24/08/2026: I must say we were expecting a nice experience, but not on this level: there aren't words strong enough in French to describe the incredible and truly exceptional moment we experienced!
While we had planned to swim at our favorite spot in the village of Cassis near the restaurant, we decided to have dinner at the brasserie first, as we weren't "dressed" for a fine dining establishment according to custom!
I still decided to ask if there was a table available and if they would allow us to be seated in the fine dining room. And from there, our dream began, thanks to the intelligence and kindness of the receptionist, who spontaneously offered me trousers (yes, really! Instead of shorts), and luckily, we had a table available (on a Sunday evening, no less!). He also informed his boss, Dimitri, who trusted him (more emotional intelligence…), and we were able to have dinner. The final result, which many French restaurants would do well to emulate in order to occasionally break away from the norm, is that we had a wonderful, truly "timeless" experience, as we remarked at the end. From the sommelier Hortense to the various servers (even the trainee), all young and displaying a professionalism worthy of a 3-Michelin-starred establishment: attentive, perfectly timed, with impeccable timing, and above all, personalized service tailored to each customer's pace! French luxury in a magical setting—it's simply flawless!
And to top it all off, Dimitri came to see us at the till when we paid the bill, even though, for once, he was dining with his family (because, as he explained, it was a small service with three-quarters of the terrace full!). His team reflects his own character, achieving world-class standards in every aspect I personally expect from a restaurant (and I travel extensively and have done so for a long time, so I can modestly make some comparisons): plus, a rare humanity and emotional intelligence! So we'll be back soon to try the other menu (fewer courses), and I already recommended the place to a friend this lunchtime who's going with his wife.
When everything is perfect, you deserve to work and do business. We wish you all the best for the future: proud to be French when our French culture (fabulous food and wine pairing thanks to Hortense) is so beautifully showcased.
"The man in Bermuda shorts" (thank you for making us dream 😍)
23/08/2026: Exceptional 😃. A warm welcome and impeccable service. A fabulous setting, with views of Cap Canaille and, of course, the Mediterranean. We were made to feel very welcome, expected, and pampered. Nothing was lacking. From the divine aperitif to the desserts, everything was perfect. An explosion of flavors, carefully considered combinations, and dishes as beautiful to look at as they were to eat. Delicious little extras at the beginning and end of the meal. We received excellent wine recommendations and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The sommelier took the time to talk with us and returned to our table to chat and check that everything was alright. Your dish was always clearly explained, and the service was attentive without being intrusive… the staff was charming! We appreciated Marielle Droisneau's presence and Dimitri's rounds of the tables, where he took the time to chat at the end of service. An unforgettable experience.
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