Les Tablettes de Jean-Louis Nomicos

Les Tablettes de Jean-Louis Nomicos Restaurant Review:

Talented Jean-Louis Nomicos, who honed his craft with Alain Ducasse and previously worked at Restaurant Lasserre, presides over this posh establishment. Décor is modern and elegant, in luminous tones, with orange banquettes and beige carpet. A futuristic touch is provided by wood panels intertwined on the ceiling and on an entire wall. Nomicos boasts an immense savoir-faire, delivering a sophisticated cuisine with Mediterranean accents. Be sure to be enchanted by one of its achievements, the al dente macaroni stuffed with foie gras and truffle in veal juice. It’s surely a tour de force to prepare such a dish and to make it so tasty. Another highlight comes from the morel mushrooms filled with pan-seared foie gras and served with grilled asparagus tips. Other elaborate selections include sea bass with lemongrass moss and melting potatoes and veal filet mignon with sucrine lettuce and finger lime. For dessert, Gariguette strawberries with olive oil ice cream and a chocolate soufflé with cocoa sherbet are a sure bet. Expect an attractive wine list with strong items like the 2013 red Faugères Mas Onésime L’Insoumis.