The Allard Bakery and Bistro

Great food, atmosphere and service. It's a must visit for anyone looking for a step up in dining. It's pricey but worth it.

The Allard is a beautiful, modern space & such a unique option for the area. The dining space is open, bright & elegant. We sat at a table with chairs & a couch, which was comfortable. We had reservations & we were seated immediately. Once we ordered, our food was out quickly & our desserts soon followed. Our server Samuel was knowledgeable, attentive & personable. Everything we ordered was fantastic! There are plenty of dishes to choose from on the menu. We all ordered something different & cleaned every plate! It was such a light, flavorful meal. My friend loved the Salmon & the Steak Salad had a great review. I ate the J'adore Chicken Sandwich & I loved the flavor combo. I definitely recommend ordering desserts because they were phenomenal. The Crème Brûlée was everyone's favorite & the Pot De Crème was so tasty. I suggest making a reservation since the dining area is limited.

I had no idea that this existed until Thursday night, and we made a reservation for two nights later. What a wonderful surprise! The restaurant is tastefully decorated. It's pretty in an upscale but non fussy way.Our server quickly greeted us and was friendly and professional. We asked her to tell us a little about the restaurant and she was enthusiastic and informative. She mentioned a few items that were sold out, none of which we had planned to order. We started with the Brie and caramelized onion tartlet, which was a sort of flatbread. Delicious. We also had the garlic prawns, which are served on crostini in a garlic broth. Also a big hit. For our entrees, my husband and I shared the wagyu tomahawk steak and au gratin potatoes and our friend enjoyed the chicken with mushroom sauce over mashed potatoes and spinach. All delicious. For dessert we had the creme brûlée and French press coffee. (They have several good dessert options, which is something I find lacking in the area.) They are not yet serving alcohol, but anticipate being able to do so very soon. I look forward to return asap to try the lunch and breakfast menu. I am so thrilled that they are here and encourage anyone searching high and low for very good food and service to give them a try.

My family and I ate at Allard in late December 2024. I had the fillet mignon and shrimp gnocchi. Both were excellent!! Restaurant was beautifully and tastefully decorated for Christmas. Great service, too. I am looking forward to going back for lunch soon. I highly recommend this restaurant! So glad I don't have to drive to Hickory now to get great food like this.

We had heard about their grilled cheese of France, so we stopped in. The food was excellent! Between the three in our party we had the grilled cheese sandwich of France, the chef's burger, and the pork belly burger, and had reg and truffle fries on the side. We all shared and there was nothing but praise from three picky eaters! The atmosphere was calm and inviting, and our waitress, Megan, was informative, friendly, and attentive! Excellent experience all around!

French inspired steaks and dishes. You need to give it a try. No sign outside. It's hidden gem.