The Saint-Michel district is both popular and trendy, quiet and noisy, traditional and modern. An emblematic and cosmopolitan part of Bordeaux, we love its imposing basilica, its large flea market, its thrift shops, its bars, its special atmosphere, but above all its many culinary addresses! Bordeaux Secret has put together a top 5 list of our favorite food addresses in the Saint-Mich’ district.
1. La Gigi
Located in the heart of the Saint-Michel district, this restaurant combines street-food and bistronomic dishes. Reflecting the neighborhood’s inhabitants, the menu features dishes from around the world made with local produce. We love the wild prawns, the camembert roasted with black truffles and the succulent Zaalouk brisket. Every Sunday, La Gigi also offers a musical brunch with a DJ. Avocado burger, Eggs Benedict or Croq’truffe, all served with a delicious mimosa– we love it! As for the drinks menu, you’ll be able to succumb to one of the many tasty cocktails! Special mention for the Basil Smash.
đź“Ť 32 rue des Allamandiers
2. La Cour de Nana
La Cour de Nana takes you all the way to Syria, with its delicious homemade cuisine! We love its colorful world, its central fountain and its many branches of jasmine. Renowned for its daily brunch, this restaurant also serves breakfast, lunch and snacks. The dishes are concocted by Syrian refugee women. Through their cooking, they aim to deconstruct clichĂ©s and help you discover the cultural richness of Syria. We recommend the aperitif board with its four pots of mezzĂ©s and fresh pita bread, the man’oushĂ©, a kind of Syrian-style pizza, or the moujadara (rice with lentils and caramelized onions).
đź“Ť 73 Cours Victor Hugo
3. La Table Deruelle
Here’s an address that’s sure to please in Saint-Michel. From carefully prepared traditional dishes to masterful culinary creations, the Table Deruelle team offers an original, high-quality menu. In a beautifully decorated dining room or on their terrace, you can enjoy gastronomicallycreative dishes based around cheese. Special mention should be made of the oven-roasted Saint-FĂ©licien, French chorizo and grilled peppers, the spicy grilled halloumi, the Burrata and pumpkin purĂ©e or the oven-roasted Camembert, chorizo, honey and thyme.
đź“Ť 9 rue Gaspard Philippe
4. Chez Thérèse
Do you love grandma’s dishes? Then go for Chez ThĂ©rèse! Mamie ThĂ©rèse is generous, and she’ll show it in her dishes. She cares about the environment and favors local, seasonal produce. Mamie ThĂ©rèse refuses to see waste in her home and provides recyclable packaging so you can finish your dish at home. She is the embodiment of savoir vivre and good eating , with one goal in mind: to give you a wonderful culinary experience! At ThĂ©rèse, you’ll find traditional French cuisine with a modern twist. We recommend the goat’s cheese crisp with honey and thyme, the coquillettes with truffle sauce and dry-cured ham chips, and the beef entrecĂ´te with home fries.
đź“Ť 28 place Meynard
5. Central do Brasil
Make way for one of our favorite places in Saint-Michel! The Central do Brasil bar and restaurant! A veritable festive nugget, this musical mecca welcomes you in a jovial Brazilian atmosphere. The team is smiling and warm, the cocktails are delicious and the tapas incredibly good. What could be better than a good caipirinha accompanied by delicious accras or cheese balls? And best of all, concerts and themed evenings are often organized! The ideal place to go after a bad day, you’ll leave with a big smile on your face!
đź“Ť 6 rue du Port
6. Dat Viet
Want to travel without leaving Bordeaux? Head to Dat Viet in the Saint-Michel district to discover a veritable nugget of Vietnamese cuisine! This restaurant invites you to sample authentic street-food specialties straight from Hanoi! All dishes are homemade, prepared with fresh produce, traditional Vietnamese spices and, above all, glutamate-free. Diat Viet is a concentrate of flavors, healthy and generous, to be enjoyed in a friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re a fan of Asian cuisine or curious about new discoveries, Dat Viet is an address not to be missed!
đź“Ť1 Quai Sainte-Croix, 33800 Bordeaux