★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine
Laurent Barberot, a chef with an impressive CV (Plaza Athénée in Paris, La Pyramide in Vienne, La Côte d'Or in Saulieu, Le Clos des Sens in Annecy), presides in this modern inn on the doorstep of Dole. His single set menu showcases the best of seasonal produce with a sprinkling of regional touches, such as smoked eel, hand-dived scallops, Bresse poultry and Jura cheeses. N.B. The fine dining restaurant is only open Friday evening to Saturday evening.
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.2/5 · 101 reviews
La Chaumière in Dole offers modern cuisine with generally high food quality, noted for fresh flavors and neat presentation. Staff are often praised for their welcoming attitude and ability to handle dietary restrictions. The atmosphere is comfortable, with some guests appreciating the fireplace. However, criticisms focus on slow meal pacing, with long waits between courses, and concerns over small portion sizes relative to cost. While most reviews are positive, highlighting the chef's passion, some diners find the pricing excessive for the quantity served. Overall, it remains a solid choice for those seeking refined dining, despite occasional service timing issues.
Suitable for food enthusiasts prioritizing quality and ambiance who can tolerate slower service pacing.
★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine
This 18C manor house with a pink façade and Italianate columns overlooking the Saône valley is aptly named! With his wife, a sommelier and the daughter of winegrowers, Romuald Fassenet has turned this Classical edifice into a pared-back designer establishment with a handful of charming guestrooms providing overnight accommodation near Dole. His bold, appetising food reveals his genuine passion for the Jura terroir (in fact, he was sous-chef to chef Jean-Paul Jeunet) and is based on a sound mastery of technical skills. He makes superb sauces with Jura vin jaune; AOC poularde de Bresse, morels,
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.6/5 · 100 reviews
Located in Sampans, Château du Mont Joly offers modern cuisine and Michelin-starred service. Most reviews praise the original, refined dishes, excellent wine pairings, and warm hospitality, with chefs often greeting guests personally. The ambiance features an enchanting terrace, garden, and pool views. However, some negative feedback highlights poor value for money, insufficient portion sizes, and a lack of culinary surprise. Service is occasionally described as rigid or indifferent, and accommodations require renovation. While many enjoy a perfect gastronomic experience, others find it overrated due to inconsistent service and high costs relative to the experience provided.
Suitable for diners seeking refined cuisine and elegant surroundings, though reasonable expectations regarding value and accommodation status are advised.