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- What are Dijon's culinary specialities?
Dijon is a city that is emblematic of French gastronomy, a veritable landmark of flavours! The town is renowned for its traditional specialities such as snails, beef bourguignon, parsley ham, oeufs en meurette, gingerbread and the famous mustard. Let yourself be tempted!
- Where to eat in Dijon
The historic centre is packed with restaurants, cafés and bistros where you can enjoy a meal from lunchtime to evening. Around Les Halles de Dijon, you’ll find lively brasseries and Michelin-starred restaurants, ideal for savouring Burgundian cuisine. Rue Verrerie, Rue des Forges and Place de la Libération offer more typical restaurants, where you can book tables in a friendly atmosphere and enjoy a dish with a local flavour.
- Which modern or contemporary restaurants would you recommend in Dijon?
The town boasts a number of restaurants serving contemporary cuisine. Market produce, daring combinations, refined dishes and menus that change with the seasons… These establishments are constantly being creative, in order to offer dishes of excellent quality. Among them, “La Table des Climats” and “La Fine Heure” are the most popular addresses. You’ll find Burgundian classics revisited, as well as entirely creative dishes (accompanied by a glass of Burgundy wine, of course!).
- Where can you find a traditional, authentic restaurant in Dijon?
For those who want a taste of traditional French cuisine, Dijon is a veritable paradise. The bistros and taverns in the city centre feature Burgundian recipes prepared “à la maison”, with particular attention paid to the choice of produce. We recommend “La Closerie”, “Le P’tit Bouchon Dijonnais” and “La Véranda”. These restaurants offer a wide range of simmered dishes (with their creamy sauces!), and delicious desserts. It’s the perfect place for an excellent family meal, before setting off on a bike ride along the Route des Grands Crus de Bourgogne.
- How easy is it to book a restaurant in Dijon?
It’s very easy to book a restaurant in Dijon. We strongly recommend it for most of Dijon’s establishments, especially at weekends and during peak tourist periods. A number of establishments are fully booked several days in advance, including Michelin-starred restaurants, famous bar-brasseries around Les Halles and trendy contemporary restaurants. There are many places where you can book online, by telephone or directly on the hotel-restaurant website to enjoy a meal in a prestigious establishment.
- How long does it take to get to Dijon's restaurants from the Burgundy Grands Crus Route?
From the Route des Grands Crus de Bourgogne, Dijon’s restaurants can usually be reached in 10 to 20 minutes, depending on your point of departure. Whether you’re coming from a wine-growing village or an emblematic stop-off point in the vineyards, access to the city is quick and makes it easy to enjoy traditional French cuisine or something a little more creative. This proximity means you can book a table for lunch or dinner and enjoy quality dishes with ease.
- Can I offer a gift card or a meal at a restaurant in Dijon?
Many Dijon restaurants now offer gift cards or packages, perfect for celebrating a special occasion or simply sharing the pleasure of Burgundian gastronomy. These gifts often include a choice of menu: traditional meal, modern cuisine, creative brunch or dinner in a prestigious setting. It’s an original way to introduce a loved one to the gastronomy of Dijon, just a stone’s throw from the Route des Grands Crus de Bourgogne.
- Which restaurants have pleasant terraces in the heart of Dijon?
As soon as the weather is fine, the locals flock to Dijon’s terraces to enjoy a dish of snails and a glass of Burgundy wine. Several restaurants in the historic centre, notably around Place de la Libération, Les Halles and Rue des Godrans, offer superb terraces where you can enjoy a meal while taking in the typical atmosphere. “Cantine Popotes”, “En face La Cité” and “Le Pré aux Clercs” are Dijon’s favourite restaurants for their pleasant terraces.
- Which restaurants to choose for brunch in Dijon?
Brunch has a cult following in Dijon! The city offers a wide variety of addresses, from modern cafés to chic brasseries. “Le Comptoir de La Cité”, the “Nomad Hôtel Dijon”, and the “Les Climats” brasserie serve full menus: home-made viennoiseries, revisited eggs, savoury platters, gourmet desserts, creamy coffees, squeezed juices… with a Burgundian touch! Each establishment is renowned for its creativity, the quality of its produce and its flavours.
- Where to eat with the family in Dijon?
Café Hugo” and “O’Crépic” are two excellent family-run restaurants in Dijon. The first has a relaxed atmosphere, a practical terrace and simple, generous dishes, perfect for a relaxed meal. The second, a cosy crêperie, serves homemade galettes and crêpes that are popular with children and adults alike, with fast service and reasonable prices. Two ideal options for sharing a convivial family moment in the heart of the city!
- Which gourmet or Michelin-starred restaurants to visit in Dijon?
Dijon boasts several Michelin-starred restaurants: Loiseau des Ducs, L’Auberge de la Charme and La Table des Climats. Here, each dish is unique: refined, high-quality products, meticulous preparation, subtle combinations… These prestigious restaurants feature contemporary cuisine inspired by Burgundy’s terroir. They often offer discovery menus, allowing you to try several dishes.











