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French restaurant in Sarlat-la-Canéda
What should I order at Restaurant L'Esprit Sarlat?
What to order
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Duck
Recommended as possibly the best duck one reviewer has eaten in France, highlighting its excellent quality and memorable flavor.
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Soupe Melon With Ham
Specifically highly recommended by a reviewer as a standout dish, praised as a memorable part of an excellent meal.
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Entrecote Veau With Chanterelle Sauce
Called particularly delicious, with the chanterelle sauce singled out as a strong complement to the veal.
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Cooked Banana Dessert
Praised as outstanding and explicitly recommended as a must-try dessert.
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5
Menu De Jour
Mentioned as particularly good value and part of a consistently great dining experience.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12:15 to 1:30 PM, 7:15 to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12:15 to 1:30 PM, 7:15 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:15 to 1:30 PM, 7:15 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 12:15 to 1:30 PM, 7:15 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 12:15 to 1:30 PM, 7:15 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 12:15 to 1:30 PM, 7:15 to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 12:15 to 1:30 PM, 7:15 to 9 PM |
About Restaurant L'Esprit Sarlat
Innovative takes on traditional Périgord region dishes in a contemporary space with a terrace.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Meal coupons
- NFC mobile payments
- Pluxee
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Restaurant L'Esprit Sarlat known for?
It is best known for duck confit and magret de canard, which are the most frequently mentioned dishes in reviews. Guests also call out the modern presentation of traditional Périgord food and the pleasant setting in Sarlat-la-Canéda.
What dishes are most recommended at Restaurant L'Esprit Sarlat?
Reviewers most often recommend duck confit, magret de canard, sarlat potatoes, and walnut cake. Other specific dishes mentioned positively include entrecote veau with chanterelle sauce and soupe melon with ham.
What is the atmosphere like at Restaurant L'Esprit Sarlat?
The atmosphere is described as modern, bright, clean, quiet, cozy, romantic, and upscale, with outdoor courtyard seating available. It seems to suit couples, groups, tourists, and solo diners who want a calmer meal rather than a rushed one.
Is Restaurant L'Esprit Sarlat good value?
Yes, reviewers say the €30–40 price range is fairly priced and specifically note that the 33 Euro menu is good value. Portions are described as adequate, and the food and wine quality are repeatedly praised.
When should you visit Restaurant L'Esprit Sarlat?
Reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner because the restaurant is described as very busy. Reviewers also note that it is within walking distance of the center of Sarlat-la-Canéda, but in a quieter part of town away from the most touristic areas.
Is parking available at Restaurant L'Esprit Sarlat?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Restaurant L'Esprit Sarlat kid-friendly?
Yes, Restaurant L'Esprit Sarlat is good for kids.
