Bidlabu Bistro was in the middle of downtown hidden down a back alley.  It’s a fairly small place packed with small wooden tables.  When weather permits there is patio dining.  They offer only a tasting menu with meat or vegetarian and optional wine pairings.  There are 2 seatings and you are told when you make your reservation that you just have the table for 2 hours.  Bathrooms are downstairs and women are marked with cats and men with dogs – Frankie approved.  The kitchen is run by André Rickert and Patrick Löhl.  Service was friendly and the tasting did not lag.  Portion control was also good.  They have received one Michelin Star. Continue reading →