Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger
Capitole / Arnaud Bernard / Carmes, Toulouse
Bar in Toulouse, France
Book with PearlWhy go
Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger on Rue Labeda is Toulouse's casual pétanque bar and burger spot; best suited to groups who want a low-formality evening without a reservation. Walk-ins appear to be the norm, so aim for a weekday early evening to avoid a wait. If a proper wine-by-the-glass list matters, look elsewhere in the city.
About Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger
Quick Verdict
Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger sits at 4-5 Rue Labeda in Toulouse; a dual-identity venue combining what appears to be a pétanque bar social space with an American-style burger offer. Pricing data isn't confirmed in our records, but the Five oz Burger format positions this squarely in the casual, affordable end of Toulouse's bar-dining scene. If you've been once and enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, coming back for an early evening slot on a weekday is the move; it's a format that works better before the weekend crowd fills it.
The Space
The address puts this in central Toulouse, the Les Boulistes name signals a pétanque or boules-oriented layout, think open social space rather than intimate restaurant seating. That matters for how you use it. This is not a venue for a quiet dinner with conversation-heavy company; it's built for groups, background noise, a low-formality night out. If you're returning after a first visit and want to make the most of the space, arrive before 7 PM to get your pick of seating before it fills.
The Drinks Angle
With no confirmed wine-by-the-glass program in our data, we can't compare the drinks list to Toulouse wine bar peers like 5 Wine Bar or Coté vin. If a curated by-the-glass selection matters to you, those venues are the safer call. Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger looks more likely to suit you if beer or casual drinks alongside food is the priority rather than a focused wine program.
Booking and Timing
No reservation system is confirmed in our records, which typically means walk-in only, easy enough mid-week, more unpredictable on Friday and Saturday evenings. Leading timing is a Tuesday to Thursday early evening visit: you'll get the atmosphere without the wait. For Toulouse's busiest nights, have a backup option ready, Chez Rosa or Café La Fiancée are both bookable and closer to the Capitole area.
Practical Details
| Detail | Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger | 5 Wine Bar | Coté vin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booking | Walk-in (likely) | Bookable | Bookable |
| Format | Casual bar-dining | Wine bar | Wine bar |
| Wine program | Not confirmed | Yes | Yes |
| Group-friendly | Yes | Moderate | Moderate |
| Price tier | Budget-casual | Mid-range | Mid-range |
For more options in the city, see our full Toulouse bars guide, our full Toulouse restaurants guide, and our full Toulouse hotels guide. If you're exploring the wider southwest France bar scene, Papa Doble in Montpellier is worth the comparison. For something further afield, Bar Nouveau in Paris and Bar Leather Apron in Honolulu show what a serious cocktail program looks like at either end of the formality spectrum. Also worth browsing: our full Toulouse wineries guide and our full Toulouse experiences guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 4-5 Rue Labeda, 31000 Toulouse, France
- Phone
- +33 9 72 97 77 18
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger reads like a neighbourhood institution rather than a single-purpose bar or restaurant. It pairs the unhurried ritual of pétanque with a smash-burger counter in a way that feels effortless and familiar to local regulars. Outdoor tables encourage lingering, and the place cultivates low-stakes conversation that reinforces community more than transient clientele. The dual identity is unpretentious: a casual, relaxed spot where the game and the food overlap, producing a warm, approachable atmosphere that rewards return visits rather than one-off reservations.
Best For
This address works best for informal evening gatherings where food and socialising share equal billing. The Five oz Burger side is described as substantial enough to anchor an evening, while the pétanque rhythm invites groups to stay and chat long after the first drink. It suits neighbourhood crowds, small groups of friends, and anyone who values lingering outdoors in a convivial, conversational setting. Expect an unforced, communal vibe rather than a formal dining experience — ideal for casual hangouts and relaxed group evenings.
Ordering Tips
Keep the format in mind: the burger side operates as a smash-burger offering meant to sit comfortably alongside the bar’s social life. The review notes that the five-ounce spec is deliberate — large enough to be satisfying but light enough not to dominate an evening of drinks and game-playing — so ordering a single burger per person fits the place’s communal rhythm. Time your visit for pétanque hours if you want the full neighbourhood feel: afternoons into early evenings foster the lingering, low-stakes socialising the venue is built around.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
Planning details
Location
4-5 Rue Labeda, 31000 Toulouse, France · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- 5 Wine Bar; Notable alternative
- Chez Rosa; Notable alternative
- Café La Fiancée | Brunch Toulouse Capitole; Notable alternative
- Coté vin; Notable alternative
- Le Sylène; Notable alternative
Bar context
Compared to Toulouse's more focused wine bar options, Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger occupies a different lane entirely. 5 Wine Bar and Coté vin both offer curated by-the-glass selections that make them the clear choice if wine is the point of your evening. Les Boulistes is a better fit if you want food alongside drinks in a social, group-oriented setting without the expectation of a considered wine list.
Chez Rosa and Café La Fiancée both lean more bookable and structured, which makes them safer bets if you're planning ahead or visiting on a Friday or Saturday. Les Boulistes suits spontaneous plans mid-week rather than a locked-in reservation on a busy night. Le Sylène skews more atmospheric and evening-focused, making it the call if ambiance matters more than a casual burger format.
Bottom line: if your group wants wine-led drinking with table service and a more polished experience, go to 5 Wine Bar or Coté vin. If you want low-commitment, walk-in casual dining with a social-space energy, Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger is the easier, cheaper evening out.
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| Venue | Awards |
|---|---|
| Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger | No published awards |
| 5 Wine Bar | No published awards |
| Chez Rosa | No published awards |
| Café La Fiancée | Brunch Toulouse Capitole | No published awards |
| Coté vin | No published awards |
| Le Sylène | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger have outdoor seating?
No outdoor seating is confirmed in our records for the Rue Labeda address. The Les Boulistes concept suggests a social, open-plan interior oriented around pétanque or boules rather than a terrace setup. If outdoor space is a priority for your visit, Toulouse's Place du Capitole area has several café-bar options with confirmed terraces a short walk away.
Where is Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger located?
Les Boulistes/Five oz Burger is located in Toulouse, at 4-5 Rue Labeda, 31000 Toulouse, France.
