U Santa Marina

U Santa Marina stands on the Golfe de Santa Giulia and offers three dining experiences: a gastronomic restaurant, a beach restaurant and a poolside grill. The house celebrates Corsican terroir and seafood, working with local artisans, fishermen and market growers to select seasonal, often rare or forgotten products and treat them with precise cooking to preserve authentic flavors. Selected by Michelin, the venue pairs high‑level gastronomy with beachfront relaxation. The property presents a refined indoor dining room, terraces literally feet‑in‑the‑sand with panoramic views of turquoise waters and surrounding Corsican hills, and a peaceful poolside area; the overall vibe mixes Mediterranean lightness with sophisticated hospitality. The cuisine is modern, gastronomic and Mediterranean in style with a pronounced focus on seafood and seasonal Corsican produce, emphasizing precise cooking and textural contrasts; offerings vary by space, including bistronomic, convivial plates on the beach. François Pierre is chef. Menus comprise «Dégustation les yeux fermés» (tasting), «Intuition» (prix fixe) and «Signature» (prix fixe). Fresh seafood and fish are sourced from local fishermen; Corsican roasted meats include veal raised under the mother, pork joints and milk lamb roasts. Pastry creations come from Nadel Eloise, trained in notable starred houses and originally from the Loire. Chef‑sommelier Pierre Lemaître curates roughly 1,300 cellar references and offers curated food‑and‑wine pairing formulas.