The French Bulldog

Globochem · Post by **Globochem** » Thu Oct 20, 2011 6:28 am

Coming to Dundee in the former Subway location is a concept best described as La Buvette in Dundee. Amsterdam Falafel and Kabob owners Phil Anania and Anne Cavanaugh will team up with Boiler Room and Pitch alum Bryce Coulton who will produce house charcuterie. Rotisserie chicken will also be featured. Look for a spring opening.

derog · Post by **derog** » Thu Oct 20, 2011 7:05 pm

Globochem wrote:Coming to Dundee in the former Subway location is a concept best described as La Buvette in Dundee. Amsterdam Falafel and Kabob owners Phil Anania and Anne Cavanaugh will team up with Boiler Room and Pitch alum Bryce Coulton who will produce house charcuterie. Rotisserie chicken will also be featured. Look for a spring opening.

The Subway in Dundee closed?

Post by **Brad** » Thu Oct 20, 2011 7:19 pm

derog wrote:
Globochem wrote:Coming to Dundee in the former Subway location is a concept best described as La Buvette in Dundee. Amsterdam Falafel and Kabob owners Phil Anania and Anne Cavanaugh will team up with Boiler Room and Pitch alum Bryce Coulton who will produce house charcuterie. Rotisserie chicken will also be featured. Look for a spring opening.
The Subway in Dundee closed?

They moved to where Quiznos was on Saddle Creek.

Quiznos is looking for another spot in that area.

almighty_tuna · Post by **almighty_tuna** » Thu Oct 20, 2011 8:26 pm

Can't wait to check this out. Definitely a step up from Subway.

ThatGuy · Post by **ThatGuy** » Fri Oct 21, 2011 12:54 am

Brad wrote:Quiznos is looking for another spot in that area.

I highly doubt that. Quiznos is on the verge of collapse. They are near default on almost a billion dollars in loans and are down to somewhere around 3000 stores. 3 years ago they had over 5000 restaurants.

Post by **Brad** » Fri Oct 21, 2011 12:58 am

ThatGuy wrote:
Brad wrote:Quiznos is looking for another spot in that area.
I highly doubt that. Quiznos is on the verge of collapse. They are near default on almost a billion dollars in loans and are down to somewhere around 3000 stores. 3 years ago they had over 5000 restaurants.

Probably so, but what they told customers was "they were moving, but not sure where yet". It wouldn't surprise me if they closed, they closed all over town. The one on 72 and Pacific recently closed.

Globochem · Post by **Globochem** » Sat Oct 22, 2011 8:07 am

Ok, this is the saddest testament to Omaha dining I have seen in a LONG while. When discussing the opening of an intriguing, independent, and inventive restaurant concept, try to avoid diverting the subject to where some irrelevant, depressing sandwich franchise will slither to next. Who cares where either Quiznos or Subway goes. Far away, I hope. As for the development in Dundee, now that is something worth talking about.

Globochem · Post by **Globochem** » Sat Oct 22, 2011 8:07 am

Ok, this is the saddest testament to Omaha dining I have seen in a LONG while. When discussing the opening of an intriguing, independent, and inventive restaurant concept, try to avoid diverting the subject to where some irrelevant, depressing sandwich franchise will slither to next. Who cares where either Quiznos or Subway goes. Far away, I hope. As for the development in Dundee, now that is something worth talking about.

nebport5 · Post by **nebport5** » Sat Oct 22, 2011 2:52 pm

Globochem wrote:Ok, this is the saddest testament to Omaha dining I have seen in a LONG while. When discussing the opening of an intriguing, independent, and inventive restaurant concept, try to avoid diverting the subject to where some irrelevant, depressing sandwich franchise will slither to next. Who cares where either Quiznos or Subway goes. Far away, I hope. As for the development in Dundee, now that is something worth talking about.

Agreed. I'm very excited for the concept, can't wait for it to open. It will fill a niche and should complement the neighborhood well.

lisanstan · Post by **lisanstan** » Sat Oct 22, 2011 3:06 pm

I didn't realize Subway had closed either. I pretty much ignore its existence as I pass it on my way to the Dell. I had to look up charcuterie. I knew it had something to do with pork, but a google search turned up a picture that has me excited about this concept in Dundee. My entire reason for moving to Dundee was to have these types of places within walking distance.

KikiOmaha · Post by **KikiOmaha** » Mon Oct 24, 2011 5:14 pm

This is exciting. La Buvette is one of my favorite places to go (when I have lots of time on my hands...) The restaurateurs involved know what they are doing and should create a pretty nice place. I'm excited!

creightonotter · Post by **creightonotter** » Thu Feb 02, 2012 4:18 pm

Anyone have an update/expected opening date for the French Bulldog?

Globochem · Post by **Globochem** » Fri Feb 03, 2012 7:37 am

Look for a late March or April opening. Construction just began.

Deedoo · Post by **Deedoo** » Sat Feb 04, 2012 3:02 am

This place is going to be grand... Smoked Meats? Yes. Artisan Meats? Yes. Charcutier meats? Double yes. Coolest new chef in Omaha? Infinite YES.

Bryce · Post by **Bryce** » Tue Feb 21, 2012 9:31 pm

We are tentatively anticipating a mid-April open date. It will be food and drink based around the cured meats we'll produce on-site. We're excited about it and happy to see that others are, as well. To keep up with the progression of opening and such, take a look at both Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Fren ... 5546628702) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/#!/dundeebulldog).

And thanks, DeeDoo!

Bryce Coulton

StreetsOfOmaha · Post by **StreetsOfOmaha** » Wed Feb 22, 2012 3:01 am

This sounds like it will be a stupendous addition to Dundee's and the city's dining offerings.

byrdrules · Post by **byrdrules** » Wed Feb 22, 2012 6:25 am

They had me at cured meats.

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Wed Apr 04, 2012 12:19 am

What's going on with this place?

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Wed Apr 04, 2012 12:39 am

Linkin5 wrote:What's going on with this place?

Don't know what you are asking, but they posted a picture on their Facebook page 3 hours ago. On 3/16 they posted that they will open the latter part of April.

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Sat Apr 07, 2012 5:29 pm

Coyote wrote:
Linkin5 wrote:What's going on with this place?

Don't know what you are asking, but they posted a picture on their Facebook page 3 hours ago. On 3/16 they posted that they will open the latter part of April.

Thanks Coyote, I am just stupid and didn't see the Facebook link

Uffda · Post by **Uffda** » Tue Apr 10, 2012 11:34 am

Coyote wrote:
Linkin5 wrote:What's going on with this place?

Don't know what you are asking, but they posted a picture on their Facebook page 3 hours ago. On 3/16 they posted that they will open the latter part of April.

FAcebook page says at least mid-May now

Coyote · Post by **Coyote** » Mon May 21, 2012 10:14 pm

The French Bulldog wrote:The French Bulldog is now taking applications. Applications can be picked up/dropped off at Amsterdam Falafel & Kabob, just around the corner on 50th. We appreciate everyone's patience, as we move a bit closer to an opening date.

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Tue May 22, 2012 1:51 pm

I cannot wait to go to this place.

mgmlot93 · Post by **mgmlot93** » Fri Jun 01, 2012 1:56 pm

I cannot wait either. I have been looking forward to it for months and months - hopefully I haven't built up too high of expectations.

ThatGuy · Post by **ThatGuy** » Mon Jun 18, 2012 2:09 am

I took a peek in while I was at eCreamery today and it doesn't look remotely close to opening. Anybody know what the deal is other than what they have posted to Facebook?

ThatGuy · Post by **ThatGuy** » Sat Jun 23, 2012 2:16 pm

They are now shooting for a last week of July or first week of August opening. I think the Red Sky people are in charge of this place.

lisanstan · Post by **lisanstan** » Sat Jun 23, 2012 3:00 pm

Well, since I obviously won't be shopping here anytime soon, does anyone know where I can find Toulouse sausage in Omaha? I have a recipe that calls for it specifically and I have no idea what would be a suitable substitute.

Mr.Nuke · Post by **Mr.Nuke** » Sat Jun 23, 2012 5:18 pm

lisanstan wrote:Well, since I obviously won't be shopping here anytime soon, does anyone know where I can find Toulouse sausage in Omaha? I have a recipe that calls for it specifically and I have no idea what would be a suitable substitute.

This exquisite French sausage is usually made with pork, smoked bacon, wine, and garlic. It's a great sausage for a cassoulet. Cook it before serving. Substitutes: kielbasa (works well in a cassoulet) OR Italian sweet sausage
http://www.foodsubs.com/MeatcureSausage.html

If it is for a cassoulet, a good kielbasa will do. I've done that substitution before.

lisanstan · Post by **lisanstan** » Sun Jun 24, 2012 1:00 am

Thanks Mr.Nuke. The recipe came from serious eats. Its toulouse sausage with du puy lentils and shallots.

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Mon Jul 16, 2012 4:50 pm

So uhhh anyone have any updates?

Post by **Brad** » Mon Jul 16, 2012 4:55 pm

Linkin5 wrote:So uhhh anyone have any updates?

I think I saw something in the dining notes in the past few weeks.

mgmlot93 · Post by **mgmlot93** » Thu Aug 09, 2012 7:23 pm

I was excited about this place for the first six months after they announced that they were going to open but now it has been so long that I have lost all interest.

nebport5 · Post by **nebport5** » Fri Aug 31, 2012 2:31 am

getting closer...and signage is up.

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Fri Aug 31, 2012 4:39 am

nebport5 wrote:getting closer...and signage is up.

Thank god, I am so excited to try this place out.

Big E · Post by **Big E** » Fri Aug 31, 2012 1:21 pm

So 60-90 days?

Big E · Post by **Big E** » Tue Sep 04, 2012 1:54 am

Facebook page is claiming they could be open this week pending inspections.

iamjacobm · Post by **iamjacobm** » Fri Sep 07, 2012 4:51 pm

http://www.omaha.com/article/20120907/G ... rday-night

Owner Anne Cavanaugh, who runs the restaurant with Phil Anania and Bryce Coulton, said it will open for business Saturday at 5 p.m. There is a private party for friends and family in the space tonight.

Cavanaugh said the menu will include cured meats as "the main attraction," along with cheese, soup, a few salads and sandwiches and a couple of desserts.

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Sat Sep 08, 2012 6:49 pm

Going tommorow for lunch.

nativeomahan · Post by **nativeomahan** » Mon Sep 10, 2012 11:00 pm

iamjacobm wrote:http://www.omaha.com/article/20120907/G ... rday-night

Owner Anne Cavanaugh, who runs the restaurant with Phil Anania and Bryce Coulton, said it will open for business Saturday at 5 p.m. There is a private party for friends and family in the space tonight.

Cavanaugh said the menu will include cured meats as "the main attraction," along with cheese, soup, a few salads and sandwiches and a couple of desserts.

Oooh! They have some cheese. And soup! Plus "a few salads and sandwiches". It's all making me dizzy with excitement. How have we managed to survive in this city before now?

lisanstan · Post by **lisanstan** » Tue Sep 11, 2012 12:04 pm

Walked by last night and peered in the window. Im a bit disappointed. At first i thought it would be more like a deli. Now i see its just a very small restaurant. I thought they would at least have a counter where you could buy stuff to go but the counter is behind all the tables. Every table was full when we walked by after 7pm.