Nîmes
This family boulangerie (bakery) makes 25 kinds of bread, cakes and other sweet treats such as caladons (honey and almond-studded biscuits). They also…
Must-see restaurants in France
Montpellier
This upbeat cafe and cake shop is perfect for breakfasts and cake fixes. It also serves wholesome burgers and salads at lunchtime, which you can enjoy…
Bayonne
Beautifully conceived and created sweets, canapés and finger foods by Joëlle and Maitena Erguy make this a special stop for a light snack or pick-me-up,…
Bastia
This friendly Italian place, tucked under the arches in the old town, serves cheap and tasty pizzas and pasta, plus a few pricier steak or fish specials,…
Toulouse
Ex-contestant on French Masterchef Simon Carlier continues to woo foodies in his convivial bistro with inventive dishes made from local ingredients…
Paris
SuperNature's handy takeaway branch is two doors down from the cantine and serves sandwiches, salads, and thick slices of sweet potato and gorgonzola…
Paris
Wood-fired gourmet pizzas to eat in or to go (€10.50 to €14), plus happy-hour apéritifs from 6pm. Fresh pasta served around the corner at the trattoria.
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Dating from 1866, this iron-and-glass covered market has an enticing range of French specialities and produce, as well as affordable lunches at a variety…
Montpellier
This bar à manger (hybrid bar-restaurant) in a stunning vaulted dining room scores high for atmosphere and is a buzzing spot for fine wine in the company…
The Dordogne
This diminutive, welcoming restaurant is your best bet in the centre of Domme. All dishes are created seasonally, with an emphasis on local duck and…
Beaune
This intimate restaurant on a narrow medieval street is known for cuisine elaborée (creatively transformed versions of traditional dishes) made with fresh…
The Dordogne
Au Fil du Temps is one of two bistros run by Moulin de l'Abbaye. Located just south of central Brantôme, it serves traditional Périgordian roasted meats.
The Luberon
Simple tapas, cold beers and a nice location on a tree-shaded square – the 'Spanish Inn' makes a pleasant spot for a quick lunch or pre-dinner snacks.
Montpellier
The city’s main covered market is stocked to the rafters with local goodies. There are lots of Languedoc wines on offer, as well as copious fish and…
Burgundy
Mâcon's most venerable gastronomic sanctuary is the Michelin-starred Restaurant Pierre, where chef Christian Gaulin juggles creativity and tradition to…
Nice
Straddling a prime stretch of beachfront at the heart of the Promenade des Anglais, Sporting serves up unbeatable Mediterranean views along with pizza,…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Tuck into excellent pizzas, burrata, salads and wine at this friendly Italian eatery in the Haut Marais. Each day, the blackboard is chalked up with a…
Honfleur
A traditional food market on Saturday, a biologique (organic) market on Wednesday. There's usually a vendor selling made-to-order crêpes. The market is…
The Dordogne
Simple, no-nonsense fare is served at this central cafe, one of the only places in town that caters to both locals and tourists. Croque monsieurs, pizzas…
Toulouse
This market-hall lunch spot gets crowded with diners eager to sample Toulouse specialities, like cassoulet with duck confit, in an unfussy setting. Arrive…
The Pyrenees
Cheesy raclettes and fondues are the mainstay at this zero-fuss brasserie – there are more than 15 on offer, all served to share, and you can add meats…
The Dordogne
Au Fil de l’Eau specialises in fish, and is one of the two bistros of renowned Moulin de l'Abbaye. Its terrace faces the emerald green River Dronne.
The Dordogne
In high season reserve ahead for a spot on the sunny terrace in the centre of Beynac village, where you’ll get an array of seasonal, local specialties…
Fontainebleau
With wooden panelling, red banquette seating and atmosphere to spare, the Franklin keeps locals well fed: the salades composées (salads with meat or fish)…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
The Marais branch of famous Parisian bread-maker Poilâne sells its signature sourdough loaves and scrumptious pastries, as well as beautiful glazed…
Bayonne
It might not look like much from the outside, but this is a great place to try classic bistro dishes shot through with some southwestern flavours. The…
Corsica
Modelled on a Greek temple, with its open sides, tiled roof and 21 classical columns, Île Rousse’s covered food market opens every morning. Outside summer…
Colmar
Buy local wine, pâté and charcuterie in the downstairs épicerie (specialist grocer) or dig into tartines (open-face sandwiches) and daily specials in the…
The Dordogne
Sweet potato soup, leek curry and three varieties of tartines (open-faced sandwiches) – plus ice cream and milkshakes in summer months – make this address…
Avignon
Over 40 food stalls showcase seasonal Provençal ingredients. Cooking demonstrations are held at 11am Saturday. Outside on place Pie, admire Patrick Blanc…
Toulouse
Treat yourself to roasted monkfish in lemon sauce, duck with truffles and artistically presented desserts at this sumptuous restaurant crowned with a…
The Pyrenees
Pau’s once unsightly produce market will soon be housed in a new, beautifully designed, light-filled building adjoining its previous location. Look for…
Lyon & the Rhône Valley
Pair off-the-beaten track La Platine with a visit to the adjacent Cité du Design to enjoy an under-the-radar winner. It serves super-fresh dishes prepared…
La Passerelle du Clair de Lune
Brittany
This intimate little restaurant serves up inventive and delectable French dishes with mouth-watering views over the water, coupled with welcoming service…
Bonifacio
A Bonifacio institution, this cavernous old-town joint has a tantalising menu that showcases the classics of Corsican cuisine, from tripe to chestnut cake…
Normandy
Locals keep coming back for Le Plouc 2’s creative versions of traditional French favourites, prepared with seasonal ingredients and served in a cosy, wood…
Rouen
The down-to-earth menu is stuffed with gratins (cheese-topped dishes), salads, œufs cocottes (eggs with grated cheese baked in cream) and homemade…
Toulouse
Follow the tangy scent of ripe Brie into this exceptional cheese shop. Browse its good-value selection of goat cheese and bleu (blue cheese), among other…
Biarritz
This marketside place serves an impressive selection of hams, cheeses, wines and, our favourite, sardines in oil. There's a raised wooden outdoor terrace…
Reims
Winningly fresh seafood is the big deal at this tiny eatery set above a fishmongers: try sardines tossed in chilli butter, home-smoked salmon or hot…
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