THE VILLAGE CAFÉ
Le Vignonet
Vignonet · close to the cottage
The feel: a coffee, a break or a few essentials, close to L’Hibiscus. The setting: a simple village stop where you can take a breather without getting back in the car.
ELINA & DAVID’S LOCAL TIPS
Our favourite places to eat
Find the right place for a quick bite, a taste of the region or a special occasion.
A quick bite
QUICK BITES & TAKEAWAY
Le Genisnack
Branne · 06 27 89 66 34
On the menu: homemade burgers, paninis, kebabs, steak-and-chip baguettes and homemade chips. The feel: an easy-going stop for a quick bite or a takeaway.
BURGERS, SALADS & OUTDOOR TABLES
La Bonheur
Saint-Émilion
On the menu: homemade burgers, paninis, fresh salads and vegetarian options. The setting: a friendly spot in the heart of town for lunch outside or a takeaway.
SWEET & SAVOURY BREAKS
La Pause du Roy
Saint-Émilion · near Porte Bouqueyre
On the menu: sandwiches, croque-monsieur, savoury tarts, waffles, crêpes and ice cream. The feel: a stop for a quick lunch or an afternoon treat while exploring the old streets.
Time for a meal
ELEGANT BRASSERIE & WINE BAR
L’Envers du Décor
Saint-Émilion · booking recommended
On the menu: regional cooking, local ingredients and an emphasis on wine. The setting: a warm, elegant brasserie in central Saint-Émilion for a leisurely meal.
SEASONAL REGIONAL COOKING
Le Tertre
Saint-Émilion · booking recommended
On the menu: refined regional cooking that follows the seasons. The setting: an intimate atmosphere in the medieval town, with a terrace or a charming vaulted cellar.
LOCAL RIVER SPECIALITIES
Le Cabestan
Lavagnac · Sainte-Terre · booking recommended
On the menu: Bordeaux-style lamprey, shad and local Dordogne produce, depending on the menu and season. The setting: a warm, welcoming place rooted in the area’s fishing traditions.
TRADITIONAL SOUTH-WESTERN FRENCH COOKING
Le Melchior
Sainte-Terre · booking recommended
On the menu: Bordeaux-style lamprey, homemade foie gras, tricandilles (a local pork tripe speciality) and dishes from south-western France, depending on the menu. The setting: a charming Gironde house with the atmosphere of a traditional country residence.
Special occasions
FINE DINING IN A HISTORIC HOUSE
Logis de la Cadène
Saint-Émilion · advance booking essential
On the menu: carefully crafted, creative fine dining for a special occasion. The setting: a historic house with a hidden garden and a warm, intimate atmosphere for dinner as a couple or a celebration.
FINE DINING WITH VIEWS OF THE TOWN
La Table de Pavie
Saint-Émilion · advance booking essential
On the menu: refined, creative cooking inspired by the region, with wine pairings to complement the meal. The setting: an elegant restaurant overlooking the rooftops and vineyards of Saint-Émilion for a special evening.
FINE DINING AMONG THE VINEYARDS
Les Belles Perdrix de Troplong Mondot
Saint-Émilion · advance booking essential
On the menu: thoughtfully prepared fine dining, a highlight of your stay. The setting: at the top of the Troplong Mondot estate, with an intimate atmosphere and a panoramic terrace overlooking the vineyards.
Places and descriptions come from your hosts’ guest guide. Check opening times, menus, prices and availability with each venue before you go.
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