The French know how to make food exciting, and this chef delivers! We were booked at the associated small hotel (really nice, super friendly staff) and they asked when we checked in of we wanted a dinner reservation. We had research this and a couple of other nearby spots, but this seemed the best so we said yes. She asked if we wanted a second reservation for the next day and we waffled not wanting to commit but she said there is only one table left so I'll pencil you in and you can cancel if you don't want it. Our first night's dinner was so good that we immediately decided to return for a second night. For our first night I had the seasonal chef's recommendation which was a starter of shrimp in a tapioca soup (perfect large shrimp and a delicious broth), chicken stuffed with mushrooms and parsnips beneath the skin, and a cold strawberry custard dessert. It was all fabulous. My wife had one of the fois gras starters, roast lamb, and a delicious chocolate and crispy peanut dessert (which she particularly liked). A nice 1/2 bottle of local red wine, a delicious beet amuse bouche and and after dinner marshmellow (house made) and macaron final treat made for a memorable meal. Our second night we had to try all different things. My wife had the second fois gras starter which is fashioned in house and was spectacular. She had roast cod (perfectly flakes and coated with sesame seeds) accompanied by some exquisite cabbage (never thought I'd say that about cabbage). For dessert she had the rum baba with mango ice cream (drenched at the table with spiced and fruited rum). I had the poached oyster starter. The oyster were lightly cooked and served in the shells on a bed of leeks with a seafood emulsion. I followed this up with the sweetbreads which were something I'd always wanted to try. And finally the profiteroles (small pastry shells with coffee over cream, whipped cream, and chocolate sauce. This time our waiter recommended a nice local white wine (from Chardonnay grapes) that was very nice. An amuse bouche of pumpkin soup and the after dinner treats perfected the meal. So, two nights, two home runs. Great meals at a fair price (about 100 euros for two each night). Reservations recommended, but once you have a reservation the table is yours for the night, they don't turn the table for someone else. Both nights the chef came out of the inaccurate kitchen as we were leaving to greet us and check on our experience. read more

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Michelin Rated- phenomenal river views and cuisine. Can't say enough about this place. Everything surprised me with new flavor. The stuffed chicken was probably the best chicken I've ever had. read more

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Best meal in Europe. Did not break the bank. Amazing wine selection. Beautiful setting looking over the river. Note, they have no a/c so we were sweating here in the middle of July. read more

If you are in the Dordogne region of France (and you should go, as it is one of the most beautiful regions), you must dine at Hotel Belle Etoile in La Roque-Gageac. This is one of the finest meals we have ever experienced. Our only disappointment? They closed for the season (we were there in November) the day after we had lunch there. We definitely would have dined there again! The food is delicious, very creative and fresh. Nice wine list and a lovely atmosphere, with impeccable service. Highly highly recommended. read more

Yes, it's on the slightly more expensive side -- 30 Euros per person plus wine -- but the value is there. It was an EXCELLENT meal. I was in France for 3 weeks just recently and had lots of fine meals but this one stands out. So if it seems expensive, make it your splurge meal. The hotel was also quite nice and moderate in price. 78 Euros and a very nice room overlooking the river. read more

This is a great little hotel in a beautiful village right on the river. Try to get a room overlooking the river. I love the kitchen that opens right into the lobby so you can see all the prep work going on before dinner. The food is perfect, innovative and beautifully delivered. Dessert is outstanding. Wonderful caring people in this family-run business. Highest recommendation. read more

It's been two years since I went to this delightful restaurant and the experience has stayed with me. Truly a meal that I will remember for a lifetime. Superb food, excellent service, and a beautiful view from the terrace. Pricey but worth it for the meal and the memory. read more

Best best best. In a beautiful village on the Dordogne. The service is absolutely wonderful and the wine list is superb. The food is chic and regional and so delicious. Don't miss dessert. A must! read more

Excellent ! Great location. Very friendly front desk/ reception. Very nice room. The restaurant is fabulous. Delicious food, very well presented. The flavor were wonderful. In May, the chef was a magician with asparagus. I would highly recommend Belle Etoile. read more

The best meal we ate on our month long trip through France. The meal, service, and view were superb. Highly recommended!

What a fantastic restaurant! We lunched there twice, and each time was perfect in every way. Everything we ate was superb, and their sweetbreads were the best we've ever had. Their house cocktail is great, as is their wine list. Service was gracious, and unhurried (so plan on enjoying your time there, as it should be for such a fine restaurant). Chef welcomed guests as they arrived; it made us feel as if we were dining in his home. They have a huge jasmine bush in front of their restaurant, and if you eat on their comfortable terrace, you can enjoy the fragrance. This restaurant was one of the highlights of our vacation in La Dordogne. read more

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Most amazing french cuisine experience during our drive thru the french countryside. Make sure to call ahead for a reservation. If they have it... you must try the fresh home-made fois gras. Will definitely be back! read more