Reviews on Contemporary food in Orcines, Clermont-Ferrand, including Pavillon Lamartine, Spoon Home & Food, Il Visconti
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4 based on 159 reviews
I've walked past this location dozens of times and until I was asked to join a group here for lunch, I had no idea there was a restaurant here. That makes me sad for all the times that I could have dined here -- but didn't. If only I had been wiser....I'm never quite sure what to make of the often brutal French reviews for restaurants on TripAdvisor. Sometimes they amplify points I agree. Sometimes they make a bigger issue than I might make over a minor transgression. In this case, I am simply baffled.The service, from the moment the doors were opened, was impeccable. The dining room is, indeed small and, yes, a reservation is advisable -- but the small room adds to the atmosphere. It doesn't detract from it. If you have a reservation, you'll appreciate the ambiance.The wine menu has a broad selection. For our varied lunchtime meal choices, we were thinking a red Sancerre would work and we were pleasantly surprised to see this uncommon wine on the menu...for a terrific price, too. (Beware: Loire wines are listed in the same section as Auvergne wines, so don't skip past the Loire offerings when skipping past the Auvergnat wines, as I almost did.)The fixed menu offerings are reasonably priced and allow for ample flexibility. If, however, you stray into the a la carte section of the menu, the prices skyrocket. If money is an important consideration, there's no need to depart from fixed menu options -- even for vegetarians.As for criticisms regarding portion size, perhaps it was the fact that we were dining at LaMartne for lunch, but I had no sense that anyone in our group would leave with hunger pangs. This holds true whether ordering price fixe or a la carte.All in all, as lunches go, this was one of the best experiences I've had. Once you find Pavilion Lamartine, you'll be glad you did.
4 based on 238 reviews
Niché à lâarrière de la boutique et se déployant sur une vaste terrasse unique à Clermont-Ferrand, le restaurant offre un cadre idéal, à la fois intimiste et chaleureux. Le chef Frederic Pinto et le pâtissier Nicolas Irlande vous proposent une cuisine cré
Had the most lovely time with family here. The food was divine and the service was top notch. Definitely would recommend to visitors to Clermont-Ferrand. Prices reasonable.
4 based on 534 reviews
While visiting in Clermont-Ferrand, my daughter recommended Il Visconti. Delicious food served in an intimate and cozy atmosphere with very good service, friendly and welcoming staff. Our entire family enjoyed a wonderful lunch here. The plat du jour or the menu items offer dishes for everyone. We enjoyed it so much, that my husband and I returned for a second lunch visit. I highly recommend the linguine alla vongole.....excellent, perfectly prepared or the pumpkin risotto which is unusual and delicious. Make reservations! This is a popular restaurant with limited seating.
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