Malibu Village

This old building with thick stone walls a stone's throw from Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral has been appointed in a minimalist vein with an open kitchen, a large corner counter and pale wood tables; it is regularly packed to the rafters and with good reason, so be sure to book. At the helm are Franco-Japanese couple Yuka and Marc Meya, a highly inventive pair whose seasonal cuisine designed for sharing brings together Catalan and Japanese ingredients, drawing on the culinary techniques of both countries. Mainstays on the menu include the iconic karaage, boneless chicken deep fried in oil, serv