Let me start by saying that the restaurant is in a nice place and they serve vegetarian options…read more Which is why we came in. However, we didn't stay as it was fairly impossible to get a vegetarian lactose free meal. So no options for me. I still gave them 4 stars because it's not easy to find a restaurant that serves vegetarian options in the French countryside. The lady who received us wasn't very forthcoming, and at lunchtime the restaurant was almost empty but we were early.

Great food, atmosphere and service. We were a group of 4 and had great starters, main courses and…read morewine. It's all in a beautiful setting in Fontevraud. Looking forward to visiting in the late spring to enjoy dining in the courtyard.

We had a wonderful dinner here--we both chose vegetarian meals--a coquette of vegetables in a…read morecheese sauce and the veggie burger. We had the pan perdu for dessert--magnifique! Service was great--our server spoke French to my husband and English to me. May come back for the steaks--they looked great!

A friendly multilingual staff will make you comfortable…read more She had a typical French-style sandwich; it was very good but not remarkable, as there are many places that can say the same. I had, for fun, a bowl of chili and a bacon cheeseburger. The chili was Texas-style (no beans) and was very good; it as, indeed, better than much of the chili I had the two years I lived in Texas -- which alas isn't as high praise as it might be. The bacon cheeseburger would benefit from crispy American-style bacon, I think, but the French cheese was an improvement on the usual. The fries were well above average. Georgie, the pub pup, was also friendly and will be happy to collect any voluntary 'lunch tax' he might be offered -- more than is good for him, likely. The bar was well stocked, though the responsibility of driving kept me to a single beer. And then there's the view. We were determined on arrival (we hadn't noticed the name) to sit inside and relax after driving several hours with several more to go, but that view is not to be missed -- especially sitting in the shade on a sunny summer day.

If you go here only to sit and see the view your stomach will be full of it's beauty. We both had…read moredelicious hamburgers, (his with a French cheese) and then an order of fries. All of the trimmings were so fresh, like they pulled the cucumbers from their own garden! It might as well been a steak dinner with a violinist playing, because this place is magical everywhere. A must go for your bucket list! Loved it!

The food was amazing the steak was cooked to perfection. There was free bread, it was the best food…read moreever. And free wifi.

If you are planning a trip to the Loire Valley, please add a stop to Saumur and Bistro Les Tontons…read more To speak plainly, it was one of the highlights of our three week holiday. Gérald and Sarah-Jane are excellent proprietors, well versed in the region and just fantastic individuals to spend time with. Their focus on quality, attention to detail and love of living translate through to Bistrot Les Tontons (in the food, service, tours, and events). Romain (head chef) prepared a solid beef tartare with potato au gratin and fresh green salad. Dessert included the best caramel sauce in 30 years of dining experience. Pros + Excellent execution with friendly and helpful staff + Solid wine selection + Caramel sauce during dessert (the best in 30 years of dining) Cons + I have to fly 14 hours to return I cannot wait to return one day. Major additional points to Gérald's suggestion of Fontevraud Abbey after lunch.

We've been in France for five days now and this has been the best meal yet. Everything was perfect…read morewith locally sourced food. Must try!

After our first visit, we had to return for a second seating. We were welcomed with open arms and…read moreremembered by the owners. The second night we returned we were pleasantly surprised that all English speaking customers had made reservations. The owner/waiter stated he was worried his English may not be good enough, but every table was pleased with him. A lentil purée amuse buche followed by beets cooked in many ways with bacon was mind blowing. The braised pork cheeks with carrot purée and calvados broth made us want to pack the restaurant in our suit case and bring them back home! That was followed by a creme brûlée with lychee fruits and a whipped creme that delighted the taste buds. Top that with a bottle of wine paired for the three course meal by the owner. And all of it cost us €77..... Can't beat that. After our second meal there we realized this was in fact the best food we have had in all of France and made a third reservation! The place is always busy, so the small husband and wife staff are very busy, however attentive to your needs. Traditional to French cuisine they make conversation with you when you order and bring the food, however being as cozy as it is, if you need something they are right there to serve you. This place is such a special niche it is very important to make a reservation or you will miss out on a dinner of a lifetime.