At the Hôtel des Bains, you can experience and see a real slice of local gastronomic history. For three generations, since 1969, the Perino family has been serving up good food, good company and good wines on the shores of Lake Paladru.
Enjoy traditional cuisine on the terrace or take in the charming atmosphere of an old-fashioned brasserie indoors. You’re guaranteed an authentic experience!
Delicious food and warm hospitality, deeply rooted family values
The establishment is now a hotel in name only. When Éliane Perino took over the café in 1969, she was still welcoming guests to the gîte.
Today, in this historic building dating from 1872, the only thing on the menu is exceptional cuisine… and what a cuisine it is! Gastronomy has been brought to the table. By championing the finest local produce, and organic wherever possible, the cuisine reaches exceptional levels of excellence.
Every year, no fewer than 65,000 lucky diners enjoy the experience, and 80% of them become loyal regulars. According to Pascal, the son, for the restaurant to remain truly welcoming, it must stay open 365 days a year. However, this doesn’t come at the expense of the family atmosphere. As guardians of the family tradition, the three chefs behind the stoves all began their culinary journey under the watchful eye of Madame Perino.
The menu evolves with the seasons, changing four times a year to reflect the natural rhythm of local produce. Michelin-starred chef Jérôme Faure, the culinary godfather of the team, has endorsed the bistronomic spirit that defines their creations. This collaboration brings the story full circle: it was the Hôtel des Bains that offered him his first role as chef a few years ago.
The great flavours of a Parisian brasserie in the countryside
It’s so charming to sit under the century-old plane trees, their shade softly lit by the glow of guinguette garlands crisscrossing the sky above the expansive terrace. Whether with family, friends or a loved one, every occasion deserves to be celebrated with a meal here: people come here to slow down and take their time.
All around us, on the other hand, everything else moves quickly. The brigade of waiters glides around with cheerful efficiency.
The hardest part is still to come: holding the menu in your hands, it’s tough to decide which dish to choose! Will it be a glistening bone marrow encrusted with salt or a tempura of perch fillets with tartar sauce? One thing’s for sure: dessert will definitely be the pavlova!
And to complete the picture? You can lose yourself in the 1,500 wines listed. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur, a curious gourmet, a traditionalist or a biodynamic enthusiast, there’s a wine to suit every taste. And if you’re in any doubt, a competent sommelier is always on hand to advise you.
Martin Perino, the third generation of the family, is one such expert. Generous and passionate, he knows a lot about his bottles, and about the craftsmen who created them and the expertise that goes into making them. Thanks to the collective knowledge of all these people, the cellar has won numerous awards in recent years, consolidating its reputation. He enthusiastically takes the order, and we trust him to guide us. An absolutely captivating experience.
On the shores of Lake Paladru, respect for nature is par for the course. The lush green forests stand alongside the turquoise-blue waters of the lake. In this peaceful setting, relax and forget about everyday life for the weekend.
