3 Best Restaurants in Beaune, Burgundy

Le P'tit Paradis

$$ Fodor's choice

It's well worth squeezing into this tiny corner of paradise to experience the modern bistro fare of Beaune's most capable culinary couple. Burgundy staples such as Charolais beef with an Époisses cream sauce, and snail vol-au-vent with fresh herbs grace the heavenly menu.

French Lunch Dinner $$ Fodor's Choice
2 rue du Paradis, Beaune, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, 21200, France
03–80–24–91–00
www.restaurantleptitparadis.fr
Known For
  • pretty terrace overlooking a medieval cobbled street
  • great selection of wine by the half bottle
  • innovative twist to regional dishes
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed weekends, Aug., Dec., and Jan., Reservations essential

L'Écusson

$$$$

Don't be put off by its unprepossessing exterior: this friendly, oak-beam restaurant offers good-value prix-fixe menus. Chef-owner Thomas Compagnon's sure-footed culinary mastery is evident in his bold and passionate presentation of seasonal produce dishes.

French Prix-Fixe Lunch Dinner $$$$
2 rue du Lieutenant-Dupuis, Beaune, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, 21200, France
03–80–24–03–82
www.ecusson.fr
Known For
  • pretty courtyard terrace
  • good-value fixed-price lunch menu
  • extensive wine list
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Mon., and Feb., Reservations essential

Le Carmin

$$$$
In a dead-center location facing the market hall and within sight of the Hospices de Beaune, Le Carmin serves dishes that play on texture and visuals, the hallmarks of chef Christophe Quéant, who has already been crowned as one of Beaune's up-and-coming stars. The simply decorated and refined dining room provides the backdrop to creative market-driven dishes. The cheese plates and desserts are exquisitely presented, and the service is genuine and friendly.
French Lunch Dinner $$$$
4 pl. Carnot, Beaune, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, 21200, France
03–80–24–22–42
www.restaurant-lecarmin.com
Known For
  • exquisitely presented dishes
  • delicious desserts
  • great cheese plate
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Mon., and 2 wks in late Feb. No lunch Tues.

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