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!
