Laurien De Klerk
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Turbulent has a truly lovely ambiance — warm, inviting, and with a charmingly casual table setting that immediately makes you feel welcome. The space is well-designed and the atmosphere is lively without being too noisy. The menu is inventive and filled with creative, unexpected flavor combinations. We were intrigued by every dish we tried.
That said, there are a few areas where the experience could be improved. There was only one server handling the entire floor, which made the service feel rushed and impersonal at times. The portion sizes were quite small for a three-course meal — beautifully plated, but slightly underwhelming in quantity. The desserts were a letdown: the “riz au lait” was literally just rice with caramel and sesame seeds, and the cheese plate included three tiny pieces without any explanation of what we were eating.
The wine list is impressively extensive, but it lacks essential information — like the grape variety — which made it difficult to choose the right wine. Also, after our white wine, we were expected to use the same glass for red wine, and even our cutlery from the starter had to be reused for the main course. Small details, but they do impact the overall experience.
Despite these points, Turbulent shows great potential. The flavors are genuinely surprising and delicious, and the creativity in the kitchen is clear. With some fine-tuning of the service and guest experience, this place could really live up to its Bib Gourmand recognition. Worth a visit if you’re in Trouville and curious about modern, inventive French cuisine.