Airelles Château de Versailles menu overview at Le Grand Contrôle.
Nestled in the heart of Versailles, Le Grand Contrôle offers an exquisite dining experience with its Menu Signature 5 plats, masterfully crafted by the celebrated Chef Alain Ducasse. This five-course journey highlights the very essence of French gastronomy through an elegant selection of refined dishes, designed to delight food lovers and connoisseurs alike.
Starters
Begin your culinary adventure with an array of sophisticated starters that blend fresh, vibrant ingredients with luxurious touches. Options include zucchini and mussels refreshed with delicate caviar, a flavorful veal pie infused with aromatic basil, and blue lobster complemented by smoked eggplant and rich coraled juices. For a taste of classic French refinement, try the Poularde à l'Aurore served alongside braised Anna apples and crisp lettuce. Lighter choices feature a Fruit Fontainebleau with seasonal fruits and an invigorating grilled pineapple paired with coriander sorbet — a refreshing start to the royal feast.
Main Courses
The main courses present a sophisticated selection that captures the richness of regional French flavors. Savour the line-caught redfish à la meunière, elegantly paired with crisp green asparagus and a zesty hint of lemon. The stuffed quail offers a harmonious blend of spinach, sweet onion confit, and briny black olives — a dish that celebrates the bounty of French countryside ingredients. For cheese lovers, a curated selection of mature regional cheeses provides a perfect palate cleanser or a delightful conclusion to the savory courses.
Desserts
Indulge your sweet tooth with exquisite desserts that combine classic French techniques with a modern flair. The Madagascar vanilla dessert features fine crisp leaves and luscious chocolate crafted by their own Parisian Manufacture, offering a sublime harmony of textures and flavors. Alternatively, the grilled pineapple with coriander sorbet reappears here as a light and aromatic finale, perfect to refresh the senses.
Experience the pinnacle of French gastronomy
Dining at Le Grand Contrôle is more than just a meal — it is an immersion into the culinary heritage of France, paired with impeccable service in an atmosphere steeped in history and luxury. Whether you are here for a private palace visit or to celebrate a special occasion, the menu provides a regal feast that perfectly complements the majestic surroundings of the Château de Versailles.
- Starters Zucchini and mussels refreshed with caviar, veal pie with basil, blue lobster with smoked eggplant and coraled juices, Poularde à l'Aurore with braised Anna apples and lettuce, Fruit Fontainebleau with seasonal fruits, grilled pineapple with coriander sorbet.
- Main courses Line-caught redfish à la meunière with green asparagus and lemon, stuffed quail with spinach, onion confit, and black olives, mature cheeses from French regions.
- Desserts Madagascar vanilla with fine crisp leaves and Parisian chocolate, grilled pineapple with coriander sorbet.
