"Montpellier's haute-cuisine homecoming — the Pourcel twins plate refined Languedoc tasting menus under frescoed ceilings, a one-star room for a milestone night."
About Jardin des Sens
Jardin des Sens occupies the 17th-century Hotel Richer de Belleval on Place de la Canourgue, in the historic heart of Montpellier. It is the celebrated return of twin chefs Jacques and Laurent Pourcel, who closed their original Jardin des Sens before reopening here — a Relais & Châteaux address that won back a Michelin star in the years after reopening. Diners eat beneath head-spinning ceiling frescoes or out on the courtyard patio, where every detail is finessed.
For Montpellier's other notable tables, compare the modern Anga, the inventive Reflet d'Obione and the bistro Pastis. Jardin des Sens belongs to the city's French and fine-dining scene.
The Kitchen
The kitchen offers the Pourcel signature in a new form: tasting menus of ten courses (around €190) or fifteen (around €240), with a set lunch around €75. The cooking is refined Gallic technique stamped with the twins' creative mark and rooted in the Languedoc — finetuned classics, precise saucing and produce-led plates. A wine-tasting flight with apéritif and four glasses runs around €60. Reservations are essential; the restaurant serves lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday.
The Room
The room is the other half of the experience. The dining salons of the Hotel Richer de Belleval are crowned by restored ceiling frescoes, while the interior courtyard patio offers a quieter, open-air alternative in warm months. It is hushed, polished and built for occasions, with service to match. Book well ahead, particularly at weekends and during the city's festival season.
Best for an Anniversary
Frescoed salons, a one-star kitchen and unhurried service make Jardin des Sens a natural table for an anniversary or a proposal in Montpellier. The polish and the long tasting menus also suit a dinner to impress clients.
Not for
Not for a quick, casual bite or a tight budget — Jardin des Sens is a long, formal, one-star tasting-menu experience at top-of-market prices.
Frequently Asked
What is Jardin des Sens in Montpellier known for?
It is the Michelin-starred return of twin chefs Jacques and Laurent Pourcel, set in the 17th-century Hotel Richer de Belleval on Place de la Canourgue, known for refined Languedoc tasting menus served beneath restored ceiling frescoes.
How many Michelin stars does Jardin des Sens have?
One Michelin star, won back in the years after the Pourcel twins reopened the restaurant in the Hotel Richer de Belleval.
How much do the menus cost?
The tasting menus run around €190 for ten courses and €240 for fifteen, with a set lunch around €75 and a four-glass wine flight around €60 — a top-of-market spend.
Where is Jardin des Sens located?
Inside the Hotel Richer de Belleval on Place de la Canourgue, in the historic centre of Montpellier.
Who are the chefs behind Jardin des Sens?
Twin brothers Jacques and Laurent Pourcel, the Montpellier chefs who built the original Jardin des Sens and returned to haute cuisine in the city with this address.
Do I need a reservation?
Yes — it is a small, sought-after one-star room serving lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday, so booking well ahead is essential, especially at weekends.
Reserve a Table
Reserve at Jardin des Sens
Book well ahead; lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday.
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Practical Information
AddressHotel Richer de Belleval, Place de la Canourgue, Montpellier
NeighbourhoodPlace de la Canourgue, historic centre
CuisineFrench / Fine Dining
PriceMenus ~€190 (10 crse) / ~€240 (15 crse); lunch ~€75
Dress CodeSmart / elegant
SeatingFrescoed salons and courtyard patio
ReservationEssential
