gem - Bordeaux

This is a real hiden GemSmall, with a few tables, better to make a reservationFood is deliciously good: steak, scallops and 3 side dish.

A really disappointing meal. Greasy fish, vegetables. The only good thing was the wine options and the potato side dish.

One of the best low key, good food restaurants in Bordeaux.

Saturday night in Bordeaux, our first night. We knew the area we wanted to go, but didn't imagine that everything would be booked up. We'll know for the next time. After trying 6/7 places, we stumbled upon Le Gem, which was nicely busy, but had room.We had a wonderful meal, with great service, at a reasonable fixed price.A feature is that you pick your own wine fro the rack, with expert assistance. And we chose a cracker!After two meals elsewhere, we went back for our last night and it was even better.Wonderful ice cream

I visited Gem on a Friday evening and had a great time. I ordered goat cheese wrapped in bacon for my starter - it was served on green salad and tomatoes and was delicious. For main, I had lamb shanks which were perfectly done and served with vegetables, potato mash and chips. I finished my meal with sorbet and ice cream. The whole meal was 25 euros which is not bad considering the location. The restaurant itself is tiny, and the atmosphere was a bit cold at first, but it soon got much merrier when it got a bit busier. The waiter was helpful and spoke English which made it easier for us. They also have a good wine menu which is another plus. Overall, I can definitely recommend!