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This elegant house built of local stone is something of an institution on the Right Bank, in a neighbourhood that is not renowned for its stock of good restaurants. Passionate about ingredients and flavour, chef François Sauvêtre crafts pared-back and straightforward cuisine, eschewing fancy techniques. The multi-course surprise set menu highlights the chef's talent for sauces; the "Balade de Saison" set menu offers excellent value for money at lunchtime and in the evening. The completely refurbished dining room, done out in soft shades of white, blue and grey, opens out onto a quiet south-fac

Located in the central edifice on Bordeaux's iconic Place de la Bourse, opposite the Miroir d'Eau water feature, this establishment is run by the owners of Château Angelus and Logis de la Cadène in Saint-Émilion. The gorgeous 18C parlours have been converted into a single open space and lavishly appointed – oak floors, thick carpets, wood panelling and mouldings. Young chef Bertrand Noeureuil, who worked with Arnaud Donckele, delights diners with beautiful cuisine inspired by the sea and the seasons – noisette de sole "Chambrelent" au plat, or lightly veiled thin fillets of sardines "Bacalan",

British chef Gordon Ramsay (born in Scotland) is a true culinary talent who has already been awarded three Michelin stars in England. He signs off on Le Pressoir d'Argent's menu who breathes a touch of modernity into the classic cuisine. It all comes together to enhance that French art de vivre – the opulent and refined decor and ultra competent service, the celebration of the finest ingredients from the abundant Bordeaux and Aquitaine region (foie gras, truffles, caviar, fish)… and the solid silver Christofle lobster press that is moved from table to table. The competence of the three sommeli

The quatrième mur (‘fourth wall’) of a theatre is the invisible one that separates the actors from the audience. An apt name for this restaurant set in Bordeaux’ iconic Grand Théâtre. Philippe Etchebest plays a gloriously simple, understated score focusing on first-rate ingredients, high-flying technique, a side dish and a jus. The terrace on one of the opera house’s outdoor side galleries is heavenly. Bookings essential – two sittings at lunchtime and in the evening. The menus change weekly.

Previously cohorts at Miles (now closed), Gil Elad and Ronan Cadoret strike again! In this small bistro complete with a counter, they serve up a veritable feast of small plates celebrating the flavours and spices of the Middle East. Their dishes make good use of the locally sourced produce at hand (Landes free-range chicken marinated in sumac with a spicy chicken jus; shish barak stuffed with porcini and seasonal chanterelles). Other highlights include a wide variety of delicious house-baked breads (eg Yemeni kubaneh) and some excellent desserts, including a Lebanese turnover filled with a dat

On the Quai de Paludate, one wing of Château Descas houses this contemporary restaurant with polished concrete floors and walls with arches that are characteristic of Bordeaux. In an ambience fostered by dim lighting and a soundtrack of electronic music, the dishes of chef Christophe Girardot (previously at Paradoxe in Cenon) come together beautifully, a case in point being his melt-in-the-mouth veal chuck, herb gnocchi and full-bodied meat jus. Complement your food with a cocktail or choose from the extensive selection of fine wines.

A genuine institution, this country inn champions dishes of yesteryear... Sanguette (blood pudding), macaronade (pasta with beef and tomato sauce), chips fried in duck fat: local produce is promoted with conviction in hearty dishes from South-West France, but also seasonal vegetables and meat roasted in the hearth. The fine produce on the counter certainly whets the appetite.