Radio

Cuisine

Modern Cuisine

Michelin

1

Price

€€€€

Website

https://www.hotel-radio.fr/

Description

From the upper reaches of town, this attractive hotel dating from the 1930s broadcasts a non-stop resounding tribute to the electro-magnetic waves and the triode vacuum tube that made the invention of the talkies and the wireless possible. Its Art Deco decor has lost none of its splendour – mosaic flooring, decorative wrought iron and a marriage of glass and mirrors. In the kitchen, chef Wilfrid Chaplain mixes influences from his native Normandy and his adopted Auvergne, drawing out their gentle, little-explored harmonies. Technically proficient, he creates ambitious, subtle and delicate cuisi

Review score

4.4

Review count

100

Review summary

Radio in Chamalières offers modern cuisine with generally high ratings. Food quality is frequently praised, particularly the perfect cooking of yellow perch and lamb, alongside excellent cheese and dessert presentations. However, some diners find portions insufficient or overly stylized. Service is polarizing; while many appreciate the warm welcome and knowledgeable sommelier, others report slow pacing, cold attitudes, or perceived bias. The ambiance features a bright Art Deco building with spacious rooms, though some consider the decor dated and the atmosphere heavy. Despite occasional inconsistencies in service and value perception, the restaurant remains a notable establishment known for its culinary consistency and historic presence in the region.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking high-quality modern French cuisine who can tolerate occasional service inconsistencies.

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