La Tanière in Bordeaux

"Visiting from Sydney, Australia. Came here with the wife for dinner, I had the duck, it was so good that we had to come back the next night. 10/10 most delicious duck I’ve had in my life! Staff are super friendly and nice (even let us try to speak French). Wine was very nice too. Highly recommend this place"

"What a great experience at La Tanière! The evening started off on a bad note as we got caught in heavy rain without an umbrella! My partner had her waterproof coat so she was ok but I was soaked! The staff kindly gave me a towel to dry off a bit. That then set the tone for the evening. The food was superb, as was the wine. We both had the beef tartare (cooked medium) with red wine reduction. The crème brûlée was amazing too! The service was friendly and the staff could have a laugh with us. Nothing was too much for them. A really great find in Bordeaux, one of the best restaurants I’ve been to in France. Cash only, but you won’t need much as it’s great value. Next time I’m in Bordeaux this will be my first stop."

"Absolutely incredible. Went twice on our stay in Bordeaux. Waiters were so friendly and attentive, bringing water and bread whenever we ran out. Food was so so good, got the Camembert and it was gorgeous, my partner got the duck and absolutely loved it. Got a wine recommendation from the waiter and it was fantastic. Couldn’t fault it. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a quaint, French restaurant. Just remember to bring cash as they don’t accept cards!"

"One of a kind. Old place, picturesque staff, meaty menu, good wine list. The food isn't pretty at first, but absolutely stunning in quality. Tasty, very cheap... And cash only. Matches its name."

"The interior looks a bit dated and old but I guess that’s the charm of the rustic vibes. The food was good and the portion too. I’ve tried L’entrecote and this is comparable if not better! I ordered the 350gm ribeye (with black pepper sauce, but I personally would have selected the red wine reduction) and frites! It was medium-rare and that was perfectly done! Magnifique! The waiters were super friendly, which was contrary to the common sentiment that French are rude. They were not only friendly but patient and accommodating as well, carefully explaining their well written blackboard of a menu to us. The funniest part was when we were paying the bill at the bar counter, the cashier/waiter pull a trick of the hand with the bill and proceeded to provide us a literal magnifying glass to enlarge the printing - haha."

"Such an amazing place. Friendly, rustic and vibrant. We went as a family with two small kids and the staff were incredible to us all. Felt like eating at home. The bar is small and traditional and that is a compliment! Food was superb. Beef tartare and steak and chips done so well and so simply. A delight."

"My wife found this place on going off the reviews from Google and TripAdvisor, they didn't disappoint. Slightly ignorant from ourselves we can't speak french, but after a warm welcome someone took the time to explain what each dish was. The dishes came and were both beautiful, my wife had the duck and I have the burger in mustard sauce both medium (which meant medium) . The reviews on this place really don't lie, Staff were all super friendly, it's a local and fantastic place which doesn't look a lot from the outside but seriously doesn't disappoint. This is a CASH ONLY restaurant, but you are also told this on entering."

"I would go back because of the friendliness of the staff alone. They were very friendly, helpful and funny. Easily my favourite bar in Bordeaux a really unique atmosphere. Very reasonable prices. And the food was great, the duck hearts in particular were absolutely delicious. It's a cash only bar so make sure you have some when you go."