La Réserve à la Plage — Restaurant in Draguignan

We visited the restaurant yesterday. Honestly, it all got off to a bit of a rocky start. The two young ladies at the reception desk were not the most amenable when it came to requesting a table. They just said that second service would be at 3.30pm and it was only 1.45pm. I did however request to use the bathroom and they were happy for me to do so especially as presently I have difficulty walking unaided. On leaving the restaurant I bumped into who I presume is one of the senior managers at the restaurant, Charlotte, and she was amazing. She clearly explained that they were presently open for lunch and not just drinks which was perfect for us as were planning to get a bite to eat as well. From there on in, our experience was excellent. We ordered the Basi Spritz and a detox juice. The Spritz was on the sweet side but packed a punch. I had to add quite a lot of water to dilute the alcohol and sweetness but probably better that than a weak tasting insipid cocktail. The detox juice was presented very well in a mini patron bottle and was full of goodness especially beetroot. The Niçoise salad was fresh and I think the tuna was confited which made it succulent in and preserved the richness of the flavour. The vegetables and tomatoes were equally fresh and full of flavour. This was accompanied by the halloumi served on a bed of hummus. The halloumi pieces were of a decent thickness and grilled to ensure that they did not go rubbery and turn into squeaky cheese which is so off putting. Being on holiday, this all had to be accompanied by shoestring truffle fries! - a prerequisite of all vacations! It was a very quick meal as we had to get to our destination but we really enjoyed our time at La Reserve. It could have been such a different experience had I not bumped into Charlotte so I guess this review is totally down to...

La Réserve à la Plage is without a doubt the best beach club I’ve ever been to — it was truly exceptional in every way. The beach itself is stunning, with soft, golden sand that feels luxurious and gentle underfoot (no pebbles at all!). The sunbeds were very comfortable, and the view of the crystal-clear blue sea was just breathtaking. It felt calm, exclusive, and beautifully serene — exactly what you’d hope for in St. Tropez.

We had the 3:00 PM lunch seating and ordered the guacamole, feta watermelon salad, artichoke, and a pasta — and every single dish was absolutely delicious. The vibe was elegant and tranquil, with a great DJ playing music that set the tone perfectly — present but never overpowering. It was such a relaxing experience.

Booking the sunbeds needs to be done in advance by phone, which is pretty standard for St. Tropez beach clubs, and the price was around €85 per bed. In total, we spent about €400 for three people including lunch and sunbeds — not cheap, but definitely worth it for the quality and overall experience.

If I had one small critique, it would be the changing facilities — I expected something a bit more luxurious (maybe private showers), but there was only one open shower, one changing room, and two toilets. That said, a surprising plus was that the toilets had a shatafa/bidet hose, which was a nice and rare touch in beach clubs.

The service was excellent, the staff were warm and attentive, and the Loro Piana-inspired Mediterranean color palette really elevated the aesthetic — everything just felt so thoughtfully designed and high-end. On a sunny day, it was nothing short of perfect. I would absolutely come back next time I’m in St. Tropez —...

Choosing a beach in Saint-Tropez seems easy but it’s harder than it looks. Do you go for great food but poor location, great atmosphere & music but no access to the beach... well one location has managed to take all the right ingredients into one fantastic experience. At one of the best location on the Pampelonne beach (this used to be the prized ownership of the beach association president), comes La Reserve à la plage. And everything is close to perfection. Let’s start with the food. The zucchini flowers are perfectly balanced with the fresh ricotta and fresh mint mix, the squid is locally sourced and full of taste, the Peruvian style guacamole is an explosion of flavours, the lobster rolls have the perfect balance and the delicate sauce allows the lobster to retain all its taste and unique flavours, the truffle fries have actual real truffle not oil, the octopus is just out of this world, the lobster linguine comes with a full freshly caught lobster prepared at your table, and the chocolate mousse is never enough and served chilled. The beach is carefully designed by Philip Stark and you will feel the difference. Everything is high quality and the sun beds are just the most comfortable I’ve seen so far. The atmosphere is amazing with great music all day long. The service is the true star of the show with an amazing staff from the valet parking which has your car ready and aircon when you leave, to the warm welcoming hostess and the great beach & restaurant staff. For me, the beat beach in Saint-Tropez by far, five...