Bordeaux travel guide - where to stay, what to do, and where to eat in Bordeaux, Nouvelle Aquitaine, France.
Bordeaux dining runs from market stalls at the Marché des Capucins to wine-focused bistros, brasseries on Rue Saint-Rémi and starred tables in Chartrons.
Top restaurants
Handpicked picks for the best dining experiences.
Restaurants by cuisine
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French
Market Cuisine
Food tours & tastings in Bordeaux
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Street food
Local flavours at affordable prices.
Canelé de Bordeaux
Small caramelised custard cake with a rum and vanilla flavour, sold in bakeries across the city.
Price: EUR 1.50-3 (~$1.70-3.45)
Oysters from the Arcachon basin
Fresh oysters opened to order and eaten with lemon and white wine.
Price: EUR 10-18 (~$11.50-20.70) per half dozen
Sandwich jambon-beurre
Baguette with ham and butter, a bakery staple for a quick lunch.
Price: EUR 4-6 (~$4.60-6.90)
Crêpes and galettes
Sweet and savoury Breton-style pancakes sold at small crêperies and stands.
Price: EUR 4-9 (~$4.60-10.35)
Kebab and falafel in Saint-Michel
Quick takeaway wraps in the multicultural Saint-Michel quarter.
Price: EUR 6-9 (~$6.90-10.35)
Food markets
Where locals shop and graze.
Marché des Capucins
Covered market in the Capucins quarter with produce, oysters and cheese; a stop on the main Bordeaux food-tour itineraries.
Dining etiquette & tips
Navigate the local food scene confidently.
Compare the plat du jour and set lunch menus; lunch is usually cheaper than dinner.
Book gastronomic restaurants such as Maison Nouvelle, Le Chapon Fin and Cent33 ahead.
Canelés are best eaten the day they are baked.
- Note
- Southwest cooking is meat- and foie-gras-heavy; vegetarians should check menus in advance.
Food budget guide
What to expect at different price points.
| Level | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $5-15/meal | Street food, local eateries, and simple restaurants. |
| Mid-range | $15-40/meal | Sit-down restaurants with good service and varied menus. |
| Upscale | $40+/meal | Fine dining, international cuisine, and premium experiences. |