L'Oustal, Basque restaurant in Villeneuve-sur-Lot, France.
L'Oustal is a Basque restaurant in Villeneuve-sur-Lot serving dishes rooted in regional cooking traditions. The kitchen focuses on three fish preparations—smoked, gravlax, and tartare—alongside local duck specialties prepared with care.
Caroline and Lionel Ozanne opened this place in 1998, bringing together decades of cooking knowledge and a shared passion for regional traditions. Their goal was to build a kitchen rooted in Basque methods rather than chasing trends.
The name comes from an old Basque word meaning house and home, reflecting the region's traditions. Diners encounter regional ingredients like homemade Jambon de Pays and Pimientos del Piquillo stuffed with cod throughout the menu, showing how local food connects to the place's identity.
The restaurant opens Monday through Saturday, though Tuesday evenings and Wednesdays are closed and there are seasonal breaks to note. Calling ahead makes sense, especially if you are planning a visit in September, November, or December.
The place offers a tasting menu that changes regularly based on what trusted producers bring to market that day. Visitors often discover unexpected pairings that reveal how the kitchen responds to seasonal shifts and local availability.
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