Bon Appetit

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• Restaurant Le Taj Mahal read more ›
  (24 Rue Palaprat. Tel. 05 6199 2680)
  The city's best-loved Indian restaurant is vegetarian-friendly and offers six menus. Try the delicious tandoori, served in an exotic atmosphere.
• La Brique Rose read more ›
  (10 Rue Maletache. Tel. 05 6153 8941)
  A beautiful establishment serving traditional cuisine from South-west France, La Brique Rose offers à la carte and menu options in the heart of the old Latin quarter.
• Mammina read more ›
  (7 Place Roguet. Tel. 05 6159 5814)
  If home-made lasagne takes your fancy, then head for La Mammina. French and Italian cuisine are served here, with a dose of romance.
• Restaurant Himalaya read more ›
  (20 Peyrolières. Tel. 05 6123 9174)
  This café has lots of character and a bargain-priced selection of dishes, from vegetarian chow mein to dhal soup, tapas, salads and desserts.
• La Gouaille read more ›
  (6 Rue Joutx Aigues . Tel. 05 6125 6566)
  If you're looking for a romantic restaurant, La Gouaille offers charming décor and warm atmosphere. Try a seasoned pork or beef dish after a roasted camembert appetiser.
• Georges read more ›
  (4 Rue des Blanchers. Tel. 05 3444 9592)
  Near Place de la Daurade and Place Pierre, this romantic eatery is a stone's throw from the banks of the Garonne. Enjoy dishes like black tea and fig-flavoured duck or beef carpaccio.

• Bistro Romain read more ›
  (15 Place Wilson. Tel. 05 6227 9320)
  With all-you-can-eat options, Bistro Romain is France's preferred Italian chain. Choose the carpaccio or jambon San Danielle, both are delicious, as are the praline and chocolate tiramisu for dessert.
• Eau de Folles read more ›
  (14 Allée Franklin Roosevelt. Tel. 05 6123 4550)
  On the second floor of this building on Place Wilson, Eau de Folles serves regional treats. Try the cassoulet with confit and Toulousian sausage.
• L'Aubrac read more ›
  (7 bis Rue de la Colombette. Tel. 05 6162 9808)
  Expect rustic décor and friendly service in this restaurant specialising in fine grilled meats (with 800g portions), foie gras, all-you-can-eat cheese and charcuterie options.
• Japoyaki read more ›
  (11 Austerlitz. Tel. 05 6113 6869)
  Service is rapid at Japoyaki and the atmosphere is happily noisy at the tables crammed in the small dining room. Specialities include sushi, sashimi and yakitori.
• Le Van Gogh read more ›
  (21 Place St Georges . Tel. 05 6121 0315)
  This bistro is a local favourite for hearty summer salads, patés and traditional French cuisine, such as bean cassoulet. Enjoy the activity all around you from the sunny terrace brimming with plants.
• Carson City read more ›
  (3 Place des Oliviers . Tel. 05 6142 0222 )
  An American-themed restaurant near the Place Saint Cyprien, Carson City is like a Western saloon. It's famed for its meat dishes and gargantuan portions.

• Le Cercle d'Oc read more ›
  (6 Place Marcel Dassault. Tel. 05 6274 7171)
  In nearby Blagnac, Paris-trained chef Maël Le Bacquer presents the cuisine of south-western France in a beautiful 18th-century farmhouse. Try cassoulet Toulousian with white beans, salt pork and lamb seasoned with thyme and bay leaf, accompanied by an excellent red wine from the Cercle's extensive cellar.
• Restaurant L'Autan-Tic read more ›
  (Crowne Plaza Hotel, 7 Place du Capitole. Tel. 05 6161 1904 )
  The Florentine Grand Patio is open during summer at the Restaurant L'Autan-Tic. Treat yourself to the oyster appetiser followed by chef Guillaume Goubert's cabillaud (cod) marinated in soy beans and served with fresh vegetables.
• Le L read more ›
  (24 Place de la Bourse. Tel. 05 6121 6905)
  Très chic. This contemporary and inventive restaurant in the heart of town serves skillfully presented Asian-inspired platters. Try the wild fowl flavoured with ginger, followed by simmered clementines served in hot wine syrup with beer sorbet.
• Restaurant 7 Place Saint Sernin read more ›
  (7 Place Saint Sernin. Tel. 05 6230 0530)
  With an impressive cave aux vins and Champagne, spacious terrace and wonderfully creative presentation, 7 Place Saint Sernin mixes tradition with modernity. Try the veal kidney with morel mushrooms.
• Le Pois Gourmand read more ›
  (3 Rue Emile Heybrard, off Avenue Casselardit. Tel. 05 3436 4200)
  Delivers the city's finest traditional cuisine, balanced with a cave à grands vins. Try a foie gras and magret dish, and feast your eyes upon breathtaking views of the Garonne from the elegant dining room and terrace.
• Jardins de l'Opera read more ›
  (1 Place du Capitole. Tel. 05 6123 0776)
  This is the jewel of renowned chef Dominique Toulousy. Set around an interior garden and pond, you can't go wrong with the menu: terrine de fillets de rouget (potted fillets of red mullet), salad of cockles, mussels and basil, veal fried with capers... just leave room for the pear mousse.

• Restaurant Emile read more ›
  (13 Place de St Georges. Tel. 05 6123 0776)
  A beautiful terrace setting on a gorgeous square. Chef Christophe Fasan's delights include magret of duckling, medley of Catalonian fish, fresh parillade of poisson and the most intriguing wine list in town.
• L'Amphitryon read more ›
  (Chemin de Gramont, Colomiers. Tel. 05 6115 5555)
  Just minutes from the city centre, L'Amphitryon features the unique creations of renowned chef Yannick Delpech. Its glass-roofed, dome terrace overlooks a wooded park and the city of Toulouse beyond, with a permanent wrought-iron exhibit within. Enjoy!
• Brasserie des Beaux-Arts read more ›
  (1 Quai de la Daurade. Tel. 05 6121 1212)
  Offers stunning art nouveau décor in the heart of old Toulouse. Enjoy traditional French dishes, fresh fruits de mer, exquisite racasse (scorpion fish) and, if you're lucky, a flute of complimentary Champagne.
• Restaurant Michel Sarran read more ›
  (21 Boulevard Armand Duportal. Tel. 05 6112 3232)
  Here you'll find refined Southern cuisine prepared by one of Michelin's brightest stars, Michel Sarran. Award-winning wines, traditional dishes and decidedly divine presentation await. Try the egg and hen dressed with Aquitaine caviar, and shortbread almonds flavoured with rhubarb, strawberry and thyme for dessert.
• L'Art de Vivre read more ›
  (279 Chemin Ramelet-Moundi. Tel. 05 6107 5252)
  Venture a few kilometres from the Capitole and enjoy the amazing creations of master chef Pierre Sepulchre-rognon de veau (veal kidney) with balsamic vinegar and mustard; steamed fowl and prawns served in hot truffle sauce; and cold lobster, artichokes, and baby vegetables in vanilla vinaigrette.
• La Corde read more ›
  (4 Rue Jules Chalande . Tel. 05 6129 0943)
  Traditional Languedoc cuisine awaits you at the 'Pink City's' oldest restaurant. Try the lobster risotto and ravioli appetiser, pigeon laque or the turbot. Save room for delicious crème brulée flavoured with fresh violet blossoms for dessert.

After Dark

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• Le Petit Diable read more ›
  (99 Allées Charles-de-Fitte. Tel. 05 6142 8695)
  It's l'apéro (evening drink) time at le Petit Diable, the city's wonderful café-theatre where locals and tango aficionados meet.
• Café des Arcades read more ›
  (14 Place du Capitole. Tel. 05 3444 1520)
  Feast your eyes on City Hall's gorgeous neoclassical facade from the terrace at Café des Arcades, where you can enjoy an apéro (evening drink) before moving on for dinner.
• Bar Benachine read more ›
  (37 Place des Carmes. Tel. 05 6155 5759)
  Before dining out, wet your whistle with an apéro (evening drink) at the blue-toned, ever-crowded Bar Benachine, a locals' favourite that serves fancy cocktails.
• El Ruedo read more ›
  (3 Rue Baour Lornian. Tel. 05 6121 2252)
  Formerly the Rembrandt, El Ruedo is a casual restaurant/bar just a stone's throw from the Capitole. Enjoy an apéro served by friendly bartender, JP.
• L'Ancienne Belgique read more ›
  (16 Rue de la Trinité . Tel. 05 6152 6378)
  This friendly, mellow bar serves an admirable selection of delicious Belgian brews to satisfy all-comers.
• Casa Manolo read more ›
  (24 Rue Trois Piliers . Tel. 05 6123 8506)
  Chill out over tapas, sangria and cocktails at resto-bar Casa Manolo, a local favourite.

• Le Cri de la Mouette read more ›
  (Canal de Brienne, Place Héraclès. Tel. 05 6230 0528)
  Unusual disco and concert venue aboard a restored fishing boat on the Canal de Brienne, across from Place Héraclès. Bands play most nights, followed by DJs spinning tunes until 5am.
• La Tantina de Bourgos read more ›
  (27 Rue de la Garonette. Tel. 05 6155 5929)
  An energetic club, La Tantina de Bourgos primarily hosts student crowds for live Latino beats on the weekend, plus jazz on Thursday and DJs during the week.
• Le Bikini Club read more ›
  (54 Chemin des Etroits. Tel. 05 6155 0029)
  KT Tunstall is performing on 22 May at the Bikini, a dance and disco venue that has hosted a range of performers, from Suzanne Vega to the Stone Roses and Jason Mraz.
• L'Autan-Tic read more ›
  (7 Rue du Capitole. Tel. 05 6161 1904)
  Within the Crowne Plaza Hotel, the L'Autan-Tic restaurant and piano bar features music on Tuesday and Thursday nights.
• Café Rex read more ›
  (15 Avenue Honore-Serres . Tel. 05 6112 1639)
  This centrally located Aussie-themed bar features ska, rock, rap, jazz and groove music all week long, with live performances on weekends and most Thursdays.
• Latino Palace read more ›
  (9B Avenue Frédéric Estèbe . Tel. 05 6112 1236)
  A cabaret-style club offering a variety entertainment, from Brazilian dancers to Mexican guitarists.

• Disco Le Maximo read more ›
  (4 Rue Gabrielle-Peri. Tel. 05 3441 1565)
  A fashionable, ultra-modern dance venue catering to a well-dressed clientèle with electro-house music. Things get started at 11pm and don't wind down until 5am, Thursday-Saturday nights.
• Le Shanghai Express read more ›
  (12 Rue de la Pomme. Tel. 05 6123 3780)
  Toulouse's hottest gay dance club, Le Shanghai, opens at midnight and doesn't close until after dawn. Enjoy the exotic Eastern décor and friendly atmosphere.
• La Strada read more ›
  (4 Rue Gabrielle-Peri. Tel. 05 6273 1159)
  Disco with a strict dress code, it starts warming up at midnight and stays open till dawn. O ye of little energy, enter not these gates!
• The Ubu Club read more ›
  (16 Rue St Rome. Tel. 05 6123 2675)
  Club Ubu's labyrinth of felt-lined caves, red carpet and lively DJs make for sexy ambience from late at night until dawn.
• La Luna Loca read more ›
  (15 Rue Pierre Rubens. Tel. 05 6272 0346)
  This bar supports local musicians and artists with perennial concerts and expos of painting, photography and sculpture. Open till the wee hours, it is ladies' night on Thursday and Saturday.
• Cockpit read more ›
  (1 bis Rue Puits Vert . Tel. 05 6121 8753)
  Known as Toulouse's raciest disco, Cockpit hosts an energetic gang of clubbers: straight, gay and in-between. You'll find this fast-paced club between Place Capitole and Place Wilson.

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