Restaurant L'estanquet — Restaurant in Nîmes

We were given items we did not order and were charged for them and got scolded in front of the whole restaurant because of our dog’s breed. I called to ask if we could come with our dog and was told no problem. When we arrived, after we were seated and after we ordered the owner came and in front of the whole restaurant started telling us loudly that we should have told them what kind of dog we have because this type of breed is not appreciated by all giving a speech about these “dangerous” dogs (we have a staffy, otherwise called nanny dogs because of how reputable they are with kids and never mind the fact that she’s old, almost blind and calm and quiet as a rock). The whole restaurant went quiet listening to this, which was more than uncomfortable. I was so shocked that I didn’t find my words. The wife’s owner then came with two drinks we didn’t order, naively we thought this was offered as a gesture for this very awkward situation but they actually charged us for them, which was the last insult to the whole ordeal. So dear restaurant owners, if you have a problem with certain dogs, at least have the decency to do your hateful speech before we are seated and before we’ve ordered so we get the choice to leave. This was beyond unpleasant and unnecessary. Luckily other guests came to support by coming to pet our dog, who couldn’t have behaved better but I’m sure people as you are too narrow minded to even be proven wrong. As for the food, there was very little seasoning, so for this price it was overall an...

Menu changes regularly, usually with 2-4 choices for each course. Frank is a super chef, an expert at combining seasonal favours. Have been here a number of times over last year, menu is good value and dining room and terrace both very nice, depending on the weather. It’s not always clear when it is open, but if it is, then definitely...

Fantastic. Excellent food served with loving care. We sat outside with a view of the church. It is pet friendly. We had beef tartar, cod and lamb plates. For dessert, fabulous pistachio creme brullet. We were there on a weekday, but I would suggest reservations on the weekend. The town is lovely as well. It should have a...