Finally,  a true French bistro with a “come as you are” dress code  (saw patrons in sweatpants, suits, t-shirts…)  Niko wants you to be comfortable and that’s just what’s in store for you when you arrive at Buckhead Life’s newest creation, Bistro Niko. (And yes, Niko is there!)

I was pleasantly surprised to see just how refreshing the interior was and much larger than I imagined.  Very New York,  Paris and Buckhead all in one!
When you walk in the beautiful open kitchen is to your left and buzzing with a talented team of chef’s preparing everything from traditional spreads like fresh & smoked salmon or”very French” chilled pork shoulder spread , Hors D’Oeuvres, Oysters on ice, Tartes, Charcuterie, Salades, Fabulous entrees that scream “Oui Oui!”

On this day, I was treated to a multi course dining experience with a few of my closest friends.  We started with “Gougeres” which are Light Gruyere Cheese Puffs.  I could have popped those in all day!  Next came Caviar!!

Wow! This is living huh? I could have eaten 5 of these.   Next up: Hors D’ (Euvres) and Soupe De Haricots Blancs.  Translated, that’s a delicious warming White Bean Soup with white truffle oil.  So nice! ( I wanted a straw to get it all but left it at home.)

Since I love Christmas and the Holiday’s, I felt it necessary to order “Hachis Parmentier De Veau” or as I call it Shepherd’s Pie.  Mama never made a pie like this at my house!  Delightful Celeriac-potato puree, petite salade vinaigrette and a big fork–but use a spoon to get every last bit. Come on, you’re in France!! (pair it with Domaine De La Perriere, Sancerre Loire 2007)

Still having room I said “bring it on” and immediately came “Sole Barigoule”.  I
figured this one before reading that yes, there’s a fish in there.  Roasted Maine Lemon Sole, artichokes, carrots, pearl onion stew.  Whew!  This will warm you soul like everything else on the menu.  Buttery, fabulous.  And you must pair it with Costes De Rhone, E. Guigal Rhone 2007 (great year wasn’t it.)

Do you have room for dessert?  I do!  Profiteroles Au Chocolat.  They looked like little mini cream burgers with steak sauce and were AWESOME!!

Pano’s Private Reserve blend coffee matched perfectly with the chocolate. (what doesn’t pair well with chocolate.)

Bistro Niko is located in the spectacular new Sovereign building, located at 3344 Peachtree Road at the Tower Place entrance.  404.261.6456.

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