Alchemy Bistro & Bar

French Cafe

Starters​

Bruschetta

Locally baked bread topped w/ your choice of
$0.00

Mixed Bruschetta

$10.00

Hummus

Cannelloni bean hummus served w/ grilled eggplant, peppers, zucchini & grilled bread
$12.00

Cheese Plate

Chef's choice of a variety of seasonally available local & imported cheeses, fresh melon, fig & nut chutney, & grilled bread
$12.00

Italian Charcuterie Plate

Thin slices of prosciutto d' parma, house made chicken liver mousse & speck(another smoked & cured italian prosciutto). Served w/ grilled bread, fresh melon & cornichons
$13.00

Carne a La Parrilla

Two​ skewers of grilled certified angus beef marinated argentinian style & drizzled w/ our special chimicurri sauce & two skewers of natural leg of lamb marinated in balsamic w/ fresh rosemary, garlic, & olive oil, then grilled & drizzled w/ rioja sauce. Served on our delicate saffron rice
$14.00

Oysters on the Half Shell

1/2 dozen of the freshest always local oysters served on the half shell w/ lillet mignotte
$12.00

Spanish Mussels

Fresh local penn cove mussels steamed in a saffron & chorizo cream sauce. Served w/ lots of fresh grilled bread for sopping up every last drop
$14.00

Angels on Horseback

Prawns wrapped in prosciutto d' parma & gently grilled. Served w/ fresh melon
$12.00

Quesadilla Especial

Prawns, spanish chorizo, black beans & manchego cheese baked in a flour tortilla & served w/ our salsa verde & chipotle sour cream
$12.00

Stuffed Peppers

Roasted poblano peppers filled w/ our special blend of imported cheeses, garlic, & herbs. Served w/ our saffron rice
$11.00

Empanadas

Our homemade flaky puff-pastry filled w/ your choice of:
$0.00

Tenderloin Beef Picadillo w/ Currants & Almonds(4)

$10.00

Spanish Black Olive Tapenade & Cabrales Cheese(4)

$9.00

Dungeness Crab, Prawns, Artichoke Hearts, Feta Cheese & Herbs(4)

$12.00

Mixed Empanadas

Two of each kind(6)
$14.00

Ensaladas​ - Ensalada

Ensalada De La Casa

Freshest organic mache (lamb's lettuce)and paper thin sliced shallots dressed w/ a green extra virgin olive oil & a 12 year old balsamic vinegar
$6.00

Ensalada Mixta

Fresh organic greens, spiced pepitas (pumpkin seeds), red onion, & spanish manchego cheese dressed w/ a balsamic vinaigrette
$6.50

Roasted Beet Salad

Roasted golden beets, organic baby greens, toasted walnuts, & spanish blue cheese tossed in fresh herb vinaigrette
$8.00

Pan-Salada

Rustic bread salad w/ tomato, capers, kalamata olives, french feta cheese, & organic greens drizzled w/ fresh cilantro oil
$10.00

Ensaladas​ - Para Los Niños for Children

May we recommend something from the starter menu or

Quesadilla De Queso

Flour tortilla filled w/ cheese & grilled
$6.00

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Panini bread layered w/ cheese & grilled to perfection
$5.00

Entrees​

Wild Alaskan Salmon

Fresh​ cape cleare salmon pan-seared & served w/ a fresh watercress & hazelnut pesto, risotto, & fresh vegetables
$20.00

Seafood & Chorizo Paella

Wild salmon, prawns, & freshest local seasonal shellfish w/ spicy spanish chorizo in a classic spanish saffron rice
$18.00

Cioppino

The​ simple seafood stew that seduces peasants & nobility alike. Fresh mussels, clams, wild salmon, scallops & prawns in a rich tomato broth w/ a hint of spice & orange zest
$19.00

Eggplant Parmesan

A classic w/ house made marinara, fresh herbs, mozzarella & parmesan. Served w/ our herbed pesto pasta
$16.00

Hand Made Ravioli

Our fresh hand made ravioli's change daily. Please let us tell you what we've made for tonight.
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Farmer's Market Risotto

A tribute to our farmers market & all of our wonderful farmers. We start w/ what's seasonal & available & build from there to make this dish always fun & fresh.
$0.00

Alchemy's Special Ricotta Gnocchi

We make our own ricotta gnocchi & serve them in a brodo di peccorini broth w/ shallots, butter, watercress, tomatoes, & sugar snap peas
$18.00

Pechuga De Pato Al Mirto

A generous duck breast, skin perfectly seared to a crispy golden brown & rare inside is thinly sliced & served w/ a mirto(myrtle berry liqueur) buerre rouge & accompanied by a saute of fresh local seasonal vegetables & polenta
$24.00

Lapin Ivre

Literally'drunken rabbit' this southern french classic is sublime. Lean rabbit is slowly cooked in red wine, garlic, carrots, onions, lots of fresh herbs & cognac. Served w/ potatoes & a saute of fresh local seasonal vegetables
$22.00

Cassoulet

Classic french, we confit our own rabbit & use both white french country beans as well as lentils to make our cassoulet a bit different. We then add chicken garlic sausage & braised lamb chops for all around incredible flavor
$26.00

Tagine De Poulet Aux Olives Et Citrons Confits

Another one of the most well known of all tagine's. We slowly cook succulent skinless boneless chicken thighs w/ moroccan picholine olives & preserved lemons in a rich broth of north african herbs & spices. Served w/ our currant & pistachio nut couscous
$22.00

Rack of Lamb

Our​ lamb is glazed w/ fresh herbs & whole grain mustard then fire grilled & served w/ a mint chimicurri. Accompanied w/ a saute of fresh local seasonal vegetables & polenta
$28.00

Lamb Shanks

We slowly braise natural lamb shanks in a succulent, rich sangiovese & herb sauce. Served w/ potatoes & fresh seasonal vegetables
$24.00

Tenderloin Au Poivre

This 10oz grilled filet melts in your mouth. Served w/ moonhill's wild mushrooms in an armaniac(cognac-like) glaze. Accompanied by potatoes & an array of fresh seasonal vegetables
$26.00

Lunch​ - Bocadillos-Bites

Charcuterie Lunch

Country pate served w/ grilled artisan bread, cornichons, a bit of sliced prosciutto d'parma & dijon mustard
$13.00

Angels on Horseback

Wild prawns wrapped in prosciutto d' parma & gently grilled. Served w/ fresh melon
$12.00

Stuffed Peppers

Roasted poblano peppers filled w/ our special blend of imported cheeses, garlic, & herbs. Served w/ our saffron rice
$11.00

Discovery Bay Oysters

1/2 dozen of today's selection of the freshest local oysters served on the half shell served w/ lillet mignotte
$13.00

Spanish Mussels

Fresh local penn cove mussels steamed in a saffron & chorizo cream sauce. Served w/ lots of fresh grilled bread for sopping up every last drop
$14.00

Argentinian Grill

Grilled certified angus beef skewers marinated argentinian style & drizzled w/ our special chimichurri sauce. Served on our delicate saffron rice
$13.00

Lunch​ - Ensaladas-Salads

Ensalada De La Casa

Freshest organic mache (lamb's lettuce) & paper thin sliced shallots dressed w/ a green extra virgin olive oil & a 12 year old balsamic vinegar
$6.00

Pan-Salada

Rustic bread salad w/ t omato, capers, kalamata olives, french feta cheese, & red dog farm organic greens drizzled w/ a fresh cilantro oil
$10.00

Salad Nicoise

Fresh local organic greens from red dog farm, t omatoes, french beans, hard boiled egg, anchovy, potatoes, t una, cornichons, & country cured olives
$14.00

Wild Salmon Salad

Fresh local greens tossed w/ sautéed onions & topped w/ cape cleare wild salmon fillet & silky t arragon creme fraiche dressing
$15.00

Seared Duck Breast Salad

Duck breast seared w/ moonhill's wild mushrooms & served on organic mache tossed in balsamic vinaigrette w/ montrachet cheese & tomatoes
$16.00

Lunch​ - Zuppa-Soups

Oyster Stew

Fresh local oysters, leeks, garlic, ginger, cream, & fresh t arragon all gently simmered to perfection
$0.00

French Onion Soup

Another of our favorite french classics this onion soup is baked to order & topped w/ french bread & a parmesan crust
$0.00

Daily Soup

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Lunch​ - Sandwiches

Croque Monsieur

The parisian classic sandwich of ham & gruyere broiled until golden & bubbly. Served w/ a small side salad of local organic greens & fresh herbs
$13.00

Croque Madame

Ham & gruyere are broiled to a golden bubbly perfection in this classic french sandwich, then topped w/ a delicately fried egg. Served w/ a small side salad of local organic greens
$14.00

French Mushroom Baguette

Sauteed mushrooms, caramelized onions, fresh mache, & our herbed goat cheese served w/ a small side salad of fresh local organic greens from red dog farm & fresh herbs
$12.50

Eggplant Parmesan

A classic w/ house made marinara, fresh herbs, mozzarella & parmesan on a baguette. Served w/ a side salad of fresh local organic greens & fresh herb vinaigrette
$12.50

Grilled Tenderloin Sandwich

Served on a ciabatta roll w/ dijon mustard, onions & and peppers, & manchego cheese. Served w/ a small side salad of local organic greens & herb vinaigrette
$15.00

Drunken Rabbit

This southern french classic is sublime. Lean rabbit is slowly cooked in red wine, garlic, carrots, onions, lots of fresh herbs & cognac. We take this classic & serve it on a grilled baguette w/ paper thin slivered onions & mache & serve it w/ a petite salad
$15.00

Lunch​ - Pasta & Other Temptations

Seafood & Chorizo Paella

A lunch sized version of this favorite w/ wild prawns, wild salmon, clams, mussels, calamari, & spicy spanish chorizo in a classic spanish saffron rice
$16.00

Cioppino

The simple seafood stew that seduces peasants & nobility alike. Fresh mussels, wild salmon, calamari, clams & prawnsinarich tomato broth. Served fresh artisan baguette slices
$16.00

Alchemy's Special Ricotta Gnocchi

We make our own ricotta gnocchi & serve them in a brodo di peccorino broth w/ shallots, butter, arugula, tomatoes, & sugar snap peas
$16.00

Fresh Basil Pesto Pasta

Our pasta of the day w/ shallots, tomatoes, pine nuts, parmesan, & our house made fresh basil pesto
$15.00

Quesadilla Especial

Prawns, spanish chorizo, black beans & manchego cheese baked in a flour tortilla & served w/ our salsa verde & chipotle sour cream
$12.00

Lamb Kebabs

Natural leg of lamb marinated in balsamic w/ fresh rosemary, garlic, & olive oil, then grilled. Served on potatoes w/ organic baby greens & port infused figs
$15.00

Cassoulet

Straight off our dinner menu is this classic french dish...we confit our own rabbit & use both white french country beans as well as lentils to make our cassoulet a bit different. We then add chicken garlic sausage & braised lamb chops for all around incredible flavor
$26.00

Bites​

In our travels all over the world we have always loved the discoveries we've made when we have followed our noses & had a bite of this or that from some small town bistro in france, an out of the way neighborhood bar in havana, or a food vendor cart in bali. The artistry & creativity put into these offerings can be truly amazing. Whether you call them pinchos, pintxos, or bocadillos, our bites are the perfect way to snack before a movie, have a late night meal or just nibble on something w/ a glass of wine while you read that new book. Each one is smaller than a traditional tapa so you can explore more tastes. One bite & a glass of wine is the perfect appetizer. Three or four bites & a flight of wine -voila! A meal. Our bites menu is available all night in the wine bar so you can sate that craving anytime. Please ask your server about the perfect wine to go along w/ your bites.

Country Pate

A​ slice of fresh country pâté ask your sever for today's selection
$6.00

Eggplant Tapenade

Rich & complex tapenade w/ baguette
$5.00

Manchego & Quince

Slices​ of aged manchego cheese & quince paste. A spanish must
$4.00

Oyster Stew

Fresh​ local oysters & ginger combine to make this a very delightful bite
$6.00

Chorizo Stuffed Dates

Our own spanish chorizo & plump north african dates
$4.00

Stuffed Pepper

A pasilla pepper is stuffed w/ our own blend of cheeses & baguette
$5.00

Roasted Pepper & Garlic

Red bell peppers are slowly roasted w/ garlic & olive oil & baguette
$4.00

Shrimp w/ Garlic

Fresh​ local shrimp are sauteed w/ garlic & extra virgin olive oil
$6.00

Tomatoes, Mozzarella, & Basil

Fresh tomatoes, basil leaves & mozzarella drizzled w/ extra virgin olive oil & 12 year old balsamic vinegar
$5.00

Dessert​

Chocolate Mousse

Our​ rich, silky, oh so elegant dark belgium chocolate mousse is a perfect way to end a decadent feast
$7.00

Arroz Con Leche

Our interpretation of the classic spanish rice, milk, & almonds dessert
$6.00

Creme Brulee

We pay homage to the venerable custard. Vanilla beans from madagascar & eggs w/ a caramelized raw sugar crust. Simplicity in it's most elegant form
$7.00

Kahlua Cake

Finest belgian chocolate & kahlua liquor are blended into a decadent flour-less cake. Topped w/ fresh whipped cream
$7.00

Specialidad De La Casa

Ask your server about today's special dessert offering. N flight of ports: a sample of four of our ports for your enjoyment
$15.00

Port & Cheese Finale

Four ports matched to a selection of seasonal cheeses & fruits to make the perfect end of a feast. Or a feast all of its own!
$26.00

Espresso

Traditional italian style coffee. Most commonly called "caffe". Caffe con panna: espresso w/ a drop or two of cream
$2.50

Caffe Corretto

Espresso "corrected" w/ a drizzle of liquor. Sambuca, cognac or, most often, grappa. A surprisingly elegant finishing touch to a day
$4.00

Sunday Brunch​ - Eggs Dishes

Spanish Omelet

3 egg omelet filled w/ spanish chorizo, black beans, roasted poblano peppers, manchego, & jack cheeses. Topped w/ chipotle sour cream & salsa verde. Served w/ our oven-roasted potatoes & baguette
$12.00

Parisian Omelet

3 egg omelet filled w/ mushrooms, roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, & french goat cheese. Served w/ potatoes & baguette
$12.00

Oysters Parmesan

3 eggs scrambled w/ local dabob oysters, tomatoes, baby spinach, garlic & parmesan reggiano. Served w/ potatoes & baguette
$12.50

Huevos Migas

Eggs scrambled w/ corn tortilla strips, roasted peppers & topped w/ manchego cheese. Served w/ salsa verde, roasted potatoes, & baguette
$10.00

Basic Breakfast

2 eggs, any style, potatoes & baguette
$7.00

Sunday Brunch​ - Other Breakfast Things

Croque Madame or Monsieur

Ham & gruyere are broiled to a golden bubbly perfection in this classic french sandwich, then topped w/ a delicately fried egg or the monsieur w/ no egg. Served w/ roasted potatoes
$13.00

El Gaucho

A 10oz flat iron steak, hand-carved & cooked to your desire, served w/ 2 country fresh eggs, cooked any style you wish, potatoes & baguette
$15.00

Wild Salmon Benedict

2 poached eggs on a fillet of grilled wild alaskan salmon & topped w/ our special home-made hollandaise sauce. Served w/ an ensalada mixta & seasonal fruit
$15.00

Tuscan Savory French Toast

French bread stuffed w/ eggs then grilled w/ onions, sweet peppers, garlic, & baby spinach in olive oil. Served w/ potatoes
$12.00

Mediterranean Grilled Polenta

2​ eggs baked w/ garlic, onions, & fresh herbs in a light marinara served over grilled polenta
$12.00

Biscuits w/ Fennel Sausage & Mushroom Gravy

We make our own biscuits & our own gravy from scratch. Topped w/ two eggs any style
$13.00

Southern Grits

A bowl full of gris made to order w/ milk & butter. Served w/ fresh fruit
$8.00

Marscapone w/ Fresh Berry Compote Crepes

2 large crepes filled w/ creamy marscapone cheese & toasted hazelnuts & smothered in our fresh berry compote
$12.00

Our Famous Creme Brulee French Toast

3 slices of country french bread soaked in a delicate grand marnier infused custard & baked to form a golden-brown caramelized crust. Served w/ whipped honey-butter & pure maple syrup
$12.00

2 Slices of French Toast Served w/ 2 Eggs, Any Style

$12.00

2 Slices of French Toast Served w/ French Country Sausage

$14.00

Side Orders

2 eggs, any style, 2 roasted potatoes
$3.50

Baguette & Jam

$2.50

Salsa Verde

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French Country Chicken Sausage

$4.00

Sunday Brunch​ - Soups & Salads

Ensalada De La Casa

Freshest organic mache (lamb's lettuce) & paper thin sliced shallots dressed w/ a green extra virgin olive oil & a 12 year old balsamic vinegar
$6.00

Salad Nicoise

Fresh local organic greens from red dog farm, tomatoes, french beans, hard boiled egg, anchovy, potatoes, tuna, cornichons, & country cured olives
$14.00

Seared Duck Breast Salad

Duck breast seared w/ moonhill's wild mushrooms & served on organic mache tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette w/ montrachet cheese & tomatoes
$16.00

Oyster Stew

Fresh local oysters, leeks, garlic, ginger, cream, & fresh tarragon all gently simmered to perfection
$0.00

French Onion Soup: Another of Our Favorite French Classics This Onion Soup Is Baked to Order & Toppe

$0.00

Sunday Brunch​ - Other Popular Lunch Items

Charcuterie Lunch

Country pate served w/ grilled artisan bread, cornichons, sliced prosciutto & dijon mustard
$13.00

Angels on Horseback

Wild prawns wrapped in prosciutto d' parma & gently grilled. Served w/ fresh melon
$12.00

Discovery Bay Oysters

1/2​ dozen of today's selection of the freshest local oysters served on the half shell served w/ lillet mignotte
$13.00

French Mushroom Baguette

Sauteed mushrooms, caramelized onions, fresh mache, & our herbed goat cheese served w/ a small side salad of fresh local organic greens from red dog farm & fresh herbs
$12.50

Drunken Rabbit Sandwich

This southern french classic is sublime. Lean rabbit is slowly cooked in red wine, garlic, carrots, onions, lots of fresh herbs & cognac. We take this classic & serve it on a grilled baguette w/ paper thin slivered onions & arugula & a petite salad
$15.00

Quesadilla Especial

Prawns, spanish chorizo, black beans & manchego cheese baked in a flour tortilla & served w/ our salsa verde & chipotle sour cream
$12.00

Seafood & Chorizo Paella

A lunch sized version of this favorite w/ wild prawns, wild salmon, clams, mussels, & spicy spanish chorizo in a classic spanish saffron rice
$16.00

Cioppino

The simple seafood stew that seduces peasants & nobility alike. Fresh mussels, wild salmon, clams & wild prawns in a rich tomato broth. Served fresh artisan baguette slices
$16.00

Alchemy's Special Ricotta Gnocchi

We make our own ricotta gnocchi & serve them in a brodo di peccorino broth w/ shallots, butter, arugula, tomatoes, & sugar snap peas
$16.00

Lamb Kebabs

Natural leg of lamb marinated in balsamic w/ fresh rosemary, garlic, & olive oil, then grilled. Served on potatoes w/ organic baby greens & port infused figs
$15.00

Cassoulet

Straight​ off our dinner menu is this classic french dish...we confit our own rabbit & use both white french country beans as well as lentils to make our cassoulet a bit different. We then add chicken garlic sausage & braised lamb chops for all around incredible flavor
$26.00

And of Course Our "Endless Champagne" Mimosa

$8.50