L'Épicurien

A Swedish chef running a modern French bistro on Albi's main square sounds like the setup to a joke, but the pale wood interior and clean lines make the heritage feel obvious. The kitchen takes French classics and nudges them somewhere lighter, with generous plating that never tips into excess. The Michelin Guide awarded it a Bib Gourmand, and the wine list is sharp enough to make the choice difficult in a good way.