Name: L’Univerre • Restaurant & Cave
Address: L'Univerre, 40, Rue Lecocq, Bordeaux, Port de la Lune, Saint-Augustin - Tauzin - Alphonse Dupeux, Bordeaux, Gironde, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France métropolitaine, 33000, France, Bordeaux, france

Question 1

Is it worth going out of your way for?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you are a wine enthusiast looking for a deep, accessible list in Bordeaux that goes beyond the obvious châteaux. The 1,300-reference cellar is the compelling reason to visit, paired with a solid bistro menu.

Question 2

Who is it for?

Accepted Answer

It’s for diners who come to drink deliberately—inquisitive wine lovers, small groups wanting to sample several bottles, and anyone who values a restaurant where the cellar is the central attraction.

Question 3

What should you order?

Accepted Answer

Focus on cellar-friendly, shareable plates like the os à moelle (bone marrow), côte de boeuf, or chiperons à la crème d'étrilles. Use the extensive wine list to explore mid-priced bottles from smaller producers.

Question 4

How do you get a table?

Accepted Answer

Book via Zenchef. It's open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday; closed Saturday and Sunday.

Question 5

Anything to know before you go?

Accepted Answer

The wine list is 62 pages long—come ready to explore. You can also purchase bottles from their on-site shop specializing in organic and biodynamic selections.