Many readers ask about restaurants in Burgundy and want to know where I eat, as well as where can one expect both good food and interesting wine.
This is the newest edition of my favourites, with somewhat more elaborate coverage.
Wine, ambience, and attitude
There are a few important things to note:
– Plan ahead; in some villages options are very limited.
– If possible, book in advance.
And always be careful with Sundays and even Mondays; many restaurants are closed.
Two New on the Menu
Restaurant Guide: Ferme de la Ruchotte
La Ruchotte, 21360 Bligny-sur-Ouche A farm-to-table restaurant with an attitude and tremendous quality. The food is largely made from the animals on the farm in traditional French country-cuisine style. This restaurant has an attitude, and I love that – but be warned – either you love it or … not. Be on time, meaning plan…
Hotels on Winehog
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The full list – from north to south
I have updated the list of restaurants that I visit and enjoy on a fairly regular basis. Included are restaurants with good wine lists where one can find an interesting glass of Bourgogne.
Dijon
Restaurant Guide: Bruno – Bar á Vins – Dijon
Bruno – Bar á vins 80 Rue Jean Jacques Rousseau, 21000 Dijon Wine bars are also accepted on the Winehog’s restaurant list! One of the most well-known wine bars in Dijon is Chez Bruno, owned by the notorious, but equally charming, Bruno. It’s a small bar where wine geeks assemble to enjoy great wines. The…
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Gevrey-Chambertin
Gevrey-Chambertin has been quite boring on the restaurant scene in recent years, but now things are starting to shape up.
Restaurant Guide: Resto La Jeannette
A small, tranquil gem. Resto La Jeannette 1 rue du Gaizot, 21220 Gevrey-Chambertin A Gevrey-Chambertin delight, Resto La Jeannette is a great little place for a relaxed bite and a light Sunday lunch. The menu is small and simple, with genuine dishes made from high-quality, fresh products. No fuss, and delightfully simple. The wine list…
Restaurant Guide: Le Bistrot Lucien
Finally, another good place in Gevrey-Chambertin. Restaurant Le Bistrot Lucien 6 rue du Chambertin, 21220 Gevrey-Chambertin This is a lovely bistro-style restaurant located within La Rôtisserie du Chambertin. The food is very good, with its quality matching many of the best eateries in the Côte de Nuits: classic dishes made with good products. The wines…
Morey-Saint-Denis
Restaurant Guide: Castel de Très Girard
A Morey watering hole, normally open on Sunday and Monday. Castel de Très Girard 7 Rue de Très Girard, 21220 Morey-Saint-Denis A hotel-restaurant in Morey-Saint-Denis with good, sometimes even fine, food. A bit random, it seems? The wine list is outstanding, matching the best restaurants in the area, and includes even some of the big…
Chambolle-Musigny
Restaurant Guide: Le Millésime (Update)
A good place in Chambolle-Musigny, especially for lunch. Restaurant Le Millésime 1 rue Traversière, 21220 Chambolle-Musigny The best restaurant in Chambolle-Musigny these days, this has become a truly fine place. The food is sharper now (January 2024). It is classical French with an international hint, elegant, and the style now is less pretentious. There is…
Vosne-Romanée
Restaurant Guide: La Cuverie de Vosne by Comte Liger–Belair
Wine bars are also accepted on the Winehog’s list! I like visiting this place. La Cuverie de Vosne 1 Rue des Communes, 21700 Vosne-Romanée, France A high-end wine bar owned and run by Comte Louis-Michel Liger-Belair and his charming wife Constance. This is a lovely, relaxed place where the guests are welcomed by head sommelier…
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Restaurant Guide: Boisrouge
A true treat from a genuine and competent chef. Boisrouge 4 bis rue du petit Paris, 21640 Flagey-Echezeaux Boisrouges is a classic French restaurant located in the woods of Flagey-Echezeaux. It serves French cuisine with a slight twist, made by a seasoned, very talented chef who is more than competent in his kitchen; what a…
Nuits-Saint-Georges
A quick lunch is a well-known discipline amongst wine travellers, meaning one needs a good salad and some water. There’s no need for a huge wine list, but a thoughtful selection of local choices does help.
My go-to lunch place is the Café du Centre in the core of Nuits. There’s not a big wine list, nor cool Nordic cuisine, but the food on the terrasse is a lovely example of a quick Burgundian lunch before the next tasting. What can I say? It is part of my Nuiton family. ❤️
Restaurant Guide: Café de Paris
Place de la Libération, 21700 Nuits-Saint-Georges This is a lovely bistro and gathering point in Nuits-Saint-Georges, especially in the late spring and summer. Eating outside is a treat in one of the most charming spots in Burgundy. The food is good, well-made, French bistro cuisine: the classics and homemade burgers, but also the weekly speciality…
Restaurant Guide: Premnord
Local, although not within walking distance. Restaurant Premnord 6 Route Départementale 974, 21700 Prémeaux-Prissey Great news for fans of good food and wine: Domaine Prieuré-Roch has just opened a new restaurant located at the top of its estate in Premeaux-Prissy, overlooking the magnificent Les Argillieres vineyard. The new restaurant is a new and very seriously…
Restaurant Guide: La Cabotte
24 Grande Rue, 21700 Nuits-Saint-Georges A very good restaurant with an very fine wine list, the food here is modern French bistro cuisine. It’s too close to home, and I eat from time to time. I adore the summer lunch or dinner on the terrace. This is Nuits-Saint-Georges and Burgundy in their essence. The wine…
Restaurant Guide: I Bravi Ragazzi
My Italian family. I Bravi Ragazzi 34 Grande Rue, 21700 Nuits-Saint-Georges A vegetarian Italian restaurant in the core of Nuits-Saint-Georges, the menu here is dominated by vegetarian pizzas. But Bravi also has some delicate specialities to brighten up its offerings. I really enjoy this place, and I am neither a vegan nor a vegetarian. It…
Restaurant Guide: Relais du Grepissot
7 Chemin de Grepissot, Hameau de Concoeur, 21700 Nuits-Saint-Georges A countryside restaurant in the côte above Vosne-Romanee, this is the real deal. It features very good quality, with its food slightly on the rustic side. Bottom line: The food is tasty and served with love and consideration. It’s real, genuine food. The wine list is…
New on the Restaurant Map : Auberge du Côteau in Villars-Fontaine
I am updating my restaurant list, and the second new entry is Auberge du Côteau. Auberge du Côteau 3 Route de la Côte de Nuits, 21700 Villars-Fontaine Classical bistro-style restaurant with very good food made from high-quality products. Wine list is quite limited, but good wines for drinking can be found at a reasonable price.…
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Savigny-les-Beaune
Restaurant Guide: Le Soleil
There are many good restaurants in the Côte d’Or, but some stand out by offering inventive and truly enjoyable food. I have therefore decided to choose Savigny-lès-Beaune’s Le Soleil as my Restaurant of the Year 2023 for its delightful food, and for the great moments it has given me. Le Soleil … updated 2024 1…
Restaurant Guide: Restaurant Ràde
In beautiful Savigny-lès-Beaune Restaurant Ràde 2 rue Henri Cyrot, 21420 Savigny-lès-Beaune A new edition of the exciting pop-up restaurant Ràde. Open from July until the early fall 2024. This year the restaurant is in the beautiful garden of Chandon de Briailles in Savigny-lès-Beaune. The cuisine is world food, meaning dishes made with the inspiration of…
Restaurant Guide: Les Pinardiers
A wine shop, and a lovely, light meal. Les Pinardiers 5 place Fournier – 21420 Savigny-lès-Beaune Les Pinardiers is a lovely wine shop/bar located in the very core of Savigny-lès Beaune. Its called a “cave et bar à vins,” but the food is a bit more substantial than the name implies. The charming people at…
Above Savigny-les-Beaune
Restaurant Guide: Ferme de la Ruchotte
La Ruchotte, 21360 Bligny-sur-Ouche A farm-to-table restaurant with an attitude and tremendous quality. The food is largely made from the animals on the farm in traditional French country-cuisine style. This restaurant has an attitude, and I love that – but be warned – either you love it or … not. Be on time, meaning plan…
Beaune
Restaurant Guide: SushiKai
A classic sushi joint. Restaurant SushiKai 50 Rue Faubourg St. Nicolas, 21200 Beaune Restaurant SushiKai is located just outside the center of Beaune, on the main road heading towards the Côte de Nuits and Dijon. The outside is discreet and low key, but inside, a lovely, light dining salon welcomes you. The is a terrace…
Restaurant Guide: Le Bistro de l’Hôtel
A classic. Restaurant Le Bistro de l’Hôtel 3 Rue Samuel Legay, 21200 Beaune Le Bistro de l’Hôtel is a classic in every way. The decor is classic, as is the service. These are competent and friendly hosts, with a classic take on things. The food is excellent, made from fine ingredients in a traditional way…
Restaurant Guide: La Dilettante
My favourite lunch bistro. Restaurant La Dilettante 11 Rue du Faubourg Bretonnière, 21200 Beaune This is a unique bistro with an Asian twist. It has lovely food and some interesting wines, including some well-known natural-wine producers. I love the food, and have a soft spot for this place in general. It is my favourite lunch…
Restaurant Guide: Restaurant Ràde
CLOSED for the Season Restaurant Ràde La Terrasse 15 rue Paul Bouchard, 21200 Beaune A new, exciting, pop-up restaurant in Beaune; outdoors and relaxed, it’s around from now until late August. The cuisine is world food, meaning dishes made with the inspiration of many different kitchens – Spain, Hongkong, South America, you name it! Some…
Restaurant Guide: Ma Cuisine
A must in Beaune for the wine geek. Restaurant Ma Cuisine Passage Saint-Hélène, 21200 Beaune Classic top-end bistro. Food made from high-quality ingredients; dishes often somewhat rustic, with focus on taste and enjoyment. Pierre Escoffier, who has managed this restaurant for decades, is a wine connoisseur extraordinaire. With an unsurpassed wine cellar, there is always…
La Table du Square
26 Boulevard Maréchal Foch, 21200 Beaune
A fairly classic bistro with lovely food and an interesting wine list.
Food: French bistro
Wine list: Outstanding
Tel: +33 3 80 24 03 32
Maison du Colombier
1 rue Charles Cloutier, 21200 Beaune
A bistro with tapas-style, lovely food and a very fine wine list with interesting picks.
Food: Modern French bistro
Wine list: Outstanding
Web: Maison du Columbier
Tel: +33 03 80 26 16 26
Bissoh
42 rue Maufoux, 21200 Beaune
A “restaurant japonais bourgogne,” and for me a classic in Beaune. Lovely food and a fine wine list with some tremendous wines.
Food: Japanese
Wine list: Very Fine
Web: Bissoh
Tel: +33 03 80 24 01 02
Volnay
Restaurant Guide : Le Cellier Volnaysien
A classic in Volnay Restaurant Le Cellier Volnaysien 2, Place de l’Eglise, 21190 VOLNAY Classical Burgundian cuisine, this restaurant is located in a beautiful cellar in the very centre of Volnay. A bit old school from the outside, but the interior is freshly updated, giving it a lovely modern atmosphere. The food is traditional Burgundian,.…
Meursault
Restaurant Guide: L’Atelier Escoffier – Auxey-Duresses
2 Rue d’Auxey, 21190 Auxey-Duresses L’Atelier Escoffier – Auxey-Duresses … is a summer popup made by Romain Escoffier of La Table du Square and the Escoffier family. This is a rock ‘ roll place with tables outside covered only by pavillions – informal and with enjoyable music setting the scene for a laid-back food and drinking session.…
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Restaurant Guide: Le Soufflot
8 Route Departementale 974, 21190 Meursault Le Soufflot has raised the culinary bar, and is producing elegant, refined, modern dishes with portions adapted to a normal appetite (I don’t eat a lot). It is truly delightful, with relaxed but competent service The wine list is interesting and quite reasonably priced for Burgundy these days -…
Restaurant Guide: l’Episode
A friendly place in the heart of Meursault. Restaurant l’Episode 6 Place du Murger, 21190 Meursault A new restaurant in the middle of Meursault, l’Episode serves classic French dishes in a contemporary fashion. It is a bit rustic style-wise, but the palate is delighted by the competent cooking. I really prefer this to some of…
Au Fil Du Clos
1 Rue de Mazeray, 21190 Meursault
Classic fine French cuisine and an extensive wine list of quite a high level.
Food: Fine French
Wine list: Very Fine
Web: Au Fil du Clos
Tel: +33 3 80 20 40 82
Demigny
Restaurant Guide : Fabienne Parra – Cave et Cuisine in Demigny
A classic in Demigny. Restaurant Cave et Cuisine 1 Cour du Wauxhall, 71150 Demigny Classical bistro-style restaurant with a rich and interesting wine list. Fabienne Parra (known from Ma Cuisine and Au Bout du Monde in Beaune) is running this charming place in Demigny, not far from Puligny-Montrachet. The food is classic and the wine…
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Chagny
Maison Lameloise
36 Place d’Armes, 71150 Chagny
Hotel-restaurant in Chagny at the southern end of Burgundy. Top-end food and an international *** ambience matched with a outstanding wine list.
Food: International French
Wine list: Outstanding
Web: Maison Lameloise
Tel: +33 3 85 876 565
- A true vin d’émotion – a Burgundy of passion
- A truly hedonistic wine – lively and enjoyable
- A vivacious wine for pure indulgance
- A Vin Vif - fresh, energetic and with a light appearance
À Beaune,
La Lune : fusion japonnais-français. Service exceptionnel de Julien. Bouffe précise et fraiche.
Le Maufoux : Petit-frère du Soufflot. Laurianne accueille avec gentilesse, courtoisie et simplicité. Cuisine bonne et carte de vins excellente et à petit prix.