La Rencontre offers a fusion of modern, gourmet French-Italian cuisine, where authentic flavors blend with creative cooking. We serve modern, gourmet dishes. Every detail is carefully considered, from the presentation of the dishes to the quality of the ingredients, to take you on a unique culinary journey. Discover our small grocery shop as well, dedicated to fresh homemade pasta and a selection of exceptional Italian products.

Each product is carefully selected from local producers.

Les Petits Capucins for delicious, seasonal fruits and vegetables.

Racé for local meat and fish.

Maison Meneau for artisanal organic nectars and juices.

Vino Vista for a refined selection of French and Italian wines.

Bontevino for authentic liqueurs

La Rencontre is, first and foremost, the collaboration of two chefs, Rosie Maillard
and Francesco Vastola, who combine their inspirations to create a unique Franco-Italian cuisine. It is the coming together of carefully selected ingredients, blended with creativity and passion. And, of course, it is also a place where every dish becomes an opportunity for a culinary encounter.

AtLa Rencontre, we showcase modern, locally sourced cuisine that follows the rhythm of the seasons.

For lunch, enjoy a bistronomic menu that changes weekly, with a set menu for €27 (appetizer, main course, dessert). We also offer a starter-main course or main course-dessert set menu for €22, as well as a single main course for €16

AtLa Rencontre, we showcase modern, locally sourced cuisine that follows the rhythm of the seasons.

In the evening, let us surprise you with our unique six-course gourmet menu for €72. We also offer a four-course menu for €55, as well as our à la carte menu. All our dishes are prepared using fresh, local ingredients and can be adapted to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies upon prior request.

We also offer gift certificates—a wonderful way to give the gift of a unique dining experience. Contact us by email or phone to order one.

At L'La Rencontre, we have curated an exquisite wine list featuring selections from all regions of France. To round out this experience, we have also carefully selected a range of Italian wines.

Our maître d’, Clémentine—always smiling and trained in the art of wine service—will be at your disposal to guide you in choosing the perfect wine. If you wish, she can also assist you in pairing wines with your meal during dinner.

We also offer a small selection of cocktails and aperitifs, perfect for starting your meal, as well as a lovely selection of French and Italian liqueurs to end it on a high note.

For coffee, we’ve chosen L’Alchimiste, a local roaster located in Darwin, Bordeaux, renowned for the quality of its beans. As for tea, it comes from La Boutique à Thé, an iconic spot in downtown Bordeaux, selected for its refinement and flavors.