemaker: Philippe Melka
(Originally from Bordeaux and then Napa Valley, one of the most acclaimed winemakers in the world)

Director of winemaking: Maayan Koschitzky
(Dalla Valle and Screaming Eagle)

Estate Winemaker: Mark Fowler
(Amador and El Dorado 15 years)
Andis Painted Fields "Cuvee Blanc" 2021
90 pts
Crudo of Fresh Scallops
Heirloom radish and green onions

Loscano Malbec "The Winemaker", Mendoza 2020
90 pts
Loscano Malbec "Grand Reserve", Mendoza 2019
92 pts
Pan Roasted Santa Barbara Vermillion Cod
Red wine/garlic sauce
and an eggplant-scallion pancake

Loscano Cabernet Sauvignon, "The Winemaker", Mendoza 2020
91 pts
Loscano Cabernet Sauvignon, "Grand Reserve", Mendoza 2019
90 pts
Crispy Petaluma Duck Wing
Sticky orange reduction

Andis Painted Fields Old Vine Zinfandel, Sierra Foothills 2020
92 pts
Grilled Australian Lamb Chop
Local green figs and James' mint jelly

Peach/Blackberry Buckle
Vanilla bean ice cream

6 Wines 5 Courses. $95 pp ++

Please, please book early. For reservations visit: www.Bistro45.com

07/19/2022

Planeta Wine Dinner

Thursday, July 21st

6:30 PM

Sparkling Carricante, Metodo Classico Brut NV
(94 WE, 94 Parker)
Rose of Nero d'Avala and Syrah 2020
(90 points Vinous)
Grilled Wild Shrimp "Salad"
Salsa verde and chilled roasted eggplant Caponata

Chardonnay 2019
(95 points Parker)
Black Cod Fritti
Saffron aioli

Nerello Mascalese, Etna Rosso 2019
(93 Parker)
Pan Roasted Petaluma Duck Breast
Bitter orange...Parmesan toasted pearl pasta and red onion

Nero D'Avola, "Santa Cecilia" 2018
(94 Suckling, 93 Parker)
Cabernet/Cabernet Franc, "Burdese" 2015
(93 Suckling)
Bistecca Siciliano
Grassfed New York with blistered organic tomato,
garlic and capers

Tiramisu

6 Wines 5 Courses $95 pp ++

Please, please book ASAP

www.Bistro45.com (626)795-2478

Bistro 45 is an authentic New American and French-style cuisine restaurant that encompasses both a traditional and contemporary setting.

04/10/2022

31st Annual Mother’s Day Brunch

Sunday, May 8th

10:00 AM ~ 2:00 PM

Served Family Style:
Scrambled farm eggs with chive, Niman Ranch bacon,
house made muffins & roasted Provençale potatoes

Entrée Selections:

Poached Scottish Salmon
Lemon crème, cucumbers and asparagus

Grilled Niman Ranch Pork Tenderloin
Caramelized Gala apples & seed mustard sauce

Breast of Rocky/Petaluma Chicken
& from our 800 Degree Oven
Fingerling potatoes, organic vegetables, herb demi

Greater Omaha Hanger Steak & Arugula Salad
Avocado, tomatoes, Parmesan and aged Balsamic

Seared Albacore Salad
Scarborough Farms greens with lemon vin

Brioche French Toast with Spring Berries..organic Maple syrup

Organic Spring Vegetable Risotto
Shaved Parmesan

(Includes a Mimosa or glass of
Sparkling Paul Mas Brut Rose)

$60.45 for adults
$24.45 for kids 5 ~ 10 years old
Plus tax and gratuity

03/10/2022

SAVE THE DATES

Wednesday, March 23rd
& Thursday, March 24th

Loire, Beaujolais & Bordeaux Dinner
with Michael Young

The Menu:

Chateau De Montfort Vouvray, Chenin Blanc 2020
91 pts
Chilled Sliced Spanish Octopus "Carpaccio"
& Smoked Puget Bay Sockeye Salmon..Maldon, pickled red onion & Sauternes Boba

Domaine Chatelain Sancerre "Selection", Sauvignon Blanc 2020
91 pts
Atlantic Monkfish Saute..Bouillabaisse broth, pearl pasta,
organic squash, onions & leeks

Chateau de la Chaize Gamay Noir 2017
90 pts
Chateau de la Chaize Brouilly AOC Gamay 2019
90 pts
Chateau de la Chaize Fleurie AOC Gamay 2018
92 pts
Niman Ranch Pork Croquette
Quail Farms yam puree & crispy
Brussels leaves...Gamay reduction

Chateau La Grave Pomerol AOC
Red Bordeaux Blend 2016
94 pts
Roasted & Sliced Creekstone Filet..Grilled asparagus, truffle demi with bone marrow

Carrot Cake
With cream cheese icing...creme fraiche ice cream

Please, please call early.

5 Courses 6 Wines Only $95++ 6:30 PM

03/11/2021

ROSTI MENU

March 11th - 14th

THURSDAY $100.45
James' Lasagna

Bistro 45 "Caesar" with pesto

FRIDAY $135.45
Pan Roasted New Zealand Ora King Salmon X 2
Pearl pasta, charred tomatoes and grilled lemon...sorrel creme

Poached Hawaiian Kanpachi (Amberjack) X 2
Mild herb curry reduction, with fresh soba noodles and sauteed spinach

Composed Heirloom Beets Salad
Farmstead goat cheese, crispy artichoke...beet vinaigrette

SATURDAY $135.45
Seared Petaluma Duck Breast X 2
Scallion-herb rice, organic vegetables and blackberry gastrique

Rocky Half Chicken from our 800 Degree Oven X 2
Yellow creamers, sauteed heirloom spinach, Sh*take mushroom-Madeira demi
Roasted Colorful Harvest Cauliflower
Yam "hummus", spinach and Zatar

SUNDAY $155.45
Grilled Creekstone Ribeye (X 2) &
Hanger Steak (X 2)
Cabernet reduction, crushed creamer potatoes and broccolini

Organic Spring Vegetable Risotto
Shaved Parmesan
***DESSERT OPTION
Pineapple Upside Down, Apple Tart Tatin
or Chocolate Peanut Butter Terrine
for a $24.45 per Rosti upcha

02/03/2021

The Long Anticipated Return of a Sojourn to Spain

With Robert Morrison of Authentic Wine Selections

Please, please book ASAP

Wednesday, February 24th & Thursday, February 25th

The Wines & Menu:

Garnatxa Blanca, Edetaria “Vinyes Velles" 2017
93 points
Crudo of Sashimi Grade
Yellowfin Tuna

Chardonnay, Arzuaga "Fan D'Oro" 2017
90 points
Seared Atlantic John Dory
With piquillo broth and wild shrimp reduction

Garnatxa, Edetaria "Vinyes Velles" 2016
92 points
Tempranillo Blend, Arzuaga, Crianza 2017
95 points
Roasted Half Game Hen
Filled with duck foie mousse..black truffles and foraged mushrooms

Tempranillo, Lealtanza "Reserva", Rioja 2014
92 points
Tempranillo, Bodegas Altanza
"Club Lealtanza" 2011
91 points
Braised All Natural Beef Short Ribs..salsify, fresh horseradish creamers
and asparagus

Fuji Apple Turnover
With vanilla bean ice cream

6 Wines 5 Courses 6:30 PM Only $80 pp ++

02/03/2021

Bistro COMBO ROSTI ROSTER
February 2nd ~ 7th
Serves three to four persons

TUESDAY $145.45
Pan Roasted Ora King New Zealand Salmon X 2
Toasted pearl pasta, charred tomatoes and grilled lemon...sorrel creme
&
Pan Roasted Pacific John Dory X 2
Coconut/herb curry emulsion, pearl pasta and heirloom spinach

San Clemente Mussels & Manila Clams
Creamy Madeira reduction, lemon-thyme,
Gilroy garlic, Magic Valley shallot

WEDNESDAY $160.45
Seared Dive Boat Sea Scallops X 2
Cauliflower puree, heirloom carrot/shellfish reduction
&
Greater Omaha Hanger Steak X 2
Garlic whipped potatoes and grilled broccolini...Cabernet reduction

Petaluma Duck Foie Gras Mousse
Grilled baguette and port aspic

THURSDAY $135.45
Rocky Petaluma Half Chicken X 1
Yellow creamers, sauteed spinach, Shiitake mushroom Madeira demi
&
Seared Maple Leaf Duck Breast X 2
Scallion-herb rice, organic vegetables, blackberry gastrique

Butternut Squash Soup

FRIDAY $165.45
Grilled Niman Ranch Pork Tenderloin X 2
Shaved Brussels saute, warm Fuji apple compote
&
Creekstone All Natural Ribeye X 2
Yellow creamers, heirloom carrots and Cabernet demi

Cured and Smoked Ora King Salmon Salad
Arugula, avocado, shaved pickled fennel, fried capers

SATURDAY $160.45
Roasted Rack of Australian Lamb X 2
Fine herb demi, Pommes Anna, tomatoes, organic carrots
&
Provencale Bouillabaisse X 2
Fresh seasonal fish and shellfish in a non-traditional spicy broth

Composed Heirloom Beet Salad
Farmstead goat cheese, crispy artichoke and beet vinaigrette

SUNDAY $150.45
Hawaiian Kanpachi
Red curry emulsion, fresh soba pasta
and green and yellow zucchini
&
Creekstone Petite Filet X 2
Horseradish whipped potatoes, garlic spinach and Madeira demi

Wild Arugula Salad with Whipped Ricotta
Honey-lemon vinaigrette

***DESSERT OPTION
Pineapple Upside Down, Apple Tart Tatin
or Chocolate Blackberry Terrine
for a $24.45 per Rosti upcharge

(626)795-2478 or visit

Bistro 45 is an authentic New American and French-style cuisine restaurant that encompasses both a traditional and contemporary setting.

12/29/2020

This Week's Food & Wine Specials:

Petaluma Duck Foie Gras Mousse $17.45
Grilled brioche and port aspic

Burrata Alla Panna
& Parma Prosciutto $18.45
Organic tomatoes & Balsamic drizzle

Cast Iron Monterey Calamari $17.45
Smoked chickpea saute, organic spicy tomato Pomodoro, shallot, lemon, micro cilantro

Zatar Brussels Sprouts $13.45
With or without Niman Ranch bacon

San Clemente Mussels & Manila Clams $21.45
Creamy Madeira reduction, lemon-thyme,
Gilroy garlic, Magic Valley shallots

Organic Winter Vegetable Risotto
With Shiitake Mushrooms &
shaved Parmesan $24.45

Seared Dive Boat Sea Scallops $41.45
Cauliflower puree, heirloom carrot/shellfish reduction

Creekstone 12 Ounce Ribeye $49.45
Garlic whipped creamers, asparagus and Cabernet demi

Certified Organic and Certified Delicious Pares Balta Brut Cava from Penedes. A year 'round Simon house favorite...only $22

"J" Sparkling Brut Rose from Russian River
Crispy, dry, hint of strawberry...a Sonoma star and favorite for decades ~ only $25 per bottle, three bottle minimum order please.

Lucien Albrecht Alsatian Brut Rose
90 Point Methode Champenoise, winery dates back to 1698
Great celebratory and seafood choice...tiny bubbles with great uplift! Only $24 per bottle, three bottle minimum order please

(All available while supplies last, please order early...)

***A New Year's $20.21 Special ~
THIS WEEK ONLY!

Roasted Niman Ranch Pork Tenderloin $21.21..Preserved Washington cherry gastrique,
yams and organic Brussels saute

12/29/2020

ROSTI Menu
December 29th ~ January 3rd
Serves three to four persons

TUESDAY $120.45
Hawaiian Kanpachi
Lemongrass/garlic broth with fresh soba noodles & sauteed spinach

Ora King Salmon Chowder

WEDNESDAY $85.45
Australian Lamb/Creekstone Beef Bolognese

Bistro 45 Caesar with Pesto

THURSDAY
Special New Year's Eve Rosti Feast

FRIDAY
New Year's Day CLOSED

SATURDAY $80.45
2 X Petaluma Half Chicken
With James' BBQ sauce, yellow creamers and garlic spinach

Organic Tomato Soup

SUNDAY $150.45
Pan Roasted Dive Boat Scallops
Whipped potatoes and roasted heirloom cauliflower

Lobster/Blue Crab Bisque

***DESSERT OPTION
Chocolate Soup, Pineapple Upside Down
or Chocolate Blackberry Terrine
for a $22.45 per Rosti upcharge

(626)795-2478 or visit

Bistro 45 is an authentic New American and French-style cuisine restaurant that encompasses both a traditional and contemporary setting.

12/29/2020

Special New Year's Eve Rosti
THURSDAY , December 31st
Pick-up available between 4:30 ~ 8:00 PM
(Regular menu also available)

Mixed Organic Greens
Candied pecans, dried cranberries, Meyer lemon vin and Blue cheese
&
Organic Butternut Squash Soup
&
Butter Poached New Zealand Ora King Salmon
Sorrel creme and heirloom carrots
&
Creekstone Prime Ribeye of Beef
Horseradish whipped yellow creamers, grilled broccolini and Cabernet demi
&
New Year's Eve Eclairs
Custard filling and spun sugar...
Chocolate Blackberry Terrine
Salted caramel ice cream

$125 per person plus tax
(*Four person Rosti minimum order)
Please, please book early...need Rosti orders no later than this
Tuesday, December 29th, 6:00 PM

12/09/2020

Week of December 8th thru 13th
ROSTI Menu
Serves 3 ~ 4 people

TUESDAY $155.45
Roasted Rack of Australian Lamb
Fine herb demi, Pommes Anna, tomatoes, organic carrots

Cast Iron Monterey Calamari
Smoked chickpea saute,
organic spicy tomato Pomodoro,
shallot, lemon, micro cilantro

WEDNESDAY $140.45
Seared Dive Boat Sea Scallops
Cauliflower puree, heirloom carrot/shellfish reduction

Organic Mixed Greens
Heirloom tomato, avocado and shallot/Balsamic vinaigrette

THURSDAY $160.45
Seared Maple Leaf Duck Breast
Scallion-herb rice, organic vegetables, Blackberry gastrique

Braised Spanish Octopus
Organic lemon & olive oil, pickled onions & fennel, wild arugula

FRIDAY $120.45
Pan Roasted New Zealand Ora King Salmon
Toasted pearl pasta, charred tomatoes
& grilled lemon...sorrel creme

Organic Tomato Soup

SATURDAY $95.45
2 X Rocky/Petaluma Half Chicken from Our 800 Degree Oven
Buttered yellow creamers, sautéed Bloomsdale spinach,
Shiitake mushroom Madeira demi

Petaluma Duck Foie Gras Mousse
Grilled brioche and port aspic

SUNDAY $155.45
Creekstone 12 Ounce Ribeye
Whipped potatoes with garlic chips, grilled broccolini...bordelaise

Burrata Alla Panna & Parma Prosciutto
Organic tomatoes & dried local figs Balsamic drizzle

***DESSERT OPTION
Chocolate Soup, Pineapple Upside Down or Chocolate Blackberry Terrine
for a $22.45 per Rosti upcharge

(626)795-2478 or visit

Bistro 45 is an authentic New American and French-style cuisine restaurant that encompasses both a traditional and contemporary setting.