Le Fou Frog

"Where are we going for our anniversary dinner?" "I don't know, how 'bout that new steak place?" "That's a chain, we have plenty of great steak places local to KC." "OK, how 'bout the new Brazilian meat extravaganza?" "So you can be a carnivore and drink to much?" "Point taken...". This is exactly the dilemma that finds us going to Le Fou Frog, www.lefoufrog.com, time and time again. Usually a first choice and constantly our fallback, easy choice for a great date night, special event dinner, Le Fou makes us feel at home each and every time. Reminiscent of a divey, Parisian bistro, it's constantly changing menu has a few staples (always a beef, chicken, fish, seafood, pasta, etc.) but even those staples get dressed and redressed on a regular basis. Unlike places with a seasonal and/or rotating menu, Le Fou Frog ALWAYS has something we want on the chalkboard. A Lillett Blonde for Michael and a lovely white for Susan starts every meal (except that one time about a week before baby came along). Seared foi gras, mussels, sweet breads, endive salad, onion soup and charcuterie are always in the mix to start and all are executed simply and perfectly each and every time. Entrees are usually something beefy, porky or offally for me (this is also where a rye or bourbon cocktail of some sort is added) and something chickeny, porky or pasta(y) for Susan. It's always different, always something new, and always, ALWAYS delicious. Finish up that excellent meal with a simple and/or decadent dessert with coffee and that special evening can either wind down or proceed into the wee (or WHEEE!!!) hours as the mood strikes. Le Fou Frog also has a killer happy hour and hosts several events every year. Well worth looking into for any occasion.