Phone: +33240204620
Address: 7 rue Saint Denis, 44000, Nantes, France
City: Nantes
Menu Dishes: 14
Reviews: 2136
Website: http://www.bistrot-lalchimiste.com/
"l'Alchimiste refers to itself as a Bistrot, conjuring visions of moules with pomme frites and steak tartare. You will have none of this here. Instead, you will enjoy a cerebral, delicately wrought meal of the highest quality and finesse. Recently we were impressed at an early dinner for three on a Friday evening. l'Alchimiste is nicely situated near the Nantes cathedral, with a comfortable, reasonably spacious and quiet dining room. We were warmly welcomed by our server, who was attentive throughout the dinner, anticipating all of our requests. The menu at l'Alchimiste changes often, and is typically limited to a choice of three entrees (appetizers), two meat and two fish plats (main courses), and choice of either a cheese plate or three different desserts. The food is delicately wrought, perfectly prepared, and beautifully presented. Two of our party started with a pumpkin soup topped with a hazelnut mousse, and the other had shrimp nems with a pomegranate sauce. These entrees were excellent. For the plat, one of us had monk fish with grilled apples, another sea bass with potatoes and mango, and our third plat was a filet of beef with a mushroom pastry. All three were beautifully presented, and accompanied by delicate and rich sauces. We left nothing on any of our plates. Servings were generous, and there was no room for cheese. For desserts we had a complex nougat ice cream with a caramel sauce, creme brulee with red pepper, and a fig macaroon with glacee. The wine list at l'Alchimiste is well chosen and well priced, with many selections under 30 euros. We had a superb and locally produced 2009 Pierre Luneau-Papin Excelsoir muscadet, priced at 29 euros. They say that restaurants are tested when key staff are absent. On the night of our visit the chef de cuisine was absent and had surrendered his stoves to his female sous chef. Nonetheless we had a memorable meal of which a fine restaurant would be proud. Prices are more than fair for food of this quality, with 20-23 euro plats. We spend considerable time not too far from Nantes, and after our recent experience, it will not be long before we return. If you find yourself in Nantes, you will surely have an exhilarating dining experience at l'Alchimiste."
Full menu - 14 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Dessert
Creme Brulee
A creamy custard topped with a layer of hard caramelized sugar.
Plat
Entree
Appetizer
Sides
Cheese Board menu
A curated selection of assorted cheeses, served with crackers, fruits, and nuts for a perfect pairing.
Beef Dishes
Filet Mignon
Filet Mignon: A tender, juicy cut of beef, often grilled or pan-seared, served with your choice of sauce and sides.
Entrées
Starters
Louis
Very good table with excellent wines. warm and friendly welcome
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Reviews
Louis
Came here for lunch, they have a good menu. I had the duck which was really tasty, service is exceptional. Would definitely recommend!
Louis
Very good restaurant. Very well cooked kitchen with a menu that changes every 48 hours. Good reception and good advice on the choice of wines.
Amanda
Very good service and nice food - everything was served very tempting and decoratively. The service was excellent, and nice to get wine by glasses to a fair price. View menu
Miles
I really enjoy the place from the welcome to the goodbye. A Very fine cooking and the place were i discover 10 vins a Nantes startup allowing you to taste Wine as nespresso did for coffees. ...
Jalen
A lot of fun to watch the plate and taste fresh products (Bravo to the new chef who just arrived). A march has been climbed again... The agreements and wines offered to the blind are always wise. An excellent Burgundy (white) Vézelay has very well accompanied the lotte. I recommend.
Kaci
If you like food and wine and like to be surprised, try this restaurant owned (or directed?) by an oenologue. The food was delicious (I tried the boudin) and the glass of wine (that you do not choose) match perfectly the dishes.Good point on the location as well, near the cathedrale. View menu
Jared
Having spent the morning walking around Nantes taking in the sights we were both looking forward to enjoying good French cuisine .On the way to the cathedral we discovered l'Alchimiste ,what a find .A small intimate bistro serving superb French food with a very attentive owner who spoke excellent English ( she had spent some time in Bristol) who told us about the local wine we were drinking
Jane
Went here (for dinner) as wanted modern French cooking but without the massive price tag and we were very pleased. Small, select menu and everything sounded delicious. We had 3 courses each with wine paring plus a cheese board to share and this came to €140 including tip (in my opinion, very reasonable). The quality of the food was excellent, the portions large and really nice twists on classic dishes. Wine paring was also brilliant and we were given a tour of unusual French wines that really were delicious and pared excellently. Service was extremely attentive and friendly. Lovely decor too. Recommend but make sure you book. When we told our hotel receptionist that we had booked here she se...
Hampus
l'Alchimiste refers to itself as a Bistrot, conjuring visions of moules with pomme frites and steak tartare. You will have none of this here. Instead, you will enjoy a cerebral, delicately wrought meal of the highest quality and finesse. Recently we were impressed at an early dinner for three on a Friday evening. l'Alchimiste is nicely situated near the Nantes cathedral, with a comfortable, reasonably spacious and quiet dining room. We were warmly welcomed by our server, who was attentive throughout the dinner, anticipating all of our requests. The menu at l'Alchimiste changes often, and is typically limited to a choice of three entrees (appetizers), two meat and two fish plats (main courses... View menu
Categories
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Glace A delightful selection of creamy, handcrafted ice creams with a variety of flavors ranging from classic vanilla and chocolate to unique options like lavender honey and spicy mango, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Soupe Warm and comforting soups to nourish your soul. Choose from a variety of flavorful broths and hearty ingredients, perfect for a simple appetizer or a satisfying meal on a chilly day. View menu
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Poisson Delight in our exquisite fish dishes, crafted from the freshest catch of the day. From grilled favorites to savory stews, our menu celebrates the ocean's bounty with flavors to satisfy every palate.
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Français Classic French cuisine showcasing timeless elegance, our menu offers rich and flavorful dishes crafted with traditional techniques and seasonal ingredients, promising an unforgettable culinary experience. Bon appétit!
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