An Exquisite Culinary Odyssey at La Datcha in Paris 11th
Saturday night marked a gastronomic adventure as we indulged in the unparalleled delights of La Datcha, nestled in the heart of the 11th arrondissement of Paris. The experience not only tantalized our taste buds but etched an unforgettable memory in our culinary journey.
Upon entering the restaurant, we were immediately enveloped in its intimate ambiance and warm embrace. A highlight of our reception was the delightful encounter with Margaux, the adept manager of the establishment. A few exchanged jokes set the tone for the evening. With gracious hospitality, Margaux suggested the chef's table, granting us a privileged view of the kitchen. Maksym, the maestro behind La Datcha's culinary magic, warmly welcomed us to this culinary spectacle.
The menu at La Datcha orchestrates a symphony of traditional and contemporary flavors, a testament to the culinary prowess curated by Chef Maksym.
Commendations are due to the remarkable staff at La Datcha for their exceptional service. Attentive and well-versed, they navigated us through the menu with genuine enthusiasm, providing insightful recommendations that heightened our gastronomic experience. The seamless coordination in the front-of-house operations further elevated our dining affair to one that was not only enjoyable but also memorable.
In our quest for the perfect complement to this culinary journey, we delved into the diverse beverage offerings. The selections did not disappoint, with wine recommendations that proved to be impeccable, enhancing the overall symphony of flavors that unfolded throughout the evening.
In conclusion, La Datcha in the 11th arrondissement of Paris stands as a culinary gem, worthy of celebration. From the delectable cuisine to the seamless and warm service, this establishment has undeniably earned its place among my cherished dining spots in the City of Lights & Love. Anticipation brews for my return, eagerly looking forward to savouring more of La Datcha's...
Read moreThe food there is simply wonderful: original, tasty, and a pleasure for the senses. The location and atmosphere are also great. I was negatively impressed by the wine list: almost all wines were above 50€ a bottle with many above 100€. While I love a good bottle of wine, I do believe it is not necessary to spend so much to drink well and I would add a few more affordable options to the list. Also, the night we were there with my wife the service was a bit sloppy: there were just a few tables occupied but we had to wait a lot; our bottle of white wine was not at our table but the waitress was not very attentive and we had to ask refills; and we had to repeat three times our dessert choices (two desserts out of three/four options on the menu); and we found a hair in one if our desserts (which was offered to us after some apologies, and we appreciated how this was handled). Overall we enjoyed it very much and we recommend Datcha for anyone who loves good food, even if a couple of things could...
Read moreI was there for Sunday brunch recently. We were welcomed and steered towards our table on the first floor. The decor is very warm and comfortable with tables well spaced and lots of natural light and air. The only slight disappointment is that the tables are resting on hay bales which makes it hard to seat properly. The entrée and the main course were both excellent, while the dessert a bit underwhelming - too rich and with confusing flavors (hazelnut and pistachio..). We barely touched the croissants and pains au chocolat but they were excellent. Service was very attentive at first then got a bit sloppy as the restaurant filled up. Overall a very nice experience that...
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