The partner in a planned comeback of one of Des Moines’ best-known French restaurants has pulled out of the project and cut ties with its chef who is facing criminal charges.

Chef David Baruthio said he has ended his collaboration with chef Enosh Kelley and will no longer reopen Bistro Montage with him at 2701 Ingersoll Ave. The two had announced in October that they would revive Bistro Montage with a new restaurant using the old name in 2026.

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