Fodor's Expert Review Hercule Poireau

$$$ Périgueux Dinner Fodor's Choice

No detective work is needed to find this popular spot—just follow the trail of local gourmands who make a beeline to this classic Périgord restaurant for its delicious cuisine and romantic ambience. Set in Périgeux's old town, you'll dine under vaulted stone walls almost as old as the Saint-Front cathedral a few steps away. Be sure to order the house-made foie gras served with passion fruit confiture or roasted duck breast with caramelized apples and cassis-"perfumed" spring vegetables. Everything here is homemade and seasonal so the menu changes frequently. Be sure to reserve ahead.

Dinner Fodor's Choice French Lunch Prix-Fixe $$$

Quick Facts

2 rue de la Nation
Périgueux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine  24000, France

05–53–08–90–76

www.restaurant-perigueux-hercule-poireau.fr

Known For:
  • Housemade foie gras served with passion fruit confiture
  • One of the town's most popular restaurants (be sure to reserve ahead)
  • To-die-for desserts
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed., Reservations essential

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