rich Belgian Callebaut chocolate | candied walnut crumble | crème anglaise | blackberry compote | chocolate mousse
winter spices | Ivoire white chocolate mousse | oat and almond granola | pear reduction
the classic French custard | local cream | Grand Marnier | candied orange | fresh berries
rich Belgian chocolate | strawberry coulis | almond croquet | crème anglaise
Chef's trio of cheeses | housemade jam | honey drizzle
truffled mushrooms | bloc de foie gras | shallot jam | gruyère | house frites | asparagus
sauce bigarade | creamy duck fat polenta | garlic sautéed kale
the classic slowly braised bone-in pork shank | natural jus | kale orange gremolata | celery root purée | heirloom carrots
fresh PEI mussels with our signature frites (multiple mussels preparations available)
fig and fennel caponata | guanciale | fennel cream | roasted garlic fingerlings | roasted heirloom carrots
local exotic Petrichor mushrooms | pecorino Toscano | fried arugula | crema al tartufo nero
seared | maître d'hôtel butter | red wine jus | truffle potato purée | asparagus
classic, with sea salt
with one of our housemade aïolis for dipping
shaved fresh black truffles | truffle oil | parmigiano reggiano
drizzled with made-to-order sauce hollandaise
white wine | mirepoix | fresh garlic | butter
Calabrian chili | tomato | white wine
mirepoix | chives | white wine | cream | French vadouvan masala curry
chopped romaine | Parmesan crisp | garlic baguette crumble | Caesar vinaigrette
lump blue crab | chèvre | fresh herbs | arugula | lemon vinaigrette | saffron aïoli | garlic herb baguette
Kalera Farms red oak lettuce | candied walnuts | fresh Bosch pear | pancetta lardon | Roquefort blue | maple Dijon vinaigrette
crispy fried leeks | truffle oil
Calvados flambéed apples | fennel jam | micro tarragon | grilled French bread
black truffle | Dijon | shallots | chives | egg yolk vinaigrette | fried capers
herbed garlic butter | cognac | grilled French bread
pickled onions | fresh citrus | Aleppo pepper | Mediterranean olive medley | roasted garlic toast point
As a final impression, the menu at Château 13 feels like a confident celebration of classic French technique paired with approachable, modern comfort. From the very first bites, the Potato Leek Bisque, Seared Foie Gras, Beef Tartare, Escargots à la Bourguignonne, and Gulf Shrimp Escabeche set a refined yet welcoming tone, offering depth, balance, and thoughtful execution. The salads-French Caesar, Crab and Chèvre Stuffed Piquillo Peppers, and Roquefort and Pear Salad-add freshness and contrast, showing care in both flavor pairing and presentation. Moving into the heart of the menu, entrées such as The Louis XIII Burger, Duck Leg Confit, Pork Osso Buco, Mussels & Frites, and Local Fresh Catch highlight the kitchen’s versatility, ranging from indulgent and hearty to light and seafood-forward. The mussel selection-Mussels Vin Blanc, Mussels Diablo, and Mussels French Curry-stands out as a clear specialty, offering distinct flavor profiles that cater to both traditionalists and adventurous diners. Complementing these dishes, the frites options-Handcut Frites, Aïoli Frites, Truffle Parmesan Frites, and Hollandaise Frites-feel thoughtfully elevated, turning a simple side into a memorable component of the meal. Ending on a sweet note, desserts like Flourless Chocolate Torte, Champagne Poached Pear, Grand Marnier Crème Brûlée, Mousse au Chocolat, and the Cheese Plate provide a polished and satisfying conclusion. Overall, the menu comes together as a cohesive, well-curated experience that reflects both culinary confidence and respect for classic French flavors, making Château 13 a place where the food itself leaves a lasting impression.