About Restaurant L'escargot

The muted lighting and soft hum of conversation at Restaurant L'escargot create an intimate setting where culinary tradition and modernity intersect. While the decor leans toward understated elegance, it complements rather than overshadows the dining experience, allowing the carefully curated menu to take center stage. The balance of classic French techniques with occasional local Tunisian influences offers a thoughtful exploration in flavors, though some dishes may feel conventional for those deeply versed in French cuisine. Observations from various reviews suggest that the kitchen’s attention to detail often shines through, even if certain elements lack a bit of boldness expected in highly innovative dining.

Among the highlights, the escargots themselves demonstrate why the restaurant earned its name, prepared with a precise blend of garlic and parsley butter that elevates the texture without overwhelming the palate. Entrées are well-executed, ranging from delicate seafood to expertly cooked cuts of meat, accompanied by sides that reflect subtle seasonal touches. The value proposition aligns fairly well with the quality, a recurring theme noted in Restaurant L'escargot reviews found online. Patrons often reference the need to strike a balance between savoring the full menu and being mindful of the pricing. Captivating photos shared online illustrate both the careful plating and inviting atmosphere, lending a visual context to the culinary offerings.

Service here generally flows with a quiet efficiency, attentive without becoming intrusive, contributing to a dining rhythm that feels both relaxed and refined. Moments of minor delay or slight hesitations in wine recommendations appear occasionally but rarely disrupt the overall experience. The restaurant’s ability to create a space where diners linger with their meals and conversation is notable. Despite a few uneven notes common in any establishment striving for consistency, the blend of ambiance, flavors, and thoughtful touches makes Restaurant L'escargot a noteworthy stop for those exploring French dining options in the region.

Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

+ Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Great cocktails

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Great wine list

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Cocktails

+ Coffee

+ Halal food

+ Organic dishes

+ Small plates

+ Spirits

+ Vegan options

+ Vegetarian options

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Breakfast

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Catering

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Bar on site

+ Toilet

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Quiet

+ Romantic

+ Trendy

+ Upmarket

Crowd

Crowd

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ Has changing table(s)

+ High chairs

+ Kids' menu

Parking

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM ,
    06:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM ,
    06:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Thursday: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Friday: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
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+216 73 224 779

Face Hôtel MARRIOTT - Sousse, Bd Abdelhamid El Kadhi, Sousse, Tunisia

Reviews

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So glad we were recommended this place for dinner. A true gem. It was an honour to meet the owner, whose care and passion for food are evident throughout. He worked the room, personally checking that guests were enjoying their meals. A real chef and gentleman!

- Mari “Karim” Ka -

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Decor quirky, atmospheric, old world (French) charm. Lighting rather dim (even for my camera) Fine dining, Prices to match. More upmarket then I would choose. Meal was included in cost of the small group tour(our final group meal hence the "posh" restaurant) so offered limited choice of starters / main dish and dessert ,not the full menu choice. Food typically French. Fish was good. Potions large. Home made lemonade available. Good coffee. We were sat tucked away at the back but tables near the exit area were smoking.(indoors!) Personally I would have preferred Tunisian dishes,(in Tunisia ) ,but no choice.

- Musicians Mum -

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The food and service here was fantastic. We shared a wood grilled sea bass which was the ‘fish of the day’, then wrapped up with some great deserts.

- Roy Napier -

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Went for another time, was also super delicious food. The chef are very detail oriented. The service also was amazing by waiters. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Sousse. Easily one of the best in the area. Bravo to the whole team.

- Mohamed Wassim Mehouachi -

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The best place I've been for seafood in Sousse. Plenty of variety and fresh quality food with lovely surroundings and polite staff

- Darrell Denner -

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A lovely restaurant with friendly and professional waiters. The decor is cosy and everywhere is nice and clean with excellent toilets. The prices are reasonable for the quality. I had a bisque soup to start and lamb couscous for the main. The portion sizes were superb and both dishes were tasty. The lamb was a little tough in a couple of bites, but the flavour was good, so no real complaints. A bottle of Magon red wine was delicious and a perfect accompaniment for my food. Total bill came to 135 dinar, including starter, main course, bottle of red wine and a bottle of sparkling water. I will definitely return the next time I'm in Sousse.

- Steven Trow -

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Perfect Food and a services with an Amazing chef. We had a wonderful night at this restaurant

- niloofar saghir -

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It was a great experience ever. We ordered three delicious different cuisines. The owner, a famous chef, cooked the stake in front of us (show cooked) and explained how he prepared the special sause.

- Aleen -

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