DB Bistro Moderne: Truly a Modern Affair

I got invited to a brunch at DB Bistro Moderne (55 West 44th St., between 5th and 6th Ave), and let me say was I impressed from the second I walked in. The decor, delicious aromas, and great service was something that they definitely excelled in. We were sat in the back area, where we had our own corner, which was nice because we were out of the way. Their brunch cocktails were delicious! 

The menu had so many interested choices on it for brunch. I almost considered ordering the burger that they are famous for, but couldn't resist all the other choices. The menu was very french inspired, which I really liked! The menu was modern French combined with American flavors.

To start, I ordered the lobster salad. This salad was packed with chunks of lobster on it, and had a very light dressing. I was impressed by the amount of lobster that this salad included, since most of the time I am very disappointed by the amount of lobster I receive in many lobster dishes. I probably could have eaten this salad as my main entree if I wanted to feel content, because the meat was definitely enough, but of course I had this only as a starter :) I loved the that it included hears of palm and also a very light pesto dressing. It was so refreshing!

Lobster Salad - Mesclun, Hearts of Palm, Green Beans, Pesto Dressing 

For my meal, I ordered the Crispy Duck Confit. It included wild mushrooms, crispy onions, and sweet and sour duck jus. It was definitely a very moist cut of duck. Also, the portion was a great size. The crispy shell added a nice touch of flavor to the already delicious duck! Also, let me say, the mushrooms, were sooooo good! The crispy shell and onions acted as a great surface to soak up the sauce :)

Crispy Duck Confit - Crushed Sunchoke, Wild Mushrooms 

Sweet & Sour Duck Jus

One of my dining buddies ordered the Croque Moderne. This included duck confit on a sandwich with goat cheese and figs. It definitely looked delicious and was a very interested twist for a sandwich.

Croque Moderne - Duck Confit, Goat's Cheese, Figs

One of my other dining partners ordered the Braised Berkshire pork belly. This included coco bean ragout, swiss chard, sun dried tomato, and a rosemary infused sauce. The dish was very tiny, but was very jam packed with flavor and moistness. I definitely welcomed a taste :) I actually had never had pork in this way before, since I am used to pulled pork. I loved it!

Braised Berkshire Pork Belly -

Coco Bean Ragoût, Swiss Chard

Sundried Tomato, Rosemary Infused Sauce

For dessert, we went wild and ordered 3 desserts to share. The chocolate brownie with ice cream was a little disappointing I will admit, because the brownie was barely there. It was the thinnest brownie I have ever seem, and it was more cakey than brownie-like. But the ice cream that is came with was very good. I could have used some chocolate sauce though :(.

Chocolate Brownie with Ice Cream 

The profiteroles were amazing. They were much better than I was expecting since I tend to not like these. They were actually the best profiteroles I have ever had! They were light, creamy, and very flavorful :)

Profiteroles

The madeleines were my favorite part of the dessert! They were warm, moist, dense, and had a delicious lemon and powdered sugar flavor. Ugh, I could have eaten the whole basket!!! What a delicious treat!

Warm Madeleines

I highly suggest this place! It is a great pre-theater spot since its isn't far from Times Square. We actually went to a Matinee after, so it was a perfect spot to dine beforehand. Otherwise, this place is a great spot for drinks, a date, brunch, or to try their famous burger, which I need to return for!