la marine sur Noirmoutier-En-L'Ile

Our taste buds were in heaven (thanks to the chef and his young team...) 😋👏 5 stars for this 3-star restaurant because here it's all about flavors, surprises, daring touches—in short, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. 🍾😃👍 A delightful journey through origins, colors, aromas, flavors, textures... A truly great restaurant! Alexandre Couillon takes us beyond the port... elsewhere... and sometimes quite far away. From here to elsewhere... like a voyage at sea.

A truly moving experience at the end of this dinner. A timeless moment, orchestrated by exquisitely refined service. Thank you to Alexandre and Céline Couillon for this unique experience that we will not soon forget.

Wow. We came for dinner last night for a special occasion, having made a reservation almost a year in advance. Everything was wonderful. From the moment we arrived, with the short film that immediately set the mood, to the decor, everything was meticulously planned. We loved being able to see the chef and his team in the kitchen and greet them before sitting down to eat. The service was incredibly kind (don't change a thing!), always available to answer any questions. Céline and her sommelier spoke passionately about each wine they had selected, which made the experience even more enjoyable. And of course, the food: each dish more beautiful and delicious than the last, perfectly executed. Bravo! Special mention for the sourdough bread—what a joy to taste such incredible bread in a restaurant. To date, this is the most wonderful gastronomic experience we have had at a Michelin-starred restaurant. THANK YOU for this magnificent memory.

La Marine, the new version. What can I say? A completely redesigned space; it feels like we've never been there before! A doorbell, as if we were entering a private club, a short film on a giant screen to set the mood and whet our appetites. Very impressive, we couldn't wait to get to the heart of the matter. That's when we discovered the breathtaking new decor, as if we were in a sea cave, with a carpet depicting dunes! Then began the enchanting ballet of amuse-bouches… the six courses, the desserts (we preferred the first to the second, a matter of taste, no doubt), the petit fours, the homemade bread and brioche, each more exceptional than the last. We lack the words to describe all these flavors, all these harmonies. We were able to appreciate the flavors of the sea and those from Alexandre Couillon's vegetable garden, which blended generously and subtly. Everything was delicious, inventive, and delicate. The presentation extends to the plates themselves. A true spectacle! The service is impeccable. This extraordinary journey to L'Herbaudière, at the very tip of Noirmoutier Island, is a unique experience. Upon leaving, the sleepy harbor contrasts sharply with the warmth and refinement of La Marine – a three-Michelin-starred restaurant, without a doubt.

Truly exceptional and delighted to have been welcomed. Bravo and thank you to the entire team for the elegance of this place and this cuisine.

Our visit at the end of August, "there are moments that are almost too perfect," reminded us of the golden age of Michel Bras, maritime style! Thank you to the chef and the entire team!

Exceptional. I lack superlatives. An unforgettable taste experience. Quality staff. An approachable chef. Unforgettable.

Exceptional from A to Z, both in terms of the quality of the service and the dishes offered. Hats off to the entire establishment for the work accomplished.

Exceptional in every way: warm welcome, incredible flavors, perfectly cooked dishes, sublime presentation. A simple mackerel fillet becomes a divine dish in the chef's hands! I also admire the careers and resilience of Alexandre and Céline - hats off to them! One small note: when pairing food and wine, I find it a bit of a shame to limit ourselves to Loire wines; in this price range, there are so many amazing wines, for example, from the Côtes du Rhône or Languedoc.

A moment suspended in emotion. A perfect welcome and remarkably fine cuisine.