Le Pré sur Durtol

Excellent restaurant. The balance of flavors is very well managed. The chef deserves his two stars. After reading the reviews, I had two concerns: 1- The speed of service. We specified that we didn't want to stay at the table for more than 3 hours. This was the case (as the restaurant wasn't full). 2- The atmosphere with the servers. Indeed, there was one server who was very cold with an attitude that didn't make you want to linger, but we didn't encounter him often. Special mention goes to the youngest server who was very dynamic, very professional, and very pleasant. In terms of price, the best compromises are the €55 or €75 menus. For the menu with the most courses, the value for money (€195) is less appealing. But considering the ambiance and the details like the silver cutlery, I think the price is quite reasonable.

The food is excellent. The sommelier is exceptional, and the service is very good, especially from the only woman who served us that evening—always smiling and very professional. On the other hand, I can't understand why having two Michelin stars immediately implies a tense, uninspired, and overly pretentious atmosphere. It's much more pleasant to be in a place with good food and a good ambiance than in a place where it seems like if you place your hand in the wrong position, people will judge you. I know other Michelin-starred restaurants that offer a much more normal atmosphere. Another point to note is that the portions are very generous, which is very enjoyable. However, 13 courses is too much; we left feeling stuffed. In short, great food, great service, but relax, and I think seven courses would be more than enough. The two local wines were incredible! Thank you for everything!

Good experience to do at least once

A fantastic experience, a magnificent meal, a thousand thanks from two Swiss travelers!

We came for lunch on a Saturday with friends after booking based on several recommendations. While all the dishes seemed very good, we were a little disappointed because we were expecting a more "surprising" experience, dishes with a bit more spice, and a greater "wow" factor on our plates. However, the three dishes featuring oysters, asparagus, and pan-seared foie gras did meet our expectations! Best of luck and thank you for this experience.

It was a pleasure to discover Chef Xavier Beaudiment's cuisine and the flavors and culinary message he wanted to share with us. On Sunday evening, my nephew invited us to enjoy the Sunday evening menu, and everything was perfect. The welcome, the service—from the maître d'hôtel to the sommelier, not forgetting the various staff members—it was a seamless and attentive performance, showcasing exceptional professionalism. We'll definitely be back soon.

A Sunday evening menu for €75 at a two-Michelin-starred restaurant, in a refined, understated setting with a lovely aesthetic touch… Run, don't walk! As a restaurateur myself, having worked in four different Michelin-starred establishments, I was more than pleasantly surprised by the price and the quality of the food served (the menu that evening was based on herbs, iodine, and mushrooms—very refreshing and original). Having followed the restaurant's evolution—no star, then one, then two (well deserved, by the way)—even though I rarely go there, this remains my "number one" spot if I have something to celebrate during my stay in Clermont-Ferrand. Thanks again and congratulations to the team! 👏😀

The €55 menu is excellent and well worth it; a great opportunity to discover a gourmet restaurant.

A very nice restaurant. The staff are really kind and professional. A very pleasant experience during this meal, which was absolutely delicious.

An exceptional gourmet restaurant. A delicious meal and a wonderful discovery of flavors. A warm and friendly team.