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In their establishment overlooking the pine forest, the Coussau family champion classic French cuisine and pay homage to the Landes terroir: foie gras, poultry, Chalosse beef, and fish from Capbreton. Regulars will be delighted that mainstays – scrambled eggs with black truffle, warm duck foie gras with grapes, and sole with porcini, or the traditional hot Grand Marnier soufflé – are still on the menu. In autumn, there is roast wood pigeon or hare à la royale: tradition is taken seriously here.

Housed in a half-timbered building that is typical of this part of France, this restaurant is the domain of Mathis Devaux. The son, grandson and nephew of chefs, you could say he was born into the profession. Expect a decor of terracotta floor tiles and exposed beams, with crockery and tables designed and made by local craftspeople. The chef crafts modern bistro cuisine using local produce (including Noir de Gascogne pork), such as oysters glazed in their own broth, horseradish cream, poached pear balls and oyster reduction, or crispy tartlet with pistachio slivers, heather honey ganache and y

Villa Mirasol has entrusted the reins of its centennial restaurant to Landes-born Philippe Lagraula (Troisgros and Bras), who rustles up market-fresh, generous, flavoursome cuisine. He is famous for his unconventional flair, precise plating and balanced flavours that are unveiled in a modern, no-holds barred score. Examples include grilled squid and txistora, balsamic-flavoured beetroot and kumquat. Sampling the house signature dessert, a decadent île flottante, on the riverside terrace in fine weather, is a treat not to be missed!

This former foundry, now a delightful restaurant, is set in a picturesque hamlet on the shores of the Étang d'Uza. Complete with a terrace overlooking the lake, the dining room features French workshop-style windows, rust-coloured tiling and contemporary furnishings. The chef devises a single surprise menu showcasing delicious dishes made with local produce and available in a four- or six-course format.

Authenticity is the name of the game in this Landes "inn" that specialises in hearty, wholesome food, far removed from fads and fashions. The menu shines a light on the local terroir – beef from the Fermes de Chalosse network of farms, fattened free-range duck, milk-fed veal, sheep's milk cheese from a village shepherd and additive-free house-made sourdough bread. An open sandwich with pork shank terrine and confit pig's ears, with an orange and endive salad, or their iconic veal sweetbreads in Jurançon wine served in a skillet: the generous portions are a throwback to a bygone era. Warm welco

If you like eating by the water, this old mill is the stuff of dreams! The chef prepares fresh ingredients and cooks up traditional cuisine with plenty of appealing regional flair: sole meunière, braised calf sweetbreads with morel sauce, fillet of beef, and chips cooked in goose fat. In fine weather, sit on the terrace overlooking the lake. Bucolic atmosphere guaranteed.

Tastefully refurbished in a contemporary, minimalist style, this restaurant is located at a remove from the town centre. The chef focuses on nature and short supply chains, showcasing the terroir of France's South-West, particularly the Landes, through constantly evolving surprise set menus. Excellent 800-strong wine list.