La Gare de la Magdelaine Bistro and open-air café in La Magdelaine-sur-Tarn

Gare de la Magdelaine, an unusual restaurant open all year round near the Tarn

You'll quickly be captivated by the charm of the Gare de la Magdelaine restaurant, located, of course, in the town's former train station. Situated half an hour from Montauban, in Magdelaine-sur-Tarn, the establishment offers a delightful blend of history and conviviality. Experience a pure moment of pleasure and culinary delight.

Gare de la Magdelaine, a traditional restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious meal in Haute-Garonne

The experience of disconnecting is immediate when you step through the door of this former train station, which retains all the charm of its 1885 construction . Exposed stone and brick, a wood-paneled interior, and antique furnishings—the decor instantly transports you back in time. The cuisine awakens your taste buds with carefully prepared traditional dishes. The daily lunch menu is offered as a starter/main course, main course/dessert, or starter/main course/dessert, while in the evening, an à la carte menu is available. With fresh, local, and seasonal produce, you'll love ordering any time of year.

Gare de la Magdelaine, a restaurant that transforms into a festive open-air café in the summer near the Tarn

Leave your spot by the fire; the warmer weather means the terrace is open for enjoying beautiful days outdoors. The tables facing the garden are perfect for relaxing with a drink, listening to the frogs croaking in the carp pond. It's aperitif time ! Order some baby squid, chicken tenders, onion rings, mini smoked trout burgers, or other tapas to share ! In summer, the guinguette is a hub of good cheer, delicious food, and lively evenings you won't want to miss (concerts, craft beer tastings, Spanish themes, and more). Have an event to celebrate? Reserve the entire space for your event. Birthdays, baptisms, seminars, or after-work drinks with friends—anything is possible at La Gare de la Magdelaine.

The added bonus ? The establishment remains open all day Saturday and Sunday in the summer. You can enjoy the 3 pétanque courts, ping-pong tables and bouncy castles for children.