Declan M.
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We visited with friends this week for lunch. It was, as the French say, "a beautiful discovery." The dining room is very tastefully appointed with lots of natural lighting. All the servers were friendly, welcoming -- and very competent.
But the real star of the show was Chef Jean-Francois. The quality of his ingredients was superior -- fresh, local, and bursting with flavour. We especially enjoyed his novel take on the boeuf tatar (with radishes and a salty green I suspect was seaweed) and the foie gras which came in a generous slice but mixed with pieces of duck confit.
The plats were equally delightful. The Pièce de Boucher was outstanding -- perfectly cooked and locally sourced while the veal with polenta was both an unusual and flavourful standout.
I should add that Chef Jean-Francois is a real artist in another way. I have seldom -- even in France -- seen dishes as beautifully presented as here. They were all a delight to the eye as well as the taste.
The price/value relationship here was, in our opinion, excellent.
We hope to return here -- often -- and we strongly recommend L'O à la Bouche to all lovers of fine dining. Chef Jean-Francois has already earned the designation of "restaurant gourmand" in Michelin; but it surely won't be long until he receives his first star.