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Le Point Rouge

Bordeaux, France

Sophisticated cocktail bar and restaurant hidden in a wing of the Château Descas in Sainte-Croix, created by cocktail historian Fernando Castellon. Around 100 recipes trace the history of mixology from the 1800s to today - from the Corpse Reviver No.2 to house signatures with homemade syrups, served over hand-cut ice - beside a gastronomic restaurant led by chef Christophe Girardot. Vaulted stone, beams and leather sofas. Ranked #56 at the French Bar Awards 2026.

1 quai de Paludate, 33800 Bordeaux, France · $$$

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