ibis budget Valenciennes Petite-Forêt

Behind its imposing doorway, this restaurant is housed in an old barn that has been renovated and now boasts an elegant contemporary decor. Beneath the high beamed ceiling, the honey-coloured parquet flooring, glass panels revealing the kitchen and a large exposed wine cellar are enhanced by shades of khaki and yellow. Chef Damien Franco presents a surprising and personal brand of cuisine. Precise cuissons, beautifully presented dishes and bold flavours are the order of the day: tender paleron steak, pearly fish, and desserts infused with Levantine flavours.