Sidsel Kronstrand
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I have visited many one-star Michelin restaurants, so my expectations were naturally high. Unfortunately, our dinner here was disappointing.
The service felt somewhat unorganized – for example, we sat without wine in our glasses when the chicken course arrived. I had asked about a wine pairing, but the “pairing” turned out to be two Champagnes and wines simply taken from the regular list by the glass. In Lyon, surrounded by some of the world’s greatest wine regions, I had expected something more thoughtful and unique.
As for the food: none of the six courses truly stood out in terms of flavor. The fish dishes were fine, but overall it felt more like bistro food than Michelin level. Several dishes were simply bland or uninteresting, while others were dominated by acidity that overpowered everything else. The tomato course and a couple of others were far too acidic, and many of the courses carried very similar taste profiles. Visually, the plates were also not very inspiring – and we all know that the eyes taste first.
The wines by the glass were simple and did not elevate the dishes, which themselves often lacked balance. There was no true sense of harmony between food, wine, and service, which is essential at this level. We even decided to leave before the second dessert. At €120 for a surprise menu, I expected both greater refinement and more memorable flavors.
The owner and the staff clearly noticed that we were not satisfied, but showed no interest in hearing our feedback. Some, including the sommelier, did not seem open to it at all. As a food and wine blogger who has tried many Michelin-starred restaurants, I must say this dinner did not deliver on the level of creativity, service, or harmony between food and wine that one would expect.