Hotel Restaurant Les Glycines sur Les Eyzies-De-Tayac-Sireuil

I'm only talking about the restaurant. I don't know the hotel... But the lunchtime restaurant, which is a bistro, is fantastic. Both the food and the service are excellent, which of course includes the friendliness. The restaurant was full, but they still managed to rearrange the tables to make room for four of us. You don't see that very often. For that alone, I give it five stars.

What an absolutely unforgettable evening at Les Glycines, during the gala dinner of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs dedicated to celebrating the Périgord truffle. From the moment you arrive, the natural elegance of the house, combined with a warm and intimate atmosphere, immediately sets the tone. The setting, deeply rooted in the Périgord spirit, provides the perfect backdrop for an exceptional gastronomic evening, where every detail exudes a passion for the craft and a respect for the art of hospitality. The welcome I received was simply remarkable. As a fellow Quebecer, I was received with a generosity, attentiveness, and kindness that fully honor the spirit of the Chaîne. I wish to express my profound gratitude to Jean-François Guillard, Bailiff of the Chapter of Nouvelle-Aquitaine and the greater Bordeaux region, an exceptional, deeply humane, charismatic, and remarkably convivial individual. Her warm presence, her sense of sharing, and her elegant manner perfectly embody the values ​​of fraternity, generosity, and excellence upheld by the brotherhood. From the very first moment, Valentine created an atmosphere of refinement and warmth, blending professionalism, a genuine smile, and personalized attention. Under the direction of Chef Pascal Lombard, the team delivered a truly gastronomic masterpiece. The menu was a masterful ode to local produce and seasonality: delicate winter leeks, lassi, and millet; an organic egg accompanied by perfectly balanced soba noodles and Sarlat cheese; and superb diver scallops enhanced by Jerusalem artichoke and a remarkably deep, aromatic brown butter. The venison fillet, served with beets and hints of wood sorrel, undoubtedly made a lasting impression with its impeccable cooking, tenderness, and intense flavor. The truffle, the guiding thread of this exceptional evening, was handled with intelligence, elegance, and restraint, bringing nobility and complexity without ever overpowering the dish. The truffled triple cream, accompanied by walnuts and Conference pear, offered a moment of pure indulgence, while the dessert featuring Bourbon vanilla from Réunion, birch, and manjari (a type of brioche) concluded the meal with refinement and precision. Each dish told a story, that of a terroir sublimated by a coherent, inspired, and deeply respectful culinary vision. The service was on par with this exceptional cuisine. Head waitress Léa Lombard led her team with remarkable elegance: perfectly controlled rhythm, precise movements, constant attention to the guests, and exemplary synchronization with the kitchen. The carefully considered food and wine pairings enhanced each course of the meal. The Michel Gonet – Les 3 Terroirs, Extra Brut, Blanc de Blancs champagne opened the evening with brilliance, freshness, and minerality. The moment of absolute grace, however, was the pairing of the venison fillet with the Stéphane Ogier – “Le Temps est Venu” 2023 (Côtes du Rhône): a marriage literally made in heaven, where the wine's silky structure, its spicy and fruity notes, and its aromatic depth magnified the nobility of the meat. Finally, the evening concluded with a magnificent regional touch with the discovery of La Gauloise, the local liqueur from Périgord. A true signature of the terroir, this liqueur made with aromatic plants and herbs captivates with its complexity: herbaceous freshness, light aniseed notes, floral hints, and an elegant bitterness on the finish. Served at the end of dinner, it brought an authentic and warm dimension, perfectly in keeping with the spirit of the evening. In summary, Les Glycines confirms its status as a great gastronomic establishment: an exceptional address where inspired cuisine, remarkable welcome, impeccable service and sincere conviviality combine to create unforgettable memories.