Restaurant in Théoule-sur-Mer, France
Two consecutive Michelin stars. Book early.
L'Or Bleu holds a Michelin star for the second consecutive year (2024 and 2025) under Chef Alain Montigny, with a sea-facing room in Théoule-sur-Mer and a 4.8 Google rating from 237 guests. At €€€€, it is the clearest case for a dedicated dinner stop between Cannes and Saint-Raphaël. Book well ahead — it fills fast.
If you are returning to L'Or Bleu after its Michelin star recognition in 2024 and again in 2025, you are arriving at a restaurant that has consolidated rather than coasted. Chef Alain Montigny has held the star across consecutive cycles, which in Michelin terms signals consistency rather than a one-season performance. For first-time visitors weighing whether to make the drive to Théoule-sur-Mer, the answer is yes — provided you are serious about modern cuisine and prepared for €€€€ pricing on the Côte d'Azur.
L'Or Bleu sits at 6 Boulevard de l'Esquillon in Théoule-sur-Mer, a small commune on the Esterel coastline between Cannes and Saint-Raphaël. The physical address matters here: the restaurant commands a sea-facing position that, by all accounts, frames the dining room with direct views of the Mediterranean. Spatially, this is not a large urban dining room with volume and buzz — it is a coastal room where the view does significant work in setting the register of the meal. Guests who have reviewed the restaurant on Google (4.8 across 237 reviews) consistently reference the sea view as integral to the experience, not incidental to it.
The room's scale lends it an intimacy that suits the format of a tasting menu. At this price tier and with a Michelin star in place, expect a room where tables are spaced to allow conversation rather than compressed for covers. That spatial logic also makes it a practical choice for occasions where the environment needs to hold up to extended time at the table , this is not a room you rush through.
The question of bar or counter seating at L'Or Bleu is worth considering directly, particularly for solo diners or pairs who want closer proximity to the kitchen. Counter seating at a starred restaurant at this level changes the pace and texture of a meal: you see the plating rhythm, the coordination between passes, and you can engage with the kitchen in a way that a mid-room table does not allow. Whether L'Or Bleu operates a formal chef's counter or positions any seating near the kitchen is not confirmed in the available data , contact the restaurant directly to ask before booking if this matters to you.
What the existing guest feedback does indicate is that the vegetable work is a genuine strength. Reviewers specifically call out the seasoning precision and the visual composition of the vegetable courses, which suggests Montigny's kitchen is working with restraint and technique rather than richness as default. One guest note flagged that butter and cream are used , and that their absence would not diminish the cooking , which is a useful signal for diners who prefer a lighter modern French register.
Montigny retaining the star in both the 2024 and 2025 Michelin guides is the clearest data point available. A two-year consecutive star hold in a competitive Côte d'Azur corridor , where [Mirazur in Menton](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/mirazur-menton-restaurant) operates at the leading of the regional hierarchy and [AM par Alexandre Mazzia in Marseille](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/am-par-alexandre-mazzia-marseille-restaurant) holds three stars along the same coastline , positions L'Or Bleu as a serious entry in the southern French dining circuit. The cooking appears ingredient-led, with vegetable preparation drawing particular attention from guests. Beyond that, the available data does not extend to biographical specifics or menu philosophy in detail.
€€€€ pricing at a one-star restaurant on the Côte d'Azur is calibrated to the market. Expect to pay in a range consistent with other starred coastal venues in the region. Whether the spend is justified depends on what you are comparing it against: if you are travelling along the Riviera and debating between this and a less formal dinner in Cannes, the star and the vegetable-forward cooking represent a specific commitment that casual dining does not replicate. If you are comparing it to a two- or three-star experience elsewhere in France , [Flocons de Sel in Megève](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/flocons-de-sel-megve-restaurant) or [Troisgros - Le Bois sans Feuilles in Ouches](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/troisgros-le-bois-sans-feuilles-ouches-restaurant) , you are at a different tier of ambition and price. L'Or Bleu earns its place in the one-star bracket.
Booking at L'Or Bleu is rated hard. Théoule-sur-Mer is a small town, and a Michelin-starred restaurant in a small coastal commune with limited competition fills its sittings quickly, particularly in the summer season when the Côte d'Azur draws significant visitor volume. Book as far ahead as possible , several weeks minimum in summer. No website or phone number is available in the current data; check current reservation platforms or contact the restaurant directly. Walk-ins at this level are unlikely to succeed during peak months.
For more on what to book in the area while planning your visit, see [our full Théoule-sur-Mer restaurants guide](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/theoule-sur-mer), [hotels guide](https://www.joinpearl.co/hotels/theoule-sur-mer), and [bars guide](https://www.joinpearl.co/bars/theoule-sur-mer). You can also explore [experiences in Théoule-sur-Mer](https://www.joinpearl.co/experiences/theoule-sur-mer) and [wineries in the area](https://www.joinpearl.co/wineries/theoule-sur-mer).
If L'Or Bleu is fully booked, [Mareluna](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/mareluna-thoule-sur-mer-restaurant) and [La Maréa](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/la-mara-thoule-sur-mer-restaurant) are the other options in Théoule-sur-Mer itself, both operating at a different price and formality level. For a broader regional comparison at the starred tier, [Mirazur in Menton](https://www.joinpearl.co/restaurants/mirazur-menton-restaurant) is the obvious reference point along the same coastline.
Address: 6 Bd de l'Esquillon, 06590 Théoule-sur-Mer, France. Price: €€€€. Awards: Michelin 1 Star (2024, 2025). Google rating: 4.8 (237 reviews). Booking: Hard , reserve well in advance.
| Venue | Cuisine | Awards | Booking Difficulty | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L'Or Bleu | Modern Cuisine | With a sea view and the best mood we start the menu! The vegetables are mega tasty! Nicely prepared, the right seasonings and the colors played to a maximum. Beautiful and delicious: very definitely a restaurant to remember. A tip to the chef: butter and cream are not a must.; Michelin 1 Star (2025); Michelin 1 Star (2024) | Hard | — |
| Alléno Paris au Pavillon Ledoyen | Creative | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| Kei | Contemporary French, Modern Cuisine | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| L'Ambroisie | French, Classic Cuisine | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| Le Cinq - Four Seasons Hôtel George V | French, Modern Cuisine | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
| Mirazur | Modern French, Creative | Michelin 3 Star, World's 50 Best | Unknown | — |
A quick look at how L'Or Bleu measures up.
Counter or bar seating at L'Or Bleu is the better option for solo diners or pairs who want proximity to the kitchen and a less formal cadence. It is worth requesting specifically when booking, as the main dining room at €€€€ pricing can feel structured for groups. Availability is limited, so flag your preference at the time of reservation.
A Michelin-starred coastal restaurant on the Côte d'Azur at €€€€ pricing sets a clear expectation: dress well. On the French Riviera, that typically means polished resort wear or business casual at minimum — linen trousers and a collared shirt for men, a dress or tailored separates for women. Shorts and trainers will likely feel out of place.
Yes, with a caveat: ask for counter seating when you book. Solo dining at a one-star restaurant works best when you have some kitchen engagement rather than a full table to yourself. L'Or Bleu's small-town setting in Théoule-sur-Mer means the room is likely intimate rather than cavernous, which helps.
Based on the available evidence — two consecutive Michelin stars in 2024 and 2025 under Chef Alain Montigny, and reviewer notes that specifically flag vegetable preparation and seasoning as high points — the tasting format appears to be where the kitchen performs best. At €€€€, you are paying for that full progression. If you want à la carte flexibility, verify the format before booking.
At €€€€ with a retained Michelin star across two consecutive years, L'Or Bleu is priced in line with what a one-star coastal restaurant on the Côte d'Azur commands. The reviewer record points to strong vegetable-led cooking and considered plating as the kitchen's strengths. If you are travelling the Esterel coast specifically for a serious meal, the price is justified. If you are passing through and want a lower-stakes option, Mareluna or La Maréa in the same commune offer alternatives at lower price points.
Mareluna and La Maréa are the closest alternatives in Théoule-sur-Mer itself. Neither carries a Michelin star, so the comparison is value versus credential rather than like-for-like. If you are flexible on location and want another starred option on the Riviera, Mirazur in Menton is the region's reference point, though it operates at a very different scale and booking difficulty.
Yes. A two-year Michelin star run, a sea-view setting on the Esterel coastline, and €€€€ pricing position L'Or Bleu clearly as a special-occasion venue rather than a casual dinner spot. The small commune setting also means it does not have the volume or anonymity of a city restaurant, which suits intimate occasions. Book well in advance — availability is rated hard.
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