Restaurant
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Annecy, 74000, France - H-D6371

L'Esquisse

4.7
(512 Reviews)

22 maximum

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The partner's word

L'Esquisse is a one‑star Michelin restaurant in the heart of Annecy, created and run by Magali and Stéphane Dattrino as a small table for sharing. It offers carte‑blanche “Surprise” menus (3, 5 or 6 courses), a communal L'Intégrale menu and Expression Gourmande options. The house privileges seasonal produce, explores texture and signs bold, sincere flavour combinations that make the experience highly personal and emotionally focused. A discreet façade on Rue Royale opens to a simple, nature‑inspired, pared‑back dining room with a family‑led service conceived for warm, authentic hospitality, an intimate, family‑run atmosphere and just 22 covers. The cuisine is modern, instinctive and seasonal, driven by local producers, wild foraging and a respect for alpine and maritime ingredients. The kitchen works with Claude Bocquet for meat, Pierre Gay for cheese and Vincent Coly for Léman fish. Stéphane Dattrino (Chef) was born in the Beaujolais and served as second to Laurent Petit at Le Clos des Sens. Specialties include trout confit with celery root, curry and horseradish; supreme of pigeon with confit leg; crispy sweetbreads (ris de veau) from Maison Bocquet; Lake (Léman) and alpine fish preparations; and wild foraged seasonal ingredients.

The features

Restaurant

Restaurant

Access

Available catering
Menu en 5 inspirations

Menu en 5 inspirations

set menu — Five‑course surprise menu; not available Friday and Saturday evenings.
Menu en 6 inspirations

Menu en 6 inspirations

set menu — Six‑course surprise menu (2 starters, fish, meat, prepared cheese and dessert). Must be ordered before 13:00 and 20:45.
Menu L'Intégrale

Menu L'Intégrale

set menu — Same menu for the entire table; must be ordered before 13:00 and 20:30.
Menu L'Expression Gourmande (option with fish OR meat)

Menu L'Expression Gourmande (option with fish OR meat)

set menu — Expression Gourmande format: entrée, fish OR meat, prepared cheese and dessert.
Menu en 3 inspirations (lunch: entrée, plat, fromage préparé et dessert)

Menu en 3 inspirations (lunch: entrée, plat, fromage préparé et dessert)

set menu — Includes prepared cheese; available only at lunch Tuesday to Friday (excluding public holidays).
Menu en 3 inspirations (lunch: entrée, plat, dessert)

Menu en 3 inspirations (lunch: entrée, plat, dessert)

set menu — Offered at lunch; daily surprise menu of 3 courses.
Menu L'Expression Gourmande (option with fish AND meat)

Menu L'Expression Gourmande (option with fish AND meat)

set menu — Expression Gourmande extended: entrée, fish, meat, prepared cheese and dessert.

Catering

French

French

Seasonal

Seasonal

Fine Dining

Fine Dining

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L'Esquisse boasts an elegant design paired with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, ideal for corporate presentations and meetings. The venue is versatile, offering multiple spaces that can be configured to suit events ranging from intimate gatherings to larger conferences. Additionally, our team is dedicated to providing tailored event support, ensuring everything runs smoothly.

Yes, L'Esquisse is fully accessible to all guests. We have facilities in place to accommodate individuals with mobility challenges, including accessible entrances and restrooms. Our commitment to inclusivity allows you to host events where everyone can participate comfortably.

L'Esquisse can accommodate up to 200 guests for a seated event, making it an ideal choice for medium-sized corporate gatherings. If you are planning a cocktail reception or standing event, we can host even larger groups by utilising different configurations of our spaces.

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