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Restos XXL Toulouse started as a shared notebook between three friends who kept arguing about where to eat after work. That argument turned into a habit, and the habit turned into this independent guide. We are not a booking service and we do not take money from the kitchens we write about. We visit every bistro, street stall, and dessert counter as regular customers, pay our own bills, and write down what actually happened. The result is a running record of the Toulouse dining scene, from the cassoulet pots near Capitole to the late-night falafel stands in Saint-Cyprien. This page explains who we are, how we choose what to cover, and why you can trust a recommendation that comes with a full address and a real price tag.
We stopped by a small bistro on Rue du Languedoc where the confit arrives with crispy skin and a side of garlicky potatoes. The owner told us the recipe has been in her family for three generations.
After a late show, we followed the smell of grilled merguez to a stall near Place du Capitole. The sandwich came with harissa, caramelized onions, and a soft baguette that held everything together.
A pastry shop across the river makes violet macarons with fresh petals from a local grower. The floral note is subtle, not syrupy, and the shell stays crisp until the last bite.
We compared three versions of cassoulet in one afternoon. The winner used Tarbais beans, duck confit, and a breadcrumb crust that cracked like glass. Full notes are on the blog.
We walked the covered market with a local chef who pointed out the best stalls for fresh foie gras, seasonal mushrooms, and the violet syrup used in many desserts around town.
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