Les Saveurs — Restaurant in Puducherry

A small cozy French restaurant located at one of the corners of the French colony/White town. Initially we were planning on visiting Cafe Veloute which is one of the famous cafes in white town area, but unfortunately even at around 3:30 in the afternoon, the place was busy with no table available. So we decided to look around a bit for another French restaurant and came across this one.

The restaurant is not very spacious and has a very limited number of tables. The lighting is a bit dull with a chandelier at the center. The food menu has a decent number. of options, especially from the French cuisine. The drinks menu had a good variety and prices were okay if not cheaper.

We tried the winter breezer which is a mocktail. It was good enough, but could have packed more punch, tasted a bit diluted. To be a bit adventurous we tried the Champignons Farcis Au Beurre D'Escargot which was mushrooms stuffed with a mince of snails, shallots and garlic. The texture was crunchy, not very chewy, and the cheese on top complimented it well. Not an extraordinary dish though, but if you'd like to try something new, go ahead.

The second dish was Crevettes Au Paprika, which contained 5-6 pieces of tiger prawns which were simmered in a paprika sauce that tasted spicy, and was served with herb rice and grilled vegetables. The prawns were slightly overcooked, but the taste was on point. It gets a bit sloppy, so be mindful of that. Overall the dish was good, slightly pricey though. We also ordered the chicken Alfredo pasta which was perfect, tasted really good, not too dry and had enough chicken on the plate.

The service was good and quick, and the staff was humble. You can also have drinks along with some good French food. I wouldn't say that the place stands out and is a hidden gem, but of all the hassle in the other cafes around, you might just want to have a peaceful dining experience here, with a lesser crowd, quicker service and very much closer to...

We ate here twice in 2 days, back to back for lunch/brunch and we had an exemplary, if not a better experience on the second time, from the food to the ambience, Les Saveurs hits the mark as the perfect blend between a quaint modern french pub and a well rounded family and friends restaurant where Mr. Prosper, the manager and bartender at Les Saveurs displayed an attentive and promptly responsive attitude towards our preferences and needs whilst giving us personalised and friendly advice on what dishes we could choose according to our liking. The atmosphere was warm and inviting with a tone of a modern rusticity in accordance to the warm lighting, the beautiful live edge wooden tables, and realistic paintings of the walls. The food was beyond exquisite, in both of our experiences, our food was authentic, cooked to perfection, and clearly made with high quality ingredients- we had chosen to have the Lobster thermidor but actually couldn't have it(prawns instead) as the Lobster had been brought in very recently, fresh from the bay- That level of quality ingredients are hard to find and even harder to cook. From our visually stunning Steak au Povire, to the silky and rich smoked salmon. Les Saveurs is a Fine establishment blending quality balanced food that fed us to our capacity in a delightfully sated experince- with the history of pondicherry, the service and food given, I highly recommend Les Saveurs to anyone visiting pondicherry for an authentic time at a rather reasonable price too- Truely a gem.

Special Thank you to Mr. Prosper for giving us the food choice advice alongside the refreshing and smooth mocktails that helped us beat the heat working perfectly for all of us.

Thank youu!!! Will certainly be...

Nestled in the heart of Pondicherry's prime area, White Street, Les Saveurs exudes charm from its facade to its interiors. As you step inside, you're greeted with a warm ambiance that instantly uplifts your mood.

The staff at Les Saveurs are not only polite but also efficient, ensuring a seamless dining experience. Service here is commendably fast, allowing patrons to savor their meals without unnecessary delays.

When it comes to the cuisine, Les Saveurs shines with its non-vegetarian offerings. I had the pleasure of trying some of their non-veg dishes, and each one was a delight to the taste buds. However, the same cannot be said for their vegetarian fare. Despite high hopes, the veg dish I ordered fell short of expectations. It seemed like canned ingredients dominated the flavors, overshadowing the freshness of the vegetables.

In summary, Les Saveurs is a restaurant with great potential, especially for non-vegetarian enthusiasts. While the ambiance and service are top-notch, there is room for improvement in the vegetarian menu to match the standards set by the rest of the...