3-Michelin-Star Restaurant
Michel Guérard ***

The Restaurant Michel Guérard has held three Michelin stars continuously since 1977. It also boasts 4 Toques in the Gault & Millau guide and is a member of Les Grandes Tables du Monde. The restaurant is one of two Michelin-starred dining experiences at the 5-star Relais & Châteaux Palace Les Prés d’Eugénie, the other being L’Orangerie (1 Michelin star since 2025).

In the kitchen, following the inspired legacy of Michel Guérard, Chef Hugo Souchet and the Eugénie culinary team now orchestrate the cuisine. Christine and Michel Guérard, who founded the restaurant and Les Prés d’Eugénie in 1974, have passed the artistic direction of the House down to their daughters, Adeline and Éléonore Guérard.

The cuisine at the Restaurant Michel Guérard is described as “naturalistic”: it marries grand French tradition, natural elements, poetry, and creativity. Among the signature dishes featured on our website are the Young Pigeon from Vielle-Tursan “en Bécasse,” the “Tourne-Feu” Lobster, the diaphanous Dim Sum “under the foam,” the “Queen of the Landes” Asparagus, the embers-glazed Foie Gras, and the “Cloud” Entremets of the Marquis de Béchamel. This is a cuisine born over fireplace embers, celebrating the beauty of the Aquitaine and French terroirs. Michel Guérard is also the creator of the pioneering Grande Cuisine Minceur gastronomic concept in 1975.

Three menus are available: the Palais Enchanté menu (the signature full tasting experience in 9 courses), the Jour de Fête menu (in 7 courses), and the Retour des Champs menu (in 4 courses). Each menu unfolds as a meticulously orchestrated journey of taste, served in the Empress’s Historic Salons—a true “living museum” of the property. For the other dining venues at Les Prés d’Eugénie, please visit our dedicated Dining page.

Yes, the Restaurant Michel Guérard offers a dedicated Grand Vegetarian Menu. Curated for lovers of fine botanicals, this menu offers a plant-based score in line with the Eugénie spirit, completely free of meat and fish. It is a succulent way to showcase the remarkable craftsmanship of the estate’s neighboring farmers. Special dietary requirements and allergies should be mentioned upon booking.

The Restaurant Michel Guérard welcomes guests in the Empress’s Historic Salons.
During the low season (from March to mid-July and from late August to December): Every evening except Monday and Tuesday, as well as Saturday and Sunday lunch.
During the high summer season (from July 17 to August 27): Lunch from Thursday to Sunday, and dinner every evening except Monday.
The House closes for a few weeks during the winter.

There are three ways to book: online via TheFork widget (instant confirmation), by phone at +33 5 58 05 06 07, or by email at reservation@lespresdeugenie.com. Reservations are highly recommended, especially during the high season and for special evenings (wine-pairing dinners, gastronomic events). To combine dinner with an overnight stay, please explore our gourmet packages.

Yes, the Restaurant Michel Guérard warmly welcomes non-hotel guests and accepts public reservations via TheFork. You can therefore book a table without an overnight stay. However, for a complete experience, the property offers gourmet packages combining a Michelin-starred dinner and a night’s stay. You are also welcome to browse our rooms and suites alongside your restaurant reservation.

The Restaurant Michel Guérard is located at the heart of the Grande Maison, within the Empress’s Historic Salons. This setting, described as the property’s “living museum,” immerses guests in the historic atmosphere of the imperial estate of Eugénie-les-Bains. The full address is: Les Prés d’Eugénie, 334 Rue René Vielle, 40320 Eugénie-les-Bains, Landes, France.

The Restaurant Michel Guérard was founded in 1974 by Christine and Michel Guérard at Les Prés d’Eugénie. It achieved its 3rd Michelin star in 1977 and has retained it continuously ever since. In 1975, Michel Guérard also created Grande Cuisine Minceur, a pioneering culinary concept that left a major mark on the history of French gastronomy. Today, the restaurant’s artistic direction is led by Adeline and Éléonore Guérard, with Hugo Souchet helming the kitchen.

While ties and tailored jackets are not mandatory, we greatly appreciate our guests’ sartorial efforts. A “casual chic” attire is considered the minimum standard.

Laetitia Andrews, our Head Sommelier, and her team curate a finely selected pairing for each seasonal menu, putting the spotlight on exceptional regional and French wines. The number of glasses served corresponds to the number of courses on the menu. Our cellar also offers non-alcoholic beverages and a dedicated dish & no-alcohol pairing.

Our menus are designed as complete culinary journeys, from the amuse-bouche to the final sweet delicacies (both of which are served in addition to the stated number of courses). The 4-course Retour des Champs menu can be enjoyed in under 2 hours. For the 7-course Jour de Fête menu, please allow 2.5 hours, and 3 hours for the Palais Enchanté menu. For each menu, the dishes and their quantities have been carefully portioned to ensure most appetites are perfectly satisfied without feeling overwhelmed.

Children of all ages are welcome at the Restaurant Michel Guérard. The Retour des Champs menu is perfectly adapted to their appetites, ideally from 8 years old. Other dining options can be arranged (such as the Children’s Menu from L’Orangerie) by contacting our team by phone at +33 5 58 05 06 07 or by email at reservation@lespresdeugenie.com. A babysitting service (available at an additional cost) can also be arranged upon request.