Bistrot Constant

The story

Bistrot Constant, Montech: Michelin-Recommended French Bistro in a Lock-Keeper's House

A Bistro by the Water

Bistrot Constant sits on the small port of Montech, in a former lock-keeper's house that has been transformed into a contemporary, light-filled space. In winter, the fireplace crackles; in all seasons, the calm of the countryside and the reflection of majestic plane trees in the water set the scene. It is a place that offers both the warmth of a home and the serenity of a riverside setting.

Chef Christophe Marque

Chef Christophe Marque, together with his wife Virginie, has been running Bistrot Constant since 2014. Both are from the southwest of France. Christophe trained under highly respected chefs: Christian Constant, Jean-Marie Gautier, and Antoine Westermann. Those years instilled in him a taste for meticulous work. Passionate and rigorous, he pays close attention to product quality and seasonality, precise cooking, and delicate flavor combinations. His curiosity and sensitivity subtly enrich his creations.

Michelin Recommended

Bistrot Constant has earned a Michelin Recommended distinction, a recognition that aligns with the restaurant's commitment to refined, generous French cuisine. The award reflects the consistency and care that define the experience here.

The Menu

While the menu changes with the seasons, a sample from a recent truffle menu gives a sense of the chef's style: a croque monsieur with truffle, a crispy soft-boiled egg with smoked eel and Parmesan cream, roasted sea bass with winter vegetables and Périgueux sauce, crispy veal sweetbreads with truffled macaroni gratin, and a chocolate ganache with peanut ice cream and truffle. Each dish balances generosity with elegance.

A Welcoming Team

Chef Marque leads his kitchen team with warmth, turning out plates that are both hearty and refined. The front-of-house staff carries forward the same spirit of hospitality, making every guest feel like a privileged visitor in an intimate, welcoming setting.