658738 Sun Oct 11 17:55:16 -0700 2009 18 2 Los Angeles Area 0 5095895 Hello, I took my friend to Church & State assuming there would be seared foie gras on the menu (you know, per the other French items on the menu like escargot, steak frites, etc.). Alas they only served foie gras terrine. Now this terrine was probably a wonderful dish, but for my friend's first foie experience I really had my heart set on her tasting seared foie gras. Does anyone know where this is a menu staple in LA? I looked at Animal's menu, which changes daily, and they had foie gras as an ingredient in a dish or two but a) it may not be offered daily, and b) it may not be seared. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks! Sun Oct 11 17:55:16 -0700 2009 83194 marlyd 1 5096079 Not to nitpick, but there's nothing un-French about the Church and State preparation. Sun Oct 11 19:54:36 -0700 2009 5095895 13554 cls 2 5096327 I understand what you're saying. I could have said what I was saying without suggesting that. The waiter said their terrine was amazing, it just wasn't what I wanted. Sun Oct 11 23:21:49 -0700 2009 5096079 83194 marlyd 1 5096204 hi. 2 places with great foie - 1. providence - and to make sure, call ahead and specifically ask if they'll have what you want. they go out of their way to accommodate you. 2. bistro lq. enjoy!! Sun Oct 11 21:12:59 -0700 2009 5095895 106840 jacknhedy 1 5096242 The seared foie gras at Bistro LQ is part of a trio of foie gras prepared three ways. When I had it the seared foie was paired with a sliver of dark chocolate and it was really, really good. My only complaint was that it was just a minor part of the trio. Another excellent option is the seared foie at Joe's Restaurant in Venice. It's part of a rather unusual combination of seared tuna, potato gallete and a red wine reduction. This is one of my favorite dishes in all of Los Angeles. Sun Oct 11 21:33:59 -0700 2009 5095895 1097752 Lambster 1 5096807 I think Animal always has at least one seared offering. The foie gras with biscuit and gravy is a seared preparation, as is the loco moco I believe. Mon Oct 12 08:23:57 -0700 2009 5095895 10132 sku 2 5096992 And it is un-freaking-believable, the maple biscuit & gravy. Worth every penny. Mon Oct 12 09:29:39 -0700 2009 5096807 90755 Phurstluv 3 5118220 just had the biscuit & gravy dish for the first time on friday nite - ah/ma/zing! rich, certainly, but w/ a light biscuit and a nice bit of heat in w/ the maple, wow! enjoy!!! Tue Oct 20 15:14:14 -0700 2009 5096992 18246 cinzia 1 5100064 although it's a japanese take...orris does a seared foie with japanese eggplant which, although sweet, is an excellent first introduction to foie gras...the sweet glaze helps cut through the richness but you can still taste the foie as well as the ooozy texture...shiro (the sister resaturant) does it with poached pear which is better but not always on the menu. Also anisette does a great one...but you not always on the menu Tue Oct 13 11:39:30 -0700 2009 5095895 262621 peppermonkey 1 5100332 Just last week I had a truly delightful seared foie at Chez Mimi in Brentwood. It was a special so call ahead and see if they have it. Tue Oct 13 12:59:15 -0700 2009 5095895 14405 TomSwift 1 5102956 Hey thanks for the tips everyone! Wed Oct 14 12:23:08 -0700 2009 5095895 83194 marlyd 1 5107151 Jiraffe/Giraffe/However the hec they spell it, the seared foie gras is the best Thu Oct 15 22:18:52 -0700 2009 5095895 1087220 badvlad 2 5120890 I agree, Jiraffe's with pistachio and mango is a thing of beauty. Call first though -- since the recession it hasn't always been available. Jiraffe falls off the radar sometimes on Chow. I wish that wasn't the case. The chef is always there and is on top of the dishes coming out. Wed Oct 21 15:20:20 -0700 2009 5107151 15114 epop 2 5120892 I love Orris but their foie gras is not the best. I've had it there a couple times and it hasn't always been cooked well. Also found a vein the last time. Wed Oct 21 15:21:41 -0700 2009 5107151 15114 epop 1 5111638 If you happen to be out in Pasadena, Maison Akira always has it. Sun Oct 18 00:20:47 -0700 2009 5095895 150968 andytseng 2 5120421 Also in Pasadena, we had a lovely Foie Gras at Derek's, but this was a couple of years ago. Give them a call to see if they still offer it. Wed Oct 21 12:31:50 -0700 2009 5111638 12400 WildSwede 1 5117552 Best seared foie I ever had was at Craft Los Angeles just last week. Absolutely delicious. Tue Oct 20 11:29:34 -0700 2009 5095895 242256 alaina9yaya 2 5118590 +1. Amazing! Tue Oct 20 18:11:13 -0700 2009 5117552 1117899 shelbo 2 5122544 I was just about to say that.... best i've had. Next would be Animal, next would actually be Frenchy's Bistro in Long Beach. Nice portion, perfectly cooked over Brioche and some jam.. Thu Oct 22 08:15:19 -0700 2009 5117552 39023 wilp