39 Rue de Jean Menu
Welcome to 39 Rue de Jean, a charming haven nestled in Charleston, SC, that elegantly captures the essence of a traditional French brasserie. The moment you step inside, the warm lighting and inviting decor create a cozy yet refined atmosphere, ideal for a delightful dining experience.
Guests rave about the menu, highlighting a range of exquisite dishes that showcase Chef Letha's culinary expertise. Start with the Pork Belly or Fried Goat Cheese salad—both highly praised for their flavors. For the main course, the Short Rib is consistently regarded as savory and tender, while the duck brings a delightfully adventurous flair. Patrons have even described the steak as the best they've ever had, with a perfectly executed demi-glace enhancing its richness.
Exceptional service is a hallmark of 39 Rue de Jean, where attentive staff ensure your every need is met. This delightful blend of remarkable food and outstanding hospitality makes it a must-visit in Charleston.
Hors d'Oeuvres & Salads
Foie Gras Mousse
Mixed Berry Compote, Crostini
Steak Tartare*
House-cut Steak, Creamy Dijon, Quail Egg, Crostini
Escargots
Brandy, Garlic and Parsley Butter
Crispy Pork Belly
Sweet Potato Puree, Brussels Sprouts Slaw, Apple Cider Jus
Warm Cheese Fondue
Fried Parsley, Toast Points
Pistachio Breaded Quail Knots
Arugula Salad, Brandy Glaze
Assiette A'fromage
Rotating Selection of Artisan Cheeses, Fig Butter, Candied Pecans, House Pickles, Crostini
Mariniere
White Wine, Shallots, Parsley
Tomato-Bacon
Roasted Tomatoes, Bacon Lardons
Pistou
Garlic, Basil, Olive Oil
Red Curry
Mild Curry, Coconut Milk
Bacon Bleu
Bacon Lardons, Blue Cheese
Vegetable Cream
Cauliflower Cream, White Wine
Moules en Six Preparations
Les Entrees
Coq au Vin
Red Wine Braised Chicken, Braising Reduction, Pearl Onions, Bacon Lardons, Mushrooms
Grilled Salmon*
Rice Grits, Garlic Butter Snap Peas, Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Shrimp Provencal
Sauteed Shrimp, Penne Pasta, Tomatoes, Pernod Garlic Butter Sauce, Red Pepper Chili Flakes
Seared Scallops*
Dried Cranberries, Pearl Onions, Beech Mushrooms, Rosemary Butternut Squash Puree, Topped with Brown Butter Leeks and Bacon
Roasted Trout Amandine
Sunburst Farms Trout, Seared & Served Whole, Pommes Puree, Haricot Verts, Almond Brown Butter
Pan Seared Halibut
Pearl Couscous, Rainbow Swiss Chard, Tomatoes, Veloute Sauce
Local Catch*
Chef's Seasonal Preparation
Short Rib
Pommes Puree, Haricot Verts, Sauce Espagnole
Chicken Francaise
Jasmine Rice Pilaf, Garlic Butter Snap Peas, Carrots, Broccoli Rabe, Beurre Blanc
Seared Pork Tenderloin*
Pommes Puree, Fried Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Red Onion, Whole Grain Mustard Demi
Roasted Duck Breast*
Garlic Herb Rice, English Peas, Melba Cherry & Bacon Compote
Grilled Lamb Porterhouse*
Sweet Potato Mash, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Balsamic Maple Glaze
Grilled Blue Ridge Rabbit
Pommes Puree, Grilled Asparagus, Whole Grain Mustard Demi
Spinach & Garlic Ravioli
Blistered Tomatoes, Asparagus, Beech Mushrooms, Creamy Garlic Sauce
8 oz Filet*
12 oz NY Strip*
Steak & Frites
Brasserie Burger
Brasserie Burger*
10 oz Ground Burger. Served With Pommes Frites. Accompaniments:
Asparagus Bearnaise
Truffle Pommes Frites
Pommes Frites
Pommes Puree
Brussels Sprouts
Haricot Verts
Sweet Potato Mash
Bearnaise or Truffle Aioli
Au Poivre Sauce
Les Accompaniments
Cocktails
French 75
Twelve 33 JoJo Gin, Organic Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Brut Sparkling Wine
Cold Brew Martini
Vanilla Infused Vodka, Mr. Black Cold Brew Liqueur, Cold Brew Coffee
Mint to Bee
Ford's Gin, Cucumber, Mint, Honey, Organic Lime Juice
Not Spritzn Around
St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Hibiscus Tea, Lemon & Lime Simple Syrup, Brut Sparkling Wine
Artisinal Smash
Maker's Mark Bourbon, Seasonal Muddled Nectar, Organic Lemon Juice, Mint
Nellie, Joe and Natalie - N/A
Hibiscus Tea, Nellie and Joe's Key Lime Juice, Natalie's Organic Lemon Juice, Orange Simple Syrup