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What to order
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Tête De Veau Sauce Gribiche
Recommended multiple times as a standout dish, described as "super bonne" and specifically praised with the sauce gribiche.
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Clafoutis
Explicitly recommended alongside the tête de veau as a dish worth trying, indicating it was memorable and well-liked.
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Desserts
Frequently praised in the reviews as homemade, generous, and especially enjoyable, with one review calling them a highlight of the meal.
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Entrée Plat Dessert
Mentioned as a delicious, fresh, homemade lunch formula that offers good value for money.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 12 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 8:30 PM |
About La Brasserie du lac
La Brasserie du lac is a restaurant, cafe, sundae restaurant, and tea house in Bourges, France. Reviewers consistently praise the lake view, the large terrace, and the homemade dishes, along with the friendly and attentive service. The food is often described as good quality, generous, and reasonably priced, with positive mentions of the brasserie style and menu options. It offers dine-in, outdoor seating, breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and accepts reservations.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Meal coupons
- NFC mobile payments
- Pluxee
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is La Brasserie du lac known for?
It is best known for its terrace with a view of the lake in Bourges, along with homemade brasserie-style dishes. Reviewers repeatedly mention the setting, the outdoor seating, and the quality of the food, especially when paired with coffee, cocktails, or evening drinks.
What dishes are most recommended at La Brasserie du lac?
Reviewers specifically highlight tête de veau, weekend menu dishes, homemade plates from amuse-bouche to dessert, and the desserts themselves. The food is often described as fresh, generous, and made with quality ingredients, so the strongest recommendations lean toward the house-made dishes rather than a single fixed specialty.
What is the atmosphere like at La Brasserie du lac?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with a large terrace and an interior that works well for relaxed meals. It seems to suit groups and families as well as solo diners, since reviews mention both a 16-person family meal and people stopping in for drinks or a meal by the lake.
Is La Brasserie du lac good value?
Yes, many reviewers say it offers good value, and the listed price range is €20 to €30. Comments mention very reasonably priced drinks, affordable prices, and a good quality-to-quantity balance, especially for the homemade dishes and lake-view setting.
When is the best time to visit La Brasserie du lac?
The terrace is especially praised on sunny days, when the lake view and outdoor seating are a big part of the experience. Dinner reservations are recommended, and one review notes the restaurant can be busy, so planning ahead is sensible if you want an easy evening meal.
Is parking available at La Brasserie du lac?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is La Brasserie du lac kid-friendly?
Yes, La Brasserie du lac is good for kids.
