We popped in about 6 to see if we could get a table at 7. No problem, the waiter said, but when we…read morecame back at 7, there was no reservation. No problem, they seated us anyway. I had a chicken Caesar salad, and my wife had the melon and grilled Halloumi salad. Both were excellent, and the service was fast and gracious. The restaurant, on the rue des Grandes Écoles, is in the middle of everything, right off the central square by the Mairie, and has a local ambiance. We will be glad to go again, next time we're in Poitiers.

A very cool place in downtown Poitiers for coffee, tea, wine and beer and casual dining. Chalkboard…read moremenu, a glass ceiling in the back, a wall filled with vintage and brocante items of all sorts in wall filling display cases. A one of a kind place, very French. Fun to be in and enjoy a drink and/or something to eat.

We were so looking forward to the meal based on the reviews. The first hing to note is that…read moremanagement shouldn't be running around a fine restaurant creating a frenzied atmosphere. They were busier than they had the staff to manage. The food we gave about a 5/10 as nothing was really wonderful like we expected. Because we shared a three course meal we were treated like second class.

I enjoyed a delicious meal here, while staying with a friend who was born and raised in Poitiers…read more I loved the bustling atmosphere and expert service. I had the foie gras for a starter, and the steak tartare as a main. Both were excellent! For wine we shared a nice rosé from Provence, which was perfect for a summer evening.

We ordered the Salmon dish and the Piece de Boeuf Grillée. The beef was grilled to perfection…read more Moist and tender - and a great cut of beef. The Salmon was delightful and crispy. With the mains came a bowl of potato French fries and a bowl of salad greens. The fries were cooked perfectly - best we have had yet in France. The salad greens were tinder and the vinergrete dressing was idea for the meal. All and all, if you find yourself near the Eglise Dame La Grande, stop HERE to eat !

Tucked away on a small side street between two of the plazas in Poitiers, Les Bons Enfants is a…read moretrue find. A local treasure and favorite, the cozy decor makes you feel like you've stepped in to your grandma's kitchen. I recently came here for dinner. Our meal opened with two small sparkling cherry wines. We followed with a local appetizer platter, which included the famous Farci Poitevin. For dinner, I chose a delightful seafood dish cooked in Pineau des Charentes. For dessert we shared a dessert platter. If you're looking for some traditional local cuisine while in Poitiers, this is the place to come!

Outstanding local food, quaint little place of the time of our grandmas, and quite a variety of…read morechoices. Stop by and try some of their specialities, even if you travel through the region. I recommend their 'farci poitevin' (warm!) and 'salade folle'.