Welcome to Artisan Bistro, nestled in the heart of Saanich, where lunchtime is a delicious affair. Come and enjoy our new All Day Menu that starts at 11:30 am until close. Our All-Day Menu, carefully curated by our executive chef, offers a diverse selection to cater to various tastes, ensuring a satisfying lunch experience for all.

At Artisan Bistro, we take pride in our commitment to providing options that suit different dietary preferences. Our menu features a blend of European-inspired dishes with a creative twist alongside timeless favorites like burgers, salads, and pastas. It’s a mix of culinary innovation and comforting classics. We offer many dishes that are gluten-free friendly.

Whether you’re in the mood for a nourishing salad, a hearty burger, or a comforting plate of pasta, seafood or steak, our menu reflects a dedication to quality ingredients and culinary excellence. Artisan Bistro is more than just a dining spot; it’s a place to gather and create memories.

Elevate your dining experience by selecting the perfect accompaniment from our exquisite collection of local BC and international wines. Each bottle has been meticulously chosen by our dedicated sommelier, ensuring a harmonious blend that complements and enhances the flavors of your meal, adding an extra layer of sophistication to your visit.

Appetizers

Black Garlic Pommes Frites Fries, black garlic butter, fresh pecorino, chives, garlic aioli
10
Bourbon Glaze Pork Belly Polenta, collard greens, crispy bourbon glazed pork belly
16
West Coast Manila Clam 1 lb manilla clams, grilled baguette. Your choice of sauce: garlic and white wine or pomodoro
26
Crab and Seafood Cakes Crab, prawns, salmon, lobster, fried & served with lemon caper aioli
18
Soup Du Jour House made soup of the day served with grilled baguette. Please ask your server
Cup 9 / Bowl 14

Burgers & Handhelds

All our burgers are served in a locally baked brioche bun and are topped with fresh arugula, heirloom tomatoes, red onions and pickles. All handhelds are served with fries or green salad.
Bistro Burger Bacon, gouda, caramelized onions, bacon
24
Broadmead Burger 2 beef patties, bacon, gouda, crispy fried onion, sunny side egg
30
Habanero Chicken BurgerButtermilk fried chicken breast, coleslaw, crispy fried onions, habanero sauce
21
Artisan Chicken ClubCiabatta, grilled chicken breast, bacon, swiss, heirloom tomato, garlic aioli
20

Add Ons

Burger Patty
6
Bacon
4
Cheese
3
Wild Mushrooms
3
Sub Black Garlic Fries
3
Sub Caesar Salad
3

Pastas

Aglio Con Molluschi Linguini, garlic, chillies, olive oil, fresh manilla clams
22
Pomodoro Linguini, pomodoro, cherry tomatoes, basil, pecorino
18
Autentiche Alfredo Tagliatelle, Alfrredo, butter, pecorino
20

Salads

Artisan Caesar Split romaine hearts, garlic anchovy dressing, croutons, pork belly, shaved pecorino
Starter 12 / Full Size 19
Bistro Iceberg Baby iceberg, gorgonzola dressing, sun dried tomatoes, pork belly, croutons fresh herbs
Full Size 17
Broadmead Salad Baby iceberg, artisan greens, apple, dried cranberries, spiced almonds, goat cheese, pulled duck confit, rhubarb vinaigrette
*Starter served with no duck
Starter 14 / Full 24

Casual Entrees

Halibut Fish & Chips Locally caught halibut, beer batter, fries, coleslaw, tartar
1 Piece 24 / 2 Piece 32
Buttermilk Fried Chicken 2 Berryman farms chicken breasts, coleslaw, pickles, fries, habanero sauce
24
Steak & Frites 6oz prime rib cap, grilled ciabatta, garlic aioli, arugula, heirloom tomatoes, fries
30
Falafel Platter 4 house made falafels, naan, tomato, cucumber, red onions, artisan greens, olives, pickled vegetables, tzatziki
21

Chef Creations

Red Wine & Cola Braised Short Rib Braised & slow cooked beef chuck short rib, stewed root vegetables, garlic & herb pommes puree, red wine cola demi glaze
38
Potato Crusted Halibut 6 oz locally caught halibut, seared and cooked with black garlic butter, white wine pecorino risotto, asparagus
39
BC Sockeye Salmon 6 oz locally caught sockeye salmon, market vegetables, herbs, fingerling potatoes, spring vegetable consommé
35
Duck Confit Crispy duck leg confit, wild rice, kale, carrots, leeks, riced cauliflower
39

Steaks

Prime Beef Ribeye 8oz AAA or higher ribeye, garlic & herb pommes puree, seasonal vegetable
45
Filet Mignon 6 oz AAA or higher filet, garlic & herb pommes puree, seasonal vegetable
45
Filet & Tail 6 oz AAA or higher filet, 6 oz lobster tail, garlic & herb pommes puree, seasonal vegetable
68

Add Ons

3 Jumbo Prawns
14
1 Crab Cake
8
6 oz Atlantic Lobster Tail
25
Peppercorn Brandy Sauce
4
Oscar (Crab & Lobster)
20

Desserts

Sticky Toffee Pudding Toffee sponge cake, espresso toffee sauce, bourbon chantilly or vanilla gelato
15
Seasonal Cheesecake Crumble No bake cheesecake, brown butter graham crumble, seasonal fruit compote, salted caramel sauce
13