Michelin-starred Chef Brandon Sharp has announced plans to open Evangeline restaurant in Calistoga in early February.
The restaurant, at 1226 Washington St., has been home to a revolving door of restaurants, but was purchased last spring by Sharp’s employers at Solage Calistoga resort. In the interim, the historic brick building with a much-coveted patio space, underwent extensive renovation.
What we’re stoked about is the menu-concept: A casual French bistro with a Creole soul. Classic New Orlean’s dishes like Poulet Grand-Mere and Gumbo Ya Ya are slated, along with Sharp’s own Croque Marin which is a Croque Madame with Millionaire’s bacon (bacon cooked with brown sugar, black pepper and cayenne).
The 2,000 square-foot space will include eight taps for wine, five taps for beer from NorCal breweries and a cocktail program featuring NOLA-inspired drinks.
Expect to pay around $15-$27 for entrees, with lunch and dinner (11a.m. to 9p.m. daily) service.
Sharp, who is VP of Culinary Ops for Solage Hotels and Resorts will act as the restaurant’s Managing Partner.
More details at opening.
