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Here is a bit of France right in Brisbane's back garden.
Thierry and Cindy Clerc's Le Relais Bressan will more than satisfy your Francophilian leanings. Hailing from the Bresse region of Eastern France which is well known for its free range chickens, Chef, Thierry and Chef, Cindy have been in Australia for nigh on twenty years - at Le Bressan in Brisbane for 13 years and now at Flaxton for nearly seven years.
The focus of the Clerc team's cooking is classic French country cooking. Classic French cuisine produced from the best ingredients generously presented without too much nouvelle nonsense. Expect the soup of the day to be tasty and filling. "Foam" is not an option. Quite often, if Thierry changes the menu to perhaps introduce something more "trendy", the loyal customers complain...they want their favourite classic re-instated.
The ambiance is "Bresse" through and through from the giant statue of a chicken in the front yard to the myriad of ceramic plates and bric a brac on the walls inside.
In an annex to the main dining room named Le Garage de Bressan, you will find an extensive collection of automobiles : mainly French but there is a prominent red Ferrari. If you visit the restaurant at the weekend for lunch, you would do well to book well in advance as it’s a popular stop for car enthusiasts on car club outings. Don’t be surprised to find the car park full of classic French marques.
As there is no web site, I'll give the full rundown on menu selections -
Carte:Entrée: Seven choices ranging from Soupe du Jour $9.80 to Assiette du Chef $17.60 which is a selection of the entrees which include classic French dishes like Snails in Garlic Butter, Pate, home made Smoked Salmon, Goats Cheese Tart
Mains (all $29.90) – seven choices covering the major meat varieties – beef, lamb, pork,venison, chicken, duck and fish. Vegetarians are catered for. A selection of steamed market fresh vegetables is included in the price of all mains.
Desserts: six choices including Cheese Platter, Fruit Tart, Profiteroles, Crepe Suzette and Crème Brulee. (average price $10.50). For $16.50, big eaters can receive a tasting plate of chefs selections… tres bon!
Typically French, a three course set 'menu' ($29.50) is available except on Friday and Saturday night.
Wine:Mine host Thierry, has always had the policy of making his wine list so affordable that there is no need to bring your own wine. Mark-ups are the lowest you will see anywhere.
Wine list: Sparkling : Chandon NV Yarra Valley $29 ; Peloris NV by Cloudy Bay (New Zealand) $39 ; Villaret Cremant de Loire brut (France) $35.
Champagne: Veuve Clicquot yellow Label NV Reims France $88 – half bottle $49.5 ; Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial NV Epernay France $80; Billiecart Salmon Brut NV Reims France $89 & ‘Special of the Month’ $72.
White wines: a choice of twenty by bottle ranging in price from $19 for a Bents Road Marsanne (Ballandean , Queensland) to $39 for Domaine Laroche Chablis (France). Most varieties are available sourced from Australian , New Zealand and French vineyards.
Red Wine: Choice of twenty by bottle ranging from $19 for a Bottle Tree Cab Merlot from Western Plains NSW to $38 for a French red from Chateau de Bouissel.
There is a choice of three dessert wines $22 to $36.
Wines are available by the glass – ask for the list.
Aperitifs and liqueurs are ($6) and ports at $4 are so affordable that you will be drinking coffee for ever.
Domestic beer is $4.00 : imported $5.80.
Service is impeccable with every-smiling Thierry at front of house with well trained, knowledgeable staff. Open for lunch and dinner - closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Closed during the month of September. Bookings are recommended.
Favorite Dish: We have dined often at this establishment and at the previous Brisbane establishment and we have several favourites including Beef Bourgogne , Duck Confit, Goats Cheese Tart, Smoked Salmon. The Salmon is smoked on the premises and is available as a take away (very popular at Christmas).
On our most recent visit, we drank the Villaret Loire Valley sparkling and found that it had a bit more fruit character than most French sparklings.
Madam opted for the entrée of Smoked Salmon and he the Chefs Selection of the range of entrees.
For mains, she had the Beef Steak and he the Duck (washed down with a glass of New Zealand Pinot). We both enjoyed them immensely. We abstained from dessert as usual.
All in all - a top evening. As the French Michelin Green Guide Books say, “Worth making a detour to visit”.
Updated Nov 19, 2011
Address: 344 Flaxton Drive, flaxton Qld 4560
Phone: (07) 5445 7157
You've heard the old adage, "location, location, location!!!"
This establishment has THE location in Montville, perched, as the name suggests, on the edge of the escarpment at 1500 ft above sea level with un-interrupted views to the Pacific Ocean. From the outdoor eating area under shade umbrellas or pergola you can see the salient features of the coast and hinterland. Mount Ninderry , Coolum Mountain even the offshore Mudjimba Island,are visible on a good day.
We have breakfasted here several times. The Edge is open daily from 9am but is closed at night so caters for daylight meals and snacks. It's a short walk from the Montville Mountain Inn across the road.
Breakfast menu includes: Bircher Muesli ($12); Seasonal Tropical Fruit ($12.50); Bacon & Eggs ($17.50); Smoked Salmon & Eggs ($18.50); Eggs Benedict ($20.50); "Big" Breakfast ($22.50) ; Pancakes with a variety of accompaniments ($17.00). Drinkers of Coffee, Tea, Milkshakes, Juice, Mineral water are well catered for.
There is a big selection of cakes, tarts and biscuits to go with the hot drinks.
Angle parking on the street.
Wheelchair access & toilet for people with a disability
Favorite Dish: We always opt for the very healthy fruit juice, Bircher Muesli & coffee. We usually walk away wanting for nothing more than a last long look at the view.
By the way check out the long table made from a single slab of wood - 'tis a fine piece.
Updated Nov 19, 2011
Address: Montville-Mapleton Rd
Phone: (07) 5442 9344
Website: http://www.mayfieldonmontville.com.au/restaurant.php
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This place is one of very many restaurants in Montville. I always end up here as its good value for money, a wide variety of choice, and the Indian selection they have available is really good.
Its also 1/2 way down the main street
Favorite Dish: The Toasted Sandwiches, along with the Indian dishes
Written Jun 8, 2007
Address: 176 Main St
Phone: (07) 5442 9488
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This is a cafe with a great reputation situated in a very nice position with inside tables and alfresco dining shaded by beautiful trees. We were unable to secure a table and had to eat elsewhere, but Poets Cafe certainly will be first choice when we return.
Updated Feb 26, 2007
Address: Main Street, Montville, Queensland.
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A real trendy, friendly place at the far end of town...
Like a country pub, but with a real flair about it.
Favorite Dish: Guiness Pie...yum delicious...Meat cooked in guiness followed by a beer chaser!!!
You can also choose your meat and cook your own barbeque...(then you cant blame the cook)
Written Sep 21, 2005
Address: Far end of the main street Montville
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We had breakfast here and it was absolutely delicious!!!
Freshly squeezed orange juice was available...and fresh it was!!!
The coffee was to die for, a good coffee is hard to find and we found it here.
The big breakfast was huge and really yummy...
You were made to feel very welcome and there was a really homely feel about the place.
Favorite Dish: Breakfast was so so delicious...As fresh as can be, the meal was served piping hot..
The toast was not soggy and the tomatoes were fresh and sweet..
Normally when one has bacon and eggs, the greasy feeling becomes apparent soon afterwards...not here...really well cooked..
If in the area...dont forget to drop by for breakfast!!
Written Sep 21, 2005
Address: Located near the town square in the main street
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Walking through the town after lunch we passed this cafe located off the road surrounded by trees and thought what a nice place it would be to relax for 30 minutes and enjoy a coffee.
Written Feb 26, 2007
Address: Main Street, Montville, Queensland.
Written Jul 20, 2005
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The surroundings are laaid back... very much a pub atmosphere. There is a godo selection of meals.
Favorite Dish: We have no favourite as the meals vary in both price and content
Written Jul 17, 2005
Address: Mapleton
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