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Courgette Restaurant

Name: Courgette Restaurant
Address: 54 Marcus Clarke st, Canberra (ACT), 2601, Australia
Price range: $115 (Prices have been provided by the restaurant)
Rating: 9.4

9.4/10

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54 Marcus Clarke st, 2601 Canberra (ACT)See map

Average price $115

5 Course Degustation Lunch $85

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MENU 5 Course Degustation Lunch $85

For lunch we offer a 5 course degustation for $85 per person. Wine pairing is available for an extra $50 per person.

MENU 7 Course Degustation Dinner $125

For dinner we offer a 7 course degustation for $125 per person. Wine pairing is available for an extra $60 per person.

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Meet the Chef

From a young age James was inspired by the idea of being creative in the kitchen and moved to Europe to begin his career, making his way into the London kitchen of celebrity chef Marco Pierre White. After returning home, James accepted a position as sous chef at Quay. With a desire and passion to strike out on his own, James chose Canberra as the place in which to showcase his French-inspired Australian cuisine.

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Chef James Mussillon

Average price $115
Average price
Average price is calculated based on starter/main course or main course/dessert, excluding drinks. Prices have been provided by the restaurant. The average price is indicative.

7 Course Degustation Dinner $125

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Courgette Blossom, Sun dried=dried tomato, Basil, Mozzarella & Baked Tomato Coulis

Warm Celeste fig and quince custard tart

Yuzu sesame seed crusted Atlantic salmon

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Reviews

9.4/10

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Natasha W.
2 December 2021 • 1 review
9.5/10
We had a lovely birthday lunch. Food was superb and service was excellent. Catering for vegetarian option was wonderful. Would definitely go back.

Dan D.
29 November 2021 • 1 review
9.5/10
The 5 course Degustation absolutely perfect. The variation for each course superb. Quality of each dish and the size all perfect. The matching wines took this to the next level.

Cheryl D.
16 November 2021 • 5 reviews
5.5/10
Have been to Courgette several times now. It has been a "go to" for special events. Not so special tonight. No wow factor in 5/7 courses. Beef dish and dessert were fabulous.

Angela K.
16 November 2021 • 12 reviews
10/10
Great presentation, and great cuisine

Paula S.
8 November 2021 • 1 review
10/10
We took important clients to Courgette for dinner and we’re very impressed with the quality of food, service and ambience. Not noisy and the table was large and seats spaced out co

Fiona H.
11 August 2021 • 1 review
9/10
My partner and I had the seven-course degustation for his birthday dinner (and we both had our birthdays there last year) - always excellent, and thankfully we were there the night

Roger K.
11 August 2021 • 1 review
10/10
A great way to celebrate our 49th wedding anniversary. Courgette is a top class restaurant. We enjoyed every course (one for each seven years together).

Nita C.
9 August 2021 • 1 review
10/10
As usual the service was impeccable, the food was to die for, and the restaurant itself is a lovely quiet place even though other diners were there, we didn't notice them. Such a joy to visit.

Vicki F.
31 July 2021 • 3 reviews
10/10
We love Courgette for fine dining. The degustation menu is fantastic, delicious food which is very well presented. The staff and service is very excellent and the presentastion of

Nelly J.
24 July 2021 • 2 reviews
10/10
Excellent…. Always !

SAMANTHA S.
21 July 2021 • 1 review
10/10
Amazing service and experience. Food was incredible and I cannot wait to go back soon. I have already told my friends who haven’t been that they must go ASAP - with me!

Mohan M.
21 July 2021 • 12 reviews
10/10
One of the best fine dining restaurants in Canberra. Dishes are perfectly cooked and exquisitely presented, as you would expect. Been here often; never disappointed. James is alway

Alison O.
20 July 2021 • 1 review
10/10
We love Courgette. It is a canberra icon and a very special place. The food is delicious. I always come away relaxed and soothed. The staff are delightful. Its our special spot.

Scott R.
2 July 2021 • 8 reviews
9/10
One of our favourite Canberra restaurants that we haven’t been to in some time. While the quality of the food, service and atmosphere remain top notch, we were a little disappointe

John M.
28 June 2021 • 1 review
9.5/10
Great food, discrete but professional service. Definitely a favourite dining experience

Sarah B.
26 June 2021 • 2 reviews
10/10
As always the food and atmosphere was fantastic.

Michele M.
5 June 2021 • 1 review
10/10
It was a brilliant and very memorable dining experience at Courgette. Our party of 8 were given a private room and it was perfect for celebrating my husband's special birthday with the family.

Estelle And Peter S.
22 May 2021 • 1 review
10/10
Our anniversary evening was everything we hoped for and more. Every mouthful was a treat. Our seat by the window was a bonus. We were made to feel special and the degustation menu

Trisha S.
22 May 2021 • 13 reviews
9/10
We were visiting from Sydney and meeting up with a friend in Canberra. The restaurant was in the city and has parking available on the Saturday. We all had the 5 course degustat

Dimitri L.
10 May 2021 • 1 review
10/10
Courgette treated us to a fantastic evening dining experience with a wonderful ambience, great food, superb service and an overall wonderful experience,

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How to get to the restaurant

54 Marcus Clarke st, 2601, Canberra (ACT), Australia

Directions to get there

Free Dinner Parking from 6:00pm: Parking is available for our guests at night on the left of the restaurant up the ramp. We offer free parking exclusively at night for our guests on the left of our restaurant up the ramp past the boom gate which will be o

About the restaurant

You say zucchini, I say Courgette

Courgette is to restaurants what Bentleys are to cars – seriously luxurious. Located in the heart of Canberra city, expect French, fine fare from this frequently gong-winning restaurant. Dishes may appear to be simple but they rely on the freshest of ingredients and adventurous pairings to delight diners – and they've managed to collect chefs' hats every year for the past three years. Whether you want a three-course lunch or four course a la carte dinner, you had better be prepared to make some difficult choices. You should also ready yourself for dishes that delight the eye and sing on the tongue. Try the roasted Jerusalem artichoke, asparagus and eschalot with garlic foam, hazelnuts and lemon dressing. Alternatively, you may prefer the black Angus grange fillet of beef with pomme fondant (very fancy mashed potatoes), French lentils with heirloom carrots and olive jam. Expect courteous staff, well presented food and quality wines matched to your meal.

Best dish: Prosciutto wrapped, pan-seared scallops, confit chicken wings with pea mousse, lemon olive oil balsamic reduction