Le Nelson's - Louvre

Name: Le Nelson's - Louvre
Address: Paris
Price range: €5 - €78

South African restaurant focusing on barbecue and vegetarian options. Nelson used to eat here!

★ 4.3 (4,923)

Starters & Tapas

Starters

ONION SOUP WITH CANTAL

SOUPE À L'OIGNON AU CANTAL

ONION SOUP WITH CANTAL

Savory soup made with caramelized onions and beef broth, gratinated with melted Cantal cheese. Hot and comforting. Eaten with a spoon, soaking up the bread.

€12 ≈ $14.00

GRILLED PADRONS

PADRONS GRILLÉS

smoked maldon salt and ginger aïoli. GRILLED PADRON PEPPERS smoked maldon salt and ginger aïoli

Small, mild green peppers grilled in a pan or over a fire, seasoned with smoked salt. Served with ginger and garlic sauce. Eaten with fingers as an appetizer.

€9 ≈ $10.00

TEMPURA SQUID

SUPIONS EN TEMPURA

chimichurri sauce. CUTTLEFISH IN TEMPURA chimichurri sauce

Small squid coated in a light and crispy batter. Served with a fresh herb and chili sauce. Tender inside and crunchy outside.

€12 ≈ $14.00

MOZZARELLA GAZPACHO

GASPACHO DE MOZZARELLA

yellow tomatoes and cucumber, homemade focaccia. MOZZARELLA GAZPACHO yellow tomatoes and cucumber, homemade focaccia

Refreshing cold soup made with yellow tomatoes and cucumbers, served with mozzarella. Smooth and creamy texture. Enjoy chilled with focaccia bread.

€10 ≈ $12.00

SMOKED BEETROOT DIPS

DIPS DE BETTERAVE FUMÉE

appalam and beetroot petals. SMOKED BEETROOT DIPS appalam and beetroot petals

Creamy dip made from smoked beetroot. Earthy and slightly sweet flavor. Served with crispy chips for dipping.

€9 ≈ $10.00

PUGLIESE BURRATA 300 G

BURRATA DES POUILLES 300 G

to share, organic multicoloured tomatoes strawberries and balsamic pearls. PUGLIESE BURRATA 300 G to share, organic multicoloured tomatoes strawberries and balsamic pearls

Large ball of fresh Italian cheese with a creamy center, served with tomatoes and strawberries. Rich and milky. Ideal for sharing as a starter.

€29 ≈ $34.00

Carpaccio and ceviche

Fresh starters

SWORDFISH CARPACCIO

CARPACCIO D'ESPADON

garlic cream, crispy onion

Thin slices of raw marinated swordfish. Firm and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Seasoned with garlic cream and crispy fried onions.

€22 ≈ $25.00

SEMI-COOKED BEEF CARPACCIO

CARPACCIO DE BOEUF MI-CUIT

crispy shallots, tapenade

Thin slices of beef, lightly seared but raw in the center. Rich meat flavor enhanced by olive tapenade. Tender texture.

€20 ≈ $23.00

SEA BREAM CEVICHE

CEVICHE DE DAURADE

coconut milk and mango, pepper and chili condiment

Raw sea bream cubes marinated in citrus juice and coconut milk. Fresh, sweet-salty, and slightly spicy flavor. Tender texture.

€22 ≈ $25.00

BEEF GRAVELAX

GRAVELAX DE BOEUF

mustard condiment, crispy noodles

Raw beef marinated in salt, sugar, and spices. Dense and melt-in-your-mouth texture similar to smoked salmon. Served with a zesty mustard sauce.

€22 ≈ $25.00

Oysters from our selection

The higher the number, the smaller the oyster.

Fine de Claire n°3

Refined hollow oysters. Fine flesh and balanced flavor between salt and terroir. Served raw on ice with lemon.

€8~ ≈ $9.00

Gillardeau n°4

High-quality special oysters, plump and crunchy. Mild, nutty flavor. A gastronomic reference.

€9.90~ ≈ $11.00

Gillardeau n°3

Medium-sized special oysters, plump and flavorful. Firm flesh and lingering taste.

€11.70~ ≈ $14.00

While waiting for your grilled dishes

Charcuterie and platters

CHIFFONADE OF SERRANO HAM

CHIFFONADE DE JAMBON SERRANO

Spanish cured ham, thinly sliced. Silky texture and refined salty taste. Perfect for snacking.

€15 ≈ $17.00

DUTREVIS Fricandeau 500g

FRICANDEAU DE DUTREVIS 500g

Specialty charcuterie from Aveyron, a type of country pâté baked in a caul. Rustic texture and rich flavor.

€10~ ≈ $12.00

CHARCUTERIE PLATTER

PLANCHE DE CHARCUTAILLE

from our selection

Assorted charcuterie (salami, hams, terrines). Ideal to accompany a glass of wine.

€25 ≈ $29.00

VEGETARIAN PLATTER

PLANCHE VÉGÉTARIENNE

Assortment of cold vegetarian preparations (marinated vegetables, spreads, cheeses). Fresh and colorful.

€25.50 ≈ $30.00

OMEGA 3/6/9 PLATTER

PLANCHE OMEGA 3/6/9

Basque sardines, toasted almonds, soft-boiled egg, guacamole, nut cake, almond milk shot

Healthy platter composed of foods rich in good fats. Mix of marine and vegetable flavors. Nutritious and gourmet.

€31 ≈ $36.00

Salads

THE CAESAR

LA CÉSAR

grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, egg, romaine, parmesan. THE CAESAR grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, egg, romaine, parmesan

Classic salad with romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, and parmesan. Dressed with a creamy anchovy and garlic sauce. Crunchy and satisfying.

€20 ≈ $23.00

LA BIQUETTE

fig and goat cheese croquettes, arugula, seeds mix, figs, pecan nuts, honey vinaigrette. BIQUETTE fig and goat cheese croquettes, arugula, seeds mix, figs, pecan nuts, honey vinaigrette

Salad with breaded warm goat cheese, served on arugula with figs and walnuts. Sweet and savory mix with a honey vinaigrette.

€18 ≈ $21.00

VEGE BOWL

VÉGÉ BOWL

avocado, beans, kale, tofu and smoked beetroot. VEGE BOWL avocado, beans, kale cabbage, tofu and smoked beetroot

Healthy and complete meal bowl with green vegetables, legumes, and tofu. Fresh, crunchy, and nutritious.

€19 ≈ $22.00

THE GREEK SALAD

LA SALADE GRECQUE

GREEK SALAD

Mediterranean salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta cheese. Seasoned with olive oil and oregano. Very refreshing.

€18 ≈ $21.00

EXCELLENT ORGANIC STRAWBERRY AND TOMATO SALAD

EXCELLENTE SALADE DE FRAISES ET TOMATES BIO

balsamic pearls. ORGANIC TOMATOES SALAD balsamic pearls

Original mix of sweet tomatoes and fresh strawberries. Balsamic pearls add acidity that balances the fruit's sweetness.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Veggies for everyone

Vegetarian dishes

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH RAITA SAUCE

CHOU-FLEUR RÔTI SAUCE RAÏTA

Whole roasted cauliflower, tender and caramelized. Served with a raita sauce of yogurt and Indian spices. Light yet substantial dish.

€16~ ≈ $19.00

GRATINÉ BUTTERNUT SQUASH DAHL

DAHL DE POTIMARRON GRATINÉ

Indian lentil stew cooked with butternut squash. Baked for a crispy top. Spicy and comforting.

€20 ≈ $23.00

AVOCADO TOAST

seed brioche, poached egg

Toasted brioche slice topped with mashed avocado and a runny poached egg. Rich and creamy.

€21 ≈ $24.00

HALLOUMI TACOS

TACOS DE HALLOUMI

confit vegetables and yogurt sauce

Patties filled with grilled halloumi cheese (salty and firm) and tender vegetables. Topped with fresh yogurt sauce.

€20 ≈ $23.00

RIGATONI WITH TRUFFLE CREAM

RIGATONI À LA CRÈME DE TRUFFE

Tubular pasta served with a rich and fragrant truffle sauce. A gourmet and aromatic dish.

€23 ≈ $27.00

CONFITED EGGPLANT

AUBERGINE CONFITE

peeled tomatoes, burrata heart, arugula pesto

Eggplant slow-cooked until tender. Served with creamy cheese and a herbaceous pesto.

€19 ≈ $22.00

DOSA MASALA and its condiments

DOSA MASALA et ses condiments

Thin and crispy Indian crepe made from rice and lentils, filled with a spicy potato mixture. Served with various chutneys.

€22 ≈ $25.00

STEWED VEGETABLES

MIJOTÉ DE LÉGUMES

tofu and coconut milk

Seasonal vegetable curry gently cooked in coconut milk. Enriched with tofu for protein. Mild and creamy.

€18 ≈ $21.00

MOUNTAIN TRUFFADE

TRUFFADE DES MONTAGNES

salad

Traditional dish from Auvergne made with pan-fried potatoes mixed with melted fresh tome cheese. Rich and stringy.

€18 ≈ $21.00

TIEB

with twice-broken rice

Iconic Senegalese dish of rice cooked in a tomato and vegetable broth. Fragrant and tasty.

€19 ≈ $22.00

WHOLE BREADED BROCCOLI

BROCOLI ENTIER PANÉ

tahini cream

Breaded and fried or roasted broccoli head. Served with a sesame (tahini) sauce. Crispy outside, tender inside.

€18 ≈ $21.00

GNOCCHI

piquillo pepper and paprika cream

Soft potato dough balls, served with a mild red pepper and paprika sauce.

€17 ≈ $20.00

MUSHROOM CRUMBLE

CRUMBLE DE CHAMPIGNONS

smoked tofu and soy cream

Mixture of mushrooms and tofu under a layer of crispy crumbled pastry. Forest flavor and varied texture.

€18 ≈ $21.00

VEGETARIAN MOUSSAKA

MOUSSAKA VÉGÉTARIENNE

Eggplant and tomato sauce gratin, no meat. Topped with béchamel sauce and gratinated. Melt-in-your-mouth and flavorful.

€17 ≈ $20.00

GRILLED HALLOUMI

HALLOUMI GRILLÉ

figs, hazelnut cake and lemon balsamic

Grilled Cypriot firm cheese, served hot. Accompanied by sweet figs for a sweet and savory contrast.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Our barbecue grilled meats

Barbecue

AUBRAC BEEF RIB STEAK BY THE CUT

CÔTE DE BOEUF D'AUBRAC À LA COUPE

88/Kg. depending on availability, minimum 1.1 Kg. 2 side dishes of your choice included

Imposing bone-in beef cut from the renowned Aubrac breed, known for its flavor. Grilled on the barbecue. Juicy and marbled.

€15~ ≈ $17.00

OUR MEADOW BEEF FILLET

ONGLET DE BOEUF DE NOS PRAIRIES

Long-fibered beef cut, known for its intense flavor (butcher's cut). Tender if rare.

€23~ ≈ $27.00

LOZÈRE LAMB SHOULDER

ÉPAULE D'AGNEAU DE LOZÈRE

cooked for 7 hours at low temperature, finished on the bbq. for 2, enough for 3

Whole lamb shoulder slow-cooked then grilled. The meat falls off the bone. Very tender and fragrant.

€78 ≈ $90.00

LAMB CHOPS

CÔTELETTES D'AGNEAU

the three

Three small grilled lamb chops from the barbecue. Tender meat and bones to gnaw on. Delicate flavor.

€27 ≈ $31.00

CAP BEACH PORK RIBS

RIBS DE COCHON DES PLAGES DU CAP

melt-in-your-mouth, cooked for 5h at low temperature

Marinated pork ribs, slow-cooked until very tender, then caramelized on the barbecue. Sweet and savory, and indulgent.

€26 ≈ $30.00

KNIFE-CUT SAUSAGE

SAUCISSE AU COUTEAU

from my childhood

Artisanal coarse-ground sausage, grilled. Firm texture and authentic seasoned meat flavor.

€18 ≈ $21.00

PORK NECK CHOP

CÔTE DE COCHON DANS L'ÉCHINE

marinated in satay, cooked for 3h at low temperature

Thick, marbled pork chop, marinated in satay spices (peanut, chili). Very tender thanks to slow cooking.

€25 ≈ $29.00

AVEYRON BRAISED CHICKEN

POULET BRAISÉ DE L'AVEYRON

Farm-raised chicken grilled on the barbecue. Crispy skin and juicy meat with a smoky flavor.

€17~ ≈ $20.00

WHOLE AVEYRON CHICKEN

POULET DE L'AVEYRON ENTIER

in its own juice

Whole chicken served with its cooking juices. Ideal for a family or group meal. Convivial and tasty.

€62 ≈ $72.00

PORK PLUMA

PLUMA DE COCHON

Very tender and flavorful Iberian pork cut from the tip of the neck. Seared on the barbecue.

€23 ≈ $27.00

Barbecue grilled fish

Fish and seafood

LINE-CAUGHT MACKEREL

MAQUEREAU DE LIGNE

cooked on the skin, served with its lemon butter sauce and small capers

Fresh grilled mackerel, served with a tangy butter and lemon sauce. Fatty fish, rich in flavor.

€22 ≈ $25.00

BRAISED WHOLE SEA BREAM

DAURADE ENTIÈRE BRAISÉE

on the barbecue. served in a pocket, marinated in a sauce flavored with turmeric, ginger, and preserved lemon, it is subtly spiced with green chili

Whole sea bream, opened and grilled, marinated in exotic spices. Delicate and fragrant white flesh.

€27 ≈ $31.00

TWO LARGE BLACK TIGERS

DEUX GROS TIGRES NOIRS

two large prawns with their garlic butter sauce, cooked a few minutes on the barbecue

Large prawns (gambas) quickly grilled. Served with garlic sauce. Firm and sweet flesh.

€26 ≈ $30.00

GRILLED LOBSTER

HOMARD GRILLÉ

béarnaise sauce

Fresh lobster, cut and grilled, served with a rich béarnaise sauce. Luxury dish with delicate flesh.

€39~ ≈ $45.00

GRILLED SQUID

SUPIONS GRILLÉS

preserved lemon and pistachio sauce

Small grilled squid, served with an original preserved lemon and pistachio chip sauce. Tender and fragrant.

€21 ≈ $24.00

GRILLED BRETON MACKEREL

MAQUEREAU BRETON GRILLÉ

with mustard

Grilled mackerel with mustard. Bold and tangy flavor.

€21 ≈ $24.00

WHOLE BBQ CHICKEN

LE LOUBAR ENTIER AU BBQ

Whole sea bass grilled on the barbecue. White, lean, and delicate flesh. Light smoky flavor.

€23 ≈ $27.00

Garnishes

Side dishes

FRIES

FRITES

portion

Fried potato sticks, golden and crispy. A timeless classic.

€6 ≈ $7.00

MASHED POTATOES in 2 textures

PURÉE en 2 textures

Mashed potatoes served with two different consistencies for varied enjoyment. Creamy and comforting.

€6 ≈ $7.00

SANDRINE APPLE

LA POMME SANDRINE

with curry leaf

Potato preparation flavored with curry leaves. Exotic flavor.

€6 ≈ $7.00

GREEN SALAD

SALADE VERTE

Mix of fresh salad leaves, dressed with a light vinaigrette.

€5 ≈ $6.00

CHAKALAKA

The "ratatouille" of South Africa

South African spicy vegetable relish (onions, tomatoes, peppers, beans). Piquant and tasty.

€7 ≈ $8.00

BROKEN RICE

RIZ CASSÉ

tieb style

Broken rice cooked in a tomato-scented broth, Senegalese style. Tender and aromatic.

€7 ≈ $8.00

ALLOCO

Fried plantains

Fried plantain slices. Soft texture and sweet taste. Popular in West Africa.

€7 ≈ $8.00

PAN-FRIED MUSHROOMS

POÊLÉE DE CHAMPIGNONS

Pan-fried mushrooms with garlic and parsley. Simple and tasty.

€7 ≈ $8.00

The Cap Platter

Sharing platter

The Cap Platter

La Palette du Cap

for 4. PORK RIBS, CHICKEN, SAUSAGE, BEEF FILLET, GRILLED BACON (Pork belly, Veal Chipolata).

Large assorted platter of various barbecue grilled meats (pork, chicken, beef, sausages). Ideal for tasting everything with friends.

€78 ≈ $90.00

Every Thursday lunchtime

Thursday lunch special

Essouira Couscous

Couscous d'Essouira

Semolina dish served with a stew of vegetables and meat, flavored with Moroccan spices.

€20 ≈ $23.00

With its orange carpaccio

Avec son carpaccio d'orange

As a dessert or side dish

Couscous menu version including a fresh dessert of oranges sliced with cinnamon.

€22.50 ≈ $26.00

Vegetarian couscous

Couscous végétarien

Meat-free version of couscous, rich in stewed vegetables and chickpeas.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Cocktails

Nelson's Cocktails

MOSCOW MULE

Cocktail based on vodka, spicy ginger beer, and lime juice. Served cold, often in a copper mug.

€13 ≈ $15.00

BLOODY MARY

Savory cocktail based on vodka and tomato juice, seasoned with spices, tabasco, and celery.

€16 ≈ $19.00

GREEN CUCUMBER

Refreshing cocktail probably based on gin and fresh cucumber.

€15 ≈ $17.00

PORNSTAR MARTINI

Fruity cocktail with vanilla vodka and passion fruit, served with a shot of prosecco on the side.

€17 ≈ $20.00

ESPRESSO MARTINI

Energizing cocktail with vodka, coffee liqueur, and freshly brewed espresso.

€13 ≈ $15.00

ORIKAS CAIPIRINHA

CAIPIRINHA DES ORIKAS

A variation of the classic Brazilian cocktail made with cachaça (cane rum), lime, and sugar.

€15 ≈ $17.00

NEL'S ON THE BEACH

Signature cocktail, likely fruity and summery, inspired by 'Sex on the Beach'.

€13 ≈ $15.00

LE MARIE GALANTE

Cocktail evoking the Antilles, probably based on agricultural rum.

€13 ≈ $15.00

SWEET CHAMBORD

Sweet cocktail using Chambord black raspberry liqueur.

€14 ≈ $16.00

GOLD AND MOJITO

A twist on the classic mojito (rum, mint, lime) with a golden touch or a premium ingredient.

€14 ≈ $16.00

PASSION COCO

Exotic mix of passion fruit and coconut. Sweet and tropical.

€13 ≈ $15.00

PASSION FRUIT WHISKY SOUR

WHISKY SOUR PASSION

Whiskey and lemon sour cocktail, with a passion fruit twist.

€15 ≈ $17.00

OUR BELLINI

BELLINI DE CHEZ NOUS

Sparkling cocktail made with prosecco and peach puree, with a homemade touch.

€13 ≈ $15.00

Wines

Selection of wines by the glass (13 cl)

CHARDONNAY IGP Pays d'Oc

WHITE

Dry and fruity white wine from the South of France. Notes of citrus and white flowers.

€6.30 ≈ $7.00

POUILLY-FUMÉ AOC Domaine Chauveau

WHITE. La Charmette

Renowned white wine from the Loire Valley with flinty (mineral) and citrus aromas.

€8.10 ≈ $9.00

CHABLIS AOC

WHITE

Dry and mineral white wine from Burgundy, very pure. Excellent with seafood.

€9.80 ≈ $11.00

JURANÇON AOC Domaine Castera moelleux

WHITE

Sweet and syrupy white wine from the Southwest. Notes of honey and exotic fruits.

€10 ≈ $12.00

PINOT NOIR IGP Le Versant

RED

Light and fruity red wine (red berries). Soft tannins.

€6.30 ≈ $7.00

MORGON OLD VINES DOMAINE du Petit Pérou

MORGON VIEILLES VIGNES DOMAINE du Petit Pérou

RED

Beaujolais wine, structured and full-bodied. Black fruit aromas.

€6.90 ≈ $8.00

SANG-MÊLÉ IGP Les portes du Tarn

RED

Southwestern red wine, likely an original blend.

€8.10 ≈ $9.00

CÔTES-DU-RHÔNE AOP

RED

Generous and spicy red wine from the Rhône Valley.

€8.80 ≈ $10.00

HAUT-MÉDOC AOC Victoria II

RED

Bordeaux red wine, elegant with present tannins. Cassis notes.

€9.80 ≈ $11.00

PAUILLAC AOC Fleur de Pédesclaux

RED

Prestigious Bordeaux red wine. Powerful, complex, and refined.

€12 ≈ $14.00

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