Avis LE LOGIS DE LA CADÈNE Saint-Emilion

I find the negative reviews laughable. This is an outstanding restaurant, and I say this as someone who regularly goes to two- and three-star restaurants in Barcelona. We entered almost casually with our kids (3 and 6) while visiting St. Emilion, well aware of how challenging this could be for the staff; they surprised us with an impromptu menu for our children, and a waiter even brought colors and paper to entertain them. We tried the Market Menu with wine pairing (we didn't want to test our kids' patience with a three-hour course), and found the quality to be, simply put, sublime. Flavors were stark and recognizable (especially the mushroom entree), the wine a perfect match. Charming location and highly professional service. A star well deserved indeed.

Tout simplement admirable ! Des chambres superbes, cosy à souhait, un vrai cocon! Que de détails !Plus une chambre d’hôtes qu’un hôtel.
Pour le restaurant ce fut une immense surprise dans ce haut lieu touristique français! Il aurait pu se contenter d’être bon voir très bon mais non c’est une vrai excellence culinaire ! Le service est chaleureux, plus qu’attentionné ! Personnalisé à souhait et empathique pour sur réagir à des allergies et intolérances alors que, logeant dans l’établissement, nous n’avions pas réservé de table et bénéficié d’une disponibilité de dernière minute organisée par le chef de salle.
Vraiment un établissement à privilégier pour un séjour gourmand !
Un pari sur une deuxième étoile ne serait pas perdu d’avance…
Une mention spéciale pour l’originalité de la cave à fromage.
Un grand bravo à toute l’équipe !

Nous avons dîner mi-mai en terrasse dans ce restaurant étoilé du centre de Saint-Emilion.
Comment dire…
Le prestige de l’établissement (appartenant à la famille De Boüard, comme la fameuse propriété Château Angélus) nourrit des attentes tout comme le parcours des deux maîtres des lieux le Chef T.Gamba & le Directeur de restaurant & de la Sommellerie A.Cuvillier.
Nous avons pris place sur cette terrasse nichée en plein de cœur du village. La lueur des bougies sur tables et la lumière des cuisine au loin sur la petite place ce font écho. Pas de nappe ni de chichi ici, de l’élégance pure et du professionnalisme.
L’accueil est sincère et sympathique.
Les conseils avisés nous guide au cœur des menus et de la carte des vins (magnifique soit dit en passant!!).
Des amuses bouches jusqu’au dessert, le chef nous épate. Une cuisine pleine d’éclat, beaucoup d’équilibre, de suavité & des beaux produits choisis sans nul doute avec minutie.
Les conseils de la sommellerie sont … parfaits, une carte des vins imposante et pleine de tentations à des prix alléchants, on se laisse guider à des découvertes qui résonne avec la cuisine du chef avec une délicatesse insolente.
Il ne faut par faire l’impasse, sur le fromage, qui à sa propre pièce dans le restaurant. Et sur le monsieur qui nous la présenté avec une énergie et une passion hors norme (ancien fromager, fraîchement reconvertis en restauration).
Bref, la cuisine est de haut vol, la salle aussi et surtout chaque membre des équipes semble apporté sa touche à l’edifice. Le cœur est à l’ouvrage, et je crois que l’ensemble fait du logis de la Cadène une grande maison, pleine d’avenir… ✨
À faire absolument si vous êtes dans la région.

Merci aux équipes, bravo aux maestro.
Nous reviendrons l’appétit plus aiguisé que jamais !

Une expérience culinaire d’exception

Dès notre arrivée, le logis de la Cadène nous transporte dans un univers raffiné, à la fois sobre et élégant. Le service est irréprochable : attentif sans être envahissant, avec un personnel passionné qui connaît parfaitement les produits de la mer et les accords mets-vins.

La cuisine, quant à elle, frôle la perfection.

Je recommande sans hésitation !

What a fantastic meal! We visited Logis de la Cadène while in Saint-Émilion, and it truly exceeded all expectations. The food was absolutely delicious—each dish was perfectly prepared and full of flavour. The tasting menu was an amazing experience, and every bite was a treat. The wine pairings were spot on too, making the whole meal even better.

The staff were friendly and made great recommendations, and the atmosphere was just right—elegant but relaxed. Definitely worth the visit if you're in the area. Highly recommend trying the soufflé for dessert—it's out of this world!

Will definitely be back next time we're in St-Émilion!

Une expérience incroyable au Logis de la Cadène ! Cadre magnifique, service attentionné, et des plats d’une grande finesse. Chaque assiette est un concentré de saveurs, avec des sauces absolument délicieuses. Un vrai moment de bonheur

OUI ! ENCORE ! Je prends rarement le temps de commenter mes expériences gastronomiques mais ici .. comme un temps suspendu .. je m'arrête pour crier ! Crier un grand OUI et un grand ENCORE !
envoyez auprès du Chef Thibaut Gamba tous les cuisiniers stagiaires de France pour perfectionner leur approche des sauces, la délicatesse des accords, et le goût ! tout simplement. Des émotions variées sur chaque plat, un cadre enchanteur et une équipe de service à l'écoute et aux petits soins.. je m'engage à crier encore et encore pour la table du Logis de la cadène à Saint-Emilion et le voyage offert par le chef Thibaut Gamba et toute son équipe !!! brillant .. à glisser impérativement sur toutes les bucket listes

We had high expectations for our dinner at Logis de la Cadène, given its Michelin star and reputation as one of the premier dining destinations in Saint-Émilion. The setting itself is lovely — a charming, historic building in the heart of the village, with a warm and elegant atmosphere that sets the stage beautifully. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not quite live up to what we had hoped for.

The food was, frankly, just so-and-so. While the plating was beautiful and clearly crafted with care, the flavors and execution felt underwhelming and somewhat forgettable, especially when judged against the high standard you expect from a Michelin-starred kitchen. Nothing we tasted stood out as exceptional, and some dishes even felt flat in terms of seasoning and creativity.

What really disappointed us, though, was the level of service. In a restaurant of this caliber, the service should be attentive, polished, and almost intuitive — making you feel cared for without being intrusive. Instead, it felt inconsistent and inattentive, with long waits between courses, staff who seemed rushed or distracted, and little of the warmth or finesse you expect from fine dining. This lack of attention to detail in the service really took away from the experience.

On a positive note, the sommelier was excellent. He was knowledgeable, personable, and made thoughtful recommendations that complemented the meal well. His expertise and approach were a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing evening.

All in all, the meal felt overpriced for what was delivered — both in terms of the food and the experience. A Michelin star carries a promise of excellence, and unfortunately, Logis de la Cadène fell short of that promise for us. With more care in the kitchen and, above all, much more attentive and polished service, it could truly shine. But as it is now, it feels more like you’re paying for the name and the setting rather than for a truly memorable dining experience.

Perfect experience from start to finish! Friendly staff, beautiful patio and local fresh ingredients! If you have a wine tasting to go to, they will let you know which menus take what amount of time so you can enjoy your meal in a relaxed manner and also make your appointment. Highly recommend!

We had high expectations for this restaurant in the historic centre of St Emilion, however we were disappointed.
We were given a table
Outdoors, as there was a large group inside which took all the tables. There was however a second, empty dining room, but we were told we couldn’t use it. Our table was too big for 6 people, it made it difficult to all talk to each other.
It was super hot under the cheap seats pastiche sheet and there were some insects. No fan was available.
The table had no tablecloth and the decor was awful, it certainly did not represent fine dining.
The food was very hit and miss: for example the goat cheese and balsamic vinegar dessert was awful, nobody ate it.
Definitely not worth the money. There are better restaurants in the area.

Hi
I am writing to inform you how disappointed our stay was with you.

On arrival your reception was abrupt and rude . No explanation of the property or facilities was given
No help with parking offered.
There was no coffee in the room nor internet. We had to argue for 5 minutes for coffee.

That night we dined at restaurant, having booked this in April

We were shown to a small table at the rear , and were confused because we had asked for a front garden table on arrival

After changing table , the waiting and sommelierer staff were aloof, condescending and out of a bad Fawlty Towers episode. They remained angry talking beside us and the whole dinner @ over 600 USD was painful and poor.
The food was excellent but the demeanour improbable .
We left upset , I then had to have a verbal angry refusal for coffee, to be brought to the room in the morning.
Breakfast was rude. No explanation of the eggs and other dishes was given. The coffee was served cold and the staff hid, possibly sensing my concerns.
Your staff and facilities are an insult and this was confirmed with other guests. No warmth, courtesy or kindness was exuded.

This hotel is okay but could be so much better. ||Room |- Does not have block-blinds, or a fridge|- The beds are quite small, double I think|- The Air-conditioning is very average. We had the temperature set as low as possible and it was still quite warm.|- Other things like cupboard doors that don’t close properly so keep swinging open and you have to secure them with a tiny key that’s really annoying and drops out so you have to search for it… dodgy door knobs etc. Our room was ‘1985’, I think they’re all a little different.||Breakfast - There is a very basic buffet. On our first day we were offered coffee and sometime later eggs from the kitchen. On the second day it may just have been an off day for the staff but having been there for 30mins we asked for eggs as it was near 10am when breakfast finishes. The waiter returned to tell us the kitchen had finished…. This was 10.01am. Not a big deal but really come on! There were 4 tables the entire time we were at breakfast so really not busy. Things that you expect are pretty basic like water being brought to the table doesn’t just happen, you have to ask for it.||In summary the staff were mainly helpful and friendly, but the hotel, well it’s fine but with some small tweaks could be quite good. And in this price range it should better.

Restaurant is a Michelin star. Excellent.

So perfect.. super food and service

Restaurant review.
We had a wonderful experience at Logis de la Cadène. The food was absolutely delicious, we chose the Market Menu and were impressed by the balance, creativity, and flavors in every dish. Compliments to the chef for such a thoughtful and refined meal. A truly memorable dining experience!

Boutique stay with charming room. Restaurant was an experience with world class food, wine and service. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.

Nous avions fait spécialement le détour pour Thibaut Gamba, jeune chef prometteur découvert à Lille voici 3 ans.
Quel repas !
Toute sa personnalité s'exprime sans son menu " Le Généreux".
Chaque proposition est un tableau, dans une harmonie totale.
La perfection, des amuse-bouches aux mignardises.
Aucune fausse note. Ce qui est rarissime.
Le meilleur sabayon jamais dégusté ( oursin à la bergamote) accompagnant l'asperge verte des Landes parfaitement confite.
La délicate langoustine grillée au barbecue (avec cette petite touche fumée), posée sur une bisque XO d'anthologie.
Le plat terre/mer avec le ris de veau rôti condiment puntarelle et anchois, jus aux herbes anisés.
Mais il serait injuste d'oublier la fine tartelette de sarrasin aux champignons ciselés ou le délicieux turbot avec son beurre de carottes et l'émulsion de concentré de têtes au shiso.
Nous retraverserons la France avec plaisir pour venir déguster d'autres délices.
Le chef est clairement sur le chemin d'une deuxième étoile.
Merci pour ce moment parfait.

在Semillion小镇中央偶然发现这家米其林一星。从欢迎小食开始每道菜都充满创意带来的惊喜，还没到正餐，我甚至已经饱了。然而正餐继续惊喜，除了口味稍微有点偏咸。每道菜都好爱，尤其鳌虾和蘑菇。

RESTAURANT REVIEW

My wife and I had the pleasure of celebrating our anniversary at Logis de la Cadène, and it was without question one of the most unforgettable dining experiences of our lives. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was intimate and elegant without ever feeling pretentious—a perfect match for the historic charm of Saint-Émilion.

Each course was a masterclass in balance, creativity, and flavor. The attention to detail in both presentation and execution was second to none. You could tell the kitchen takes pride not just in the food itself, but in crafting a full sensory experience. Every bite sparked conversation and awe—exactly what you hope for in a special occasion meal.

The staff were warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making our night memorable. Their wine recommendations were spot-on, and the pacing of the evening was flawless. We never felt rushed, only cared for.

It’s rare to find a place that gets everything right, but Logis de la Cadène did just that. It was more than a meal—it was a celebration of food, place, and time together. We’ll carry the memory with us for years to come.

Nous avons passé un fantastique déjeuner au Logis de la Cadène, vraiment ! Un personnel radieux, bienveillant avec un oeil expert et affuté sur nos besoins et envies. On parle ici d'art lorsque le service est à ce niveau qualitatif... Que dire de la cuisine... Bon sang, mais pourquoi n'ont-il pas 2 étoiles Michelin ? Cuissons, assaisonnements et justesse des saveurs exceptionnels, créativité, inventivité, bref ! Un grand moment ! Et la carte des vins regorge de flacons à tomber à la renverse : Gangloff, Lafon, Reynaud, A. Vatan, Richard Leroy, etc... Bref ! De quoi s'amuser à prix raisonnables, voir très raisonnables... ????????

Gorgeous location but extremely awkward/dangerous to access with luggage or less than perfect mobility due to very steep, slippery cobbled streets all around. I wish I'd realised how difficult accessing would be before booking as I was travelling with my 82-year-old father and we had 2 weeks' worth of luggage with us

Un véritable coup de cœur à Saint-Émilion.
Le Logis de la Cadène allie à la perfection raffinement, cuisine sincère et accueil chaleureux.
Chaque plat est une belle surprise, maîtrisé et parfaitement exécuté, dans un cadre charmant et apaisant.
Le service est attentionné, discret mais présent, à l’image de l’élégance du lieu. Une adresse qui mérite pleinement sa réputation — on y vit une véritable expérience gastronomique, authentique et mémorable.

Nous avons dîner au restaurant en couple. C'était une découverte gustative du début à la fin. Des plats raffinés, un service de très haute qualité. Je recommande à 100%

Excellente expérience gastronomique avec un accueil incroyable, merci au Chef et à toute son équipe pour ce très bon moment !

L’avenir de la gastronomie française est assuré…! Merci et bravo à Thibaut Gamba et à toute son équipe pour ce dîner absolument parfait !

Très bien propre bravo restez comme ça rien a dire merci

J ai adoré ce lieu intimiste avec une excellente cuisine gastronomique.

Merveilleux endroit, merveilleuse cuisine dans un lieu intimiste et chaleureux...

This was the best meal I have ever eaten. Very local and french. Wine list was bigger than some phone books. Impeccable service. Fantastic experience. Met the chef to thank him. Fantastic meal!

Excellent small hotel and restaurant. With fantastic wines from Chateau Angelus.