Restaurant · Saint-Émilion
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- Price
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- Where
- Saint-Émilion
What to eat
Market cooking by chef Bertrand Bordenave, with fresh produce from local producers; the bread and pastry are made in-house. The dishes that made the house's name are still on the menu: the côte de bœuf and the T-bone for two, the confit lamb shoulder for two and the Grand Marnier soufflé. With the autumn 2026 menu, starters ran from €13.50 for the soup to €28 for the foie gras with smoked eel, and main courses from €26 for the calf's liver to €34 for the beef fillet. The cellar has more than 500 labels, from Bordeaux and the great regions of France, with wines by the glass.
The house
It was the first wine bar in Saint-Émilion: it was founded by François des Ligneris in 1987, and since 2017 it has been run by the Perse family, owners of Château Pavie. It is on Rue du Clocher, in the heart of the village, and behind the dining room it has a shaded garden against the walls of the collegiate church, away from the noise of the streets.
When to go
Open seven days a week, at lunchtime and in the evening. Book by phone; for groups there is another number.
What to order: A house dish, such as the lamb shoulder for two, and a glass of a local wine.
Practical details
- Phone
- +33 5 57 74 48 31
- Opening hours
- Cuisine
- bistro, French market cooking
House specialities
- Côte de bœuf for two
- Confit lamb shoulder
- Grand Marnier soufflé
- Crêpe Suzette flambéed at the table
Tips
- Ask for a garden table It is the quietest place in the centre to eat.
- Ask about the wines by the glass With more than 500 labels, the sommelier will guide you.
- Sunday, yes Open every day: a good option for a Sunday outing.
Frequently asked questions
Is it open on Sundays?
Yes, seven days a week, lunch and dinner.
How much does a meal cost?
With the autumn 2026 menu, between €50 and €75 per person with starter, main and dessert, without wine.
Do I need to book?
It is advisable, especially in summer and at weekends.