A culinary journey at Le Jardin de France in Baden-Baden.
Nestled in the elegant surroundings of Baden-Baden, Le Jardin de France offers an exceptional French dining experience characterized by creative tasting menus and an impressive selection of Black Forest wines. This refined restaurant invites you to indulge in a menu crafted with precision and passion, highlighting fresh, local ingredients and classic French techniques.
Starters to awaken your palate
Begin your gastronomic adventure with an exquisite range of starters. From the rich and silky Entenleber accompanied by house-made pâtés, to the delicate Dorade Royale served with refreshing mint, ratatouille, pesto, and paprika coulis. The Tartar vom Irish Beef stands out with its blend of tender Irish beef filet, foie gras, quail egg, parmesan, chanterelles, and summer truffle, offering a luxurious start.
Seafood lovers will appreciate the Bretonischer Hummer und Taschenkrebs, a sophisticated combination of lobster, crab, melon, fennel, watermelon gazpacho, and basil. For lighter fare, the Tomatengaspacho with tomatoes, croutons, pesto, and olive tapenade, or the Spargelcremesuppe with fresh asparagus and cream provide refreshing options. The creamy Kokos-Birnen-Curry soup with coconut, pear, curry, spinach, and ginger brings a unique aromatic twist, while the house-style Fischsuppe with fish, vegetables, croutons, and rouille offers comforting depth. A crisp Radieschensalat, featuring radishes, zucchini, cucumbers, and horseradish dressing, rounds out the starter selection.
Mains showcasing refined flavors
For the main course, Le Jardin de France presents a variety of elegant dishes that celebrate both land and sea. The Zander aus der Loire features pike-perch fillet with pea purée, chanterelles, glazed carrots, and summer truffle for a sublime balance of earthy and fresh notes. The Dorade Royale, paired with escargots, langoustine, tomato concassée, and a flavorful pastis bouillon, offers a rich taste of the sea.
Daily catch enthusiasts can enjoy the Tagesfisch, a chef’s special recommendation that promises fresh seasonal flavors. The Atlantik Steinbutt is a standout with its turbot fillet served alongside green asparagus, candied ginger, aged balsamic, and olive oil. The luxurious Hummer 'Moon' combines lobster with wok vegetables and a delicate Thai bouillon, delivering an exotic flair.
Meat lovers can savor the Wachtel, featuring quail breast and leg duxelles with mushrooms, mustard sauce, and glazed carrots. The Lammkarree offers lamb rack enhanced with olive tapenade, mashed potatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, artichokes, and a light jus. The Iberico Schwein presents an Iberico cutlet paired with asparagus, peas, Bellota ham, and bordelaise sauce. For a local game experience, the Baden Badener Reh highlights venison medallions with pepper, chickpea panisse, cherries, hazelnuts, wild sauce, and spiced chocolate.
Desserts to delight the senses
Conclude your meal with a tempting array of desserts that celebrate both classic French patisserie and seasonal freshness. Choose from a selection of fine French cheeses including B. Antony and Vieux-Ferrette for a sophisticated finish. The Crème Brûlée captures the essence of vanilla and fresh cheese with a red fruit coulis, while the homemade ice cream and sorbet selection offers a refreshing contrast.
For something fruity, the Sauerkirsch-Sorbet with cherry brandy, Rote Früchte der Saison featuring red fruits with verbena and bitter orange granité, or Baba au Framboises with raspberries and lemon basil sorbet provide vibrant flavors. Chocolate lovers will appreciate the warm Schokoladenkuchen with strawberries, muscovado sugar, balsamic, olive oil, and mascarpone ice cream. The delicate Soufflé infused with elderflower, melon, and pepper creates a light yet memorable finale. Additionally, the Erdbeeren, Himbeeren dessert combines crispy elements with raspberries, strawberries, red currant jelly, and a Monkey Gin-Tonic sorbet, while the Kirschen pairs cherries with olive biscuit, vintage sabayon, and mascarpone ice cream.
Beverages and specials
Le Jardin de France complements its menu with an impressive wine list featuring renowned Black Forest wines, perfect to accompany each course. The welcoming atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating options enhances the dining experience, ideal for food enthusiasts and travelers seeking authentic French cuisine in Baden-Baden.
- Starters Entenleber, Dorade Royale, Tartar vom Irish Beef, Bretonischer Hummer und Taschenkrebs, Tomatengaspacho, Spargelcremesuppe, Cremesuppe von Kokos-Birnen und Curry, Fischsuppe nach Art des Hauses, Radieschensalat.
- Mains Zander aus der Loire, Dorade Royale mit Weinbergschnecken und Langoustine, Tagesfisch, Atlantik Steinbutt, Hummer 'Moon', Wachtel, Lammkarree, Iberico Schwein, Baden Badener Reh.
- Desserts Käseauswahl aus Frankreich, Crème Brûlée, Hausgemachte Eis- und Sorbetsorten, Sauerkirsch-Sorbet mit Kirschwasser, Lauwarmer Schokoladenkuchen, Soufflé, Baba au Framboises, Rote Früchte der Saison, Erdbeeren und Himbeeren, Kirschen.
