Le Saint Cerf

Le Saint Cerf is a contemporary bistro in Besançon selected by the MICHELIN Guide for its modern cuisine. The restaurant champions a locavore approach, working only with seasonal products from regional partners and favouring organic vegetables and wild herbs. The kitchen practices sustainable measures: compost is collected weekly by a young creator of an organic market‑gardening enterprise, and micro‑filtered water is served at every table; the house positions itself as a reliable representative of Besançon’s culinary renewal while maintaining a clear commitment to seasonality and local sourcing. The dining room offers a pleasant setting and an approachable, modern vibe. The space is agreeable and unpretentious. The cuisine is skilful and tasteful, prepared with control and without ostentation. Specialties include seasonal locavore dishes, Asian‑influenced plates, vegetarian options, French seafood sourced from French fisheries (pêche française) and Black Angus and Hereford beef.