Sodade

The story

Sodade: Bib Gourmand Bistronomy in Chaudes-Aigues, France

A Bistronomy Address in Auvergne

Sodade is the more accessible sibling of chef Serge Vieira's two-Michelin-starred restaurant at Château de Couffour. Located in Chaudes-Aigues, this bistronomy restaurant and four-star hotel has been fully renovated and sumptuously decorated in a contemporary style. The dining room shares the same spirit of comfort and elegance as its gourmet counterpart, but with a warmer, more relaxed atmosphere and a price point that makes it an everyday destination.

Chef Serge Vieira's Vision

Serge Vieira, Bocuse d'Or winner in 2005, together with his wife Marie-Aude, built their reputation on precision and generosity. While the gourmet restaurant at the château is the pinnacle of their craft, Sodade represents a different kind of experience: modern cuisine that is both refined and approachable. The restaurant's own website describes it as "a unique, peaceful, and wonderfully contemporary locale" set within the Monts d'Aubrac Nature Park, offering guests a warm and delectable experience. This modern cuisine is expressed through a seasonal, product-driven approach that changes every few weeks.

Bib Gourmand Recognition

Sodade's commitment to quality and value has earned it a Michelin Bib Gourmand for 2026, an award that highlights good quality, good value cooking. The menu offerings reflect this: a Menu Emotion (starter, main, dessert) at €35, and a Menu Gourmand at €47. Both are explicitly labeled "Bib Gourmand Michelin" on the restaurant's menu page, underscoring the award's centrality to the dining proposition. The dishes vary regularly based on available products and the chef's inspiration.

The Setting and Experience

The restaurant is part of the Sodade Hotel, a four-star property with high-end service but accessible prices. Guests can enjoy outdoor seating, air conditioning, and a convivial lounge. The bistronomy format means the food is technically accomplished yet served in an unstuffy environment. Whether you are passing through or staying overnight, Sodade offers a genuine taste of the Vieira philosophy: simplicity, nature, and authenticity, with an emphasis on memorable flavours.