La Safraniere - Mende

La Safraniere is simply one of the best places that we visit anywhere. To find such high quality in such a remote part of France is fortunate indeed. There are only six tables but that ensures the food is outstanding and imaginative. Service is discreet and professional, the setting gorgeous. This is a restaurant for a real treat and we can't wait to return once more.

Going to La Safraniere has become our ritual when we visit Mende, which we do yearly. The restaurant is quaint, only 5 or 6 tables. The menu changes often enough that you are never bored and the dishes are prepared to perfection with fresh, local products. the wine list is impressive without being frightening. It is a husband and wife business run with care and attention. Make a reservation, it is best, you will not regret it.

A really excellent restaurant and the best one you can find. If you want to taste very fine cuisine from south west of france, do not hesitate a second. Always a pleasure to come there. The restaurant is a beautiful old house of Lozere in a calm and remote area close to mende. The Chef is very kind and he is always helpful for choosing dishes or even to amend one if you need (allergy, etc). Do mot hesitate to go there, you will love it !

I went there without a reservation at 14pm and they did not want to seve me although they had 60 percent of empty tables

We have visited La Safraniere three times now. Every time we have been impressed with the food which is divine. There is enough choice but not too much. You know instantly which dishes have your name on them. The involvement of the owner who takes your order is just right informative and helpful but discreet. The choice of wines plus advice is excellent.