All TGVs (except a few very short-distance ones such as Lille-Paris) have a café-bar serving hot & cold drinks, sandwiches, a few hot dishes such as quiche or lasagne, small bottles of wine & spirits - see sample menu. The café-bar is located in the centre of the train between the 1st & 2nd class.

Yes, you can definitely find a variety of food options on French trains, particularly on the high-speed TGV INOUI and Intercités lines. The centerpiece of French rail dining is the "Le Bar" carriage, which serves as a contemporary bistro offering everything from hot meals like croque-monsieur and quiche to organic salads, pastries, and artisanal coffees. In 2026, SNCF has partnered with renowned chefs to provide a more "gastronomic" experience even in standard class. Passengers in Business Première often receive a complimentary meal served directly at their seat on select routes. For those on a budget, the low-cost OUIGO trains do not have a bar car, so you must bring your own food and drink. You are also legally permitted to bring your own snacks and alcoholic beverages (in moderation) onto all French trains, which many locals do by visiting a "Boulangerie" at the station before boarding to enjoy a fresh baguette sandwich while watching the countryside fly by at 300 km/h.