Maison Ronan Kervarrec

Who this place suits

With family

4/10

As a couple

10/10

With friends

8/10

Solo

5/10

With a dog

5/10

Reduced mobility

9/10

These scores are calculated from what the page records: official rating, facilities, difficulty, duration and location. They are a guide, not a substitute for contacting the venue, especially about accessibility.

About

In Saint-Grégoire, Ronan Kervarrec creates two-star Breton haute cuisine, shaped by family memories, langoustines, line fishing and the art of sauces. Els Kervarrec runs front of house in a home with elegant lounges, opening onto a garden, with rooms to extend the experience. Maison Ronan Kervarrec is north of Rennes, in Saint-Grégoire, a village that has become close to the city. The setting combines contemporary lounges, a garden and a terrace. Make sure you book at this address, impasse du Vieux-Bourg, rather than looking for a restaurant in Rennes’ historic centre. The atmosphere is both elegant and calm, ideal for a long tasting menu. The chef’s cooking is rooted in his childhood memories and a sensitive knowledge of Breton produce. It goes beyond the great regional classics: langoustine, line-caught fish, seaweed and herbs are reworked in a contemporary style. The region becomes a living memory rather than a gastronomic postcard. A defining part of Ronan Kervarrec’s style is his work on jus and sauces. His father, a sauce chef at the George V, passed on to him this demand for depth and precision. A delicate fish can thus find its full dimension in a few spoonfuls of intense jus, while a herb or a briny note balances the whole. This is cooking to enjoy as a whole, not just for how a plate looks. The house is among the restaurants awarded two stars in 2026. This reflects demanding cooking and an experience designed to last. Menus in several courses, optional pairings and attentive service mean you should allow plenty of time. Confirm menus and prices directly with the restaurant. Els Kervarrec and her team look after the welcome, the pace of the meal and the link with the cellar. The service is part of the house’s identity, keeping the many courses flowing. For a birthday, a seating request or a special touch, mention it when you book. A complex tasting menu also means declaring allergies early enough. Beyond the restaurant, the house has rooms and a fine food shop linked to the chef’s selection. They let you extend the experience, but they are not included in a table booking. For an overnight stay, check the specific check-in and check-out arrangements; for the shop, check the opening times. The garden and terrace depend on the season and the house’s conditions. Coming to Ronan Kervarrec’s calls for some time to spare. Avoid following a long menu with an activity at a fixed time. A detour along the Ille-et-Rance canal paths or into Rennes can round off the stay, but the meal should be the centre of the day. Arrange transport home if you are having a wine pairing.

What you will see

• Cuisine: two-star Breton haute cuisine, deep sauces, the sea and childhood memories.
• Chef: Ronan Kervarrec in the kitchen, Els Kervarrec front of house.
• Michelin stars confirmed in 2026: 2 stars.
• His father worked as a sauce chef at the George V, an influence he claims for his jus and sauces.
• The restaurant showcases seafood, vegetables and coastal herbs.
• Documented examples pair raw langoustine with red seaweed, and line-caught mackerel with muscadet.

Practical information

Address

1 impasse du Vieux-Bourg, 35760 Saint-Grégoire

Nearby

Saint-Grégoire village, the Ille-et-Rance canal, central Rennes, the Gayeulles park

Frequently asked questions

Stay in Saint-Grégoire

Places to stay that are still available, with current prices, compared across the main booking platforms.

Partner link: a booking made from this map may earn us a commission, at no extra cost to you.