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At Hôtel Bleu in Carry-le-Rouet, the restaurant L’Oursin offers a refined dining experience that draws directly from the Mediterranean landscape that surrounds it. The restaurant was recognised with a recommendation in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide, a nod to the precise, passionate work of Chef Ilane Tinchant. His cooking is described as “distinctive Mediterranean cuisine,” crafted with a clear sense of place and a dedication to quality.
The setting itself is integral to the meal. Hôtel Bleu presents itself as a "journey between sky and sea," and L’Oursin shares that perspective. With a beachfront location on the Côte Bleue, diners look out over the water where fishing boats come and go. It is a scene of Provence at its most authentic — one where the salt air and the region’s colours find their way onto the plate.
The restaurant is a fine-dining destination that balances elegance with the relaxed spirit of the coast. The cuisine is Mediterranean and seasonal, with the chef sourcing ingredients that speak of the local land and sea. While the menu changes with the market, the style is consistent: precise, ingredient-led, and deeply connected to the area.
L’Oursin serves lunch and dinner, with tasting menus and wine pairings available. The atmosphere is refined yet welcoming, designed for a meal that feels unhurried and complete. Guests can also book a private chef experience or culinary classes, deepening their connection to the kitchen’s approach.
Inside Hôtel Bleu, the restaurant is part of a larger experience that includes the Nina Bar and the Spa Bleu by PHYTÖMER. But L’Oursin stands on its own as a destination — a place where the lightness of the Mediterranean is expressed through serious, high-level cooking. Whether you are staying at the hotel or travelling specifically for a Michelin-recommended meal, the restaurant delivers on its promise of sun, sea, and expertly crafted flavour.
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