Le Chapon Fin's history begins in 1825 on rue Montesquieu. One of its defining features is the rocaille decor created by Cyprien Alfred-Duprat in 1901. The setting is an integral reason to consider this address, alongside its French gastronomic cooking.
The restaurant identifies Younesse Bouakkaoui as its chef. His background includes work with Thierry Marx and Jean-Luc Rocha, and the official presentation describes a modern interpretation of traditional French haute cuisine. Wine is closely tied to the house's history, with its cellar giving particular attention to Bordeaux.
Lunch and dinner have distinct formats. The published market menu offers a shorter daytime meal, while the evening menu uses key dates from the restaurant's history as its theme. Some chef's suggestions require advance notice at reservation. Historical Michelin honours are part of the restaurant's past and should not be mistaken for its current distinction: the checked guide lists the restaurant, without a star claim here.
Plan your visit
5 rue Montesquieu, 33000 Bordeaux, France
12:00–13:15 and 19:30–21:15.
The official menu page lists a three-course market lunch at €45 and evening menus at €85 for five courses or €105 for six courses. Prices checked on 9 October 2026; menus may change.
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Sources
Information checked on 9 October 2026. Independent restaurant reference. This profile is based on documented sources; it does not report a BRA restaurant visit.
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