Bistro 71 – French
This spirited neighborhood bistro invites guests into a warm, convivial atmosphere where the rich aroma of bacon-wrapped duck breast and bubbling crab dip fills the air. The kitchen masterfully balances rustic comfort with modern flair, serving up everything from the sweet, earthy notes of caramelized pumpkin salad to inventive prime ribeye eggrolls designed for lingering over shared plates and good conversation.
71 North Main Street, Chambersburg 17201 https://norlandbistro71.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: French
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, keto, low-carb, dairy-free, mediterranean, pescatarian, whole30, paleo, diabetic, low-fat, sugar-free, heart-healthy, plant-based, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, carnivore, zone, detox, aip, low-fodmap, tlc, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the outstanding food quality and exceptional freshness, highlighting the vibrant flavors that define every dish. Guests consistently praise the prompt, attentive service and the pleasant ambiance, which together create a highly recommended experience for those seeking a reliable meal. Celebrated for its commitment to high-quality ingredients and a welcoming atmosphere, this spot is frequently noted by reviewers as a destination they are eager to revisit.
Menu
Appetizers
- Caramelized Pumpkin Salad and Goat Cheese Bruschetta - $14: Caramelized pumpkin, goat cheese, toasted bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
- Cheeseboard - $20: Seasonal accompaniments Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Ahi Tuna - $14: Seared bok choy salad, ginger soy glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Beer Brat Mac N Cheese - $14: Beer brats, macaroni, cheese sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Crab Dip - $16: Crab, toasted ciabatta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bistro Shrimp - $12: Shrimp, sweet chili aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mussels - $14: White wine saffron cream sauce, grilled ciabatta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Bacon Wrapped Duck Breast - $16: Duck breast, bacon, honey jalapeño glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Prime Ribeye Eggrolls - $16: Prime ribeye, Russian dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Tomato Bisque - $8: Tomato cream soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Soup Du Jour - $8: Soup of the day Dietary tags: Volumetrics
- French Onion with Beef Tenderloin - $10: Onion soup, beef tenderloin Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Volumetrics
Salads
- Seasonal House Salad - $15: Spinach, feta, spiced apples, toasted pumpkin seeds, fall vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Grilled Bistro BLEU - $15: Grilled romaine, grapes, warm bacon, bleu cheese crumbles, bleu cheese dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins
- Grilled Bistro PARM - $15: Grilled romaine, grapes, warm bacon, shaved parmesan cheese, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Lunch Selections
- Parmesan Encrusted Toasted Cheese - $14: Aged provolone, goat cheese, tomato bisque, fresh cut fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Baja Shrimp Wrap - $14: Avocado, jalapeño, lettuce, tomato, onion, sriracha aioli, fresh cut fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Catfish Po’Boy - $16: Lettuce, tomato, pickles, remoulade, long roll, fresh cut fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crab Cake Melt - $16: Provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, remoulade, potato roll, fresh cut fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Buffalo Chicken Wrap - $14: Hand breaded chicken, house-made hot sauce, bleu cheese coleslaw, fresh cut fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Italian Melt - $16: Ham, salami, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, oregano aioli, long roll, fresh cut fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Smash Burger - $16: Two smashed patties, melted brie, bacon jam aioli, fresh cut fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Blackened Shrimp Bowl - $14: Creole risotto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bangers & Mash - $15: Beer brats, mashed potatoes, French onion gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Entrées
- Oven Baked Halibut - $38: Toasted sage and pumpkin broth, parmesan risotto, charred carrots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes - $40: Remoulade, parmesan risotto, charred carrots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pan Seared Salmon - $38: Pesto, tomato risotto, charred carrots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
- Pan Seared Scallops - $38: Sweet lemon marmalade, caramelized fennel and leek risotto, charred carrots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- House-Made Cheese Stuffed Farfalle Pasta - $38: Sausage red sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bone-in Pork Chop - $38: Stewed apples, mashed potatoes, broccolini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Chef’s Beef Cut - $48: Bourbon pecan butter, mashed potatoes, broccolini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free
- Prime Rib Special (Fri & Sat) - $48: Horseradish crème fraiche, au jus, mashed potatoes, broccolini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Add-ons
- Add Chicken to Salad - $8: Grilled chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Zone, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Add Grilled Shrimp to Salad - $10: Grilled shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Zone, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Add Salmon to Salad - $12: Grilled salmon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Add Crab Cake to Entrée - $15: Jumbo lump crab cake Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Substitute House or Caesar Salad - $4: Side salad substitution for fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Desserts
- Crème Brûlée du jour - $10: Custard with caramelized sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Belgian Waffle a la mode - $10: Waffle with ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cheesecake du jour - $10: Daily cheesecake selection Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Freshly Baked Cookie du Jour - $10: Daily cookie with house-made vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Bistro 71
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Bistro 71.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Bistro 71 stands out among French restaurants for its exceptional food quality, fresh ingredients, and highly recommended, attentive service.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Bistro 71 is a French restaurant with a moderate ($$) price level.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Bistro 71 is unique for its inventive French-inspired dishes like prime ribeye eggrolls and bacon-wrapped duck breast served in a convivial atmosphere.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Bistro 71 accommodates mixed dietary needs with options for keto, gluten-free, vegan, paleo, and over thirty other specialized diet categories.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Reviewers highly recommend this French bistro for its pleasant ambiance, attentive service, and high-quality dishes like bacon-wrapped duck breast.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Reviewers consistently praise the pleasant, welcoming ambiance and convivial atmosphere, making it a highly recommended spot for lingering over conversation.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include bacon-wrapped duck breast, crab dip, caramelized pumpkin salad, prime ribeye eggrolls, and beer brat mac n cheese.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Menu options include bacon-wrapped duck breast (low-carb, gluten-free), grilled bistro PARM (low-carb, gluten-free), and chicken salad additions (keto, low-carb, gluten-free).
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The restaurant's hours of operation are not provided in the available data, though its website is listed as norlandbistro71.com.