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L'Heliopic Akashon Restaurant

A retro chic mountain restaurant serving delicious local food in an amazing setting

Location
Chamonix

This restaurant is located at the foot of the Aiguille du Midi lift in the four star Hotel l'Heliopic. It's the perfect setting to enjoy an evening meal with friends or for a romantic getaway.

In addition to 102 modern and comfortable rooms, this innovative hotel hosts a NUXE spa and swimming pool, as well as its newly refurbished gourmet restaurant. Re-named "Akashon", meaning "surprise" in local dialect, a visit here will be an unforgettable journey for the senses.

New for winter 2024, Daniele Raimondi joined the kitchen team - nspired by his Italian roots and with experience in Michelin-starred establishments, he offers authentic, creative cuisine.

His cuisine blends French gastronomy with the heart and soul of traditional Italian food. His emphasis is on fresh, high-quality ingredients with a particular focus on reimagining risottos that change with the season, and homemade pasta.

The wine cellar is overflowing with treasures that will perfectly compliment your menu choices.

The restaurant is open for dinner from 19:00 to 22:00. You can eat inside or outside on the terrace with fantastic views of the Aiguille du Midi.

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