Maynats - Pau

Spent by chance at pau, slept by chance at the hotel of gramont and then dine by chance in a nearby restaurant (attractive by its Maynat name which is the word... read more Spent by chance at pau, slept by chance at the hotel of gramont and then dine by chance in a nearby restaurant (attractive by its Maynat name which is the word by which my grandfather called us). And there is a menu with a blind spot in matching dishes and wines that is a pure wonder. The discovery of a chef who has the same logic and a driving thread from the entrance to the dessert. no break here between the cook and the pastry pastry..And this ability to make that each item of the dish comes along, spice up and balance others with such a grace that you discover this tasty taste that the Japanese name Umami.To finish a simple anecdote. loaming the lotte (goût trop pronouncediche for me) appreciating little the gnocchis (too-poor) and Now, in spite of the miles of going back and forth that separate us, I think we'll come back every two months to discover the other facet of this chef's creativity.

Excellent food, great view, excellent service, to book for lunch or a dinner without any hesitation read more Excellent food, great view, excellent service, to book for lunch or a dinner without any hesitation

Superb, creative food in a very relaxed setting (outdoors when weather is fine). Good service. Variable English language skills (one guy was great, others didn... read more Superb, creative food in a very relaxed setting (outdoors when weather is fine). Good service. Variable English language skills (one guy was great, others didn 't speak any English), but it doesn 't matter because all the food is great. Fixed multicourse surprise tasting menu, expensive this is a special occasion type of place.

I don’t want to sound like a foodie eejit, but we’ve eaten at some amazing restaurants and I think today was the best meal we’ve ever tasted. It was fantastic f... read more I don’t want to sound like a foodie eejit, but we’ve eaten at some amazing restaurants and I think today was the best meal we’ve ever tasted. It was fantastic from start to finish, every course was delicious and really well balanced (foodie eejit). If you get the opportunity, go because it’s awesome!

The whole experience was fantastic. The restaurant design is a contemporary laid back look, this ensures a relaxed atmosphere. The service is excellent and all... read more The whole experience was fantastic. The restaurant design is a contemporary laid back look, this ensures a relaxed atmosphere. The service is excellent and all the staff are highly knowledgable. We opted for the 7 course menu with accompanying wine journey. Every course was excellent, well explained and masterfully executed. The price for this meal and service would be double in Paris or London so it is excellent value.