Pastis

Steak Frites

A bistro benchmark done right — properly rested hanger or strip steak with crispy, golden frites that hold their crunch through the meal

Croque Monsieur

A generously built ham and béchamel sandwich, broiled until the Gruyère bubbles and browns at the edges — deceptively simple, consistently excellent

Moules Marinières

Steamed mussels in a white wine and shallot broth that begs to be sopped up with the accompanying bread — a reliable crowd-pleaser

French Onion Soup

A deeply caramelized, rich broth topped with a thick crouton and melted Gruyère crust — textbook execution of a bistro staple

Eggs Benedict

A brunch staple executed with precision — properly poached eggs and a hollandaise that's rich without being cloying, a weekend anchor dish

Salade Niçoise

A composed, generous salad with quality tuna, haricots verts, and a sharp Dijon vinaigrette — one of the better lunch options on the menu

Crème Brûlée

A classic finish — silky custard with a properly torched sugar crust that cracks cleanly, nothing revolutionary but reliably satisfying

Pastis Cocktails

The bar program is polished and French-leaning — classic aperitifs and well-made cocktails that suit the brasserie setting, though prices reflect the neighborhood

Roast Chicken

A whole or half roasted chicken that can arrive inconsistently — sometimes beautifully crisp-skinned, other times underwhelming; not the kitchen's most reliable offering