Experience the culinary delights of Restaurant L'Épicurien in Grenoble, France, where traditional and innovative French cuisine come alive with fresh market ingredients.
Nestled in the heart of Grenoble at 1 Place aux Herbes, Restaurant L'Épicurien offers a refined dining experience that harmoniously blends classic flavors with inventive twists. Their menu showcases a variety of expertly crafted dishes that promise to delight every palate.
Starters
Begin your meal with an elegant selection of starters that perfectly balance local ingredients and creative presentation.
- Velouté d’asperges, espuma aux morilles – A silky asparagus velouté topped with a delicate morel mushroom espuma for an earthy, creamy start.
- Cromesquis de Saint Marcellin au lard paysan et noix sur lit de salade – Crispy fritters of sumptuous local Saint Marcellin cheese with country bacon and walnuts, served on a fresh mesclun salad.
- Terrine de lapin et son cœur de foie gras, sauce gribiche – A rich rabbit terrine encasing a foie gras center, paired with a tangy gribiche sauce for a refined flavor contrast.
- Entremet de cœur de bœuf aux asperges, buffala et son pesto verde – A sophisticated mousse of beef heart tomato with fresh asparagus, creamy buffalo cheese, and fragrant pesto verde.
- Brioche d’escargots aux morilles gratinée au Beaufort – A luxurious snail brioche enriched with morels and gratinated with the exquisite Beaufort cheese.
- Duo de maki poireaux-courgettes, sauce chimichuri (végétarien) – A vibrant vegetarian duo of leek and zucchini maki complemented by zesty chimichurri sauce.
Mains
For the main course, indulge in expertly prepared dishes that celebrate French culinary artistry and seasonal freshness.
- Assiette Epicurienne – A chef’s curated tasting plate showcasing a selection of exquisite flavors and seasonal ingredients.
- Poisson du jour, risotto au parmesan affiné – Fresh fish of the day served alongside a sumptuous Parmesan cheese risotto.
- Noix de Saint Jacques croustillantes sur risotto de riz vénéré, crème d’oursin – Crispy scallops served on a black venere rice risotto, accented with a luxurious sea urchin cream.
- Millefeuilles de saumon fumé, crème d’avocat au parfum de yuzu – Layers of smoked salmon paired with a delicate avocado cream infused with refreshing yuzu citrus.
- Escalope de foie gras poêlé aux asperges, jus à la framboise et son toast brioché – Pan-seared foie gras escalope served with tender asparagus, raspberry jus, and a toasted brioche.
- Carré d’agneau en croûte de parmesan, légumes printaniers – Parmesan-crusted rack of lamb accompanied by fresh spring vegetables, a true seasonal delight.
- Magret de canard au cassis, pommes de terre sarladaises – Succulent duck breast served with a rich blackcurrant sauce and traditional Sarlat-style potatoes.
Desserts
Conclude your dining experience with a selection of refined desserts that celebrate subtle sweetness and elegant textures.
While the specific dessert offerings vary seasonally, guests can expect a thoughtful presentation of classic and inventive sweets that complement the rich flavors of the meal.
Drinks and Specials
The restaurant offers an impressive selection of regional wines expertly recommended by attentive staff, emphasizing the local terroir. Guests can also enjoy fine beers and classic cocktails crafted to pair perfectly with the menu.
Special dishes frequently highlight market-fresh local produce and chef’s inspired seasonal creations, ensuring an exciting and ever-evolving gastronomic journey.
Discover the perfect blend of tradition and innovation at Restaurant L'Épicurien, where every dish is a celebration of French culinary artistry and fresh, local ingredients.
