Maison Mere - Bordeaux

We got the scallops in risotto and the veal and we were blown away. Excellent cooking and wine selection. We can't stop thinking about what we ate!

Came here a few times for after dinner drinks with my parents and we were all really happy with our visits. Staff were friendly, drinks well made and it had a good atmosphere. If you get a table outside then you can watch passers by for hours too.

Located on a side street 100m from the city square, this offers a much more tranquil (and cheaper) location for a bit of light refreshment. To access the toilets downstairs, one has to descend a tiny, ancient spiral stone staircase. There is a 'vault' bar downstairs which is lit up with coloured lighting - complete with disco ball! This must be a great location in the evening when it is open. Sadly the smoking ban will have spoiled the full effect for those who can remember what 'real' bars were like.........

We had the plats on the menu du jour; peppers stuffed with potato and just enough fish to taste, followed by a piece of pork belly with a delicious, just-sweet-enough sauce and puree of sweet vegetable. Quick, attentive service. The only downside is cigarette smokers all around you but hey, this is France.

We were looking for an easy lunch place that would get us out of the rain and wandered in here. The restaurant was busy and the staff was very welcoming. There was a good mix of English speaking and local customers. We both had the fish and chips special which was very good.