The best of surprises. Sunday, May 31 is Mother's Day in…read moreFrance. And after a day of being tourists and over eating and drinking we didn't think we wanted much more than a small bite for our dinner but was after all, 9:30 pm! Not many places were even open, and one place turned us away as it was too late for them. Lucky us! Across the street was a "Restaurant-Lounge" NOTABOU We love this place and URGE YOU to dine there. It is outer-worldly. The atmosphere is indeed a lounge, but Chef Jean is a masterful creator, blending a palate of flavors into intoxicating and mind bending original combinations that had us scrapping the bowls. This is seriously great cuisine. Artful, flavorful, and non-apologetic...and it should never be! When in France, how many Foie Gras, terrines, confit, boeuf du blah can you have before you wonder what the excitement is all about? After a dozen visits to France, I have to say, this meal will be more remembered than many Michelin star.

We went in by chance and had a brilliant evening: good music on the juke box and everyone dancing;…read moreeveryone super friendly and great cocktails. Treated as honoured guests.

Great place to get a drink. We came here at midnight. Bartender did not know what a lemon drop is…read morebut he spoke English and I explained to him what I wanted. He made it with lime but it was still delicious. Young ppl are here socializing. Closes at 2pm

The only place open on a Sunday in Le Mans, which we appreciated as we had just traveled to France…read more Excellent burger, beautiful patio, and lovely service from everyone we encountered. Great location in Republique, just off the tramway.

Good food great ambience Excellent lemon meringue pie an espresso. Service was very accommodating…read moreand added to the experience. Not a five star but close.