Grand Hotel de l'Opera is undoubtedly a place to reckon with. Undoubtedly, the cafe has quite a magnetic appeal and happens to be one of Toulouse's hot-spots. The decor is bourgeoisie with a menu to match; braised snapper, duck stew, risotto and burgers are featured though it's the fresh oysters that garner attention. Premium wines are available by the glass.
Entering Le Bibent is like stepping into a resplendent Baroque palace with jaw-dropping splendor. This fine dining restaurant is situated inside a refurbished, listed monument that combines the palatial grandeur of two major architectural styles: Art Nouveau and Baroque. Chef Constant has three decades of experience working in luxury restaurants and brings the finest of French culinary arts to the table. Choose from prix fixe and à la carte options, both of which offer a fine gastronomic experience. To the sound of soothing jazz music, savor dishes such as Prawn Papillote, Foie Gras Confit, Caramelised Potatoes Stuffed Pig's Trotter and Salmon Tartare served with oysters. Do not forget to admire the fine brocades, columns, wall and ceiling paintings before leaving the restaurant.
A must for every tourist in Toulouse, the Saint-Sernin Basilica was consecrated by Pope Urbain II in 1096 and saved from destruction by the famous Urbain Vitry. It was restored under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture. As you pass the basilica you will see a door outlined by a creeper of young ivy. Behind this door lies a restaurant offering a sexton's menu (tomato tart, duck breast with anchovy sauce, various Catalan custards) and a vicar's menu (prawn salad with orange, red mullet with foie gras and asparagus, puff pastry tarts with oranges and grillotines).
Located close to the Novotel Center in the business district of Toulouse, Michel Sarran is the namesake of its talented Master Chef. Spanning across two levels with differently done interiors, the restaurant features a coveted menu that many celebrities swear by. Start with the delectable foie gras and chilled tomato soup and work your way through signature mains like poached sea bass with polenta and lobster sauce, or Mont Royal Pigeon with fennel, purple artichokes, and black garlic. Wrap the perfect meal with a delicate wine and a decadent dessert.