Monday to Friday
8:00 am to 3:00 pm
North of Caen, the L’Essentiel restaurant in Saint-Contest reinvents the lunch break with a self-service concept focusing on quality and freshness. Our 100% homemade cuisine adapts to all your cravings thanks to a wide daily selection of 5 to 6 varied dishes, ranging from grilled meats (flank steak, grilled ham) to artisanal hamburgers, not forgetting our veggie options.
Whether you are short on time or looking for a moment of relaxation, our affordable set menus starting from €10.90 guarantee a complete and tasty meal. To eat in or take away, you can also enjoy our homemade pizzas and daily suggestions, all served in a warm atmosphere from 8 AM to 3 PM.
Set menu main course with 1 side/item at €11.40
OR
Set menu main course with 2 sides/items at €12
Homemade burger of the day + soda (33cl) or still water (50cl) for €13.00
Meats:
Whether you want to book a table in the heart of Parc Athéna or organize a tailor-made event, the entire L'Essentiel team is at your full disposal. We look forward to welcoming you to discover our homemade cuisine and share a friendly moment with you, either in our dining room or on our terrace.
