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L'Essentiel

L'Essentiel in Périgueux brings refined Modern Cuisine with a Michelin star, an interesting wine list, and outdoor seating for a memorable meal.

The story

L'Essentiel, Périgueux – Michelin 1 Star Modern Cuisine

L'Essentiel, on rue de la Clarté in Périgueux, holds a Michelin 1 Star for high quality cooking. The restaurant focuses on Modern Cuisine, offering a dining experience that is both refined and rooted in the region. An interesting wine list complements the menu, and the space includes air conditioning for comfort plus outdoor seating when the weather allows. It is a straightforward, well-executed address for those seeking Modern Cuisine in Périgueux.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
Michelin
1 Star
1 Star

Details

At a glance

Michelin 2026 — 1 Star
Cuisines Modern Cuisine
Services Air Conditioning, Interesting Wine List, Outdoor Seating

History

On the record

2026
Michelin — 1 Star

High quality cooking

Established

Location

Find us

8 rue de la Clarté, Périgueux, 24000, France
Périgueux, France
+33 5 53 35 15 15
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