Menu

Menu of

the day

From Tuesday to Friday, L'Essentiel offers a fresh and delicious daily menu, created according to the inspiration of the moment and market produce.

Starter + main course
22.-

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New Year’s

Eve Menu

On December 31st, L’Essentiel invites you to ring in the New Year with an exceptional tasting menu, a true journey between land and sea.

Menu price
110.-

Discover the menu

The seasonal menu

To begin

Menu of the restaurant l'Essentiel - Borex

STARTERS

Salad of the Day

Croutons, roasted seeds, crispy onions, and seasonal vegetables

8.-
Scallop Carpaccio & Sweet Beets

Scallop carpaccio, vanilla-infused oil, and beetroot variations.

25.–
Squash Three Ways

Candied squash cream, foie gras crumble, and caramelized chestnuts.

21.-
Foie Gras with a Tropical Twist

Duck and foie gras terrine, toasted brioche, pineapple–basil chutney, and basil gel.

26.-
La Foie du Chef - Instinct of the Beef

Beef and bone marrow tartare, barbecue sauce, and confit egg yolk cream.

27.-

To enjoy yourself

Menu of the restaurant l'Essentiel - Borex

MAIN DISHES

The Unmissable Beef Entrecôte

200 g of swiss beef served with Café de Paris sauce, fries, and seasonal vegetables

45.–
Lobster with Coffee Essence

Lobster tail, lentil risotto, coffee espuma, and seasonal vegetable

56.-
Signature Perch Fillets

Fresh perch fillets 180g, prepared meunière-style or with our “Essentiel” sauce, served with French fries and a trio of vegetables.

38.–/43.–
Perfectly Paired Poultry

Chicken ballotine, fine ham stuffing, cider sauce, potato mille-feuille, and seasonal

vegetables.

39.–

VEGETARIAN DISHES

Golden Tataki & Quince

Sweet potato tataki, quince compote, wasabi mayonnaise, and teriyaki sauce.

28.-

For pleasure

Menu of the restaurant l'Essentiel - Borex

DESSERTS

"Essential" Crème Brûlée

Flambéed crème brûlée with your choice of flavor: caramel, vanilla, Cointreau, or rum.

13.-
Choco-Pistachio Contrast

Moist chocolate brownie, passion fruit gel, pistachio cream, and double-cream meringue ice cream.


14.-
Exotic Macaron

Giant macaron, pastry cream with kumquat, and mango coulis.

13.-
Coffee or Champagne?

Three small homemade desserts served with a coffee or a glass of champagne.

13.-/ 24.-
Ice creams and sorbets

From L’Artisan Glacier in Lutry – for an authentic experience


4.50-
La Folie du Chef- If the Pear Could Enchant You…

Poached pear in curry syrup, chocolate sauce, pumpkin seed praline, and mascarpone cream.

15.-

La folie

du Chef

With "La Folie du Chef," creativity takes center stage!

The chef dares to surprise with a bold creation inspired by seasonal ingredients and his current culinary whims. A thoughtfully crafted food and wine pairing—developed in collaboration with a local winery—elevates the experience for a journey full of unexpected delights.


(The dish changes every two weeks. A “Chef’s Madness” starter and dessert are also available à la carte.)


 For any allergies or intolerances, we invite you to inform our team.

 We will be happy to provide you with information and offer you suitable alternatives.