From the owner: "EmmaGine Le Bout du Monde Restaurant Botanique - Bar…read moreLounge - Tapas - Evénementiel Jardin de Plantes aromatiques. "EmmaGine Le Bout du Monde" est un restaurant botanique entouré d'un jardin de plantes aromatiques et de fleurs comestibles. Ce "Théâtre des Plantes" est utilisé pour la cuisine de l'établissement. Promenez-vous dans le jardin au milieu de plus de 200 variétés de plantes aromatiques d'hier et d'aujourd'hui. Des visites commentées du jardin sont réalisées avec le jardinier, Benoist Ripault, qui vous transmettra ses connaissances des plantes. Rejoignez-nous au sein d'ateliers autour du jardin et de la cuisine pour un moment d'échange et de convivialité. Nous élaborons des menus sur mesure pour des réceptions ou séminaires.

We made a reservation for a large group (11 people including 3 pre-teens). The team worked to…read moreaccommodate some uncertainties around the date for our lunch (COVID pandemic!) which was great. Only for COVID time: The staff is extremely well-trained and invites you to sanitize your hands as you walk-in. Sanitizing stations are across different locations in the restaurant. All staff was wearing masks and guests were wearing masks when not at the table (going to restrooms or going out). We also have our meals outdoor on the terrasse which was even more re-assuring and the view of the Cher was beautiful. The Restaurant: The building offers everything you can think of for the Loire Valley. Ardoise roof, beautiful stones walls, troglodyte caves, etc... The menus: Having different options based on season availabilities or what the Chef is in the mood for is awesome. So many options... The wines: A great selection of Loire Valley wines and suggesting pairing in a beautiful way to please the most difficult palates. We had a Chinon on the recommendation of our waiter and it was perfect for such a large table with many dishes. The food: now this is the experience. From the presentation to the texture to the taste, everything brought me back to my childhood memories (I grew up there until I was 7 and came back later for few years). The mushrooms, the vegetables, the cheese, everything that was put on our table was impeccable and only tempting to figure out how to get a taste of everything. Always well-balanced, the full menu allowed us to feel satisfied, yet not like we did any excesses. The staff: Impeccable attention to everyone even in difficult conditions around the pandemic, perfect delivery of all dishes at our table in a timely manner, not rushing us, not pushing us, patiently advising us and best of all, having a lovely conversation with Chef Frederic Arnault for a trip down memory lane. This restaurant made the top 5 list of recommendations from 2 French Master Chefs. They know their craft and I trusted them. They were absolutely right. Make the stop, enjoy the view of the Cher while having a great experience tourangelle.

I love this little treasure situated on the banks of The Cher. While the exterior river views are…read morevery pretty its chef Frederci Arnault's cuisine that you'll be admiring. The chef, Frederci's, has a small but enticing menu that perfects french dishes such as 'tournedos' and 'poitrine de pigeonneau'. Each season the 'carte' reflects the best quality produce of the Touraine. Desserts are equally magnificent, if not the highlight. In winter there's the ambiance of an open fireplace while the warmer months allow for dining 'sur la terrasse'. All this at more than reasonable prices: (25 for two courses or 35 euros for three), now that leaves room for an excellent bottle of local wine recommend by their Sommelier. Just don't tell anyone about this restaurant: there's already a 2-week waiting list so book ahead for a memorable french meal. Closed Wednesday, Saturday lunch and Sunday evening. See their website for booking details - also in English http://www.lamaisontourangelle.com or http://www.myweekin.net

I had the hot Camembert with baked potatoes and local pork ribs (the ribs are not traditional ribs…read more- they are like slices of ham with some fat and some cartilage in them). The Camembert was fantastic. I dipped chunks of my baked potato in it, then the complementary bread, and finally finished it off with the spoon. My wife had the sausage special, also with baked potato is green salad. She found the food ok - not awesome, but certainly not unpleasant.

Very helpful staff. We picked up a delicious terrine and got some good tips for exploring wines in…read morethe region.

The setting is lovely set in a garden area surrounded by mature green trees and climbing roses on…read morethe ancient stone wall (May 2026). The service was efficient. They kindly brought us an English version menu. And the food was delicious. The local beer was cold, refreshing on a hot day. We had the plat du jour (roast chicken with mustard sauce) and a green salad from local garden. I could have used more acid/vinegar in my dressing but otherwise the meal was tasty. It was close and convenient to the gardens, and would recommend if you're visiting Chateau Villandry, easy and delicious.

A charming little cafe just outside the entrance of Chateau Villandry, about 25 minutes west of…read moreTours, France. Villandry is an absolutely beautiful chateau, and it's also a tad outside of town, so depending on where you're coming from, you may be hopeful for a place to grab a bite to eat. If that's the case, then this restaurant is a fantastic choice! The seating is entirely outside, though there are some seats under cover of a tent structure. Service is very friendly, especially if you can speak (or even attempt to speak) French (this is France, after all, and all locals anywhere appreciate the effort). The menu itself is loaded with fresh options, some of which heavier than others, but certainly plenty of light options as well, which is great before or after exploring the chateau. For our meals, we had the quiche lorraine and la confluence, which was basically a large slice of toast with duck and tomato spread. The quiche was rich and perfectly cooked, with a tender crust. The toast dish was absolutely fantastic! The salad was fresh, with a simple dressing, and the toast itself was layered with shredded duck, followed by a couple little pucks of goat cheese, and topped with a fantastic and fresh tomato chutney. Absolutely fantastic! "Fancy toast" is becoming more and more common, and i'm definitely here for it! Finished off with a cappuccino, which was served with a cocoa dusting and a small piece of dark chocolate in the shape of a flower petal, a nice touch! So if you find yourself near Villandry and want a bite to eat, especially for something light, give this place a shot! We weren't sure what to expect, but we were glad we stopped in!

From the owner: Ce Restaurant Gourmand est synonyme de cuisine exigeante. Jadis bistrot de village et rendez-vous…read mored'amis, le XII de Luynes a créé une Cuisine Gourmande aux milles saveurs authentiques maintenant reconnue par les Guides et le bouche à oreille des plus exigeants.