L'Observatoire du Gabriel

Dinner at L’Observatoire du Gabriel was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, the service was impeccable, warm, professional, and perfectly attentive without being intrusive. The “Le Complice” menu was an absolute masterpiece. We began with the Citron and Vegetable Palette, fresh and full of delicate balance, followed by the Foie Gras and Cauderan, which was smooth and perfectly seasoned. From the ocean selection, the Fried Sole and Chambertin Sauce was refined and flavorful, while the Bordelaise Red Mullet with boulangère potatoes and sea urchin tongues was a true highlight of creativity and taste. For the main course, the Sweetbreads of Valencienne in a Pan and the Mallard Aiguillettes Petit Barey were both exceptional, tender, and beautifully paired with the rich sauces and sides. Dessert was a dream. The Soufflé Cabrié Crêpe Cake with light chocolate cream and almond ice cream was the perfect finale to an extraordinary dinner. The atmosphere was elegant and intimate, with every detail thoughtfully curated. Everything, the food, the service, and the ambiance, was absolutely amazing. A true fine dining experience that I will remember for a long time.

a 2-Michelin-starred establishment that truly exceeded my expectations. The dishes were expertly executed, with each bite showcasing the chef's skill and creativity. The sole and mussels were cooked to perfection, with a delightful combination of forest mushrooms adding depth to the dish. The wild duck was also a highlight, with a piquant grape and curry leaf flavor that added a fascinating twist to the rich meat. But the true stars of the show were the desserts. The cannelé, in particular, was a standout - crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and bursting with flavor. Overall, I was impressed by the high level of technique and attention to detail that went into every aspect of our meal. We requested for our meal to end within 2 hours and they accommodated . If you're looking for a truly exceptional dining experience. Wasn’t sure why some reviewed that service wasn’t up to par. We found servers proficient in English and attentive .

Incredible experience in Bordeaux, with professional and helpful service, notably on their own cheese cellar and wine reco. There is consistency all along, and with a signature on everything jus, sauce, all that makes the dishes and products shine. Among the best sauces I’ve had in a Michelin. The two Michelin stars are absolutely well deserved here, and I’ll surely get back to the place to see what the Chef and his team can do with other products from Sring season.

This restaurant was very promising but did not deliver. The food was great - well presented with good flavours. The service started okay but became poor. As you would expect a comprehensive wine list. There were fruit flies buzzing around which was an unwelcome distraction.

I want to start by saying that this review is not entirely fair, as I did not get to try any "real" food. I was part of a gastronomy experience, and we stopped here for our final destination, a desert tasting. And our desert offerings were a few slices of cheese, and a black forest cake. Very underwhelming, and honestly it felt cheap. To further add insult, I asked for an Old Fashioned, only to provided with a cocktail that must have been 75% simple syrup, it was so sweet. And for the zest factor, they did not shave an orange peel and crush it to put it in, they simply put a couple of orange slices in it. In all my travels, I have never seen that. Couldnt taste any zest anyway, the drink was so sweet. Those very significant gripes aside, the location is amazing. The staff seemed very professional and courteous. I wish I had been part of the group that had tried real food there!

We visited Observatoire du Gabriel with high expectations, given its two Michelin stars. Unfortunately, the experience was not as expected and, at times, even frustrating. On the positive side, the food was well-executed and beautifully presented. The dishes were technically refined and flavorful. However, the timing of the courses was unacceptable. There was a 40-minute gap between the second and third course (the main courses), which completely broke the rhythm of the meal and diminished the overall experience. All other plates were also coming with a lot of delay but not as much as this one. We stayed there for 3.5 hrs due to these delays, hence we got very tired and really wanted to leave after the 2.5 hrs. Service was, frankly, very basic (they were not synchronized and they didnt explained well the courses, they even brought two plates wrong and took them back). At one point, we were taken to a separate room to be served a soup and — as we were told — to have a brief moment with the chef, where we could ask questions and interact. However, once the chef arrived and realized we spoke English and not French, he didn’t say anything, and left immediately, which was both rude and disheartening. In summary, despite the quality of the food, the overall experience was not worthy of two Michelin stars. If service and organization are not improved significantly, it's hard to see how this restaurant will maintain its standing in the world of fine dining.

Great location in a historic building. We had our dinner at second floor. Service was very attentive and on point, we had a 3 causes menu which was very good and all the ingredients. we all had a different cocktails and some had Champagne. Paired with food well. Cheese selection was the best part to me!!!

Excellent fine dining experience. They’re clearly pushing for more Michelin accolades so now is a great time to go. You get chef’s table treatment and plenty of staff to attend to your every whim. The food was excellently cooked and they were trying some interesting flavours and experiences. The setting is perfect as well.