La Maadeleine

Benoît Neusy cooks with the sea as his starting point, using sustainably sourced fish, shellfish and crustaceans with a light, exact hand. Local produce brings contrast and depth, creating pairings that feel natural rather than forced. Expect plates that go straight to flavour: clean, generous and built around the true quality of the ingredient. Neusy’s touch is elegant and sincere, with combinations that can surprise, yet always keep the product in the spotlight. It’s haute cuisine without stiffness, designed to be enjoyed.

Because the restaurant sits above the wine cellar, the Domaine naturally becomes part of the evening. Start with a glass while taking in the vineyard panorama, then let the menu do what it does best: bring sea and land together with precision. The location is ideal for long, unhurried dinners, where the setting encourages you to slow down, taste properly, and stay present. It’s not just a table, it’s a full estate atmosphere wrapped around the meal.

You’ll find La Maadeleine at Domaine du Chant d’Éole, near Quévy-le-Grand, just south of Mons and close to the French border. The restaurant looks out over the vineyards, with open views that change with the light and the seasons. That landscape is part of the experience: quiet, spacious and unmistakably wine country, without feeling remote. It’s a setting that suits Neusy’s cuisine perfectly, where sea flavours meet the character of the local soil.

The interior of La Maadeleine was designed by Mons-based architect Mihaela Avadanii, who works with natural materials such as wood, stone and textiles to create calm, welcoming spaces. Expect clean lines, soft tones and tactile finishes that feel contemporary without being cold. The result is a room that supports the food: elegant, human, and made for comfort as much as for style.