A short menu, a menu of the day renewed daily, and in the plate a lot of taste and refinement. Remarkable.
L'Essentiel is one of Dijon's top gourmet restaurants. Chef Richard Bernigaud and his wife delight diners with their home-cooking based on local, seasonal produce. We melt at the inventiveness of the cuisine, with gustatory nuggets such as braised beef chuck with potato emulsion and red wine jus. For dessert, the chocolate crunch of poached pear with ginger and lemon-ginger gel is a must. L'Essentiel offers a lunchtime menu, as well as takeaway dishes, so that everyone can enjoy this delicious cuisine.
Further information
Opening time and information on L'ESSENTIEL
Annual closures: two weeks in February and three weeks in August. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 12 noon to 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Reservations recommended. Menus from €48 to €88. Lunch menu: €30 (starter-main course or main course-dessert, €36 starter, main course and dessert). Wine by the glass. Terrace. Take-away sales. Gift vouchers. Bib Gourmand awarded by the Michelin guide in 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021.
Message from Management
L'Essentiel is a gourmet restaurant located in Dijon, 2 steps from Place Darcy. In a convivial setting , chef Richard Bernigaud offers gourmet, home-cooked cuisine, usingseasonal, fresh, quality and mainly local produce . That's whythe menu changes regularly, according to the products of his growers and his desires. You can enjoy traditional dishes revisited with inventiveness, finesse and mastery of cooking. The well-presented plates will delight your eyes and taste buds. This establishment also offers a takeaway service with several formulas and choices. Please note that orders must be placed 24 hours in advance. L'Essentiel also offers a personalized gift voucher that you can order online from their website. A gourmet address to discover!
Members' reviews on L'ESSENTIEL
Ne pas hésiter !! Tout était parfait :cuisine comme le service!
Thank you for your delightful feedback! We're thrilled to know you enjoyed our "delicious and creatively-presented food". Your patience during the wait between the main course and dessert is sincerely appreciated, and we apologize for any inconvenience caused.
Moreover, it was our pleasure to accommodate your dietary restrictions, particularly as a pregnant woman. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we genuinely look forward to serving you again with an even smoother experience. Thank you for choosing us and have a delicious year!!
They were friendly and professional despite my inability to speak French and English.