Where to stop for a good meal in Montpellier? Discover our selection of the city’s 20 best restaurants!
With its gentle Mediterranean fragrance, the city of Montpellier charms many a visitor. Stroll through the charming little streets of the historic center or enjoy the exceptional setting of the Promenade du Peyrou… Whatever you do, one thing’s for sure: you’ll end up hungry! But where should you stop for a good meal in Montpellier?
As you can imagine, there’s no shortage of good places to eat in the town known as « La Surdouée ». Whether it’s traditional Mediterranean cuisine, fresh local produce or world flavors, there’s something for everyone! To help you make your choice, we’ve put together a selection of the best restaurants in Montpellier.
Gastronomic
1. Pastis
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Rates: €€€€
Opinion : ★★★★
Daniel and Jean-Philippe welcome you to the « Le Pastis » restaurant as you make your way down the little rue Terral, right in the heart of the Écusson. Take a seat in the dining room or on the terrace to enjoy fine, delicate cuisine whose watchword is quality.
Products are carefully selected from the best local producers to guarantee the quality and freshness of our dishes, with a menu that evolves with the seasons and the chef’s inspirations.
2. Terminal #1
Photo credit: Facebook – Terminal # 1 by Pourcel
Price: €€€
Opinion : ★★★★
Do you love unusual, offbeat places? Between the city and the beach, discover Terminal #1, undoubtedly one of Montpellier’s finest restaurants. The Pourcel brothers are behind the concept: a gastronomic bistro converted from a former wine storehouse.
In a vintage and contemporary universe, your taste buds will be transported through a cuisine that highlights local products, while allowing a few exotic touches.
3. Leclere Arrival Kitchen
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Price: €€€
Opinion : ★★★★★
Make your way to a discreet street in the old town to discover one of Montpellier’s finest restaurants: Leclere and its « Cuisine d’Arrivage ». Nature, freshness, the seasons… all words that define the products used, guaranteeing a cuisine that is a deserved success.
« I’ ve made up my mind to set up a restaurant in the Écusson district of Montpellier, where you’ll find a cuisine that’s sincere and straightforward, a cuisine that’s focused on the essentials, a cuisine where you use what’s at hand to best express your creativity, the produce, the season, nature: what comes in. Guillaume Leclere
Bistronomic
4. La Maison de la Lozère
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Prices: €€€€
Opinion : ★★★★
Located in the heart of the historic center, « La Maison de la Lozère » is one of Montpellier’s finest restaurants. In fact, Pierre Morel and Eric Cellier have been building their reputation for almost 28 years.
A trendy, bistronomic address that will appeal to gourmets and gourmands alike, thanks to quality service and cuisine that combines tradition and modernity. An address not to be missed if you want to be sure of eating well in Montpellier!
Local flavors
5. Restaurant L’Angelus
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Price: €€€
Opinion : ★★★★
The Angelus restaurant welcomes you once again to the heart of Montpellier, with its blend of cuisine and jazz. A real awakening of the senses awaits you. Your taste buds will be seduced while you enjoy the beauty of the surroundings and the music.
Vegetarian dishes, Aubrac beef, fresh cod… there’s something to suit every culinary preference. In terms of product selection, the house favors local producers with short circuits, and absolutely everything is homemade!
6. The t’OCqués
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Price: €€€
Opinion : ★★★★
Still wondering where to stop for a good meal in Montpellier? Head to « Les t’OCqués » to discover their colorful dishes. Opened by a passionate young couple, this little gastronomic gem has quickly made a name for itself.
Take a seat in the dining room or on the terrace, in a cosy, colorful setting, to savor the delights of the house, a condensed blend of flavors created according to the seasons and inspiration. Our cuisine is essentially based on fresh, local and seasonal produce, in association with regional producers. An address not to be missed in the Écusson!
Grills and tapas
7. Like a Sunday under the fig tree
Photo credit: Facebook – Comme un Dimanche Sous le Figuier
Price: €€€
Opinion : ★★★★
« Comme un dimanche sous le figuier » invites you to enjoy a moment of pleasure under the southern sun. On the program? Barbecued meats and fine wines.
In a slightly bohemian atmosphere, you’ll be served products grilled over natural » quebracho » charcoal imported fromArgentina. To accompany your grilled meats, you’ll be able to choose from 130 Mediterranean and international products. Enough to satisfy gourmets and the dehydrated alike!
8. Red children
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Price: €€€
Opinion : ★★★★
Tapas and wine… welcome to the red kids!
Located in the Écusson district, this restaurant and tapas bar is the ideal place for convivial tastings with friends. In addition to tapas, you’ll discover dishes and platters as well as a carefully selected wine list. A great place to meet in Montpellier!
Fish and seafood
9. L’Ecailler des Beaux Arts
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Price: €€€
Opinion : ★★★★
For seafood lovers, L’Ecailler des Beaux Arts is the place to be!
Anchored in the neighborhood of the same name, this restaurant takes you on an iodized journey through the flavors of the sea. Knives a la plancha, tuna steak and, above all, delicious oysters will be served to you by a smiling, efficient team. An excellent address for fish in Montpellier!
Vegan and gluten-free cooking
10. JOY healthyfood
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Price: €€€
Opinion : ★★★★
Head to 55 rue Estelle, in the heart of Montpellier, to discover the delights of JOY healthyfood. Halfway between a restaurant and a coffee-shop, this establishment offers healthy, gourmet cuisine, 100% homemade with organic produce.
Inspired by the Slow Food movement, JOY healthyfood advocates a concept of food that is not only good for us, but also for the planet. It’s the place to go for fans of plant-based and gluten-free cuisine!
Flavors of the world
11. La Locanda 34
Photo credit: Facebook – La Locanda 34 Halles Plaza
Price: € (€)
Reviews : ★★★★
At Halles Plaza, you’ll find La Locanda 34, a pizzeria in the purest Neapolitan tradition. Margherita, Bufala, Calzone, Cotto & Tartufo, Pizza Fritta, the great pizza classics are all here.
But what really makes the difference is that these are made with quality products, for a price that’s more than affordable. And for those with gluten intolerance, it’s possible to remove the ingredient from the recipe.
12. The Ritals
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Price: €€€
Opinion : ★★★★★
Located in the Beaux-Arts district, Les Ritals restaurant will lull you into an Italian interlude. You’ll be warmly welcomed by Luca and Alfredo, whose good humor is contagious.
In a convivial setting, you’ll be invited to sample Italian specialties: a veritable temple to Neapolitan pizza and pasta made on the spot! A not-to-be-missed address for gourmet dining in Montpellier.
13. Sumac – Lebanese restaurant
Photo credit: Facebook – Sumac falafel and mezze bar
Price: €€€
Opinion : ★★★★★
For lovers of world flavors, prepare your taste buds for a gustatory voyage!
The Sumac restaurant is located in the Antigone district of Montpellier. Here you can enjoy tasty Lebanese cuisine, bursting with sunshine and, above all, 100% homemade. Take a seat in the dining room or on the terrace and let yourself be tempted by these oriental flavors, by succumbing to their delicious falafels or mezzés, solo or to share!
14. Le Bol d’Or – Thai and Vietnamese restaurant
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Price: €€€
Opinion : ★★★★
For lovers of Asian flavors, don’t miss Bol d’Or, located in the heart of Montpellier. This Thai and Vietnamese restaurant has been delighting customers’ taste buds for decades with its fresh, exotic Asian cuisine.
And to satisfy all tastes, the establishment offers two cuisines with two atmospheres: Vietnam or Thailand. One for real spicy food enthusiasts, the other milder for those who like their food a little milder. Lemongrass, curry, coconut milk… get ready for an explosion of flavors!
So, which of these Montpellier restaurants will tempt you?