Menu du Refuge de Solaise Overview
Nestled in the heart of the French Alps at Val-d'Isère, Le Refuge de Solaise offers a culinary journey that beautifully marries traditional Savoyard flavors with a contemporary twist. This mountain retreat's menu is thoughtfully crafted using fresh, local seasonal ingredients, promising an authentic taste experience that captivates every palate.
Starters
Begin your meal with refined starters showcasing the region’s finest produce. The Salade d’endives, bleu de Savoie, noix presents crisp endives contrasted with the rich, tangy bleu de Savoie cheese and the earthy crunch of walnuts. For a comforting yet elegant option, try the Œuf poché, crème de panais, lard croustillant —a perfectly poached egg nestled on a silky parsnip cream, topped with crispy lard that adds a smoky depth.
Mains
Savor hearty main courses that celebrate alpine ingredients and robust flavors. The Truite grillée, potimarron au miel, châtaignes features delicately grilled trout accompanied by honey-glazed potimarron squash and chestnuts, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory. For meat lovers, the Entrecôte, os à moelle à la braise offers a succulent ribeye steak grilled to perfection, served alongside grilled bone marrow for an indulgent alpine treat.
Desserts
Complete your dining experience with desserts that capture alpine sweetness and comfort. The Tarte myrtilles, crème fouettée vanille is a luscious blueberry tart served with smooth vanilla whipped cream, showcasing the region’s wild berries. The Pain perdu, caramel au beurre salé, glace vanille is a decadent French toast drenched in salted butter caramel, paired with velvety vanilla ice cream for a perfect alpine finale.
Drinks and Specials
Le Refuge de Solaise is also renowned for its inviting drink selection, perfectly complementing the alpine dining experience. Guests can enjoy a variety of warming beverages including the classic hot red wine served on the sun-drenched terrace, ideal after a day on the slopes. While the menu primarily shines with its food offerings, the drink options are curated to enhance every meal and moment with cozy, mountain charm.
- Authentic alpine cuisine with local seasonal ingredients — rooted in Savoyard tradition but with modern flair.
- Starters featuring bleu de Savoie, endives, and parsnip cream that awaken the appetite.
- Hearty mains like grilled trout with honeyed squash and entrecôte with bone marrow - perfect for alpine appetites.
- Desserts inspired by mountain fruits and classic French sweets such as blueberry tart and salted caramel French toast.
