Restaurant in AD500 Andorra la Vella, Andorra
Restaurant Versailles
Sophisticated French restaurant at Andorra Park Hotel offering haute cuisine in an elegant setting. Impeccable service, extensive wine list, and refined presentations of classic French dishes with modern touches.
Restaurant Versailles occupies the fine-dining room of the Andorra Park Hotel in Andorra la Vella, a property that has long been considered one of the principality's most prestigious addresses. The restaurant takes its name from the French royal palace, a deliberate nod to its aspirations: meticulous table service, silver-plated presentation, and cooking that draws deeply from the classical French repertoire while incorporating contemporary refinements.
The kitchen produces carefully constructed tasting and à la carte menus anchored by luxury ingredients. Foie gras terrine arrives with brioche and house-made fig jam, prepared with the precision expected at this price point. Lobster thermidor — one of the room's emblematic dishes — is prepared in a cognac-and-cream sauce finished under the broiler and returned to the shell tableside. Beef Wellington, a perennial signature, is executed in a full-fillet format with mushroom duxelles and a golden pastry crust, sliced at the table. Desserts lean toward classical French technique: crêpes Suzette, profiteroles, and a seasonal cheese board sourced from French and Spanish producers.
The dining room reflects the hotel's architectural ambitions: high ceilings, warm lighting, well-spaced tables with pressed linen, and a level of acoustic comfort rare in Andorra's restaurant scene. The dress code is smart casual at minimum; jackets are appreciated. The room accommodates approximately 50 covers, making it a favoured choice for business dinners, anniversaries, and formal celebrations.
The wine programme spans several hundred labels, with particular depth in Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Spanish Reservas. A sommelier is in attendance during dinner service and can advise on pairings across the tasting menu. By-the-glass selections rotate seasonally. A digestif trolley — cognacs, Armagnac, and curated Andorran spirits — completes the meal for those inclined.
Reservations are required and should be made at least two to three days ahead for weekend sittings, and further in advance during the winter ski season or August high season. The restaurant operates Tuesday through Saturday for dinner only; Sunday and Monday arrivals to Andorra will need to seek alternatives. Hotel guests receive priority reservation access. Parking in the Andorra Park Hotel garage is available to dining guests.
Signature dishes
- Foie gras terrine — $38
- Lobster thermidor — $58
- Beef Wellington — $62
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 20:00-23:00; Sunday-Monday closed
Reservations: Required
Visit / Book / Contact
- Phone: +376 877 777
Location
Andorra Park Hotel, Les Canals 24, AD500 Andorra la Vella
42.5086, 1.5234 — View on map
Highlights
- Signature Beef Wellington carved tableside in an elegant hotel dining room
- Extensive sommelier-led wine list with Bordeaux and Burgundy depth
- Lobster thermidor prepared in cognac-cream sauce — the room's emblematic dish
- Intimate 50-cover dining room with pressed linen and formal service
- Digestif trolley service featuring cognacs, Armagnac, and Andorran spirits
Tips
- Book at least 3 days ahead for weekends; during ski season reserve a week or more in advance.
- The restaurant serves dinner only (Tuesday–Saturday), so plan accordingly when scheduling Andorra la Vella evenings.
- Ask the sommelier to pair the tasting menu rather than ordering by the glass — the full pairing often offers significantly better value.
- Request a window table when reserving; the corner positions have the most space and best light.
- Hotel guests at Andorra Park Hotel receive priority reservation access — worth noting if staying there.
FAQ
Does Restaurant Versailles require a dress code?
Smart casual is the minimum expectation. Jackets are appreciated for gentlemen but not strictly enforced. Trainers, sportswear, and ski gear are out of place in the dining room.
Is Restaurant Versailles only for hotel guests?
No — the restaurant is open to non-hotel guests, though hotel guests receive priority when reservations are made. Walk-ins without a reservation are very unlikely to be accommodated.
What is the approximate cost of a full dinner with wine?
A three-course à la carte dinner with a glass of wine per person typically runs €90–130. A full tasting menu with wine pairing can reach €150–180 per person.
Does the restaurant offer a vegetarian menu?
The kitchen can accommodate vegetarian requests with advance notice at the time of reservation. The standard menu is predominantly focused on meat and seafood preparations.
Accessibility
The restaurant is accessed via the Andorra Park Hotel lobby, which has lift access from the street entrance. The dining room itself is on a single level with no steps between tables. Wheelchair users should inform the hotel when reserving to ensure an accessible table position is assigned.
When to visit
Dinner from Tuesday to Saturday year-round. The room is at its most atmospheric during winter ski season evenings; summer offers shorter queues and easier last-minute reservations.