Food guide to Bordeaux

The French port city of Bordeaux, flush with some of the oldest vineyards and most sought-after wines in the world, is so much more than an oenophile’s dream. It’s a watery maze of historic, cultural and artistic hotspots, where the tendrils of the Garonne River connect exemplary eateries and leading producers in France’s southwest pocket. Bordeaux resident Elodie Rambaud is one of Europe’s top interior and food stylists, and her keen eye has taken her from France to London and Sydney and beyond. She’s currently based in the Bordeaux region, where the surrounding agrarian communities and rich topography deliver fine wine and viticulture, Arcachon Bay oysters by the bucketful, and even France’s best bakery. Here, Elodie shares her favourite spots to dine and wine, which – thanks to a high-speed train system – are only a two-hour trip from downtown Paris.

Eat 

Café Eriu

Great coffee shop, where everything is house-made.

119 Rue Fondaudège

@cafeeriu

Lauza

An elegant little bistro, featuring food from Southern France.

5 Rue du Hâ

@lauzabordeaux

Les Chantiers de la Garonne

Sit outside on sandy soil by the Garonne river to eat fresh oysters.
21 Quai de Queyrie

@leschantiersdelagaronne

Le Cent 33

Modern French cuisine all about sharing, great wines and service.

133 Rue du Jardin public

@cent33bordeaux

Maison Joumana

Lebanese cuisine cooked at a private home for groups of six.
@maisonjoumana

Maison Lamour

Viennoiseries, and pâtisseries, plus voted best bakery in France.

157 Rue Judaïque

@maison.lamour

Micheline et Paulette

A tiny bakery with pretty and delicious pâtisseries.

21 Rue Notre Dame

@micheline_paulette_patisserie