It's impossible to plan a weekend or a few days in Montpellier without taking the time to enjoy the best restaurants in the region. We present to you Yonder.fr's selection of Montpellier restaurants must-sees, with exciting recommendations, such as the opening of the new Jardin des Sens by the Pourcel brothers, the most famous twins in the French gastronomy scene. Discovering Montpellier for food lovers.
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Which restaurant in Montpellier would you recommend? – Le Jardin des Sens
New generation, new creed. Le Jardin des Sens, from the unmissable Pourcel brothers Jacques and Laurent, has reopened with a concept of 10 or 15 plates, each a delicious bite. We're completely captivated by the «Dialogue with our Mediterranean,» which impressed us with both the quality and nobility of the dishes served (lobster, Mediterranean scallops, caviar...), as well as the originality of the flavor combinations and the extreme quality of the cooking. Simply tasting the «sea bass, León cecina, eggplant purée» or the «wild sea bream heart, caviar, and celery jus» once is enough to realize we absolutely made the right choice favoring this already legendary establishment. A visit is an absolute must when staying in Montpellier, with future stars expected to soon, as early as 2022, reward the exceptional work of the twin chefs.
Namely, the Jardin des Sens is located within the beautiful Richer de Belleval hotel, an elegant and sophisticated address with remarkable decor.
The Garden of the Senses
Place de la Canourgue in Montpellier
+33 4 99 66 18 18
The restaurant Le Jardin des Sens at the Hôtel Richer de Belleval in Montpellier © Emmanuel Laveran
Restaurant Le Jardin des Sens at the Hôtel Richer de Belleval in Montpellier © Hôtel Richer de Belleval
La Canourgue
Back at the Richer de Belleval hotel, which opened in June 2021 and already counts among the Most beautiful 5-star hotels in France, This is an opportunity to discover the bistronomic cuisine of the Pourcel brothers. In the same magnificent setting as the gastronomic restaurant Le Jardin des Sens, La Canourgue delights with its regional cuisine, which has retained its relaxed feel while gaining in chic and generosity. It's the ideal choice for a lunch in an exceptional setting or an intimate dinner, focusing on delicious food.
Jacques and Laurent Pourcel enjoy updating authentic products with a modern twist for greater originality and freshness. Here, the dining experience is simple, with sincere and spontaneous cuisine.
La Canourgue
Place de la Canourgue in Montpellier
+33 04 99 66 18 18
In Montpellier, the bistro La Canourgue © j.ephotographie
Soulenq – Wine Cellar and Restaurant
Soulenq, a Mediterranean restaurant, is also a wine shop. Located in the heart of an old nursery north of Montpellier, this establishment combines a relaxed and warm atmosphere with creative cuisine. The five partners behind this restaurant focus on simplicity that highlights market-fresh, seasonal products. The menu brilliantly blends land and sea, offering generous local dishes with some welcome twists, such as the pot-au-feu with roasted vegetables and dried bonito.
Soulenq – Wine Cellar and Restaurant
469 Theriac Street in Montpellier
+33 04 67 41 38 74
The wine bar and restaurant in Montpellier © soulenq_
La Réserve Rimbaud
A Michelin-starred restaurant, La Réserve Rimbaud boasts the major advantage of offering a magnificent view of the Lez River, with a beautiful shaded terrace that’s ideal on sunny days. This family-run establishment focuses on specialties that might surprise you, featuring rare gems from Languedoc-Roussillon. Formerly Alain Dutournier's second at Carré des Feuillants, Charles Fontès prioritizes ingredients, showcasing perfectly balanced combinations with authentic simplicity.
La Réserve Rimbaud
820 Saint-Maur Avenue in Montpellier
+33 04 67 72 52 53
Lunch at La Réserve Rimbaud, in Montpellier © DR
Terminal #1
Heading to the Marché du Lez for a most exciting bistronomic experience. In a rehabilitated old wine storehouse, brothers Pourcel and Olivier Château wanted to create a place all their own, united by a shared passion for giving new life to unique venues. Polished concrete and metal beams are found alongside original wood, antique finds, graffiti, and old mirrors. Bonus: the fully open kitchen allows you to admire the teams at work during service. We love the lunch menu, featuring local products with a twist, blending simplicity and deliciousness.
Terminal #1
1408 Sea Avenue in Montpellier
+33 04 99 58 38 38
Dinner in Montpellier Terminal#1
