L'Altitude

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L'Altitude Forest: A Vinyl-Fueled Bistro & Brunch Destination

The Kitchen and Culinary Direction

L’Altitude Forest delivers a refined bistro experience anchored by a rotating seasonal menu. Thomas Mamakis and Jérôme Ronsmans built the venue around a simple premise: let the music spin while the food takes center stage. The seasonal bistro kitchen falls to Chef Camille Jadoul, whose approach balances precise technique with playful flavor pairings. The venue earned a spot on the 2026 Le Fooding list precisely because the culinary program matches the sonic ambition upstairs.

Standout Seasonal Plates

Sharing small plates defines the evening service, where earthy ingredients meet bright accents. You will find shiitake mushrooms resting beneath a tangy miso cashew cream and house mushroom ketchup. The saffron risotto brings together lardo di Colonnata and toasted hazelnuts for a rich texture that holds its own against the wine list. Spicy diners often order the celeriac torch, which arrives lit with gochujang, ginger, and chili oil before settling into a creamy butternut base topped with crushed peanuts.

The Listening Room Atmosphere

Weekend mornings shift toward a relaxed brunch format featuring morning dhal and coconut kumquat French toast. The space itself operates as a dedicated audiophile lounge where Thomas’s five thousand record collection spans funk, hard bop, and Afro rhythms. Patrons settle into a room designed for focused listening rather than background noise. The careful acoustic setup ensures that both the vinyl playback and the kitchen dialogue remain clear throughout the night.