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Discover the exquisite culinary journey awaiting you at l'Astrolabe, nestled in the heart of La Rochelle. The Menu 2025 is a masterful fusion of global flavors and fresh, locally sourced ingredients, designed to delight foodies and gastronomic adventurers alike. Every dish is thoughtfully crafted to offer a refined and innovative dining experience.
Starters
Mohinga de Merlan de ligne is an elegant start featuring fresh line-caught whiting infused with spirulina, coriander, and a fragrant fish broth enriched with garlic, fennel, lemongrass, and ginger. This delicacy is layered with soft wheat noodles, dried bonito, and a confit egg yolk, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.
Saint-Jacques bretonnes fusion showcases Breton scallops paired with shallots, hazelnuts, and the exotic sweetness of soursop and vanilla. Accented by lime, lemongrass, and ginger, with subtle notes of parsnip and Jerusalem artichoke, this dish is finished with butter and delicate chips for a luxurious first bite.
Mains
Lechon a la parilla is a sumptuous choice for meat lovers. This farm-raised suckling pig is marinated and perfectly grilled, complemented by roasted tenderloin and spicy blood sausage gel. Crispy pork skin chips, chimichurri, and butternut squash add layers of flavor and texture, while empanada tartlets provide a delightful accompaniment.
Merlan de bœuf écossais brings a sophisticated taste of Scottish beef whiting, grilled on the plancha and enhanced with aromatic herbs and a spicy tiger’s tear sauce. The dish is accented with shallot compote, crispy shallot opalines, puffed rice, and a peanut-infused rice base, creating an adventurous and refined main course.
Ramen offers a vibrant bowl of comfort with caramelized king oyster mushrooms, ajitama egg, and a rich mushroom broth infused with hoisin, mirin, miso, galangal, ginger, and yuzu kosho. Fresh vegetables like carrots, cabbage, beetroot, celery, radish, and leeks bring freshness and crunch to this warming dish.
Desserts
Baba imbibé au sirop de vanille et de fleur d’oranger is a luscious sponge soaked in vanilla and orange blossom syrup, adorned with sweet oranges, pistachio cream, toasted pistachios, and delicate pistachio opalines. A hint of orange blossom liqueur rounds off this enchanting dessert.
Cabosse de chocolat noir Oqo 73% de cacao is a chocolate lover’s dream featuring 73% dark Oqo cacao. This dessert combines a light mousse, intense crémeux, and luscious gelée of Oabika with chocolate gel and crunchy cocoa nib ice cream, delivering deep, luxurious cocoa notes.
Drinks and Specials
At l'Astrolabe, the beverage program complements the innovative cuisine perfectly, with a curated selection of wines showcasing the best of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, alongside crafted cocktails and refreshing beer options. Special tasting menus offer expertly paired wines that enhance every course, making each dining experience truly memorable.
- Seasonal tasting menus with wine pairings that highlight regional terroirs
- Craft cocktails inspired by fresh and local ingredients
- Locally sourced wines featuring varietals from the Charente-Maritime region
