Restaurant Vatel Nantes — Restaurant in Nantes

We had a fantastic evening in Restaurant Vatel. The food and service were of the highest order. We knew that this restaurant was attached to a training school but what we didn’t realise was that the future heroes of French cooking were here. An amazing evening from when we walked in the door till we left. The people were all amazing but may I mention 2,Guillaume and Nicole - they were superb. From start to finish they could not do enough for us including getting us a taxi on a very busy night in Nantes with Ireland playing Tonga in rugby. Our French was not good but Guillaume and Nicole(or Nicola?) were so kind and helped us on the menu and wine list with their very good English. I have eaten in many good places but I don’t think myself and my friends have had such fun, great food, great service and such a friendly evening in years. The bill at the end of the evening was a very pleasant surprise - about half the price of what we would pay in ireland for a comparable quality meal. Well done to all the students and their teachers. The future cuisine in...

3 course menu with appetiser, entre, main, cheese platter and dessert spread for €38! The food is superbly cooked... foie gras is soft and creamy, lobster bisque has a depth of umami, duck breast is nice and pink throughout, truffle sauce is superb and grated carrot pickled in olive paste serves a surprising twist! The chef in training deserves a round of applause as does all the lovely and attentive waitresses-in-training. Bravo! A must eat experience and such a little hidden gem 💎! Will definitely come back to Nantes for this and will let all my friends in Australia to come eat here when they...

This restaurant is a true gem. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, setting the stage for a memorable dining experience. The service and cooking is hosted by students. All the dishes were delicious! However, the real showstopper is the gorgeous stroller of cakes. Each slice is a work of art, both visually stunning and incredibly delicious. It's a sweet symphony for the taste buds that you won't want to miss. In conclusion, if you're looking for exceptional food, charming ambiance, and an irresistible selection of cakes, this restaurant is...