L'Escale sur Nancy

24/01/2026: When you walk into a restaurant of this caliber, you expect excellence. I've often heard good things about this place. The chef seems to have mastered inventive cuisine while respecting the quality of the ingredients. Perhaps it was just an off night… It all started well enough, though, with the amuse-bouche and the starter… But then, disappointment with the main courses. They lacked flavor; they were missing that little something extra to make you say, "Wow, this is haute cuisine!" The same went for the dessert, which was too heavy. The atmosphere remains chic, you have to be on your best behavior… Here, the service is no joke. A person just goes through the motions, reciting a script without any passion… It spoils the experience. We were offered wine pairings without even being told what we were going to drink. My partner ordered fish, and she was served a glass of red wine, extremely tannic… Without any explanation. No, really, it was bizarre. Unfortunately, this is not a gastronomic place that I can recommend.

04/12/2025: We drove 115 km to enjoy a gift certificate from our children, and it was a delightful surprise. We opted for the €52 tasting menu; the dishes were beautifully presented and of remarkable quality, with service that matched the quality of the food. The sommelier expertly presented each course, perfectly complementing our meal with the wine pairings. The wine list is impressive in every sense of the word. In short, a gourmet restaurant where you never feel out of place thanks to the staff's kindness. If we return to Nancy, we know where we'll be having lunch. Many thanks again to the staff for this wonderful culinary experience.