New at Troquet
“This may be the most comprehensive & welcoming introduction to wines in the city. Not only are conventional pairings suggested, but even the most knowledgeable or jaded oenophile will be enticed to try an unexpected pairing, & will be delighted.” - Jacqueline Church, The Leather District Gourmet
Latest Reviews
We are honored that The Voice of Downtown Boston has named us one of three amazing tasting menus.
We are proud that OpenTable diners have voted us to the Diner’s Choice List: Top Wine. You can read the complete list of the 100 top wine restaurants in America.
Menu
Chef Scott Hebert puts imagination & a healthy dose of French attitude into fresh & seasonal New England ingredients, handled with respect & experience.
“You are my suggestion for every special occasion, for every overtime pay check, & for every ‘sorry I killed your plants/cat/Ming dynasty vase while you were away.’” - Billie M., Yelp
Appetizers
Today’s Raw Bar Selection* with chef’s accompaniments - market price
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 2009 | Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs | California | $7.25 | $14.50 |
| 11 | MV | Veuve Clicquot Brut | France | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| 12 | MV | Ruinart Brut Rosé | France | $11.25 | $22.50 |
| 13 | MV | Krug Grande Cuveé Brut | France | $19.75 | $39.50 |
Two Reviews
“We started with... oysters as an appetizer. They were large, very fresh & delicious & came with three sides in adorable little containers.” - Iska B., Yelp
“The oysters sing to me in all their briny glory.” - Billie M., Yelp
Marinated Beet Salad with fine herbs, hazelnuts, & Boucheron goat cheese - $14
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 2011 | Blondeau Sauvignon Blanc | France | $3.75 | $7.50 |
| 15 | 2010 | Wilson Daniels Sauvignon Blanc | California | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 16 | 2011 | New: Mount Nelson Sauvignon Blanc | New Zealand | $5.75 | $11.50 |
Two Reviews
“The beet salad to start was the best I’ve ever had.” - Heather A., Yelp
“Beet salad is fresh & taste is heavenly.” - Tessa C., Yelp
Yellowtail Kampachi Tiraditos* with pickled radish, avocado, & aji amarillo - $21
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 2010 | Dr. Loosen Blue Slate Riesling Kabinett | Germany | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 23 | 2009 | Dr. Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Spätlese | Germany | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| 24 | 2010 | Dr. Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese | Germany | $9.75 | $19.50 |
Braised Spanish Octopus with chorizo, fork-crushed potatoes, & piquillo pepper sauce - $19
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 2010 | Dr. Loosen Blue Slate Riesling Kabinett | Germany | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 23 | 2009 | Dr. Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Spätlese | Germany | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| 24 | 2010 | Dr. Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese | Germany | $9.75 | $19.50 |
“Braised octopus had to be the best octopus dish I had in a very long time.” - Woochae C., Yelp
New Zealand Langoustines with green papaya, champagne mango, & tamarind glaze - $21
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 2010 | Dr. Loosen Blue Slate Riesling Kabinett | Germany | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 23 | 2009 | Dr. Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Spätlese | Germany | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| 24 | 2010 | Dr. Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese | Germany | $9.75 | $19.50 |
“These langoustines... are served with a mango salsa & local vegetables. I could eat a million of them. They’re so, so good.” - Chef Charles Draghi, Erbaluce
Parmesan-Crusted Asparagus with morel mushroom pain perdu, & Villa Mondori balsamic vinegar - $18
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 2010 | Dr. Loosen Blue Slate Riesling Kabinett | Germany | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 23 | 2009 | Dr. Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Spätlese | Germany | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| 24 | 2010 | Dr. Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese | Germany | $9.75 | $19.50 |
Spicy Cauliflower Soup with Maine lobster, couscous, & Vadouvan curry - $19
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 2008 | Baumard Savennières | France | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 26 | 2011 | Sparr One Muscat Riesling Pinot Gris | Alsace | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 27 | 2010 | New: Testamatta Cicala del Giglio | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
Duo of Hudson Valley Foie Gras with rhubarb, Asian pear, & Muscat grape gelée - $23
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 2009 | Royal Tokaji Mád Cuvée | Hungary | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| 29 | 2010 | Château Bel-Air Sauternes | France | $7.75 | $15.50 |
| 30 | 2003 | Château d’Yquem Sauternes | France | $34.50 | $69.00 |
| 31 | 2011 | Batasiolo Moscato d’Asti | Italy | $3.75 | $7.50 |
Two Reviews
“The foie gras was fantastic—it was served as a duo, seared lobe & a torchon.” - Angela A., Yelp
“We started by splitting the duo of foie gras, & it surpassed all previous preparations I’ve ever sampled. Simply exquisite.” - Matt M., Yelp
Duck Confit Salad with frisée, smoked bacon, soft duck egg, & truffle vinaigrette - $18
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 2011 | Domaine Brunet Pinot Noir | France | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 36 | 2011 | Belle Glos Pinot Noir | California | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 37 | 2011 | Ponzi Pinot Noir | Oregon | $7.75 | $15.50 |
“Duck confit was great. Contrast of textures between soft duck egg, bacon, fatty duck meat, & brioche was sinful.” - Woochae C., Yelp
Ricotta Cavatelli with wild mushrooms, parmesan, & black truffle - $18/$28
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38 | 2010 | Cantine Valpane Barbera del Monferrato | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 39 | 2010 | Toscolo Chianti | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 40 | 2009 | Citto Super Tuscan | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 41 | 2009 | Santa Anastasia Nero d'Avola | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
Two Reviews
“The thing all of our table kept going back to was the Ricotta Cavatelli. We told the waitress that it must have magic in it because it was so good.” - Mark W., Yelp
“For my main, I had the Cavatelli pasta with mushrooms & truffle. There was a good amount of mushrooms, & it was just the right amount of creaminess. The parmesan topping it was perfect. The pasta's texture was al dente, tasted fresh, & it absorbed the flavors of the light sauce well.” - Marilyn T., Yelp
Fonduta Tortelini with 12-hour short rib, aromatic vegetables, & parmesan broth - $18
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | 2010 | Artezin Zinfandel | California | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| 50 | 2008 | Pillar Box Reserve Shiraz | Australia | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 51 | 2010 | Volver Tempranillo | Spain | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 52 | 2010 | Tres Picos Grenache | Spain | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 53 | 2010 | Kermit Lynch Cotes du Rhone | France | $6.75 | $13.50 |
Menu
Entrées
Rice-Crusted Halibut with forbidden rice, beech mushrooms, red curry, & kaffir lime emulsion - $36
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 2011 | Laroche Petite Chablis | France | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| 18 | 2010 | Chevalière Chardonnay | France | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 19 | 2011 | Domaine Brunet Chardonnay | France | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 20 | 2011 | Perrusset Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay | France | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 21 | 2011 | Grand Cru Chardonnay | California | $7.25 | $14.50 |
“I ordered the halibut which was great. It was very lightly cooked but the fish tasted amazing.” - Jason A., Yelp
Seared Dayboat Sea Scallops with saffron gnocchi, poached lobster, & early Spring vegetables - $38
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 2011 | Laroche Petite Chablis | France | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| 18 | 2010 | Chevalière Chardonnay | France | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 19 | 2011 | Domaine Brunet Chardonnay | France | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 20 | 2011 | Perrusset Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay | France | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 21 | 2011 | Grand Cru Chardonnay | California | $7.25 | $14.50 |
Whole Roasted Dover Sole with English pea risotto, roasted asparagus, & Meyer lemon caper butter - market price
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 2008 | Baumard Savennières | France | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 26 | 2011 | Sparr One Muscat Riesling Pinot Gris | Alsace | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 27 | 2010 | New: Testamatta Cicala del Giglio | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
Roasted Giannone Chicken with ditali pasta, trumpet mushrooms, & salsify - $29
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 2011 | Domaine Brunet Pinot Noir | France | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 36 | 2011 | Belle Glos Pinot Noir | California | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 37 | 2011 | Ponzi Pinot Noir | Oregon | $7.75 | $15.50 |
Two Reviews
“I had all but given up on chicken breast as a dry, tasteless excuse for low-fat meat, until I had the chicken at Troquet.” - Dave J., Yelp
“My chicken was divine.” - Lynda M., Yelp
Roasted Jurgielewicz Duck with puy lentils, bok choy, & red velvet apricot glaze - $38
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 2011 | Domaine Brunet Pinot Noir | France | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 36 | 2011 | Belle Glos Pinot Noir | California | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 37 | 2011 | Ponzi Pinot Noir | Oregon | $7.75 | $15.50 |
| 38 | 2010 | Cantine Valpane Barbera del Monferrato | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
New: Porcini-Crusted Veal Sirloin* braised veal cheeks with asparagus, sweetbreads, & a porcini mushroom farrotto - $40
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 2003 | New: Château Simard Bordeaux | France | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 43 | 2008 | Gainey Merlot | California | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 44 | 2011 | Pascual Toso Malbec | Argentina | $6.75 | $13.50 |
Duo of Painted Hills Beef* with potato rosti, glazed baby carrots, & Bordelaise sauce - $40
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 2011 | Grand Cru Cabernet Sauvignon | California | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 46 | 2010 | Peter Lehman Cabernet Sauvignon | Australia | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 47 | 2010 | Hess Cabernet Sauvignon | California | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 48 | 2009 | Route Stock Cabernet Sauvignon | California | $9.75 | $19.50 |
“For my entrée I chose the steak which was superb. It was seasoned & cooked faultlessly. Very tasty!” - Kia S., Yelp
Assiette of Vermont Lamb with fresh chickpeas, smoked yogurt, eggplant, pickled peppers, & harissa - $38
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | 2010 | Artezin Zinfandel | California | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| 50 | 2008 | Pillar Box Reserve Shiraz | Australia | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 51 | 2010 | Volver Tempranillo | Spain | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 52 | 2010 | Tres Picos Grenache | Spain | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 53 | 2010 | Kermit Lynch Cotes du Rhone | France | $6.75 | $13.50 |
Roasted Suckling Pig with Anson Mills grits, smoked ham hock sauce, & pickled ramps - $39
Wine Inspiration
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | 2010 | Artezin Zinfandel | California | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| 50 | 2008 | Pillar Box Reserve Shiraz | Australia | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 51 | 2010 | Volver Tempranillo | Spain | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 52 | 2010 | Tres Picos Grenache | Spain | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 53 | 2010 | Kermit Lynch Cotes du Rhone | France | $6.75 | $13.50 |
Six Reviews
“A great sampling of different cuts, prepared with great technique. They have one of the best wine lists in the city, too.” - Chef Jason Bond, Bondir
“We both ordered the suckling pig, which is officially one of my all time favorite dishes in Boston. I can’t recommend the dish or the restaurant enough.” - Matt M., Yelp
“I also tried the pig & it was like no other pork I’d ever had. It melted in your mouth.” - Iska B., Yelp
“I ordered the suckling pig entrée which offered the same cut of pig served three ways. Beautiful. Brought a tear to my eyes how simple & delicious it was.” - Nahia K., Yelp
“Your suckling pig has me considering becoming a pork-aphile.” - Billie M., Yelp
“Suckling pig... is juicy & tender.” - Tessa C., Yelp
Menu
Dessert
“Do NOT miss dessert here.” - Karen C., Yelp
New: Gâteau Basque with rhubarb compote, crème fraîche ice cream, lemon sable crumble, & rhubarb syrup - $10.75
Lemon Meringue Tartlet with Amarena cherries, torched meringue, pistachio & sour cream lemon sorbet - $10.75
New: Mascarpone Cream Cannoli with tarragon strawberries, lemon streusel, & wild strawberry sorbet - $10.75
Valhrona Chocolate Soufflé with graham cracker ice cream, & hazelnut milk chocolate anglaise - $12.75
Lime-Ginger Parfait with fingersnap, cassis, lime gel, & lemon ginger sauce - $10.75
Caramèlia Mousse Bombe with hazelnut crumble, bittersweet chocolate sorbet, & passion fruit coulis - $12.75
“Got the hazelnut bombe for dessert that was also delicious. Chocolatey, but not in a heavy way.” - Susan C., Yelp
A Selection of Cheeses
Three cheeses $16
Six cheeses $26
Two Reviews
“At the end of my meal, when you roll that cart full of cheesy delights over, I know what true seduction feels like.” - Billie M., Yelp
“We had the three-cheese course. I cannot recommend this more. They give you a nice selection of cheese to choose from & then they give you nice BIG chunks to eat along with some apple slices, nuts, & this delicate bread. It was the perfect end to the meal.” - Iska B., Yelp
Also
Five or Seven Course Chef Tasting Menu Available
“The seven-course tasting menu is a decadent romp.” - Kevin Zarnoch* Foods marked with an asterisk are raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, fish, shellfish or poultry may increase your risk of food-borne illness. Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. Though sharing is always encouraged, there is a $4 surcharge for splitting appetizers & an $8 surcharge for splitting entrées.
Wines by the Glass
Troquet is nationally acclaimed for offering rare & hard-to-find wines at reasonable price points. We also offer an award-winning full selection of wines by the bottle. Call ahead if you are looking for that extra-special bottle.
White Wines by the Glass
All white wines by the glass are served at 45°.
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 2009 | Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs | California | $7.25 | $14.50 |
| 11 | MV | Veuve Clicquot Brut | France | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| 12 | MV | Ruinart Brut Rosé | France | $11.25 | $22.50 |
| 13 | MV | Krug Grande Cuveé Brut | France | $19.75 | $39.50 |
| 14 | 2011 | Blondeau Sauvignon Blanc | France | $3.75 | $7.50 |
| 15 | 2010 | Wilson Daniels Sauvignon Blanc | California | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 16 | 2011 | New: Mount Nelson Sauvignon Blanc | New Zealand | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 17 | 2011 | Laroche Petite Chablis | France | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| 18 | 2010 | Chevalière Chardonnay | France | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 19 | 2011 | Domaine Brunet Chardonnay | France | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 20 | 2011 | Perrusset Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay | France | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 21 | 2011 | Grand Cru Chardonnay | California | $7.25 | $14.50 |
| 22 | 2010 | Dr. Loosen Blue Slate Riesling Kabinett | Germany | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 23 | 2009 | Dr. Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Spätlese | Germany | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| 24 | 2010 | Dr. Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese | Germany | $9.75 | $19.50 |
| 25 | 2008 | Baumard Savennières | France | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 26 | 2011 | Sparr One Muscat Riesling Pinot Gris | Alsace | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 27 | 2010 | New: Testamatta Cicala del Giglio | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 28 | 2009 | Royal Tokaji Mád Cuvée | Hungary | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| 29 | 2010 | Château Bel-Air Sauternes | France | $7.75 | $15.50 |
| 30 | 2003 | Château d’Yquem Sauternes | France | $34.50 | $69.00 |
| 31 | 2011 | Batasiolo Moscato d’Asti | Italy | $3.75 | $7.50 |
Red Wines by the Glass
All red wines by the glass are served at 58°.
| # | Year | Wine | Origin | 2oz. | 4oz. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 2011 | Domaine Brunet Pinot Noir | France | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 36 | 2011 | Belle Glos Pinot Noir | California | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 37 | 2011 | Ponzi Pinot Noir | Oregon | $7.75 | $15.50 |
| 38 | 2010 | Cantine Valpane Barbera del Monferrato | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 39 | 2010 | Toscolo Chianti | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 40 | 2009 | Citto Super Tuscan | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 41 | 2009 | Santa Anastasia Nero d'Avola | Italy | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 42 | 2003 | New: Château Simard Bordeaux | France | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 43 | 2008 | Gainey Merlot | California | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 44 | 2011 | Pascual Toso Malbec | Argentina | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 45 | 2011 | Grand Cru Cabernet Sauvignon | California | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| 46 | 2010 | Peter Lehman Cabernet Sauvignon | Australia | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 47 | 2010 | Hess Cabernet Sauvignon | California | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 48 | 2009 | Route Stock Cabernet Sauvignon | California | $9.75 | $19.50 |
| 49 | 2010 | Artezin Zinfandel | California | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| 50 | 2008 | Pillar Box Reserve Shiraz | Australia | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 51 | 2010 | Volver Tempranillo | Spain | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 52 | 2010 | Tres Picos Grenache | Spain | $5.75 | $11.50 |
| 53 | 2010 | Kermit Lynch Cotes du Rhone | France | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| 54 | 2001 | Warre’s Port Late Bottled | Portugal | $7.75 | $15.50 |
| 55 | MV | Dow’s 10 year old Tawny | Portugal | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| 56 | 1985 | Warre’s Port | Portugal | $19.75 | $39.50 |
| 57 | 1927 | Alvear Pedro Ximénez | Spain | $11.75 | $23.50 |
Private Parties
We offer two different types of private parties at Troquet: Private Wine Adventures & Wedding Receptions.
Private Wine Adventures
Private parties for up to 50 people are available year round. Call 617-695-9463 to make a reservation.
Wedding Receptions
During the months of June, July, & August we offer weekend wedding receptions. For just $8,000, we include all the following for up to 50 people:
Cocktail Reception with passed hors d’oeuvres
Five different selections of hors d’oeuvres
Sit-Down Dinner
- Choice of appetizers
- Choice of entrées
- Dessert
- Petit fours with coffee & tea service
*We are able to accommodate dietary restrictions including vegetarians & allergies.
Wine & Cocktails
- Hand-selected wine, spirits, & beer
- Signature cocktails
Table Settings
- China
- Stemware
- Flatware
- Linens
- Votive candles
- Personalized menus
- Place cards
- Two floral arrangements
- All consultations
- Setup & breakdown
- Coat check
- Staffing
All food, beverages, tax & gratuities are included in the price.
Call us at 617-695-9463 to make your wedding reception dreams come true!
About
Boston’s most exciting & comprehensive wine list cannot be found at a steakhouse or hotel; it’s at Troquet, where cutting-edge cuisine & a killer view of the Boston Common act as accompaniments to an evening guaranteed to fulfill all your wine-connoisseur fantasies.
The comfortable, lively second floor dining room so encourages you to embrace the grape that the format of its seasonal menu features by-the-glass wine recommendations with each dish. Proprietor/General Manager Chris Campbell & his staff amiably discuss pairings for the informed & indecisive alike, & wines arrive at the table in their optimum, sparkling glassware.
After feasting on Executive Chef/Partner Scott Hebert’s suckling pig, New England seafood or farm-raised duckling, Troquet’s incredible & acclaimed cheese cart appears. But indulge judiciously, as Troquet’s menu of plated desserts follows, & you may find its multiple extravagant temptations an essential indulgence. The whole place spins smoothly while working hard to make your evening out a memorable kaleidoscope of food, drink, service, & ambiance. Reservations. Full bar. Valet parking. Dinner only served from 5:30 p.m. Tuesday thru Saturday.
“Life is sweet at Troquet, the French-styled restaurant & wine bar that overlooks the Common.” - Zagat Buzz
Proprietor/General Manager Chris Campbell
Chris was born into a culinary family who owned & operated a French restaurant called Elizabeth’s just outside of Detroit, Michigan. Inevitably, he began working there, as early as age 12. For the next eight years, he progressed from dishwasher to busboy, & from server to manager to line cook. As an adult, he took a job with a United States hospitality company, & was sent to France. In Burgundy from 1984-85, Chris immersed himself in the region’s language, culture, & wines.
His next move was to Cape Cod, Massachusetts, where he & his family opened a serious dining room whimsically named The Nauset Beach Club. Thanks to knowledge gleaned in France, Chris helped build its wine program into one of the best in the area. In 1993, Chris & wife Diane made the move to Boston, where they opened UVA on Commonwealth Avenue. For several years, it earned a reputation as a place to learn about wine, while paying affordable prices & enjoying gourmet food in a casual atmosphere. Seeking a more prominent location, Chris closed UVA & moved into a space in Boston’s Theatre District. Troquet opened its doors in 2001 & is nationally acclaimed for offering rare & hard-to-find wines at reasonable prices. With a low-key manner that belies his status as one of Boston’s premiere oenophiles for the past 20+ years, Chris consults on private wine collections in his spare time.
“Owner & sommelier Chris Campbell is not only passionate about wine, he’s one of the most knowledgeable oenophiles in the city.” - Boston Common Magazine
Executive Chef/Partner Scott Hebert
Growing up in central Connecticut, Scott knew at a very early age that he wanted to feel his hands on food, so he got a job at a butcher shop, & later a small French restaurant. The two experiences cemented his resolve, so he attended Newbury College for a culinary degree. Upon graduating, Scott worked at the highly respected Seasons at The Bostonian Hotel. Later, he moved to Manhattan to expand his horizons & worked side by side with some of the city’s biggest names, including David Burke & David Bouley. He became Executive Chef of Indigo, & later Chef de Cuisine at the acclaimed Veritas. In 2001, Scott & his wife Natalia moved to Boston to lead the Troquet kitchen team. Thanks to his unwavering dedication, his ability to cook with & for wine, & his dogged pursuit of excellence, he was named co-owner.
“Scott, who is the chef/co-owner, is there every night, which speaks to why the food is so consistently good.” - A.J. R., Yelp
Pastry Chef Sue Drabkin
Sue grew up around food & wine. Her parents were featured in Bon Appétit Magazine & her father was Bailli of The Chaîne des Rôtisseurs of the Connecticut chapter for 28 years. It was only natural that with her affinity for baking & desserts she attend The Culinary Institute of America. After graduation, she earned a job at The Edge Cafe in Providence, Rhode Island, leading to a pastry chef/garde manger role at Pietra Restaurant in Little Compton. Heading north to Cambridge, she became the pastry sous chef at the award-winning Harvest restaurant before moving to Washington, D.C., to become the executive pastry chef at Ris Restaurant. “I have a lifelong affection for art & antiques - I design my own jewelry, too,” she said. “My desserts embrace that creativity & passion, & are very personal to me.”
“New dessert selections are delicious.” - Christie S., Yelp
Contact
Hours
Tuesday–Saturday
5–10:30 p.m.