Le Clos des Deux Frères (Compiègne)

Le Clos des Deux Frères is a traditional French restaurant at 8 Rue du Palais in Compiègne, in the Oise department of the Hauts-de-France region of northern France. It sits near the Château de Compiègne, the former royal and imperial residence, and the surrounding old town. Compiègne is also known for the Armistice Clearing in the nearby forest.

The cooking is classic French regional cuisine. The foie gras poêlé, pan-seared foie gras, is a rich opening dish, and the entrecôte sauce béarnaise, a grilled rib steak with a tarragon-flavoured butter sauce, is the traditional main course. The soufflé au chocolat is the signature dessert and is typically ordered at the start of the meal because it takes time to prepare. Mains cost roughly €16 to €26, which is moderate for a classic French table.

The dining room is traditional and comfortable, with attentive service and a moderate noise level. Dress is smart-casual, and the venue suits couples, families and visitors finishing a château tour. The wine list follows classic French lines, with Bordeaux, Burgundy and Loire bottles that match the steak and foie gras.

Service is Tuesday to Saturday, with lunch from 12:00 to 14:00 and dinner from 19:00 to 21:30. The restaurant is closed Sunday and Monday. Reservations are recommended, especially for weekend dinner and during the summer, when visitors to the château fill local restaurants. Ordering the soufflé at the start of the meal avoids a long wait at dessert. Lunch is the best value for visitors with limited time.