What should I order at Le Canard Royal?
Le Canard Royal
Duck Brochette
Mentioned multiple times as cooked to perfection with delicious sauce and accompanied by heavenly potatoes gratin, highly appreciated by guests who even brought others to try it.
Royal Canard (Duck Platter)
Frequently recommended for its huge size and variety of duck preparations, noted as delicious and cooked perfectly, though large enough to share among three people.
Rossini
Traditional Gascon dish with Moulard duck breast slices, mushrooms, puréed potatoes, and foie gras, described as heavenly and highly recommended with a local wine pairing.
Cassoulet Royal
Described as simple yet classy and very delicious, perfect for colder weather with a generous portion size.
Fried Foie Gras with porcini and chanterelle mushrooms
Praised for its excellent execution, served with a light foie gras foam, noted as an excellent starter.
Duck Breast Burger
Made from duck breast meat cooked to perfection, served with goat cheese and fried potatoes, appreciated for its quality and flavor.
Hours
| Monday | 7 to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 7 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Le Canard Royal
Le Canard Royal is a French and Mediterranean restaurant in Pau, France, known especially for duck-focused dishes and generous portions. Reviewers consistently praise the magret, duck confit, duck brochette, and royal platters, along with well-executed cooking and friendly service. The restaurant also gets strong mentions for its wine list, desserts, and cozy atmosphere, with outdoor seating available. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and dinner reservations are recommended.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Checks
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
Frequently asked questions
What is Le Canard Royal known for?
It is best known for duck dishes, especially magret, duck confit, duck brochette, and the large Royal Canard or Plate Royal platters. Reviewers repeatedly mention that the duck is cooked to perfection and that the portions are generous enough to share.
What dishes are most recommended at Le Canard Royal?
The most recommended items are the magret, cassoulet Royal, duck brochette with gratin, duck confit, and the Royal platter. Reviewers also single out the duck burger with goat cheese, fried foie gras with mushrooms, and the Café Royal dessert sampler.
What is the atmosphere like at Le Canard Royal?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, romantic, and a bit trendy, with both dine-in and outdoor seating. It suits couples, solo diners, and groups who want a place where they can talk easily without feeling rushed.
Is Le Canard Royal good value, and what does it cost?
The price range is €30–40, and reviewers say the food is generous and filling, especially the duck platters and cassoulet Royal. Some mention it is on the expensive side compared with other restaurants in the area, but the portion size and quality make it feel worthwhile.
Should you make a reservation at Le Canard Royal?
Yes, dinner reservations are recommended and the restaurant accepts reservations. That is especially useful for evening visits, when people come for duck dishes, wine, and a quieter sit-down meal in Pau.
Is parking available at Le Canard Royal?
Yes. Free parking lot, Paid parking lot is available.
Is Le Canard Royal kid-friendly?
Yes, Le Canard Royal is good for kids.
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