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Bitter in Monaco: A 3-Michelin-Star Meal That Fell Short of Expectations

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Bitter in Monaco: A 3-Michelin-Star Meal That Fell Short of Expectations
100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 11, 2026
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What happened

At Le Louis XV - Alain Ducasse in Monaco, reviewer Hillel Atlan praised the restaurant's service, setting, and desserts but said the food did not fully meet the expectations of a three-Michelin-star meal. He reported that several dishes leaned too heavily into bitterness and that the lamb was overly chewy, despite standout courses and exceptional hospitality. The tasting menu costs 420 euros per person, or about 500 euros with champagne, wine, water, and infusion, and he gave the meal a score of 7/10.

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N12Center · HebrewJun 11, 2026
Bitter in Monaco: A 3-Michelin-Star Meal That Fell Short of Expectations
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 11, 2026
Bitter in Monaco: A Three Michelin-Star Dinner That Fell Short

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