The relais is in a small settlement of about 20 houses, about 10 minutes from the smallish village…read moreof St Astiers. As there are very few rooms, it is very quiet. The living room is pleasant, with a large chimney and comfortable chairs. The dining room is in the same room. There are only six tables or so, once again, it will stay quiet. Benoit, the host and chef, makes excellent food, original and well presented, using fresh local ingredients. The courtyard, surrounded by old buildings, is a haven of peace. We were there for a few days with two kids (3 and 1). The host took care of the extra beds, made some special dishes for the 3-yr old without us asking (e.g. macaroni with a ponzu-based sauce). Owing to the small size of the place and to the personality of the host, you get very well taken care of. You can also have dinner there without booking a room. Worth it too.

Beautiful patio & garden. Excellent service. Food was beautiful prepared & delicious. Not…read morepretentious & welcoming. Went back a 2nd time.

This trip to Europe was a number of "firsts" for me - first time in a bat cave, first fishy…read morepedicure, first time eating Foie Gras, but I digress. Most importantly, this was my first visit to a Michelin starred restaurant. Restaurant Les Frisques is situated in the East Wing of Chateau des Vigiers. The Chateau sits atop a hill and looks down over the golf course. The building and grounds are elegant and well maintained. Walking into the restaurant, we were immediately greeted and welcomed. We sat at the small bar and enjoyed a drink while our table was prepared. As an aside, reservations are highly recommended if not required. It was a chilly evening so everyone was dining inside although the patio for dining al fresco looked to be quite comfortable. The restaurant itself just screams elegance with tables spaced far enough apart to afford diners plenty of privacy to allow easy conversation. The wall frescos, warm shades and picture windows add an intimate atmosphere to the dining room. It's just a lovely place to linger and enjoy a great meal. I'll be the first to say my French is limited to non-existent. The servers spoke perfect English and were very accommodating to translating the menu. Service was simply impeccable - professional yet friendly. Best service I have ever experienced in a restaurant. We were treated like rock stars. We started with two appetizers. The first was baked langoustine in an elderflower consommé with strawberry rhubarb. The second was the Foie Gras with the cherry rhubarb sauce. I can't pick a favorite as both were absolutely delicious. The Foie Gras melted like butter in my mouth. The langoustine was tender, perfectly baked and exploded with flavors. For entrees, I chose the veal filet mignon with mushrooms, my husband chose the beef fillet stuffed with foie gras and his son and daughter-in-law chose the rack of lamb for two. All the entrees were delicious. The flavors to each dish were unique and delicious. The rack of lamb however was by far my favorite - tender, juicy and so flavorful. I am no expert when it comes to French wines. The sommelier was ever so patient as he made different recommendations which would complement each of our meals and describing the flavor profile of each. We ended up selecting a 2004 Chateau Haut-Brion, a Bordeaux Red Blend from Pessac-Leognan. It was the perfect choice with wonderful aromas of berries and currant - a full bodied wine which complemented each meal perfectly. This is by far one of the better dining experiences I have ever had. Everything was perfect - timing of the courses, our selections, the wine and of course the wonderful service. It was also one of the more expensive dining experiences I have ever had, but in my opinion totally worth the price paid for a fantastic evening out with family. I would love to return given the opportunity.

I sent this photo before I had my food. The meatballs were very good, however I got a stomach ache…read morelater in the day. Not a good sign, but the service was fabulous and my tummy ache was probably from the night before. Everything tasted great and my partner loved the carne -- huge portion! Give this place a solid four for Spain!

Yelp said this place is closed but it isn't. Glad I came for dinner. It was a hot day and so I…read morechose to sit in inside, thinking it might be cooler but it isn't. They had a big fan moving air in the middle but I don't feel it. Un verre d'un vin rouge to start the dinner and it be was really good for a house wine. This is my first time trying French red in France. Chipirons à la plancha was my appetizer and it could easily be my main dish. The portion was huge and there were like 30+ squid with head s beautifully grilled. It was so tasty. Salade de sud - ouest was my entree. They say be salad but no it is loaded by with protein - duck breast, patè, jambon and something else. It was again a big dish. Un autre verre d'un vin blanc - because BB the red was so good I had to try the house white. It didn't disappoint me. It was good. No room for dessert but definitely need to finish dinner with un cafe - espresso. Satisfying. I definitely be recommend l'orient if you are in Libourne and eat outside if you don't mind smokers around.