I would give 100 stars if it were possible. Remi is the…read morenicest man I've ever met. He quickly realized we didn't speak French and made time to come over and introduce himself, then went over the all french menu for us in English. The food is great, however he told us multiple times if we didn't like something to let him know and he would get us something we did like. At the end of the meal he even offered us an umbrella as it was raining outside. Stand up hospitality. The restaurant itself is very cozy inside. We sat in front of the window and got in some good people watching. Nice wine list and even some awesome local craft beers. Food was spectacular and at a good price. All locals here. Because of Remi and his wife though, we never felt like "tourists," or out of place. As one review mentioned, don't let the lack of reviews deter you from coming here. Truly a one of a kind experience!

Remi and his family were wonderful hosts to our group. As others have reviewed, our group did not…read morespeak French but Remi went through the entirety of the menu and even steered us away from dishes that he found delicious but, may have been a little adventurous (veal head or tripe). The food we had was delicious and the service was spectacular. Definitely make a reservation as we did! If not, you unfortunately won't be able to share the experience.

we only stopped by because the wine guy at the wine shop said if we didn't have dinner reservations…read morewe should go to this restaurant. to be honest, i was apprehensive. man, i am so glad we came. this was our favorite meal from the entire bordeaux trip. their seafood execution, especially, stood out (think of it as a rustic version of fine dining level). the chef knows how to handle raw seafood; i highly recommend choosing seafood options from the prix fixe menu. €65 for 3 course dinner is reasonably priced and worthy of checking out this restaurant if you are in the st.emilion area. highly recommend!

We couldn't have asked for a better meal at Dan - the chef himself was serving our table and was…read moresuch a delightful man! Each course was more delicious than the last. My husband had the signature menu, and I had the discovery menu and we each had the wine pairings. Reasonable portions and prices. One of a kind fusion food. Sadly it was our last night in Bordeaux because I'm already dying to return!!

From the owner: Dan vous propose une cuisine fraîche, inventive et intuitive, inspirée de traditions populaires…read moreCantonnaises. Le tout servi dans un cadre simple et authentique.

Wowza. We have been to a lot of French restaurants and I must say the service here was a step…read morebeyond the rest. There were two people who were working and they both were so friendly and translated for us (even if we can read and speak French) they wanted to help! Plus the man behind the bar. He was fine. And the food was fun and I good enough size for 5 of us to get a filling snack from 4 plates. We got the onion soup, mozzarella, duck and sweet potato cobbler. I preferred the onion soup. The cobbler lacked a bit a flavor I might have preferred it with a bit more salt. I would suggest We were not a fan of the dessert with prunes in it. The wine we got was suggested by one of the servers (the fine one) and it was really good. We all appreciated it!

Good service and good breakfast menu. Lovely ambiance by the water . Quite place . Do visit !read more

The steak was a piece from a blind butcher I ask for medium rare but I got a plate of something I…read morecan only consider a piece that should be grounded, sorry I hate doing this but it's the truth!

Lovely place. Relaxing and yummy. Far from the maddening crowds and off the beaten path. Great…read morestaff, especially the young man whw works lunch. Truly most enjoyable, you won't go wrong here.

From the owner: Cuisine raffinée sous les arcades Au coeur d'une bastide anglaise et à l'ombre de ses arcades se…read moretrouve une adresse qui ne manque pas de charme. Ce restaurant et bar à vin d'exception propose plus de 150 références de vins ou vins au verre du Bordelais, mais aussi d'Italie, du Chili ou d'Argentine. Dans une ambiance moderne et bistrot, le restaurant tranche avec le village qui l'abrite et propose une ambiance moderne et design comparable aux restaurants branchés des grandes métropoles. Installez-vous en groupe à l'étage sous de grands lustres tendances ou dans la salle principale plus cosy. Ou bien choisissez de profiter du soleil et du parc intérieur de 800 mètres carrés, arboré et bucolique. Côté carte, ce sont les arômes du sud que l'on retrouve. Pris en main par le chef Matthieu Alcouffe, les légumes oubliés et les produits frais du marché se transforment en assiettes dressées avec goût, pleines de surprises, de couleurs et de saveurs variées. Un sommelier est là pour vous aider à

Oh no, one of our favourite restos...an excuse to go to the market (most days, but Saturday is…read morebest), have a nice meal and a bottle of something to wash it down with...all change They had taken away the greenery and installed a few more tables outside. The staff was brand new it seemed - of our man who always recognised us, no sign. We had booked for a table under the umbrellas - it was hot Only 3 other tables were in use - now we know why. We think that it has been taken over; the man who seemed to be in charge in the resto opposite kept coming over and helping out. The waitress (emphasis on "wait") left the place, only to reappear in a room above the resto opposite. 2 + 2? The menu was as disappointing as the service - however, the food was good - wok'd chicken was our only real choice - a glass or Sartre for me and a white for my partner; coffees inc 1 gourmand, & 1 citron tart to follow. €81. Overpriced If we return, which I doubt, we will look elsewhere...check out the other review here for this year (plus the non-review - we walked out) and the one for Le Gurp (superb) Anyway the walk along the beach and back was great, 5k in all Tip: you can change just after the tall post (can't miss it), just before / after you get to Montalivet beach

A Boulangerie in the heart of a small French town, and closest to where we were staying in…read moreSaint-Pierre-du-Palais, this was a perfect stop for tradi/baguettes, croissants, and chocolatines (aka: pain au chocolat). Very local vibes on a quiet Monday. The man at the counter was patient and kind with my broken French, and helped me to get everything we needed. If you're in the Southwest of France and find yourself in the area, Frédéric Hervaud should be one of your stops along the way!

La Tupina was one of those places where the setting immediately adds to the experience. We sat…read moreoutside along a quiet cobblestone street surrounded by Bordeaux's beautiful honey-colored stone buildings, with views toward the old archway. The blue frontage, white tablecloths, and wicker chairs gave the terrace a charming, distinctly French atmosphere. We started with a simple plate of radishes, cherry tomatoes, and pâté, followed by the heirloom tomato salad with onions. It was incredibly fresh, naturally sweet, and a great way to begin the meal. We also ordered the roasted bone marrow, which was rich, buttery, and perfect spread over the rustic bread. For the main course, we had the grilled beef served with its sauce on the side. The meat was flavorful, tender, and cooked exactly as requested. The thick-cut fried potatoes were crisp outside, fluffy inside, and among the best side dishes we had during our trip. Dessert was a wonderful finish. The vanilla crème brûlée had a perfectly caramelized crust with a silky custard beneath, while the walnut ice cream was creamy, rich, and full of flavor. A special thanks to our server, Margianne, who was sweet, cheerful, and genuinely pleasant throughout the evening. Her warm personality made the experience even more enjoyable. La Tupina isn't about modern presentation or elaborate fine dining. It's about honest, traditional Southwestern French cooking served in a timeless Bordeaux setting. If you're looking for an authentic taste of the region, this is a place well worth visiting.

This is an iconic spot, but I can't help but feeling a bit disappointed…read more The building itself is old-school in a good way. Very warm and inviting. Service was decent, not great. Staff surprisingly didn't offer much in terms of recommendations even when asked, and though they were friendly enough, they seemed to be going through the motions. Wine list was solid, though not great. There was very little in terms of truly outstanding producers, and it was a bit overpriced. We did have a nice bottle but not necessarily something that blew our minds. I expected a better wine list for such a classic Bordeaux restaurant. Last, the food was a bit average. My wife and I shared the Chateaubriand, Pot au Feu, and fries. The steak was very good, but the food in the Pot au Feu was a bit bland and soft -- we didn't eat much of it. The fries were fine but could've been crispier. Overall, I'm happy I finally got to visit this iconic spot, but I think the kitchen and wine list are in need of a bit of an overhaul.

We had a brief window for lunch after a cognac tasting. Our expectations were low. MAN were we…read morewrong! To keep it easy, we ordered three croque monseiurs (sp?) and a plat du jour (chicken). The sandwiches & frites were among the best things I've eaten. IN. MY. LIFE. Chicken was good too. The two women running the joint didn't speak much / any English but were friendly and accommodating. It's simple fare beautifully executed in a bar / restaurant space.

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