For a good cassoulet recipe you’ll need (among other things): white beans from the Lauragais region, meat and a cassole, the large earthenware vessel in which it’s usually served. Sounds simple, doesn’t it? But some chefs have that “je-ne-sais-quoi”, that secret ingredient that makes them irresistible. It’s also a convivial dish that’s great to eat with friends away from home. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the best cassoulet restaurants in Toulouse.
At Restaurant Émile, Toulouse’s most highly recommended cassoulet
It’s no coincidence that Restaurant Émile tops this ranking. The comments are unanimous: “definitely the best cassoulet I’ve ever eaten”, “top welcome, service and gastronomy “, “a cassoulet worthy of the name”. If you haven’t already, stop everything and go taste it right now!
📍 13, Place Saint Georges – 31000 Toulouse
Le Colombier and its recipe that respects tradition to the letter
Open since 1873, you’d be forgiven for thinking that they’ve perfected their cassoulet recipe over the years. And as they so aptly explain, “our cassoulet is entirely ‘home-made’: the beans are Castelnaudary ingots grown in the Lauragais region, the home-cooked goose confits come from the Landes and Périgord regions, and the Toulouse sausage and ‘andouillette de couennes’ are made by Maison Garcia, charcutiers at the Victor Hugo market”. Le Colombier, a must-try address.
📍14, Rue de Bayard – 31000 Toulouse
Les Copains d’Abord, the most Toulousian of cassoulets
He’s all about authenticity, with a cassoulet cooked in the purest Toulousian tradition, in other words with duck confit, just like in the old days. And Les Copains d’Abord doesn’t just serve cassoulet. You’ll also love the elegant bistro-style decor of the rooms.
📍38, Rue du Pont Guilhemery – 31000 Toulouse
L’Os à Moëlle
Open since 1986, this address offers a typically Toulousian setting thanks to its fairground brick walls. Enjoy your cassoulet on large solid wood tables that give the place a warm, friendly feel. And if after eating your cassoulet you still have room, don’t miss the famous all-you-can-eat mi-cuit foie gras from L’Os à Moëlle!!!!
📍14, Rue Roquelaine – 31000 Toulouse
The Louchebem house
The Louchebem house is a bit of a den for carnivores. And where there’s good meat, there’s good cassoulet. In a setting with a 100% Toulouse atmosphere, with rugby jerseys hanging on the walls, you can enjoy a completely immersive experience. And a good meal to boot.
📍Marché Victor Hugo, Boxes 3-4-5