Le Farçon

Savoie


The carefully crafted menus of Michelin-starred chef Julien Machet contain delights such as asparagus with apple sorbet, suckling pig with a Béarnaise reduction and Reblochon pie, and the walk-in wine cellar is a cave of delights. Reservations are always a good idea (enquire 48 hours in advance).


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