La Ferme du Bois Barbu

As enthusiastic as ever, Guillaume Monjuré (who first came to our attention in Lyon and Corrençon-en-Vercors) plays host to guests in this family-owned barn, which has been renovated into a table d'hôte-style restaurant. Fanning the flames of his passion for cooking over an open fire, he has set up a wood-burning oven in full view of diners; he cooks absolutely everything in it, from bread first thing in the morning, to vegetables and fish during the meal. This is natural, primitive cuisine that is no less personal and creative for all that. He is able to elevate vegetables, herbs and fish fro

This handsome building is an institution in this Vercors village. Dating from 1867, it is home to a historical cafe adorned with frescoes dating back to 1912. Locally sourced ingredients from the Vercors plateau play the lead roles on the menu, which changes regularly. Respect for the seasons goes hand in hand with respect for the produce, culinary skill and flavour. Three guestrooms upstairs.

In the heart of a village of orchards devoted to walnut growing, this lovely stone building is where Yann Tanneau rolls out a creative and enticing lineup. After learning the ropes in top houses, this tattooed and enthusiastic chef crafts and serves, entirely single-handedly, perfectly executed first-class dishes. You may start with a yummy association of oeuf parfait, creamy celery, smoked haddock and Iberic lomo. For the main course, we recommend juicy, tender poultry breast, underscored by cardamon, combawa and green curry. This elegant, gourmet feast is sampled in a simple, welcoming inter

In tasteful, contemporary premises, chef Élie Michel-Villaz, who remains steadfastly true to his defining mantra, simplicity, rolls out a fresh, crisply crafted repertory, paired with lovingly selected wines (several hundred references – many natural or biodynamic). A short supply chain business that is going strong. Simpler menu at lunchtime and alfresco dining to the rear. Casual vibe.

A fortified house during the Middle Ages, and a convent up until 1905, this "chalet" is now a hotel-restaurant run by the Prayer family, for whom tradition and generosity are the answer to everything. Their big-boned, wholehearted score reads like a vintage cookbook: hare pâté, fillet of trout and crayfish and Dauphiné ravioles, or a melt-in-the-mouth chocolate and vanilla ice cream extravaganza. Cosy rooms for overnight stays.

In this enchanting family establishment, open since 1852, you can choose between a stylish dining room dripping in plush details (round, white tableclothed tables, silverware, coffered ceiling, wainscoting and a fireplace) or an idyllic alfresco terrace in fine weather. Chef Fabien Capogna crafts a savvily updated classical score, illustrated by crunchy, lacquered sweetbread, melt-in-the-mouth carrots, tangy seasoning and red port wine. Madame Chavant, who supervises the front-of-house, can be relied upon to greet each guest warmly and individually in line with the house motto: the customer is

This elegant bistro, helmed by Franck Barbier, chef, and Luc Brunner, sommelier, sports a contemporary interior bathed in light with a view of the park. Up-to-the-minute, indulgent recipes: Tahitian-style tartare of tuna, roast breast of poultry, apricot crumble with Bulgarian ice cream. Well-curated wine list, spot-on service and lovely alfresco area.