Around the corner from Chateau Ramezay, Le Club Chasse et Peche is the epitome of rustic charm. With dark walls and old brick columns, the restaurant had a man-cave vibe that contributed to the congenial and boisterous atmosphere. There was the pleasant undercurrent that shows up right before the holidays.
While the menu was fairly limited, every item sounded terrific so it took a while for us to make our final selections. We shared the piglet risotto which we were told it was a customer favorite. The dish was well-prepared and flavorful - just not to my taste.
As entrée, I had the duck breast, which was perfectly prepared and served at the right temperature with thinly-sliced root parsley, small onions, in a wonderful sauce. I also loved the two small crispy morsels of duck, in a confit preparation. I usually don't comment on this aspect of a meal but the presentation was lovely.
Dessert was also incredible. The chocolate tart had a shortbread crust and a flowing caramel interior. The 80% chocolate sorbet mellowed the sweetness of the tart.
Service was outstanding.