Bitropot - Montségur

The food was exceptional, We ate in the Courtyard (our only choice) and enjoyed the rustic surroundings.

We'd passed this restaurant early in the week and heard the sound of live piano coming from the windows (owner's husband). We returned a couple of days later for lunch and ordered the large plat - quiche, dried sausage (merguez, I think), couscous, salad, olives, delicious cheeses and bread. It was effectively a huge and very superior ploughman's. The lady owner/manager was very friendly and helpful, the service very good and the food spot-on.

We stopped off in Montsegur village after climbing up to the castle. We wandered around the charming streets and discovered this quaint little cafe. We had a coffee and a hot chocolate. The owner was friendly and chatted. There was a lovely old English sheepdog snoozing in the corner. A great find.

This place provided the evening meals part of our demi-pension deal in our Cathar Way walk. It's in an old building which has been very tastefully renovated. Agnes, the owner/chef(?)/waitress is a real character, very efficient and good company. The food and service are superb - a credit to all concerned. So, if you are in the region, eat here - you won't be disappointed Strongly recommended.

We happened upon this place when we visited Montsegur one lunchtime. We didn't like the look of the other restaurants in the village but this colourful little cafe had a friendly and welcoming vibe and seemed very reasonably priced. We went for a small veggie plate and a large plate including cheese and meat. There was a bit of a wait (which the waitress had explained to us - it seemed she was the only person working there) but we happily sat in the sunshine and enjoyed the delicious smells coming from the kitchen. When the food arrived it was fresh and delicious. Even my small plate was not small at all and very filling. It was a bargain - our bill for lunch came to €22 including drinks, making it the excellent value. If I return to Montsegur, I'll definitely incorporate a trip to Le Bitropot.