Cuisine:

• French
• Bistro

Le Grand Pan Description:
In memory of Georges Brassens, the popular and poetic French singer, chef Christian Etchebest, who also operates Le Troquet in Paris, has opened Le Grand Pan. In this simply arranged bistro, lunch starts with two large, unadorned appetizers: the creamy lima bean soup with balsamic vinegar, toast and chorizo; or with young vegetables, soft-boiled egg and "ventrêche." Following are the saddle of lamb, with sautéed golden potatoes and juice of chorizo, or the pork cheek, braised with red wine. For dinner, after a house soup, you can choose among a large array of meats that represent many of France's agricultural regions. In addition to the courses offered on the set menu for two at €40, other main dishes include a superb pork chop (from the Ibaïona artisans of the Basque country), a juicy beef rib (from Blonde d'Aquitaine), a veal chop (from Mauléon), and a lobster (from Brittany---about 1.5 pounds for €40); all are served with home fries or salad. Some wines from the Southwest of France (Cahors, Madiran) are offered at moderate prices. Warm service. Lunch: appetizer €8, main course €13, dessert €7. For dinner, count on spending around €30 per person (not including the lobster).


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