Sea nuts
Noci di mare
Seafood nuts, likely scallop or sea scallop nuts, served raw or lightly cooked. Tender texture and sweet, briny flavor. To be enjoyed as a light starter.
€18
≈ $21.00
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Le Cherche Midi
Le Cherche Midi
le cherche midi since 1978. Saturday, July 19, 2025. Our meats are of French origin. Due to their popularity, these dishes are offered daily.
Entrees of the day
Melon and Parma ham
Melone e parma
A classic Italian dish combining slices of sweet and juicy melon with salty and aged Parma ham. The sweet and salty contrast is refreshing. Served cold as a starter.
€24
≈ $28.00
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Arugula and parmesan salad
Insalata di rucola e parmigiano
A simple salad made of peppery arugula and shavings of aged parmesan. Usually seasoned with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Fresh and light.
€16
≈ $19.00
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Burrata and Parma ham
Burrata e Parma
Italian fresh spun-paste cheese filled with cream, served with Parma ham. The texture is creamy and melting, pairing perfectly with the salty ham.
€23
≈ $27.00
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Burrata with fresh tomato and pepper coulis
Burrata au coulis de tomates et poivrons frais
Creamy burrata cheese ball accompanied by a light tomato and pepper sauce. Mild and milky flavor enhanced by the freshness of the vegetables.
€17
≈ $20.00
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Buffalo mozzarella with tomato
Mozzarella di bufala con pomodoro
Classic Caprese salad with buffalo mozzarella and tomatoes. The mozzarella is rich and creamy, served with fresh tomatoes and often basil.
€17
≈ $20.00
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House antipasti
Antipasti della casa
Assortment of varied Italian starters according to the chef's inspiration. May include grilled vegetables, charcuterie, or cheeses. Ideal for tasting multiple flavors.
€16
≈ $19.00
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Spinach velouté
Vellutata di spinaci
Soups of the day
A creamy and smooth spinach velouté. Sweet vegetal flavor, often enhanced with a touch of cream or parmesan. Served hot.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Charcuterie
And always Our selection of the best artisanal Italian charcuterie
Lardo S.Ilario with arugula
Lardo S.Ilario con rucola
Cured white lard from Colonnata or similar, cut very thinly, literally melting in the mouth. Served on a bed of arugula for a peppery contrast.
€16
≈ $19.00
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Prosciutto di Parma S.Ilario*
Strictly selected Parma ham, salted and aged traditionally in the cellars of Emilia-Romagna for 28 to 30 months
High-quality Italian cured ham, aged for a long time. Delicate flavor, slightly salty, and silky texture. Served in thin slices.
€18
≈ $21.00
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Mortadella with Truffle/ with pistachio*
Mortadella al Tartufo/ al pistacchio*
Famous specialty from the Bologna region with tuber aestivum truffle / with pistachios
Cooked Italian sausage, served in thin slices. Smooth texture and mild taste, enhanced with either aromatic summer truffle or crunchy pistachios.
€15~
≈ $17.00
Coppa di Parma S.Ilario*
Salted, dried, and aged beef charcuterie from Emilia-Romagna
Salted and dried pork charcuterie (neck). More robust flavor than ham, with good marbling of fat. Firm and melting texture.
€17
≈ $20.00
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Bresaola punta d'anca*
Dried beef, served with arugula, olive oil, and lemon
Lean beef charcuterie, air-dried, originating from Lombardy. Dark red color, intense but delicate taste. Served with olive oil and lemon.
€17
≈ $20.00
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Mixed cold cuts*
Affettato misto*
Mixed charcuterie
Tasting platter featuring a selection of the different charcuterie offered. Ideal for sharing and discovering specialties.
€17
≈ $20.00
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Our Fresh Pasta
We are particularly proud of our fresh pasta, which we make daily following tradition and serve cooked to order with sauces that match the seasons.
Spaghetti with marinated salmon
Spaghetti al salmone marinato
Spaghetti with marinated salmon
Fresh long pasta served with marinated salmon. The sauce is generally light so as not to mask the fish flavor. 'Al dente' pasta texture.
€24
≈ $28.00
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Ravioli with ricotta, tomato, and basil
Ravioli di ricotta al pomodoro e basilico
Ravioli stuffed with ricotta, tomato sauce, and basil
Pasta stuffed with mild ricotta cheese, topped with a classic tomato sauce flavored with basil. A comforting and flavorful vegetarian dish.
€24
≈ $28.00
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Linguine with pesto
Linguine al pesto
Linguine with basil pesto
Thin, flat pasta served with a green pesto sauce (basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan, olive oil). Intense herbaceous and aromatic flavor.
€22
≈ $25.00
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Fettuccine with summer truffle * 10g
Fettuccine al tartufo estivo * 10g
Fettuccine with truffle (tuber aestivum)
Wide egg pasta served with grated summer truffle. A luxurious dish with the earthy and nutty aroma characteristic of truffles.
€31
≈ $36.00
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Meats
Our meats are of French origin
Veal loin with mushrooms
Lombatello di vitello ai funghi
Veal loin with mushrooms
Meat of the day
Tender and juicy veal cut (flank), pan-fried and served with a mushroom sauce. Rich flavor and melting texture.
€25
≈ $29.00
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Milk-fed veal escalope with butter and sage*
Escalope de veau de lait au beurre et sauge*
served with sautéed vegetables
Thin slice of milk-fed veal cooked in butter with sage leaves (Saltimbocca style without ham). Delicate and herbaceous taste. Served with vegetables.
€28
≈ $32.00
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Pan-fried lamb chops with rosemary*
Côtes d'agneau poêlées au romarin*
served with sautéed vegetables
Grilled or pan-fried lamb chops, flavored with rosemary. The meat is pink and tender with a flavorful crust. Served with vegetables.
€35
≈ $41.00
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Beef fillet carpaccio with olive oil and lemon*
Carpaccio de filet de bœuf olio e limone*
Thin slices of raw beef fillet with olive oil and lemon sauce
Thin slices of raw beef marinated simply with extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice. Fresh and light dish highlighting the quality of the meat.
€24
≈ $28.00
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Fish
Fresh fish of the day
Sea bass fillets, butter and anchovies
Filetti di spigola burro e acciughe
Sea bass fillets with butter and anchovy sauce
Pan-fried white fish fillets (sea bass), coated in a rich butter and salted anchovy sauce. Flaky flesh and umami flavor.
€25
≈ $29.00
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Cheeses
Misto di formaggi: Gorgonzola, taleggio and pecorino
Misto di formaggi : Gorgonzola, taleggio e pecorino
Assortment of traditional Italian cheeses
Selection of three Italian cheeses: Gorgonzola (creamy blue), Taleggio (washed rind soft cheese), and Pecorino (hard sheep's cheese). Usually served with bread.
€15
≈ $17.00
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Homemade Desserts
Tiramisu
The iconic Italian dessert. Layers of coffee-soaked biscuits and mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa. Creamy texture and coffee flavor.
€12
≈ $14.00
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Panna cotta
Jellied Italian cream dessert, very smooth and sweet. Often served with a red fruit coulis or caramel.
€11
≈ $13.00
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Chocolate cake (gluten-free)
Gâteau au chocolat (sans gluten)
Rich and dense chocolate cake, made without wheat flour. Melting texture and intense cocoa flavor.
€12
≈ $14.00
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Seasonal fruits
Fruits de saison
Plate of fresh fruits selected according to the season (melon, strawberries, etc.). Light and natural dessert.
€12
≈ $14.00
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Fresh raspberries
Framboises fraiches
Bowl of fresh raspberries. Tart and fragrant red fruit. Can be served plain or with a little sugar.
€17
≈ $20.00
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Chocolate cream
Crème au chocolat
Creamy chocolate dairy dessert, similar to a dense mousse or pudding. Sweet and comforting.
€11
≈ $13.00
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Berthillon ice creams and sorbets
Glaces et sorbets Berthillon
Selection of ice creams or sorbets from the famous Parisian house Berthillon. Intense and natural flavors.
€13
≈ $15.00
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Affogato
Scoop of vanilla ice cream 'drowned' in hot espresso coffee. The hot-cold and bitter-sweet contrast is delicious.
€10
≈ $12.00
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Dai Dai Coffee
Café Dai Dai
Small iced coffee bites coated in chocolate, or an Italian iced coffee specialty. A treat to end the meal.
€5.50
≈ $6.00
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Wines by the glass... or more!
the wine list
Orvieto, Classico Ruffino DOC, 2023
White
Dry and crisp Italian white wine from the Umbria region. Floral and fruity notes. Ideal with starters and fish.
€5.50~
≈ $6.00
Domaine de L'Angèle 2024
Rosé
Fresh and fruity rosé wine, perfect for an aperitif or summer meals. Pale color and red fruit aromas.
€5.50~
≈ $6.00
Pactio Fertuna 2021
Red
Italian red wine from Tuscany. Balanced with notes of ripe fruit and spices. Pairs well with meats and pasta.
€7.50~
≈ $9.00
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Col D'Orcia 2019
Red
Prestigious Tuscan red wine, full-bodied and complex. Elegant tannins, notes of dark fruit and wood. Ideal for special occasions.
€21~
≈ $24.00
Barolo DOCG Parusso 2020
Piedmont red wine nicknamed the 'king of wines'. Powerful, tannic, and very aromatic (rose, tar, cherry). Improves with aeration.
€24~
≈ $28.00
Aperitifs and Digestifs
Prosecco DOCG 'San Venanzio' Veneto
Prosecco DOCG 'San Venanzio' Venetie
Dry and fruity Italian sparkling wine. Fine bubbles, ideal for starting a meal or for a toast.
€10~
≈ $12.00
Champagne Mobillion Brut Reserve
Champagne Mobillion Brut Réserve
French sparkling wine from Champagne. Brut (dry), with good acidity and notes of brioche and citrus.
€15~
≈ $17.00
Americano / Negroni 15 cl
Classic Italian cocktails based on Campari and red Vermouth. The Americano contains sparkling water, the Negroni contains gin. Bitter and sweet taste.
€14
≈ $16.00
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Spritz 15 cl
Refreshing Venetian cocktail based on Prosecco, bitters (Aperol or Campari), and sparkling water. Bright orange color, sweet-bitter taste.
€12
≈ $14.00
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Digestifs 6 cl
Strong spirits served at the end of the meal to aid digestion. May include Limoncello, Amaretto, etc.
€10
≈ $12.00
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Beer 33 cl
Bière 33 cl
Standard beer served in a bottle. Fermented beverage made from malt and hops, refreshing and fizzy.
€7.50
≈ $9.00
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Grappa sassicaia 6 cl / cognac 6 cl
High-end digestifs. Grappa is an Italian grape pomace eau-de-vie; Cognac is a French wine eau-de-vie aged in barrels.
€25
≈ $29.00
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Other alcoholic aperitif 6cl
Autre aperitif alcoolisé 6cl
Other alcoholic aperitif options depending on availability (e.g., Martini, Porto).
€10
≈ $12.00
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Drinks
non-alcoholic drinks
Fresh
Surgiva still 50 cl
Surgiva plate 50 cl
Still Italian natural mineral water (no bubbles). Pure and light, served in a bottle.
€7
≈ $8.00
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Surgiva sparkling 50 cl
Surgiva gazeuse 50 cl
Sparkling Italian natural mineral water. Refreshing with fine bubbles.
€7
≈ $8.00
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Tonic 25 cl
Sparkling soda containing quinine, with a slightly bitter taste. Often drunk on its own or as a mixer.
€6
≈ $7.00
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Orangina 25 cl
French sparkling drink with orange juice and pulp. Sweet and fruity taste.
€6
≈ $7.00
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Coca-Cola 33 cl
Classic cola soda, dark, fizzy, and sweet. Served chilled.
€6
≈ $7.00
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Fruit juice: Apple
Jus de fruits: Pomme
Apple juice, soft and fruity. Non-alcoholic drink.
€6
≈ $7.00
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Fruit juice: Tomato 25 cl
Jus de fruits: Tomate 25 cl
Salty and savory tomato juice. Often served with celery salt or Tabasco.
€6
≈ $7.00
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Fruit nectar: Apricot
Nectar de fruits: Abricot
Thick and sweet drink made from apricot puree, water, and sugar. Very fragrant.
€6
≈ $7.00
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Fruit nectar: Orange 25cl
Nectar de fruits: Orange 25cl
Drink made from orange juice. Sweet and rich in vitamin C.
€6
≈ $7.00
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Hot
Illy Coffee
Illy Café
A classic espresso made with beans from the Italian brand Illy. Short, strong, and aromatic.
€3.50
≈ $4.00
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Cappuccino
Capuccino
Espresso coffee topped with a creamy hot milk foam. Sometimes sprinkled with cocoa.
€6.50
≈ $8.00
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Teas / Infusions
Thes / Infusions
Selection of teas (black, green) or infusions (herbal teas without caffeine like mint or verbena) served with hot water.
€5.50
≈ $6.00
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