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Just a short walk from the famous Planches, L'Essentiel occupies a quiet spot on rue Mirabeau in Deauville. The restaurant, led by chefs Mi-Ra and Charles Thuillant, earned a Michelin star for its high-quality cooking. The cuisine is modern, precise, and rooted in the seasons.
The team offers several tasting formulas. The lunch menu at €46 covers entrée, plat, and dessert. For a deeper experience, the “Menu découverte” (€96) delivers six courses, while the “Menu inspiration” (€125) stretches to nine services and requires 48 hours’ notice. Each menu showcases the chefs’ ability to balance flavour and texture.
A standout detail is the cheese course: Pont-l’évêque fermier from local producer Martin, served either plain or truffled by the kitchen. The wine list, available on the website, complements the modern cuisine.
The restaurant provides air conditioning, outdoor seating, and wheelchair access. It also offers meal kits and takeaway, making it possible to enjoy the chefs’ work at home. Private parties can be arranged.
For those seeking a refined yet unpretentious meal on the Normandy coast, L'Essentiel delivers a clear, confident vision of modern cuisine.
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