★★★★★
“Best meal we’ve had in years.”
Jude, Chicago IL
Opus Tasting Menu
Updated 11/14/2024
Course 1
Corn Soup, Guanciale, Popcorn, Chili Oil
Paired with Louis Nicaise Brut Rosé, Champagne, FR
Course 2
Parsnip Custard, Sea Urchin, Rice Puffs, Sake
Paired with 2023 La Clef du Recit, Sancerre, Loire Valley, FR
Course 3
Mushroom, Quail Egg, Brioche
Paired with 2021 Vinos del Viento “Ermita Santa Barbara”, Garnacha, Aragon, SP
Course 4
Prime Beef Spinalis, Beets, Golden Beet Horseradish Purée, Fingerling Potatoes, Bone Marrow Glaze
Paired with 2021 My Favorite Neighbor, Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, CA
Course 5
Praline Sponge, Apple Praline Crémeux, Lemon Meringues
Paired with 2021 Carmes de Rieussec, Sauternes, Bordeaux, FR
Course 1
Corn Soup, Guanciale, Popcorn, Chili Oil
Paired with Louis Nicaise Brut Reserve NV, Champagne, FR
Course 2
Parsnip Custard, Sea Urchin, Rice Puffs, Sake
Paired with 2023 La Clef du Recit, Sancerre, Loire Valley, FR
Course 3
Curried Autumn Squash, Butternut Squash Chips, Sage Ricotta Mousse, Saffron Broth
Paired with 2021 Sanford “La Rinconada Vineyard”, Chardonnay, Sta. Rita Hills, CA
Course 4
Foie Gras Stuffed Quail, Cauliflower, Dates, Allumettes
Paired with 2022 Stoller “Estate”, Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills, OR
Course 5
Mushroom, Quail Egg, Brioche
Paired with 2021 Vinos del Viento “Ermita Santa Barbara”, Garnacha, Aragon, SP
Course 6
Prime Beef Spinalis, Beets, Golden Beet Horseradish Purée, Fingerling Potatoes, Bone Marrow Glaze
Paired with 2021 My Favorite Neighbor, Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, CA
Course 7
Praline Sponge, Apple Praline Crémeux, Lemon Meringues
Paired with 2021 Carmes de Rieussec, Sauternes, Bordeaux, FR
Course 1
Thai-Style Crab Velouté
A vibrant soup blending crab, coconut and crispy carrot
Course 2
Caviar
Delicate pearls of luxury served with traditional accompaniments
Course 3
Citrus Lobster Mélange
Succulent lobster, bright grapefruit, creamy avocado and a delicate citrus vinaigrette
Course 4
Foraged Mushroom Medley
An artful blend of seasonal mushrooms highlighting earthy, rich flavors
Course 5
Duck Rillettes
Slow-cooked duck with pumpkin and tangy pickled cherry
Course 6
Venison Royale
Perfectly prepared venison paired with a bold, elder berry sauce
Course 7
Golden Beef Wellington
Classic beef tenderloin encased in puff pastry and mushroom duxelles
Course 8
Strawberry Rhubarb Serenade
A vibrant dessert of fresh strawberries, tangy rhubarb, and Meyer lemon
Course 9
New Year’s Chocolate Countdown
70% single-origin chocolate with Elliott pecan cake, crunch, and coconut foam
★★★★★
“Next level dining experience. Food, service, experience- completely unexpected and unparalleled in the lakes area.”
Tonya, Naples FL
★★★★★
“Very high quality and very well orchestrated.”
Sam, Chicago IL