menu du restaurant impressions
At the heart of La Rochelle, the Menu du Restaurant Impressions offers a sophisticated journey through the tastes of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, masterfully crafted by Chef David Etcheverry. Each dish highlights local, seasonal ingredients with a refined touch that invites food lovers and connoisseurs alike to savor exceptional flavors.
starters
Begin your meal with inventive appetizers that blend freshness and creativity. The Crème d’araignée de mer soufflée is a delicate sea spider crab cream enriched with apple, celery, and passion fruit, offering a vibrant balance of sweetness and subtle ocean notes. Alternatively, indulge in the Asperges blanches de Loire, featuring tender white asparagus bathed in smoked milk with lovage, sheep’s cheese shavings, and crispy seaweed for added texture and umami depth. For a more intense flavor experience, the Grosses langoustines rôties are roasted to perfection and paired with the warmth of brown rum and the zing of fresh ginger.
mains
The main courses at Impressions showcase the region’s pristine seafood and carefully selected meats. The Lieu jaune de ligne is an elegant dish featuring line-caught pollock combined with fresh fava beans, a rich rock soup, and tender cuttlefish — a true celebration of coastal flavors. The Sole cuite à la marjolaine brings delicate sole cooked with marjoram, accompanied by sweet peas and bouquet shrimp, creating a harmonious melody of textures and tastes. For those craving land-based indulgence, the Côte de veau fermier offers a farm-raised veal chop with Swiss chard, Parmesan, and fresh asparagus, while the Agneau de lait des Pyrénées pairs tender Pyrenean milk lamb with dates, almonds, olives, candied apple, and wild garlic, blending savory and sweet notes in a memorable combination.
desserts
Complete your dining experience with desserts that delight the senses and highlight seasonal ingredients. Savor the selection of Les fromages du moment, curated cheeses that reflect the region’s rich dairy tradition. For a refreshing finish, the Mangue mélisse combines ripe mango, lemon balm, iced rice, and a hint of Caïpirinha, offering a tropical and invigorating flavor. The Tarte cerfeuil tubéreux stands out with its unique blend of tuberous chervil, zesty yuzu, and smooth white chocolate, elegantly balancing citrus brightness and creamy sweetness.
drinks and specials
Impressions complements its menu with an excellent range of beverages including local wines, crafted cocktails, and coffee, expertly paired by their knowledgeable sommelier to elevate your meal. While the menu focuses on showcasing the finest local produce, seasonal specials often surprise guests with innovative twists and fresh inspirations, making every visit a unique gastronomic adventure.
- Starters Crème d’araignée de mer soufflée, pomme, céleri, passion; Asperges blanches de Loire, lait fumé livèche, copeaux de brebis, algues frites; Grosses langoustines rôties, rhum brun, gingembre.
- Mains Lieu jaune de ligne, fèves, soupe de roche, seiche; Sole cuite à la marjolaine, petits pois, crevettes bouquet; Côte de veau fermier, poirée, Parmesan, asperges; Agneau de lait des Pyrénées, dattes, amande olives, pomme confite, ail des ours.
- Desserts Les fromages du moment; Mangue mélisse, riz glacé, Caïpirinha; Tarte cerfeuil tubéreux, yuzu, chocolat blanc.
