The Saint Michel neighbourhood
Our favourite spots in Bordeaux's Saint Michel quarter and a little further: Capucins market, the spire, the quays, bars and restaurants near our B&B.
Saint Michel belongs to the authentic Bordeaux — the lived-in, vibrant one that real Bordelais call home. The Gothic spire rises just five minutes away. The Capucins market, the largest in Gironde, is two streets over.
Our favourite spots — most right in the neighbourhood, a few a little further out and worth the trip.
Recommended restaurants
- Au Bistrot, 61 pl. des Capucins — The neighbourhood reference bistro, across from the market. Frank, generous market cuisine, fine wine list. In the purest French bistro style.
- Poggetti, 32 rue Gaspard Philippe — Neighbourhood Italian, simple and good. Fresh pasta, relaxed atmosphere. Lovely terrace.
- Atelier des Faures, 15 rue des Frères Bonie — Creative cuisine in a refined setting. Short menu that changes often. Our favourite.
- LouLou, 16 rue de la Croix des Aides — Elegant French brasserie, unpretentious. Good wine list, pleasant terrace.
- Monkey Mood, 11 rue Camille Sauvageau — A short walk from the B&B. Brunch and lunch, accessible world cuisine.
- Bistro Poulette, 57 pl. des Capucins — Convivial, market cuisine, lively terrace on Place des Capucins. Just pick your lobster.
- Le bistrot du cachalot, 19 pl. Canteloup — Good value, neighbourhood atmosphere, fresh produce. Generous portions of mussels.
- Julo, 11 rue des Faures — Quality snacking two steps away. Ideal for a quick, well-made lunch.
Where to buy food & drinks
- La Boulangerie, 49 rue des Faures — Official supplier of your breakfast ;)
- Tista, 9 rue Camille Sauvageau — Grocery next to the B&B. Excellent local products. Their cheese and charcuterie are perfect for a good apéro. Our favourite.
- Marché des Capucins, Place des Capucins — Bordeaux's covered market, open every morning except Monday.
- CUV St Michel, 7 place du Maucaillou — Wine cooperative.
- Carrefour Market, 134 cours Victor Hugo
- Carrefour City, 14 rue des Allamandiers
Recommended bars
- Julo, 11 rue des Faures — Wine bar where you can also eat. Steps from the B&B.
- Sauvageau, 12 rue Camille Sauvageau — Neighbourhood bar steps from the B&B, just round the corner.
A little further out, but worth it
- Papa Lello, 35 quai des Chartrons — Neapolitan family restaurant. Wood-fired pizzas, terrace on the quays.
- Madame Pang, 16 rue de la Devise — Fusion Asian, very well executed, small space, very popular. Reservations advised.
- Maison du glacier, 1 pl. Saint-Pierre — Bordeaux's best ice cream according to many. Queue is justified.
- Déméter, 9 rue Ausone — Sharing neo-bistro, creative small plates, natural wines. One of our favourites.
- Vinimarché aux Halles de Bacalan, 10 quai de Bacalan — Wine bar in the Halles de Bacalan. Wide choice by the glass, market atmosphere.
- Le point rouge, 1 quai de Paludate — Music bar on the quays. For late evenings.
- Berthom, 45 cours d'Alsace-et-Lorraine — Serious Belgian beer bar, over 200 references.
- Buvette, 41 cours d'Alsace-et-Lorraine — Natural wine bar, relaxed atmosphere. Neighbour of Berthom.
Parking
Rue des Fours: no parking (brief stopping to unload is fine).
Nearby streets: free between 7 PM and 9 AM, Sundays and public holidays.
Parking des Salinières (3 min walk): parclick.fr
Getting around
Saint-Michel tram stop (lines C, D, F) at 3 min. Porte de Bourgogne stop (A, C, D, E, F) at 7 min.
From Gare Saint-Jean: 12 min by tram (lines C or D, Saint-Michel stop) or 12 min on foot.
From the airport: tram line A → Porte de Bourgogne (40 min), then 7 min on foot. Ticket from machine (~€1.90).
Vcub bike-share station at 17 quai de la Monnaie.
