Christopher Coutanceau

About

At Christopher Coutanceau, La Rochelle meets the Atlantic head on. On Plage de la Concurrence, chef Christopher Coutanceau, born in the city and known as a chef fisherman, builds a precise seafood driven menu shaped by sustainable artisanal fishing and the daily catch. The room looks straight to the sea, with an elegant interior designed to echo its surroundings. A family story turned landmark, the restaurant has been led by Coutanceau since 2002 and holds three Michelin stars.