Phone: +33467377345
Address: En Face Du Petit Port, Le Poujol-Sur-Orb, France
City: Le Poujol-Sur-Orb
Dishes: 2
Reviews: 624
Website: http://www.la-madrague.com
"La Madrague is slightly off the beaten track, but it's worth the extra few minutes stroll along the harbour from the epicentre of Valras Plage. This also means that it has less of the feel of a brash holiday/tourist restaurant and more the atmosphere of a stylish local's institution. The interior is cool and airy ceiling fans, bleached wood, neutrals and whites. No fishing nets and glass balls stapled to the ceiling here. Not an orange wall, plastic mermaid or fluorescent bulb in sight. Yay! We hadn't booked (and we were, in fact, tourists) so were placed on the outer edge of the room. Next time we'll reserve a table on the terrace or at the front, in the swing of things. We ordered coupes of champagne to begin proceedings and relished in rolling the bubbles across out tongues whilst reading the menu. Gazing at the bobbing boats in the harbour, a balmy sea breeze ruffling the pristine tablecloths, the chatter, clanks and smells of a busy but smoothly run operation. It imbued confidence for a good night ahead. Apart from finding a tenner on the pavement, what finer feeling? We had one order of oysters, fresh and beautifully presented on a mound of ice and seaweed. We also started with the plumpest razor clams we've had, juicy and swimming in persillade, that required chunks of baguette dipped in and then wiped around the plate. Never mind decorum when there's parsley flavoured butter to be mopped up. Our main courses were one special of turbot sauvage and another of scallops with chorizo. The wild turbot was huge, creamy sliding off the bone and swimming into the bouche. The scallops were equally succulent and that garlicky, smoky, spicy chorizo combo works so well. Whoever thought of that in the first place anyway? Was it the same person that thought up Bayonne ham with figs? Or M&Ms with salted popcorn? Or Jaffa Cakes with Stilton......or is that just me. Each main course came with three little ramekins, filled with delicious vegetables: ratatouille; creamed spinach; mashed potato with rouille. We had a bottle of Languedoc white wine, from an extensive and, I'm assured by those who care about that stuff, a reasonably priced list. Tragically, we were too full for anything else and wanted to wander around town for a coffee, so we stopped there. The bill was around €90. Call me paranoid, but in the very first instance, I felt that perhaps our welcome wasn't as unconditionally warm as it might have been because we were the dreaded bemused and wide eyed tourist, about to murder the menu with ghastly pronunciation and hunting down well done steak. However, the service was excellent and everyone was very friendly and chatty once we'd explained that our hotel manager had recommended the restaurant as one of his own personal favourites. Either way, we can't wait to go back whether they want us there or not. Bonus fact: La Madrague is not a jittery J Cloth, it's a large sort of fishing net used to catch tuna. Don't say I never learn you nuffing."
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Went here as a family, was superb! Very french, thoroughly enjoyed! Would defined recommend and come here again!
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the second time I go to the restaurant madrague, a very good meal, service very well, the dishes: beautiful presentation and very good.
User
beautiful frame, made with taste. successful meal from beginning to end. intimate and warm atmosphere great moment! Thank you very much.
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very nice, top service, quality of super products! with friends a Sunday evening and menu and suggestions with fresh products! I recommend
karenandrayw
Lovely lunch with friends. Beautiful food, served in a comfortable environment. The service was a bit slow, but we kept ourselves amused.....
Dave
Fancied some oysters and stopped here today. We had oysters natural, baked oysters and couteaux persillade. Delicious! Very pretty restaurant interior with great service.
User
a pleasant setting, an atypical decoration, pleasant waitresses, smiling, a delicious meal, tapas of mussels gratinated to desserts the pavolka, passing through the linguines to gambas. Very nice evening.
User
I was here last year with a big group and we were looked after very well and the food was fantastic. We returned again this year and still as good, the grilled oysters were unbelievable, and the sole was cooked to perfection. The staff were very friendly and attentive, we'll be back
Graham
A really mixed experience, that fell well short of our expectations in a number of ways. Our visit with 2 young grand-children was on a Saturday evening without a reservation but we were given a nice table inside. An excellent menu was on offer and the owner, a very pleasant gentleman, offered the Children the Menu Enfant, as they preferred a Pizza, we all opted for the A la Carte and we placed our order for drinks that included a bottle of Picpoul de Pinet, which came with the usual complimentary bottle of water. We then ordered the meals, a Pizza to share for the children, Boudin Noir as a starter for myself and 6 x baked Huitres for my wife. The Pizza arrived almost immediately. Wine was...
mexo
La Madrague is slightly off the beaten track, but it's worth the extra few minutes stroll along the harbour from the epicentre of Valras Plage. This also means that it has less of the feel of a brash holiday/tourist restaurant and more the atmosphere of a stylish local's institution. The interior is cool and airy ceiling fans, bleached wood, neutrals and whites. No fishing nets and glass balls stapled to the ceiling here. Not an orange wall, plastic mermaid or fluorescent bulb in sight. Yay! We hadn't booked (and we were, in fact, tourists) so were placed on the outer edge of the room. Next time we'll reserve a table on the terrace or at the front, in the swing of things. We ordered coupes o...
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Cafés Charming cafés offering a variety of freshly brewed coffees and teas, along with light snacks, pastries, and desserts. Perfect for a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon treat in a cozy atmosphere.
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Pizza Delve into our perfectly baked pizzas, crafted with hand-tossed dough, rich tomato sauce, and a blend of gourmet cheeses. Each slice bursts with fresh toppings, ensuring a delightful bite every time.
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Européen Delight in a culinary journey across Europe with our exquisitely crafted menu, featuring authentic dishes from France, Italy, Spain, and beyond, using the freshest ingredients to bring traditional flavors to life.
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Desserts Delight in our selection of indulgent desserts, from luscious chocolate creations to delicate fruit-infused treats, each crafted to end your meal on a sweet note and leave your taste buds craving for more.
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