Dine Parisian style at Trocadero
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Krysta Legeros
klegeros@uwm.edu
March 9, 2008
Seated in a red wicker chair at a small wooden table, sipping a glass of wine, eating a stuffed crepe dripping with brie, and relaxing among the chatter that fills the room. This may seem like an afternoon in Paris, but it is the experience of the restaurant called Trocadero right here in Milwaukee.
Inspired by the streets of Paris, with its warm colors, historic architecture and inspiring food, the Trocadero captures it all. On the outskirts of downtown Milwaukee, this Persian treasure might be easily passed by on the way to a more flashy part of Water Street, but it is well worth the stop.
The brutal winter may be pounding outside, but while seated in the warm, heated floor patio filled with luscious plants, the snow and ice disappear. The patio even has a tin roof, brick walls and small lights strung across the ceiling bringing the perfect amount of outside in. Each table is adorned with a small candle and a flower putting everyone at ease instantly.
When the weather does finally start to ease-up, hopefully in the near future, Trocadero boasts an outdoor patio, which has helped them win the Best Outdoor Seating Award multiple times.
The inside of the restaurant is just as inviting, with a large bar in the middle of the room and small booths and tables scattered throughout creates true intimacy. Each table seems hidden and tucked away in its own cozy space. Pictures of Parisian advertisements and cityscapes bring the overall effect to its peak.
While some may come for the European atmosphere, most will come back for the food. With a new bistro style menu, the variety and quality of the food does Paris justice. You will not find an average, small crepe here, instead a huge one filled with a variety of vegetables and cheeses, such as red bell peppers, French brie and portabella mushrooms, hangs over each side of the plate.
Even a chicken sandwich becomes a delicacy when it includes belletoile brie, olive oil, fresh tomatoes and basil. Trocadero is also famous for their Cheeseboard, which has a choice of 11 different cheeses served with baguette, crackers, apples and grapes.
The wide variety of wines and beers also may make your head spin. All the major Milwaukee and Wisconsin beers are present, along with ones from Germany, France and Belgium. The wine list extends just as far. Voted serving the “Best Bloody Marys” in Milwaukee, Trocadero has four different ways of making them from around the world.
And don’t forget the dessert. From chocolate mousse, to crème burlee, to the nono crepe, which is filled with Nutella and chocolate mousse and topped with white chocolate and hazelnuts, finding room for a little bit more is easy.
If you have always wanted to travel to Paris, but just can’t seem to get there anytime soon, Trocadero will give you a great taste of the magical city. The intimate atmosphere instantly whisks you away from the cold winter and places you on the back streets of an enchanting city known for its great food. A steaming crepe, some tasty cheese you can’t pronounce, and a glass of wine is all you need for a relaxing night with friends or a significant other. Is it Paris or Trocadero? Who can tell?
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