In the world of glitzy hotel restaurants, Alain Ducasse and his work at Plaza Athene and Le Louis XV at Monaco’s Hotel de Paris reign supreme. Ducasse’s latest undertaking is at London’s prized Dorchester located on Park Lane overlooking Hyde Park.
Alain Ducasse is one of the world’s most decorated chefs. Known not only for his incomparable French cuisine, Alain Ducasse has created innovative dining concepts reflecting international influences, and consequently has earned a reputation for phenomenal cuisine.
Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester offers contemporary French cuisine along with a professional bespoke and friendly service.
Experience creativity, generosity and impeccable cuisine at Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester. Guests are taken on an unrivalled culinary journey starting with beautifully presented amuse-bouche served in a delicate porcelain egg and finishing with classic ‘Chamonix’ cakes gifted at the end of the meal. The restaurant’s four bespoke trolleys provide the perfect ending to an enchanting dining experience with offerings ranging from Mignardises to fresh infusions.
The jewel of the restaurant is the stunning ‘Table Lumière’, a private room surrounded by 4,500 shimmering fiber optics which drop dramatically from the ceiling and adorned with specially selected sets of Hermès china, Puiforcat silverware and Saint-Louis crystal.
Designed by Patrick Jouin (Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée, Le Jules Verne in the Eiffel tower) the restaurant draws inspiration from British traditions, Hyde Park and even the cuisine of Alain Ducasse himself. Patrick Jouin has succeeded in merging tradition with modernity. The dining room is contemporary, soft and elegant, showcasing the unadorned beauty of natural fabrics such as leather, wood and cotton to amazing effect, in a palette of tan, cream and taupe. The design includes quirky elements such as walls studded with thousands of silk buttons in different shades of green.
An exceptional selection of tableware has been chosen by Alain Ducasse, in complete harmony with the restaurant. It highlights traditional French craftsmanship and an interesting variety of materials. From Coquet porcelain to hand-made butter dishes in pink marble, to French artist Jean-Paul Gourdon unique vegetable ceramics, the finest tableware has been created exclusively for the restaurant.
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