Eating Out
There are a wide variety of places to eat nearby, ranging from pizza to fine dining. We can’t say we have eaten in all of them, but the selection below, grouped by location, come highly recommended.
Les Feuillardiers
Location - Marval Distance - 5 minutes
Situated in the heart of the village and serves traditional French cuisine, including a daily "Plat du Jour" (Dish of the Day)
La Ferme de Lac
Location - Marval Distance - 7 minutes
Tucked away at the bottom of a 25-acre wooded valley, providing a dynamic menu. Asian cuisine is featured on Wednesday evenings, while Friday nights boast the classic fish and chips, or on Sunday a traditional lunch is served.
La Jolie Guinguette
Location - La Chappelle Montbrandeix Distance - 8 minutes
Boasting a stunning lakeside setting where one can savour Tapas, meals, and drinks during lunch and evening hours. Ralax and enjoy as you gaze upon the lake, observing dragonflies skimming the surface, and perhaps catch a glimpse of the elusive kingfisher.
Chez Jules
Location - La Chappelle Montbrandeix Distance - 8 minutes
A French restaurant that offers global cuisine, with a daily "Plat de Jour" and themed evenings.
Art Cafe
Location - Saint Mathieu Distance - 12 minutes
Serve a variety of options ranging from hot drinks and breakfast to a three-course meal, with takeaways also on offer. They cater for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets. The cafe also features an outdoor terrace.
La Grange du Lac
Location - Saint Mathieu Distance - 14 minutes
A bar and restaurant superbly situated with views of the lake, featuring a cosy lounge and excellent cuisine, including snacks, lunch, dinner and frequent live entertainment.
Gusto Italiano
Location - Piégut-Pluviers Distance - 14 minutes
Located at the beginning of the main street, this restuarant provides traditional and Franco-Italian cuisine, takeout or delivery are also available.
Kreyol Corner
Location - Piégut-Pluviers Distance - 14 minutes
Offering homemade Caribbean cooking that will tantalise your taste buds. A daily changing menu and cakes in many unique and delicious flavours are available.
La Baleine à Bascule
Location - Piégut-Pluviers Distance - 14 minutes
Situated opposite the school as you exit Piégut-Pluviers, offering excellent handmade cuisine. It features fresh ingredients, typically sourced locally, and presents menus that vary daily.
Margo
Location -Piégut-Pluviers Distance - 17 minutes
Margo offers dishes that showcase the authentic flavours of the region and beyond. Each dish is crafted to tantalise your taste buds and please your eyes.
Crêperie L’Insolite
Location - Abjat-Sur Bandiat Distance - 14 minutes
Serving fantastic food and also great sweet crêpes and a wide selection of savoury galettes, something we had never tried before, delicious! well worth a visit.
Suis Ton Coeur
Location - Champniers-et-Reilac Distance - 14 minutes
A delightful array of homemade cakes awaits, with a variety of amazing sandwiches, paninis and an ever-changing specials board. Their breakfasts on Fridays and Saturdays are particularly popular, so booking is recommended.
La Taven de Montbrun
Location - Dournazac Distance - 15 minutes
An 11th-century inn, located in front of the magnificent Le Chateau de Montbrun, offers the perfect spot to bask in the sunshine on the terrace, or cozy up by the fireplace on cooler days.
The Crazy Frog
Location - Saint-Estèphe Distance - 18 minutes
A blend of a traditional English pub and a French restaurant, featuring burgers, salads, and meats, along with a children's menu. Enjoy local beers and live music on the garden terrace.
Le Moulin du Grand Étang
Location - Saint-Estèphe Distance - 18 minutes
Located on the edge of the picturesque lake, evolving from its modest origins of grinding wheat for flour. The team now invite you to their gastronomic restaurant.
The Fiddlers Rest
Location - Chalais Distance - 34 minutes
A family-friendly Irish pub is situated along the N21, offering great food with vegetarian options and naturally, a pint of Guinness if desired.
Signorizza Pizzeria
Location - Saint-Junien Distance - 40 minutes
Located next to E.Leclerc, savour gourmet wood-fired pizzas, antipasti, pasta and a variety of Italian specialties. The extensive and diverse menu caters for all preferences.
Boulangerie Ange
Location - Saint-Junien Distance - 40 minutes
Fantastic value if you're seeking a light lunch at reasonable prices any time of the day. Offering croissants, sandwiches, pizza and cakes that are simply irresistible.
Château de Gâteaux
Location - Saint-Yrieix-La-Perche Distance - 50 minutes
Open seven days a week, this charming establishment offers a slice of England, with a tearoom, cafe, and restaurant rolled into one, as well as a takeaway service.
Le Bistrot Jourdan
Location - Limoges Distance - 58 minutes
An opportunity to savour the great classics of French cuisine. Lunch and specials menus as well as lighter options, an omelette or croque-monsieur, will certainly satisfy your appetite.