If you are wanting to get out of the normal tourist routine and spend time in a delightful country…read moreFrench restaurant, Le Caillau is the place! Beautifully situated among the vines of the Vallée du Lot, Le Callau is artfully considered, with seating under the trees or in a re-purposed barn or recently completed dining room/bar area. Chaz, his wife and their team take great pride in their 'farm to table' philosophy. Each server is well versed in the gustatory selections of the moment, and service is always warm and welcoming. Children of all ages find the interior courtyard interesting to explore, with its fountain and ever-inviting weeping willow tree. A walk along the country lane after an interesting, satisfying meal, prepare one for after dinner desserts and/or drinks. "Casual and VERY classy" is how the experience is best described. For example, I arrived with 3 elderly guests, all with some mobility issues, and Chaz immediately brought out padded chairs from the dining room as he recognized that old bodies would have a difficult time sitting for any length of time on the typical 'minimalist' patio chairs that are usually found outdoors. (We were in for a 3-hr lunch, so this was a great idea)!! Le Caillau is a 300-year-old wine domaine, and the complex includes a luxury 2-bedroom suite, including private swimming pool and garden. (NOTE: We have dine there many times, but never stayed overnight, so cannot speak to the accommodations, other than saying EVERYTHING is tastefully decorated and service at all levels is impeccable). Reservations are a must, but, in order to enjoy the experience fully, come when not pressed for time. This is a place to relax, enjoy and experiment with new epicurean delights! Attached are some photos, but photos at LeCaillau com are superior. Enjoy! This is a most memorable experience.

Amazing food, we all had the pork belly and it was divine. Cheeses for dessert were quite bland,…read moreespecially the chèvre. Super charming service and location. Can't wait to come back!

From the owner: L'auberge de l'étang est idéalement situé dans la campagne limousine, car très facile d'accès et…read moredans un cadre exceptionnel et dépaysant. Elle se situe dans la région du tourisme vert par excellence, elle se découvre à pied ou à vélo dans les nombreux sentiers de randonnées bordant le restaurant. Aussi, l'établissement est dans une demeure de caractère, en pierres apparentes au charme authentique, entre tradition et modernité. L'auberge del'etang est ouverte tous les jours durant l'année et ne ferme ses portes qu'au mois de janvier. L'établissement regroupe plusieurs secteurs d'activités au sein de la même enseigne. D'une part, son activité hôtelière, qui est assez récente, il est équipé de 6 chambres récemment rénovées (en juin 2013), toutes confortablement équipées. L'hôtel est classé deux étoiles dans le classement hôtelier. Il fait également parti de la fédération des logis, et est classé deux cheminées pour la partie hôtel. D'autre part, l'établissement dispose de deux

Good welcome for solo traveler. Excellent food. The walnut cake was wonderful. Recommended.read more

We came here to honor my sister's birthday and it was a culinary celebration! The food, service and…read moreambiance was truly amazing in this beautiful little French village.

From the owner: Le restaurant Au Hasard Balthazar est le restaurant de la conserverie artisanale Les BOURIETTES. La…read morecuisine est une cuisine régionale de qualité, joliment présentée. Tout est "fait maison", des entrées aux desserts. Voici quelques spécialités: le foie gras de canard poêlé aux pommes, sauce aux fruits rouges, le hamburger "Péché de vieillesse" à la crème de cèpes, le parmentier de confit de canard,le tiramisu au jus de noix verte... Le restaurant se situe dans le village médiéval de Martel dans une bâtisse pleine de charme. Il y a une petite cour sous treille un peu secrète où l'on peut manger quand il fait chaud. Sinon le poêle au feu de bois réchauffe la salle quand le temps est plus frais.

Funky ambiance with lots of curios on the wall. Candlelit…read more Food was good. Lamb shank and rib steak were perfect. Escargot wasn't quite what we expected as it came in a cheesy sauce. Bread could have been fresher. Good veggies. Service was excellent, and our waitress spoke good English,which was nice since our French is almost nonexistent. I would go back.

Overall disappointing: food was cold when arrived, service quite haphazardly (needed to ask for a…read morewine bucket although promised to bring). The food was not presented well and on the heavy side but the portions quite generous. They do not take cards so make sure to bring cash (is this the 1.900s?)...

This restaurant was so good, we went there twice for dinner. The duck and foie gras are amazing…read more Portions are good sized. The staff is very friendly and the ambiance inside is classic French country. Loved, loved, loved this place!!!