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Low FODMAP at L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon - Fine Dining Guide
Navigate low FODMAP dining at L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon in London. Tips for this two-Michelin-star French restaurant.
Last verified: January 1, 2025
✓ Safe Items to Order
| Item | Notes | Modifications |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled or Roasted Proteins | Fish, poultry, beef, lamb | Ask for no garlic, onion, or high-FODMAP seasonings |
| Simply Prepared Vegetables | Seasonal vegetables | Request low-FODMAP vegetables only |
| Plain Starches | Rice, potatoes | Request without cream or butter if lactose-sensitive |
✗ Items to Avoid
- • Garlic-based sauces and preparations
- • Onion, shallot, or leek preparations
- • The signature mashed potatoes (heavy butter/cream)
- • Classical French sauces
Example Orders
Counter Dining Approach
- ✓ Contact restaurant 48+ hours in advance
- ✓ The counter format allows chef interaction
- ✓ Discuss small plates individually
Tip: Counter seating around open kitchen
About L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon is a two-Michelin-star restaurant in London, part of the late Joël Robuchon’s renowned atelier concept with counter seating around an open kitchen.
Quick Summary
Best approach: Contact the restaurant 48-72 hours in advance. The small-plates format may allow for easier adaptation of individual dishes.
Key consideration: The famous mashed potato contains significant butter and cream.
This guide provides general FODMAP guidance for fine dining. Menu items change seasonally. Always confirm ingredients directly with the restaurant.