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Py-r

★★ Michelin€€€€gastronomic

Pierre Lambinon is nothing if not wholehearted! In this restaurant just a stone's throw from the Pont Neuf, he is making waves with his cooking. The meal begins with a festival of appetisers, bringing a foretaste of the flavours that will define the meal. The chef is at his most inspired when it comes to deftly preparing dishes based on herbs from the garden, fish and seafood and fine seasonal vegetables – intoxicating seafood aromas, grilled notes and the bitter overtones of vegetables. For example, line-caught hake from Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Pyrenean trout gravlax, broad beans and wild garli

🕐 Mo-Fr 20:00-22:00, Tu,We,Fr 12:00-14:00

La Table de Franck Putelat

★★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, Creative

The medieval city is emblematic of the time-honoured heritage of Carcassonne and its region… and the same could almost be said of Franck Putelat. Established at the foot of the city’s famous ramparts, this native of the Jura who has made the Aude his home, spins a succulent tale of land and sea in his contemporary, designer lair. Much of the produce comes from his large vegetable garden, as he cleverly reworks regional hits according to his mood and inspiration of the day. Attractive plating, lashings of flavour and suave finesse embody his spot-on repertory. Three examples that have become ic

En Marge

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine

Frank Renimel and his wife have transformed a former farmstead into a gourmet loft decked in wood and stone, whose floor to ceiling windows embrace the rolling countryside. Perfectly in tune with the seasons, the chef changes his menu monthly, blending local, rustic fare with noble ingredients such as caviar, truffles or cèpes. The diner is often bowled over by Renimel’s craftsmanship, such are the emotions created by each bite, which is the case with the chef’s version of cassoulet, a firm fixture on the menu. To pleasantly prolong your stay, five exquisitely appointed guestrooms add the fina

En Pleine Nature

★ Michelin€€€regional, french

Chef Sylvain Joffre promises and delivers fresh, subtle, 100% natural food. This authentic cook-gardener-gatherer makes the most of the herbs and vegetables from his own garden and from painstakingly sourced local producers. Sylvain is conscientious, serious and the antithesis of showy. He aims to serve first-rate food at prices that make sense, crafting each ingredient sincerely and truthfully, adding the occasional flourish by way of jus, coulis, plants and flowers… The tasteful interior is low-key with the bonus of alfresco dining shaded by parasols. Highly committed to the environment, the

🕐 Tu-Fr 12:00-14:00,19:00-22:00

Acte 2 Yannick Delpech

★ Michelin€€€€french, fine_dining

Yannick Delpech, previously chef of L'Amphitryon, returns to the stage for a second act with this atypical and charming restaurant. In a former sawmill, he combines fine dining with the bohemian spirit of a table d'hôtes. Soaking up an atmosphere created by music and a video projection, some 15 diners per seating are served a surprise set menu. Readable and indulgent, this authentic cuisine enhanced with robust-flavoured sauces and jus (the chef's trademark) never fails to make an impression: octopus cooked in red wine daube-style and married with lamb shoulder confit; red mullet with bottarga

🕐 Fr-Sa 12:00-14:00,Tu-Sa 20:00-22:00

SEPT

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine

Chef Guillaume Momboisse is at the helm of this modern establishment in the heart of the antique district, just a stone’s throw from the Marché des Carmes (covered market). Evening meals are served in a stylish interior (coffered ceiling, modern furnishings, round leather clad tables), courtesy of several-course surprise menus, often of seafood and Japanese inspiration. Graphic plating, designer tableware, spot-on service and a wine list selected to pair with the food set the scene for a creative culinary experience.

🕐 Tu-Sa 20:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 12:00-13:00

Agapes

★ Michelin€€fine_dining

In the trendy, hipster district of Saint Aubin, this tiny bistro, taken over by Arnaud Darbas and Virginie Béziaud, conjures up crisp fresh dishes oozing with distinctive flavours. The technique and creativity of the youthful chef, who trained with the best, are impressive: green asparagus and a light frothy sabayon with smoked olive oil; line-caught hake from Saint Jean de Luz, yuzu-laced shellfish and roasted white asparagus; Ibaïama pork, varied textures of seasonal veggies, garlic emulsion and a punchy gravy. In a simply appointed yet inviting interior, Virginie seamlessly manages the fron

🕐 Th-Sa 12:00-13:30; Tu-Sa 19:45-21:30

Stéphane Tournié - Les Jardins de l'Opéra

★ Michelin€€€Modern Cuisine

In a bright, stylish dining interior (hardwood floors, pale wood tables, wine cellar) and a flower-decked interior courtyard covered by a glass-paned roof, this enchanting, quiet and peaceful setting comes as a surprise in the very heart of the Place du Capitole. At this prestigious address, Stéphane Tournié, a former student of Lucien Vanel, André Daguin, Philippe Legendre (Taillevent) and Christian Constant (Le Crillon), lets his talent shine. This dedicated artisan focuses on the essential, with dishes such as scallops, cream of rice with nori, or duck foie gras ravioli and black truffle. T

L'Écorce

★ Michelin€€€gastronomic, french

Conventional French wisdom has it that you shouldn't judge a tree by its bark (écorce), but we would beg to differ! In an intimate setting accommodating around 20 covers facing the kitchen, the chef demonstrates a sure touch. The dishes, always accessible and balanced, feature carefully sourced ingredients and precise sauces – a contemporary tart of vegetables and seaweed; John Dory with mushrooms, passion fruit and olive sauce; Aveyron veal cooked two ways. The wine list homes in on a handful of well-chosen labels, with some excellent pairings available by the glass.

Auberge de la Forge

★ Michelin€€€Modern Cuisine

This duet of talented innkeepers (a chef and a pastry chef with a passion for wine) earned their stripes with stints in iconic establishments such as with Christophe Bacquié at the Castellet and at Le Gabriel and Le Ritz. Here, in their own restaurant, Théo crafts signature cuisine that sings an ode to the produce of nearby Tarn with seasonal fruit and veg that he cherry-picks himself from Lavour Market. Sourdough bread made with heirloom flours, an iced tea of tomato water spiked with garden herbs, delicately seasoned gravlax of ikejime trout, followed by blue lobster from Brittany bursting w

Michel Sarran

★ Michelin€€€€french

As Michel Sarran puts it, "this is more of a house than a restaurant", where guests are invited to take the time to eat and enjoy the moment in one of two dining rooms – a modern space on the ground floor and a more hushed and elegant ambiance on the first floor. Originally from the Gers département, the chef divided his time between the South-West and the Mediterranean before settling in Toulouse, where he came to be one of the city's culinary ambassadors. With his single set menus that celebrate the region's finest produce, he creates a sun-kissed take on the cuisine of the South of France,

🕐 Mo-Su 12:00-13:45,20:00-21:45

L'Aparté

★ Michelin€€€Modern Cuisine

This traditionally-built house, surrounded by lush greenery is so peaceful that you forget its location in the suburbs. The terrace, covered by a bioclimatic pergola, is a hit during the summer, while the stylish interior is both tasteful and comfortable. Chef Jérémy Morin skilfully rolls out creative dishes: roast rack of veal, brioche of sweetbread, vanilla-laced artichoke and a gutsy gravy or roast monkfish in sumac with braised baby gem lettuce in a raspberry seasoning, creamy yoghurt and a red wine and balsamic vinegar sauce.

Maison Pellestor Veyrier

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine

Chef Quentin Pellestor-Veyrier has set up shop with his partner Camille Hubert (front of house) in the former premises of Yannick Delpech's L'Amphitryon. Now in his thirties, he has built up a remarkable CV, having honed his skills in prestigious restaurants in the South of France (Franck Putelat, Gilles Goujon) and alongside another icon of Mediterranean cuisine, Alain Ducasse. His menu pays tribute to Occitan culinary heritage: from the South-West, foie gras and duck breast, veau du Ségala (veal), fragrant strawberries and toasted almonds; from the Mediterranean, Sétoise rouille, oysters fro

Le Puits du Trésor

★ Michelin€€€Modern Cuisine

Jean-Marc Boyer, a true craftsman whose passion is unmistakable, draws his culinary inspiration from solitary walks in the surrounding hills. Aromatic herbs and wild garlic enhance colourful dishes that are rife with crisp, forthright flavours, such as wild asparagus with morels from the Montagne Noire, Banka trout with lomo bacon and sautéed broad beans or confit rhubarb with raspberries accompanied by rhubarb and Limousin cream cheese ice cream. He arranges everything into a single set menu, packed with surprises. The interior, designed by Régis Dho in a Japanese vein, provides the perfect f

L'Équilibre

必比登€€Modern Cuisine, Farm to table

Run by an enthusiastic couple who believe in hearty, wholesome food, this restaurant fully deserves its resounding success. The chef skilfully works with fine market produce, illustrated by a perfectly cooked egg with a runny yolk, onions confit in white wine and shredded pork in wild garlic… Outstanding value for money and hits all the right buttons.

🕐 Tu-Fr 12:00-14:00, 20:00-22:00

Une Table à Deux

必比登€€Modern Cuisine

After learning the ropes in Toulouse, Morgane and Nicolas made a beeline for Korea and Malaysia to research new flavours. Back in their hometown, they have chosen the Carmes district to regale diners with playful recipes that blend Mediterranean and tropical flavours, resulting in impressively curated and beautifully balanced dishes. Fantastic value for money lunchtime menu.

🕐 Mo-Tu 12:00-13:45, 19:30-21:30; We 19:30-21:30; Th-Fr 12:00-13:45, 19:30-21:30

Le Carré de l'Ange

必比登€€Modern Cuisine

A stone's throw from Saint-Girons, this eatery is housed in the vaulted cellars of the bishop's palace, a listed monument historique built into the Roman wall. Brazilian chef Pamela, also a trained pastry chef, has a personal brand of cooking that showcases local produce and a few fruits and vegetables from the kitchen garden. Sommelier Gianni, of Italian origin, has just the right recommendation of a wine to pair with each dish. Discover beautifully plated, elaborate creations such as "Noir et Or" (Black and Gold) – cocoa, foie gras and mirabelle plums from the garden, and the restaurant's si

Cartouches

必比登€€Farm to table

In the picturesque and lively neighbourhood of Saint-Aubin, this tiny bistro is always busy! Chef Nicolas Brousse and his wife take great pleasure in serving up tasty, carefully prepared dishes. And in keeping with this spirit of conviviality, why not share a fine steak (butcher's choice – for two people)? This goes down very well with a natural wine from the extensive selection. The set menu changes every week.

L'Air de Famille

必比登€€french

L'Air de Famille makes for an appealing place to eat with its period decor (vintage advertising posters, original counter) and unpretentious atmosphere. Tradition and the seasons dictate the menu here, with particular attention paid to flavour combinations and sauces. Calf's head with ravigote sauce and other classics regularly feature… and they boast a well-stocked wine list!

🕐 Tu-We 12:00-14:00;Th-Sa 12:00-14:00;20:00-22:00

Bassas

€€Modern Cuisine

The Bassas couple, whom we first encountered at Deymier (also in Pamiers), has renovated this old town centre building from top to toe. The striking result is both understated and smart and provides the perfect foil to the food which shines the spotlight on local producers. Inspired selection of local wines.

Auberge du Poids Public

€€Traditional Cuisine

Following in her parents' footsteps, Céline Taffarello continues to showcase the best of the terroir, with produce such as magret of black mountain duck with sarawak pepper and delicious, perfectly seasoned roasted peach with verbena. The cassoulet, which has won several awards, is particularly popular. The panoramic terrace, with its pretty view of the Lauragais plain is delightful. Comfortable guestrooms.

La Table des Merville

€€€fine_dining

This glass extension on a pretty square with a terrace has kitchens that open onto the dining area, giving the impression that the chef is working among the guests. Claudie and Thierry Merville have succeeded in creating an original space in which to serve their nicely contemporary and lovingly prepared dishes!

Le Bellevue

€€french

Chef-patron Yann Ghazal runs this restaurant perched on the banks of the Ariège. A relaxed atmosphere prevails in the dining area, which has been given an appealing facelift. The menu features indulgent, colourful dishes: crispy-runny egg, warm chorizo chantilly cream and black garlic powder; beef cheek braised in red wine, lardo di Colonnata, Chasselas grapes, tender carrots and potato purée – all at reasonable prices. The shady riverside terrace is absolutely sublime.

🕐 Mo,Th,Fr,Sa 09:00-22:00; Su 10:00-15:00

Le Gentiane

€€Traditional Cuisine

Gentian root is lauded for various properties, one of which stimulates the appetite – true to its name, this place does just that! Nicolas Bachon and his father work in tandem in the kitchen, cooking up traditional dishes with a modern twist (such as the sautéed beef mignon). Service with a smile from their respective wives. During the week, the lunch menu is a real bargain!

La Table d'Auzeville

€€Traditional Cuisine

In this white house in the heart of a village in the suburbs of Toulouse, the chef serves up generous traditional cuisine, including dishes such as fillet of duck with a spicy reduction or tournedos of beef with morel mushrooms. For dessert, a crunchy strawberry tartlet with home-made pistachio ice cream. In fine weather, enjoy your meal on the shady terrace.

🕐 We-Sa 12:00-13:30, 19:30-21:30; Su 12:00-13:30

La Table de Laurent

€€Modern Cuisine

Laurent Prat uses quality produce (langoustine, monkfish etc) to create a range of classic and more modern dishes that are always seamlessly put together and have international influences: pan-fried gnocchi with spinach; seared prawns in a Mexican marinade; grilled grouper, aubergine roll with beetroot hummus. Afternoon tea with house-made pastries, served in an inviting wood-panelled interior.

🕐 Tu-Sa 12:00-14:00,19:00-21:30

Cuq en Terrasses

€€€Modern Cuisine

High up in the village, this charming 18C house is a haven of calm, boasting an unusual terraced garden that showcases the produce of the kitchen garden. It's a new departure for this restaurant run by two young professionals who have worked in MICHELIN-starred establishments in Toulouse, and who serve up cuisine that is essentially plant-based and finely executed: artichoke au gratin with aromatic herbs, chorizo emulsion; river trout from Condax fish farm, almond stuffing. Take in the breathtaking view of the Lauragais plain and the Pyrenees from the veranda and terrace. There are charming gu

Mas de Dardagna

€€Traditional Cuisine

Now, this is simple, well-made fare that does justice to its ingredients (the chef uses short supply chains as much as possible): guinea fowl and black Gascon pork charlotte, artichoke cream, full-bodied gravy and fresh mushrooms. No doubt about it, this typical Toulouse farmhouse is a haven for foodies! On sunny days, make the most of the terrace beneath the wisteria.

Ciel à Table

€€french

On the church square in this village in the Toulouse Conurbation, this typical pink brick building has now been extended by a large room with a glass roof and a patio shaded by a chestnut tree and a lime tree. The light-filled restaurant room boasts contemporary decor and a large open kitchen. The cuisine reflects the style of the place, flirting with the zeitgeist, in dishes such as Mediterranean tuna bao with notes of sesame, or pigeon served two ways: the leg confit and the supreme cooked whole. Attentive and alert service.

ME.

€€Modern Cuisine

This restaurant is ensconced in the Grand Hôtel Moderne et Pigeon, a former monastery dating back to the early 16C. With a superb 17C stained-glass window, the place has undeniable cachet. With its elegant patio, it has the feel of a bohemian bistro. Chef Stéphane Castaing is as creative as ever: salmon gravlax on tomato panna cotta, fillet of beef with black garlic and vegetable condiment... Laid-back friendly service.

L'Ambrosia

€€Modern Cuisine

On the road to Toulouse, take a break in this modern house: the chef’s preparations are meticulous, coherent and crafted to suit modern tastes, all the more so as he uses premium ingredients: seabass, sweetbread, langoustine… Reasonably priced too.

Les Têtes d'Ail

€€french

This is the place for wholesome bistronomic fare from southwest France! Market-fresh, flavoursome dishes that keep pace with the seasons, well-selected local produce, excellent value for money (particularly at lunchtime), all of which in a busy shopping high street near Place des Carmes. Invariably packed, which is always a good sign!

🕐 Tu-Sa 12:00-14:30,20:00-22:00

Hito

€€french

Hitoshi Araki's restaurant is near Place des Salins. Working alone in the kitchen, the chef cooks up creative French cuisine enriched with passing references to Japan. His indisputably precise execution, remarkable cooking technique and bold flavours come through in dishes such as melt-in-the-mouth pork belly preserved in its own juices and lightly caramelised on the outside – delicious! The lunch menu is a steal.

🕐 Mo-Fr 12:00-14:00,20:00-22:00

Les Volets Rouges

€€Modern Cuisine

This red-shuttered house exudes a subtle Basque feel, a reminder of the origins of the pair of brothers who own this bistro. The elder of the two draws on his extensive experience in Parisian kitchens in a new take on the flavours of South-West France; the younger brother smoothly orchestrates the restaurant floor and provides expert recommendations from the well-crafted wine list. The dishes change from day to day: butternut squash and sage ravioli topped with turmeric butter, Basque lamb confit served with smoked sucrine lettuce and a white chilli sauce. The simple, bold culinary spirit hark

Cécile

€€french

In the lively, bustling Carmes neighbourhood, a close-knit young team welcomes you to this modern bistro with a wood-decked veranda, large open kitchen and contemporary decor. The short menu is inspired by a real mix of cultures: exotic touches are incorporated into dishes such as Thai duck tartare and farm-reared pork loin with mango and pomegranate.

🕐 Tu-Sa 09:00-22:00

Solides

€€french

This restaurant opposite the market stands out on account of its fine bistro food, delivered by a chef who is a proponent of short supply chains. It also boasts an excellent (and coherent) natural wine list. In a bohemian atmosphere, sample the house speciality: vol-au-vent with calf sweetbreads, cockerel combs and chicken sauce, as well as terrific cheeses from the region.

🕐 We-Sa 19:30-22:30

Hortùs

€€€Modern Cuisine

Hortùs means ‘garden’ in Latin and plants are at the heart of the cuisine of chef Clément Lessoud (former sous-chef to Ludovic Turac at the restaurant Une Table au Sud in Marseille). His creative, healthy and eco-minded cooking (i.e. organic ingredients and limited animal protein) is an ode to the South in the broadest sense, and more particularly to the flavours of the Mediterranean: pissaladière with creamy potatoes and capers; squid like a cacio and pepe carbonara with guanciale bacon; blackberry sorbet and a coffee ice cream cone.

Le Servant

€€gastronomic, french

This restaurant nestled behind a green façade in the Saint-Cyprien neighbourhood is run by Nicolas Servant and Katie, his wife. Inside, concrete features meet wooden furnishings. The ingredient-led cuisine cuts to the chase: cream of porcini soup, poached egg and golden croutons; crispy pork belly, creamed pumpkin and chestnut; white chocolate ganache, quince and ras el hanout tuile. Genuine bistro dishes – hearty and flavourful – to be washed down with wine from a carefully curated selection.

🕐 Tu-Fr 12:00-21:30; Mo 19:30-21:30

Le Cénacle

€€€Modern Cuisine

Le Cénacle sports a plush, elegant interior, depicted by a superb 16C sculpted fireplace, a Caravaggio print and exposed rafters. The chef takes pride in forging long-standing partnerships with top-drawer regional producers: organic vegetables from Gers, lamb from Béarn, line-caught fish. Inventive cuisine with a Mediterranean slant and good value for money at lunchtime.

🕐 Tu-Fr 12:00-14:00, 19:30-22:00; Sa 19:30-21:00

Genty Magre

€€french

This restaurant, run by chef Romain Brard for over 20 years, proudly announces its agenda on the menu: "traditional French bourgeois cuisine". He won the title for best cassoulet Toulousain in 2023 with his indulgent casserole of lingot beans, Toulouse sausages and artisanal pork rind sausages, pork belly, snout and ears, duck confit, carrots, onions, celery, garlic, tomato, spices etc. You can even buy a jar of it to enjoy at home! Add into the mix a good selection of wines from the South-West and attentive, pleasant service from Priscilla. This appealing family-run restaurant is good value f

🕐 Tu-Sa 12:00-14:00,19:30-22:00

Émile

€€regional, bistro

An appealing wine list, 100% house-made traditional cuisine that focuses on fresh produce and local producers and – the icing on the cake – a pretty terrace overlooking a lovely square. The star of the show is obviously the cassoulet, but the menu proposes plenty of delicious alternatives, all at reasonable prices.

🕐 Tu-Sa 12:00-13:30,19:30-21:30

Mantesino

€italian

The Naples-born chef, who used to be an engineer, has enthusiastically donned an apron (mantesino in Italian) and opened this small bistro in a street near the Église Saint-Aubin. He gives pride of place to his roots by tapping into the culinary traditions of Southern Italy, from Campania to Puglia. A far cry from stereotypical Italian fare, his no-nonsense bistro cuisine wins diners over by drawing solely on flavoursome, meticulously selected ingredients: mortadella from Bologna, hazelnuts from Piedmont, Ibaïama pork, as well as meat from Aveyron and vegetables from local growers. Uplifting!

🕐 Tu-Fr 12:00-13:30; We-Fr 19:30-21:30

Chez Loustic

€€Modern Cuisine

In one of the busiest parts of the Saint-Cyprien neighbourhood, this modern bistro has an industrial aesthetic that makes for a convivial atmosphere. The pleasant little terrace overlooking the square is a bonus. Having learned the ropes at a Christian Constant restaurant, the chef prepares meticulous seasonal cuisine using market-fresh produce.

🕐 Tu-Fr 12:00-13:30,19:30-21:30; Sa 12:00-14:00

Bistrot August

€€Traditional Cuisine

A stone's throw from rue Gabriel Péri, two young chefs have transformed an old wine cellar into an intimate bistro. Trained with the Ducasse group, Léopold Gillen is to be found in the kitchen, while Maxime Renvaze provides cordial and attentive service, as well as recommendations from a wine cellar composed of some 100 carefully selected labels. This seasonal, technical and flavourful cuisine features perfectly balanced seasoning and carefully crafted details: pâté en croûte with foie gras, pork, duck and venison; hay-smoked duck, squash and juniper juice. Great-value lunch set menu and short

Les Sales Gosses

€€french

Les Sales Gosses (naughty kids) chalks up its creative version of heart-warming bistro classics on large blackboards. The food is the work of chef Bruno, who is definitely top of the class! A great meal every time. And if it’s fully booked, there is now a Plan B: Le Bistrot, not far away, on Rue de l'Industrie.

🕐 We-Fr 12:00-13:30, 19:30-21:00; Tu 19:30-21:00

L'Hippi'curien

€€french

At this small restaurant in an old building with exposed brick and pebble interior walls, diners have two options: excellent value for money at lunchtime or more elaborate cuisine in the evening with the single set menu. The new chef, who has a particular fondness for France's South-West, makes the best seasonal ingredients the focus of his set menus: grilled green asparagus, roast fillet of duckling, bluefin tuna from Saint-Jean-de-Luz etc. Attentive service.

🕐 Mo-Fr 12:00-14:00; We-Fr 18:30-23:30

L'alouette

€€Farm to table

Opposite the legendary Victor Hugo market, good food lovers rave about this friendly eatery. Aged rib of beef and line-caught hake rub shoulders, while a patriotic lineup of bistro classics (paupiette of poultry and girolles or rump steak and shallot sauce) cosies up to spring veggies from the next-door market stalls, like white asparagus jazzed up chorizo. To finish, whether you choose the profiterole or the rice pudding, you will be in bliss. A wholesome, feel-good vibe flanked by a terrace that is just the ticket for a drink before dinner.

🕐 We-Fr 12:00-14:00, 19:00-22:00; Sa 12:00-15:00, 19:00-22:00; Su 12:00-15:00

L'Intangible

€€€Modern Cuisine

This 1850 family château was tastefully restored in 2022 by a young couple raised in the world of Alain Ducasse and used to high-flying establishments (Palais de l’Élysée and Plaza Athénée for her, Meurice for him). Their single set menu aims to showcase vegetables from the local terroir and their own kitchen garden, albeit scattered with globetrotting touches. Grilled white asparagus accompanied by a garlic sabayon, shiitake and oyster mushroom ravioli with egg confit, pigeon breast and leg wrapped in chard leaves. For dessert, the pastry chef steps in with fruity delights, such as a strawber

L'Auberge d'Antan

€€Traditional Cuisine

In what used to be the barn belonging to the château, this restaurant boasts an impressively high ceiling. Hams suspended from the ceiling, stonework and beams make for a lovely country atmosphere. No - nonsense cooking at its best, with traditional dishes such as grilled meats and suckling pig prepared right in front of you at the huge fireplace.

Cap de Castel

€€Modern Cuisine

Take a seat on the splendid terrace with the Pyrenees in the distance and the Montagne Noire in the foreground and get ready to sample modern cuisine with traditional touches. The food highlights local produce, such as veal raised in Puylaurens, lightly seared and served rare with Veggie Wellington and a coffee-flavoured veal gravy. Lovely guestrooms to prolong your stay in style.

Les Planeurs

€€japanese, french

A deliberately bohemian, offbeat setting provides the foil to crisp, unusual and aromatic Franco-Japanese cuisine. Excellent value for pleasure.

L'Instant...

€€french

You can look forward to a modern gourmet interlude here ranging from an attractive set menu with choices (only one dessert) at lunchtime to a more ambitious lineup in the evening with ‘L’Instant Gourmet’ menu. Terrine of pot-au-feu with veggies, whipped horseradish sauce; roast fillet of trout, cumin-laced creamy split peas with a lemon-spiked emulsion of shellfish; French toast with salted butterscotch caramel. Alfresco dining in fine weather on the terrace. Popular with foodies and within easy reach of Toulouse.

🕐 Mo-Fr 19:00-23:00

Domaine d'Auriac

€€€french

A magnificent 19C property steeped in history sets the elegant scene and provides the perfect foil for classical recipes, enhanced by the odd modern twist. When the weather allows, make a beeline for the terrace overlooking the grounds. The epitome of good taste in a quintessentially French country estate.

Ô Saveurs

€€€creative

With its colourful contemporary style, this recently renovated restaurant near Toulouse is a pleasant and relaxing location. Chef David Biasibetti builds several courses into a surprise set menu showcasing his lovely contemporary cuisine – think monkfish with spinach and watercress, or a surf and turf combination of scallops and pig's ears. Here, seasonal ingredients are elevated by means of careful presentation.

🕐 Tu-Fr 12:00-14:00,19:30-21:30;Sa 19:30-22:00;Su 12:00-14:00

Maison Castet

€€Creative

Opposite the train station, this restaurant has been completely refurbished and boasts a chic contemporary style, with furniture made in France and a terrace that is very popular in summer. Chef Florant Cluzel's single set menus showcase seasonal produce from the Pays de Comminges: monkfish with black pork chorizo and peppery riquette leaves, line-caught bluefin tuna grilled with black lemon, and apricot and rosemary cheesecake. In summer, there is a lobster-themed menu. Excellent wine list, a warm welcome and attentive service.

Brasserie à 4 Temps

€€Traditional Cuisine

A modern brasserie extended by a shady terrace, where you can enjoy classics that have been given a new spin by Franck Putelat's former sous-chef. House pâté en croûte, beef tartare, vol-au-vent or cassoulet… Rustic, wholesome fare throbbing with flavour. Book ahead to be sure of a table.

La Barbacane

€€€€Classic Cuisine

Set deep in historic Carcassonne, the Hôtel de la Cité is a superb example of neo-Gothic architecture, built in 1909 on the site of the former episcopal palace, whose magnificent gardens abut the ramparts. Inside, stained-glass windows, coats of arms and wainscoting lend it an ambience worthy of 19C French architect Viollet-le-Duc. Based on top quality ingredients, notably Mediterranean fish and seafood, as well as game and mushrooms in autumn, the menu champions the region’s terroir in dishes that add a new spin to classical recipes.

La Table d'Alaïs

€€regional

Within the medieval walled city, this is your best bet if you want to avoid the tourist traps. Up the stairs, you'll find the pared-back dining area leading onto a courtyard terrace for dining in fine weather. On the menu, traditional and modern go hand in hand: 64-degree egg, truffle and button mushrooms; cassoulet with Castelnaudary beans and duck confit; pavlova with seasonal fruit and vanilla mascarpone cream.

🕐 Mo, Tu, Fr-Su 12:00-14:00, 19:15-22:00

L'Œuf de Coq

€€€Modern Cuisine

A fine arts student in a former life, chef Mathieu Lacaze takes great care over the presentation of his dishes. His artistic sensibility shines through in his resolutely modern market-fresh cuisine. In keeping with the seasons, his dishes are prepared using quality local ingredients selected from organic market gardeners and small-scale livestock farmers. The space is contemporary, with exposed tiles and stone walls; in fine weather, make a beeline for the small patio terrace. A surprise set menu is served in the evening, along with a fine selection of independent wines, mainly organic and nat