Le Jardin des Lys A unique restaurant with breathtaking views of the Vère Valley

Opening hours

Open

  • Monday 12:00 am - 10:30 pm
  • Tuesday 09:00 am - 05:00 pm
  • Wednesday 07:00 pm - 11:00 pm
  • Thursday 12:00 am - 10:30 pm
  • Friday 12:00 am - 10:30 pm
  • Saturday 12:00 am - 10:30 pm
  • Sunday 12:00 am - 03:00 pm 07:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Closes at 05:00 pm

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Useful information

Location : In the countryside

Province : Tarn - La corne d'abondance du Tarn

Tariffs : 30€ to 40€

Services

  • Cash
  • Credit card accepted
  • Groups
  • Open all year round
  • Terrace
  • English
    • Le Jardin des Lys, a restaurant with a panoramic terrace in Puycelsi

      Nestled in the Tarn region, less than 30 minutes from Gaillac, Puycelsi is one of the most beautiful villages in France, guaranteed to leave a lasting impression. With its stone, timber-framed, and brick houses, this little medieval gem boasts a unique restaurant with breathtaking views over the Vère Valley: Le Jardin des Lys. Enhance your visit to Puycelsi with a delightful culinary experience in this exceptional setting – you'll love it.

      Booking is recommended, especially during peak season.

      Local and homemade cuisine

      The experience is well worth the climb, as you must ascend to the top of this charming hilltop village in the Tarn region to reach Le Jardin des Lys. Upon arrival, an attentive team will give you a warm welcome before showing you to your table and presenting you with the menu. Meat, fish, salad… The dishes on offer are delicious, prepared with fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. From appetizer to dessert, everything is homemade at Le Jardin des Lys, which showcases the region's culinary treasures through carefully crafted traditional recipes. Take a moment to admire the beautiful presentation of the dishes before digging into a flavorful Tarn meal, accompanied by a glass of local wine.

      The chef also draws inspiration from his travels to add some African notes to his recipes.

      A sublime view over the valley

      Before you're even impressed by the cuisine, you'll be captivated by the setting surrounding Le Jardin des Lys in the heart of the village of Puycelsi. Magnificent, seemingly suspended above the countryside, the restaurant's flower-filled terrace is a prime spot for admiring the Vère Valley and the Grésigne Forest, a breathtaking landscape whose colors change with the seasons. At lunchtime, Le Jardin des Lys showcases the beauty of the Tarn countryside, while the end of the day offers a memorable spectacle at sunset. Whether as a couple, with family, or with friends, enjoy an exceptional experience that will delight all your senses in Puycelsi.

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Traveller Reviews Le Jardin des Lys

4.6 sur 5 704 reviews

  • Laury Aurèle

    1 sur 5 Reviews posted by Laury Aurèle on 24/03/2026

    We were very disappointed by our experience at this restaurant, even though we had enjoyed our visit several times before. The set menu, previously offered at €32, wasn't available this Sunday, so we had to order à la carte, for a total of over €45 per person. Unfortunately, the portions didn't justify the prices, and the quality seemed to have declined. We question this price increase, which is difficult to justify given our experience. The service was also disappointing: a rather cold welcome from a waitress who was unfriendly and disorganized. Wine wasn't served at the table, and cutlery was left out… overall, the service was very mediocre. We had come to celebrate a birthday and wanted to have a good time, but unfortunately, that wasn't the case. We don't plan to return. However, we would like to point out that the owner, on the other hand, was very friendly and gave us a warm welcome.

  • Raphael Koza

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Raphael Koza on 23/03/2026

    Delicious, authentic food served by friendly hosts. The view of the valley is also beautiful, especially in the evening.

  • la rainette

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by la rainette on 09/03/2026

    A lovely place for a good meal. Remember to book ahead. Even out of season.

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Le Jardin des Lys

Address

6 rue des Consuls
81140 Puycelsi

GPS coordinates

43° 59'34.72"N, 1° 42'33.22"E

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