Taste Toulouse's local specialities

Of course, the must-try local dish is the famous cassoulet! Eating a Toulouse cassoulet is a must when exploring the city! You'll easily find it on the menu of many restaurants. The recipe varies from chef to chef, but it's always made up of tasty beans, duck confit and the famous Toulouse sausage.

And yes, the star of the South-West, the star of cassoulet, is the Toulouse sausage! This home-made sausage is also often served with mashed potatoes, for a deliciously simple recipe. Don't hesitate to visit the markets to buy directly from local producers.

And while other specialities may be less well known to the general public, they are no less tasty. Start with the sweet fenetra, a generous, fresh and light summer cake made with almonds, lemons and apricots. And let's not forget the capitole bricks, a flaky sweet with praline, almond and hazelnut, or the famous Toulouse violets, which come in all shapes and sizes: crystallised petals, tangy sweets, chocolate and tea... A treat for anyone with a sweet tooth!

There are, of course, countless good restaurants in Toulouse. Here's a small selection of good places to dine out 100% Toulouse-style, and make your stay in the pink city a real festival for the taste buds!

Le Bibent

Ideally located on Place du Capitole, Le Bibent has been a Toulouse institution for almost 180 years! This brasserie is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the taste buds. For 10 years, Christian Constant, a Michelin-starred chef from Montauban, was in charge of the brasserie. Today, chef Yann Ghazal continues to offer traditional cuisine with a modern twist. Go for it!

L'os à moelle

L'os à moelle offers a warm welcome and typical Toulouse specialities! Located in the Matabiau district, a quarter of an hour's walk from the historic centre, this friendly restaurant focuses on local specialities. On the menu: homemade foie gras, roast cabécou with duck ham, sweetbread casserole with yellow wine or cassoulet with confit. Generous dishes at very reasonable prices, and a great way to share a good time!

Michel Sarran

How can we talk about local gastronomy without mentioning chef Michel Sarran? His two-starred restaurant brilliantly revisits the classics of local gastronomy. At Michel Sarran, the various menus cover a wide range of prices. You can also opt for a surprise tasting and leave it all to this virtuoso of local cuisine. A real treat for the taste buds! This is an extremely popular establishment, so be sure to book several weeks in advance!

Victor Hugo covered market

For even more conviviality, we invite you to visit the Victor Hugo covered market. This market is very popular with gourmets, and you can buy some local specialities here. Afterwards, head up to the first floor to enjoy a meal in one of the market's restaurants - on the short circuit, of course!

La Cour des Consuls Hotel and Spa is a luxury hotel with a gourmet restaurant, Le Cénacle. Here you can enjoy refined, bold cuisine. The chef works with local producers and offers a fine balance between regional produce and contemporary touches. A real delight!

At the Hôtel Albert 1er , it's breakfast that will get your taste buds dancing. This responsible and committed hotel offers a copious and tasty breakfast made from carefully selected organic and seasonal produce. Naturally, the products are sourced using the short supply chain principle, promoting the expertise of the region's small-scale producers! We love it!