DOMAINE DE LEJOS - Portes d'Albi

Restaurants nearby

• L'ÉpicurienBib Luck has nothing to do with the current reputation of this downtown venue, facing Jean Jaurès Fountain, as the darling of the town’s discerning epicureans. The stripped-back interior sports a distinctly Scandinavian feel, which given the chef’s Swedish origins is hardly a surprise. On the culinary front, he deploys his undisputed talent, adding a new twist to French classics and conjuring up enticing recipes in tune with the era: generous portions, well crafted and oozing with flavour. The intelligent wine list and crack table staff, as professional as they are friendly, add the final flourish9.5km
• Alchimy In the heart of the old town, this handsome Art Deco building is home to a contemporary-style brasserie with an attractive glazed roof and an imposing Murano chandelier – a pleasant setting in which to peruse a menu packed with enticing options. Using local produce, the chef puts his own spin on the classics: seared salmon gravlax served with a mushroom salad; a fine cut of Tarn pork; a new version of tarte Tatin with Granny Smith opaline. Pure alchemy!9.8km
• Amapola Kitchen The premium location at the foot of Pont Vieux, overlooking the historic town and cathedral, is eminently Instagram worthy. The savvily revamped dinky bistro is run by a former art historian, whose healthy, colourful, well-crafted dishes hit the spot. This unorthodox, fine food DJ mixes South American, Italian and Comorian influences, with a scattering of lacto-fermented ingredients and a preference for organic sources. First-class organic and natural wines.10.4km
• La Taverne Besson This is an original Taverne with its contemporary, elegant, light - filled decor – and a terrace giving onto the countryside. Enjoy the enticing food, blending good local ingredients and original touches. You can also stay the night in one of the cleverly designed guestrooms.12.8km
• L'oc-xalis In this pretty village known for its pink garlic, an old stone building plays host to two dining rooms, a patio and a lounge with a wood fire crackling in a cast-iron stove. The hardwood floors, exposed stone walls and timber ceilings foster a cosy atmosphere. In the kitchen, Lydia Darasse and Thomas Massoutier serve up modern dishes, centred on fresh produce, sourced both locally and further afield: battered and fried soft-boiled egg, parsnip purée, button mushrooms and meurette sauce; seared scallops, saffron orzo risotto, lobster bisque and bottarga.15.1km

Includes Michelin / Black Pearl / guide picks (reference quality, no prices); data from Overture, Michelin Guide and others.