Restaurant
L’Abélia
Nantes · Loire-Atlantique
In a characterful house surrounded by a garden, Vincent Berthomeau serves generous, refined market cooking.
- Suggested time
- Varies with the menu and service, often 1 hour 30 to 3 hours.
- Type of place
- Generous, careful French market cooking in a characterful house
- Atmosphere
- An early 20th-century townhouse, veranda, terrace and wooded garden
- Getting there
- 125 boulevard des Poilus, 44300 Nantes
Who this place suits
- With family
- 7/10
- As a couple
- 8/10
- With friends
- 9/10
- Solo
- 6/10
- With a dog
- 6/10
- Reduced mobility
- 6/10
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About
In Nantes, L’Abélia has the charm of a house you want to come back to. At 125 boulevard des Poilus, Vincent and Pascale Berthomeau’s restaurant occupies a characterful early 20th-century house, with a garden and a terrace. Slightly away from the tourist centre, it invites you to take time over a real meal, for a celebration, a family lunch or a business meeting. The chef creates French cooking from what he buys at the moment, notably at the Talensac market and from producers. The elegance of the plates rests on real generosity: shellfish jus, well-cooked fish, vegetable dishes and careful desserts. The produce sets the menu, which changes from day to day. The house offers tasting menus and seasonal dishes, all homemade. The veranda and the garden add to the feeling of a welcoming home.
What you will see
- Chef: Vincent Berthomeau, with Pascale Berthomeau welcoming guests.
- Menus: Saveurs de saison and Dégustation, renewed with the market.
- An early 20th-century house with a veranda, terrace and garden.
- Produce bought at the Talensac market and from local producers.
Practical information
- Nearby
- The east of Nantes, the Talensac market, the Jardin des Plantes, the Château des ducs de Bretagne and the historic centre
Tips on the spot
- Book ahead for weekends and holidays, and make sure the booking is confirmed.
- Check the exact days and times of service, which can vary with the season.
- Check the current menu and prices: an old photo of a menu is not a guaranteed offer.
- Mention allergies, intolerances or dietary needs when you book, and ask which vegetarian options are really possible.
- For a special occasion, mention it discreetly when booking.
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- Ask about alcohol-free options and say your budget if you want a wine pairing.
- Check cancellation and deposit conditions, if any.
- With reduced mobility, confirm the route, the dining room and the adapted toilets.
- Allow enough time for a menu in several courses, and avoid an appointment straight afterwards.
- Ask for a table on the veranda or the terrace in fine weather.
- Choose the length of your menu when you book.
Frequently asked questions
Why choose L’Abélia?
In a characterful house surrounded by a garden, Vincent Berthomeau serves generous, refined market cooking.
Which town is the restaurant in?
Nantes, Loire-Atlantique.
What kind of cuisine is served?
Generous, careful French market cooking in a characterful house.
What is the atmosphere like?
An early 20th-century townhouse, veranda, terrace and wooded garden.
Who is the chef?
Vincent Berthomeau, with Pascale Berthomeau welcoming guests.
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