Kenneth Dernburg's table is among the good news in this part of town, a stone's throw from Place Stanislas and next door to Le Capucin Gourmand. It's a contemporary address with a meticulous decor, combining new and old elements: large solid wood beams, parquet flooring, an open kitchen and Scandinavian-style furniture. The chef delivers intuitive, modern cuisine, with occasional successful nods to classic recipes. We start with snacked langoustines, shellfish fumet, paprika and basil sabayon, langoustine and vegetable cake, all of which are beautifully coherent, followed by an interesting version of veal Wellington, green asparagus and glazed mushrooms. This year's dessert fell a little short of expectations, with a chocolate base that was too stiff. Very pleasant service.