L’Observatoire du Gabriel awarded two stars in the 2025 edition of the Michelin Guide

This distinction honours Chef Noeureuil’s talent and dedication along with the efforts of his team: maître d’ Elsa Jeanvoine — a “Meilleur Ouvrier de France”, Head Sommelier Pierrick Chapel and Pastry Chef Henri Arnoult.

At 34, Bertrand Noeureuil honed his craft under some of France’s finest Chefs: Daniel Gonzalez and David Biasibetti, who gave him a chance and trained him, inculcating him with a passion for the profession and the basics of the art, and opening a path for him at Ô Saveurs in Rouffiac-Tolosan, near his hometown. At Le Meurice in Paris, Yannick Alléno let him discover the world of palace hotels and a large brigade, and then transmitted his flawless technique at the Le 1947 at Cheval Blanc Courchevel. Arnaud Donckele, his mentor, revealed his creativity by testing his talents at La Vague d’Or - Cheval Blanc Saint-Tropez, and eventually offered him his first position as Chef at Plénitude - Cheval Blanc Paris, which won three Michelin stars just six months after opening.

At Le Gabriel in Bordeaux, Bertrand Noeureuil now crafts his own culinary repertoire. At L’Observatoire du Gabriel, he presents his interpretation of Aquitaine. From shore to land to vine, the region’s wealth inspires him to explore its treasures—a medley of products he highlights with his bucolic and neoclassical culinary style. His menu evolves with the seasons, with cooking techniques and sauces at its heart.

The 2025 edition of the Michelin Guide awards nine new restaurants a second star this year. L’Observatoire du Gabriel now joins the exclusive circle of seven two-starred establishments in Gironde.