Le Mascaret - Réserver une table

We arrived around 2:30, which I agree is post a French lunch time. But we had ridden 40 miles fully loaded and were quite hungry. But despite being booked in for that night they couldn't stretch to providing any food whatsoever. And even more frustrating was that the restaurant was not open that evening. So there we were staying in a Michelin starred restaurant, and we couldn't eat there once, disaster. They were kind enough to give directions to the supermarket - very handy actually and well stocked, about 3 miles on the bike. So I went out and got some snacks for lunch. The room was the 'roses' one, and whilst highly decorative and very 'home made' styled, it was clean and pleasant. Weirdly there was a dishwasher in the room, again hand painted - would you bother? The bathroom as well appointed but windowless, good shower though, but curtained which is always a secondary preference to me over glass or tile. Overall very comfortable if a not a little 'fanciful' in decoration. They allowed us to keep our bikes near the room which was good. Television was so tiny (in comparison to most modern sets) it was nigh on impossible to watch - if that's your thing. We had to go out on the bikes in the evening for a 6 mile return ride to eat, in the nearby seaside town, see review for La Plancha, next time we'd maybe choose a different restaurant in the evening. Breakfast was good, clean simple fair, good bread, limited conserves, and a good coffee. Not sure I'd choose to stay in the area again, or maybe stay at the coast next time. Some beautiful properties for sale in the village nearby though....

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Whilst having frequented quite a few Michelin Starred restaurants for dinner this was my first luncheon at such an establishment. Whilst recognising the difference in price between a discounted lunch to the full extravaganza of an evening tasting menu and acknowledging that my expectations should be adjusted accordingly, I was very pleasantly surprised at the quality of the 25 euro three course lunch menu taken on the 2nd April 2015. Whilst you basically get what you are given in such a deal the wonderful selection of amuse bouches included the most wonderful slice of duck on toast. The boiled egg starter which followed may not sound too attractive but the obvious craft and guile of the chef in the making of the accompanying puree made it a culinary delight. The main course of catch of the day included the only slight disappointment as the cut of fish was not the best quality but the vegetables that came with it more than made up for this and once again considering the 25 euro price for three courses which were concluded with macaroons and ice cream really does mean you can not really expect the best cuts all the time. Another element worthy of note was some of the best pain de compagne I have ever tasted. The meal overall was truly excellent and very very good value although 43 euros for half a bottle of sancerre, a bottle of still water and one espresso is a remainder of what you would be paying to accompany the evening menu. All in all a very positive experience which makes me want to return for dinner.

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When I looked online and saw the menu, I couldn't believe the prices. A Michelin starred lunch at €25? The same price as the bistro 5 minutes away?No reason not to book!Finally we went for dinner and the 5 course tasting menu. Fresh flavors. 5 courses with plenty to eat without feeling stuffed at the end of the meal. True, there aren't tons of side veggies as some have noted, but there is more than enough to eat.And the bread... Homemade, with homemade butter, jams, chutneys, salts, honeys... Yes, I could have made a meal of the bread but then I would certainly have felt stuffed.The service is top of the line. Michelin gave them a star, so nothing surprising.The silverware is surprising and pleasant.A lovely dinner,Thank you so much to the entire team

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This Michelin one starred restaurant was a bit hard to find even with GPS in the car. The room they seated us in (we were the only lunch patrons) had a ballet theme with many framed tutus on the wall. After we ordered, a woman came to our table asking us what housemade condiments we wanted to try. She had many spices, salts, chutneys and sauces to choose from. At the end of the selection she told us that all of them were for sale at reception --this was very strange indeed and a bit tacky in my opinion. The food was good, but most all the items served had a "mousse-like" texture and were somewhat boring to eat. The presentation was not inspired. The service was superior.

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We spent a great NewYears night at this place. Nadia greeted us very warmheartedly and made sure everything was absolutely perfect.Great place to stay and a fantastic place to eat. The food prepared by Philippe has been recognised with a Michelin star and the wine was paired flawlessly. I would love to come back another time.

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