L'Essentiel, French restaurant in Périgueux, France
L'Essentiel is a French restaurant in Périgueux that transforms seasonal ingredients into refined dishes with careful plating. The dining space holds about 30 guests and features minimalist decoration with elegant table settings that keep attention on the food.
The restaurant was established to continue French culinary traditions in Périgueux, a city with deep gastronomic roots since medieval times. The city itself has ancient Roman origins and has maintained its reputation for fine food across the centuries.
The kitchen blends local products from the Périgord region with modern cooking methods, reinventing regional specialties through a contemporary lens. Ingredients sourced from southwestern French producers directly shape what appears on the daily menu.
The restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday, with lunch from 12:00 to 13:15 and dinner from 19:15 to 21:00. Credit cards are accepted and it's worth booking ahead since only about 30 seats are available.
The wine list contains about 200 selections carefully chosen to match the kitchen's modern dishes. This broad range makes it possible to find a fitting pairing for each course.
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