The place radiates — it even shines. But with discretion, without unnecessary waves. It’s infused with the passion simmering within its walls. Here, the customer is king, and everything goes straight to the point, with pleasure given to give pleasure; this is the infallible thread of Lisa Calcus and Nicolas Campus at Gribaumonts.

Chef Lisa, a humble and reserved woman, reveals her talent and character through the expression of her cuisine, offering each day a brilliance that borders on a feat; she embodies the noble dedication of reserved souls, while others chase the glitter of fame, forgetting their core values. From Lisa’s vast gustatory palette, one thing stands out that no chef should ever forget: the crucial importance of the product. And so, it takes center stage every day – scallops, gambero, sea bass fillet, venison, sweetbreads… – all perfectly cooked with clockwork precision and a rare sense of seasonal vegetables. On her plates, one finds all the essence of beautiful terroirs, with taste reigning supreme in tender, flavorful creations.

Today, one dines sublimely with: Veal cooked at low temperature, smoked milk foam, green asparagus, toasted almonds, anchovy mayo; White asparagus, sherry mousseline, fresh herb breadcrumbs; Grilled lamb, labneh, Lebanese tabbouleh, tursu; Sweetbreads meunière, apricot–rosemary, reduced jus; Catch of the day, gambero rosso coulis, chard and confit potatoes; Pigeon, tarragon sauce, chard and confit potatoes; and a Variation around strawberry and rhubarb.

And then there is Nicolas, a great sommelier. From his masterful cellar, he selects bottles that accentuate, elevate, and accompany Lisa’s dishes, serving as the final essential argument. A free man, unburdened by ostentatious labels, preferring instead auteur wines that answer only to the soils that nourish them. In harmony with this assertive and refined spirit, the décor embraces contemporary minimalism without coldness, offering comfort amid large lampshades and remarkable works of art.

Exactly the kind of place where one should let themselves be guided — from wines to desserts — with total delight guaranteed.

LD