Place Bernard

The story

Place Bernard, Bourg-en-Bresse – Michelin Recommended Brasserie

A Brasserie in the Heart of Bresse

Since 1999, Place Bernard has been a fixture on the main square of Bourg-en-Bresse. Housed on the ground floor of the Hôtel de France, this brasserie offers a bright, glass-roofed dining room with views of the fountain and the Cours de Verdun. It is the kind of place where lunch and dinner unfold at a relaxed pace, whether you are with family or friends.

Georges Blanc’s Esprit Blanc

The restaurant belongs to the Esprit Blanc collection, the more accessible side of the legendary chef Georges Blanc’s empire. The atmosphere is convivial, and the décor tells a story: black-and-white photographs line the walls — scenes of daily life, old school portraits, and images of the Blanc family holding the prized Bresse poultry that has defined their cooking for generations. It is a journey into the family’s past, blending authenticity with warmth.

Cuisine du Terroir

The menu follows the rhythm of the seasons, rooted in the traditions of the Bresse region. Here, the celebrated AOP Bresse chicken takes centre stage, prepared with the respect it deserves. This is honest, regional French cooking — generous and unfussy. The restaurant’s commitment to quality has earned it a Michelin Recommended distinction, a quiet endorsement of its consistency and charm.

Whether you sit in the luminous veranda or the main dining room, Place Bernard delivers a taste of the French provinces at their most welcoming. It is a place where the spirit of the Blanc family lives on, one plate at a time.