Food & Drink
Food Fridays: Mangez Bien at Bistro CloClo in Orlando!! Bon Appetit!
Behind the Name
When my friend Sunshine said that we were going to a wonderful new French Bistro in Orlando, on what they call “Restaurant Row”, I was a little apprehensive. A French restaurant in my eyes meant stuffy, expensive and lots of things I don’t eat. I mean really, escargot? Uh no… Fish? Sorry, don’t eat it. What would I possibly like there? Furthermore, I am not getting all dressed up for lunch, I am wearing jeans!
As I prepared for what I thought would be an uncomfortable time, I pulled into the shopping area where Bistro CloClo is located. Everything looks normal. Doesn’t look too fancy pants.
Once I got to the patio, which is located outside in the front, I immediately started to think this might be different. It didn’t feel to stuffy or pretentious. I was standing out front talking to myself about my observations when I was interrupted by this wonderfully delightful man, Paul, asking if he could help me. He had a huge smile on his face and as he leaned into me to make known that he was all ears and all about my needs, I let go of my anxiety and asked for a table for two.
521 Kitchen and Que is located in Atlanta off Roswell Road and is our pick for ordering your Holiday Meal this year, and dinner tonight!
Owned by local Atlanta couple, Drew and Roma Kirkland, this is by far one of the best BBQ’s we have been to. One thing that strikes us in particular about this restaurant is their commitment to locally sourced and fresh food. Also, they are vegetarian and gluten free friendly. Vegetarian? A BBQ restaurant is vegetarian friendly? Yes, believe it or not, as Roma told us, there are quite a lot of vegetarians that love to grab a bite at 521 Kitchen and Que.
As someone that works with my significant other, I loved the fact that the “521” in 521 Kitchen and Que is their anniversary date. Awe… Heart melts.
So, long story short; We sampled all the yummy goodies they have and for your holiday meals, do yourself a favor and let them cook it.
Must have picks:
Turkey – Moist and Delicious. All your guests will be impressed.
Kale Slaw – So delightful! It doesn’t have the bitterness you might expect from Kale. It is definitely worth getting
Baked Sweet Potato – Cooked perfectly, season with salt and pepper
Brisket – Melt in your mouth delicious!
Let’s just say that we loved everything we tried and we are certain you will too.
Go ahead and try them for lunch or dinner! While you are there, place your holiday order! Do it quickly!
Midtown-Atlanta’s scrumptious Melting Pot will have a delicious 4th of July menu available–and it’s 1/4 off! Skip the grill on your holiday, because there will be a meal for everyone to enjoy aside from burgers and hot dogs. Personally, I’d get all over that watermelon and feta salad. And the Buffalo chicken.
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