Restaurant: Amour
Location: 8715 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90048. (424) 431-6717
Date: July 16, 2025
Cuisine: French Bistro
Rating: Tasty
Amour in Hollywood is a cute French Bistro in a city with diminishing French options.
The courtyard is super gorgeous.
The menu at Amour features a sophisticated array of French-inspired dishes, with a strong emphasis on seafood and fresh produce. Diners can expect elegantly crafted hors d’oeuvres, hearty pasta dishes, and refined entrées, all showcasing rich flavors and high-quality ingredients.
Escargots gratinés. Broiled garlic-butter snails. Buttery and garlicky, of course. Tender with a gentle chew, and the gratin adds a golden, toasty edge.
Boeuf confit. Confit beef in red wine & sautéed vegetables. Really delicious, like a crispy beef stew. Tender inside with a crackly edge and a deep, wine-rich savor.
In the realm of comfort food, the French Fries stand as a timeless icon, their golden-hued exterior crisp and inviting against the backdrop of a deep, dark bowl. Each slender fry crackles as you pick it up, revealing a tender, fluffy interior that beckons with whispers of unadulterated potato essence. The aroma is a delightful medley of nutty undertones and sizzling oil, awakening the senses with each bite. As you indulge, the ephemeral crunch gives way to a savory warmth, accentuated by a delicate sprinkle of sea salt that dances on the palate, inviting you to savor the simplicity and elegance of this quintessential dish.
Fried Frog Legs. Served with garlic-herb aioli. They looked very fried but were extremely meaty and delicious. Crisp, golden exterior with tender, mild flesh; the aioli adds a bright, garlicky richness.
Beef Tartare was prepped tableside. Cool and silky, with clean, bright flavors that let the beef shine.
Tartare de boeuf. 8 oz appetizer beef tartare. Typically silky and cool, with a clean, bright beef flavor and a lightly seasoned, tender bite.
Tagliatelle au homard. Creamy lobster sauce and lobster. Rich and delicious. Silky pasta ribbons catch the sauce, with sweet, briny lobster threaded through each bite.
Pasta alla carbonara. Egg yolk, pecorino, guanciale, and black pepper. This was a great pasta. Nice bite and strong pepper/cheese flavor.
Moules marinières. Served with fries. Plump, tender mussels in a garlicky white-wine broth—briny and perfect for dunking the fries.
Magret de canard rôti. Roasted duck breast with a rum–orange sauce and carrot purée. Crisp, bronzed skin gives way to rosy, tender meat; the citrusy, boozy glaze lifts the richness, while the silky purée adds gentle sweetness.
The menu at Amour showcases an elegant selection of desserts, highlighting traditional French pastries and inventive combinations. Diners can indulge in classic treats such as Crème Brûlée and Profiteroles, alongside unique offerings like the Coupe Belle-Hélène, emphasizing fresh fruits and rich creams.
L’Amour. Chocolate mousse, a creamy vanilla heart, crispy hazelnut biscuit. Silky mousse contrasts with the crisp hazelnut bite and a soft vanilla center—refined yet comforting.
The 2014 Saint-Aubin En Remilly from Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey exemplifies the elegance of white Burgundy, with its bright acidity and layered notes of green apple, citrus, and flint. This wine is beautifully structured, making it a wonderful companion to grilled lobster or a delicate goat cheese salad, elevating both the dish and the wine.
La Pialade 2012, a Côtes du Rhône offering from the winemakers at Domaine de Saint-Just, showcases a vibrant blend of Grenache and Syrah. Its medium body and approachable tannins reveal flavors of ripe cherry, black pepper, and herbs de Provence, making it a versatile pairing for hearty dishes like lamb stew or barbecue ribs.
The 2016 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Cherbaudes from Louis Jadot is a quintessential Pinot Noir
The host brought us not only this lovely yellow Chartreuse, but some d’Yquem! Yellow Chartreuse’s mellow, honeyed herbal notes meet d’Yquem’s opulent apricot-and-marmalade richness for a silky, golden pairing.