Mets Mots - Restaurant - Bar à vins — Restaurant in Bordeaux

If you find yourself in Bordeaux, do not miss the exceptional experience that is Mets Mots. As a Californian visiting Bordeaux, I was immediately struck by the warm, welcoming hospitality that made us feel like family from the moment we entered. The restaurant is run by a trio of extraordinary individuals—a dynamic duo front of house and a talented chef holding down the kitchen solo—each playing their part to perfection and ensuring that the evening flowed seamlessly. Despite a busy night of reservations, the team was able to accommodate many more walk-ins without an appointment on a busy night.

The ambiance, intimate yet lively, made for an inviting setting to enjoy the exceptional meal that followed. As the only non-French guests in the restaurant, we were treated with such genuine care and enthusiasm, a true testament to the hospitality that permeates this charming establishment.

The dining concept here is refreshingly different from the typical French meal. Rather than a traditional multi-course affair, you are encouraged to order a variety of à la carte dishes to share, allowing for a fun, communal experience. Each dish was a revelation. We began with the perfectly crispy garlic potato croquette, followed by a stunning leek dish that was an unexpected combination of delicate textures and bold flavors. The lamb gratin was rich and comforting, while the scallop carpaccio offered a surprising depth and contrast in both flavor and texture. The beef crudo that rounded out our meal was a delicate masterpiece, perfectly balancing freshness and richness.

As for dessert, the parsnip crisp with vanilla custard- light, airy, and delightful. It was the perfect way to close a truly memorable meal with an amazing shot of espresso.

For both visitors to Bordeaux and locals alike, Mets Mots is a must-visit. If I lived here, I would no doubt dine there weekly. This restaurant not only delivers exceptional food, but also a uniquely warm and personal experience that will stay with you long after your meal is over. Thank you to the team at Mets Mots for such a...

Delightful experience! We visited here for lunch without reservations and the owners were very welcoming.. There was only one empty table in the restaurant by the end of lunch and we were the only non-French in the place. The food was so good that we came back for dinner a week later. My husband is not crazy about stuffy places that give you a hard time about dress code, but he loves great food. He was in heaven here. There were even a couple of men wearing shorts at lunch! It was very casual even though there was a business crowd. My husband and I like different types of wine so the sommelier really had his work cut out for him recommending a wine that we both would like, but he took his time talking to us and he knocked it out of the park. Their selection of wines is a little intimidating but the sommelier was knowledgeable and patient and seemed to enjoy talking about Bordeaux wines. The food at both lunch and dinner was creative and delicious. The excellent coffee sealed the deal for my husband. For me, it was the warmth and friendliness of the owners and their willingness to talk about food and wine with nosy strangers - they really love being in the restaurant business and it shows. They speak English here so don’t worry about questions getting lost in translation. When we were there for dinner, another group of Americans came in and asked if they could just have a quick glass of wine (I’m sure they were just trying to be considerate in that they did not have a reservation). It was all we could do to restrain ourselves from advising them to at least order a couple of appetizers. You do not want to miss this food! We will definitely be back when we are next in Bordeaux - we can’t wait to taste their...

Très déçu, nous sommes venu diner dans ce restaurant/bar à vin il y a quelques jours... Par où commencer? Service correct et personnel sympathique (seul point positif). Une addition à presque 90€, nous sommes venu le ventre vide, reparti le ventre vide, le porte feuille également. Au téléphone, on nous a vendu des tapas à partager, nous avons donc pris 3 assiettes pour un total de 50€ de nourriture... à ce prix là on s'attendait à être un minimum calés. Les portions sont honteuses au vu du prix des assiettes (16€ en moyenne pour une assiette). Le carpaccio de Saint Jacques est plat, peu travaillé pour ne pas dire pas travaillé, une soupe d'huile avec peu de Saint Jacques finalement.. l'équivalent de peut être 1 Saint Jacques dans l'assiette qui est je précise encore A PARTAGER. 3 pépins de fruit de la passion pour faire jolie... Autant les acheter au bout de la rue, les 6 saint Jacques sont au même prix : et bien meilleures ! Le tataki de boeuf était bon mais toujours ce problème de quantité qui est ridicule, 3 fourchettes et l'assiette est vide.

Pour ce prix de vente, des quantités décentes seraient attendues.

Parlons de la cartes des vins et boissons...

Une carte pauvre, trop pauvre pour un établissement qui se dit bar à vin. Très peu de références, même dans des grandes régions viticoles comme la Bourgogne (2 vins à la carte) et j'en passe.

Nous qui voulions manger des tapas sympa, pour 90€ la prochaine fois je me passerais d'une bouteille de vin et prendrais une cote de boeuf autre part, au moins j'en aurais pour mon argent.

Nous ne reviendrons pas, je ne sais pas ce que cela vaut le midi mais je déconseille fortement d'y aller le soir...