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Rouen Map: GillGill Frommer's Exceptional

Cuisine Modern French
Hours Tues-Sat noon-1:45pm and 7:30-9:30pm
Address
9 quai de la Bourse
Location Around Town
Reservations Reservations required far in advance
Phone 02-35-71-16-14
Prices Main courses 31€-57€ ($45-$83); fixed-price menu 35€-92€ ($51-$133)
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V
Season Closed Aug and 2 weeks in Apr

Frommer's Review

The best restaurant in town sits beside the traffic of the Seine's quays. The minimalist decor, with high-tech lighting and accessories, is an appropriate backdrop for the sophisticated cuisine of Gilles Tournadre. Who can resist ravioli stuffed with foie gras and served in a bouillon sprinkled with fresh truffles? How about terrine of artichoke with fresh truffles or roasted white turbot with fresh asparagus flavored with Parmesan? The best items on the menu are pan-fried foie gras of duckling served with caramelized turnips and a turnip-green salad; a salad of crayfish tails with tomato-and-black-pepper chutney; and the most famous and popular specialty, Rouen-style pigeon with vegetables floating in densely concentrated consommé.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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