 L'Epicerie Market is brought to us by restaurateur Thierry Perez (previously at Fraîche) and chef/partner Sébastien Archambault (formerly at RH at the ANdAZ West Hollywood). They’re both familiar with the Los Angeles food scene, and know the city lacks authentic, casual French cuisine. True to his French roots in the Southwest of France, Archambault has created a menu that reflects that region’s culinary traditions, with no American influences (except for the Black Angus burger). Start with the duck foie gras terrine served with plum chutney, the escargots, the marinated octopus with sun-dried tomatoes, or the homemade terrine de campagne. Continue with sautéed shrimps and chorizo in a citrus piperade, and seared halibut on a bed of mashed potatoes, capers, lime sauce and brown butter. There are a few savory crêpes, including one enfolding duck confit and roasted potatoes. If you like beef tongue, this version satisfies with its spicy sauce diable. Expect a cassoulet with pork belly confit, Toulouse sausage and white beans, and tender braised beef cheeks with a red wine sauce. Let’s not forget the large selection of cheeses and the charcuterie board---after all, we are in a French restaurant. Finish with the baba au rhum (Archambault has a great recipe) or the crêpes Suzette with citrus caramel, vanilla ice cream and must-have Grand Marnier sauce. Some items are served tapas size for $5 or $8, or $3 during the daily happy hour from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Located right in front of the Sony studios, the place gets packed at breakfast and lunch when light items are available. Another good thing about this friendly spot: You can shop for wines from around the world (also offered when you are dining), cheeses, charcuterie, cookies, and much more.
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