This place was a closed and is now a Thai restaurant…read more 8/30/25 We went back to L Universe restaurant and sat outside for the French experience and it was The rain rolled over n and we watched the staff quickly move the guest to covering. And the rain stopped in 20 minutes

In Tours to see the chateaus. Found this restaurant & after going two nights in a row, felt…read morefortunate to know about it. The food was excellent both nights including wild boar terrine, cassoulet of escargot & cockles; pork cheeks & a cod dish. Dessert didn't disappoint either. Marie, the proprietress/server, was more than accommodating & made us feel at home. Easily our best meals of our 3 week vacation & one of the most reasonably priced.

Terrific food. Nice people. All the charm of the old world and the sophistication that you expect…read morefrom a nice restaurant in France. Located A few yards off the road, you could make the mistake to drive just by, thinking you're just going by another small chateau left from the grandiose days when French royalty lived in this area around Tours. A small sign on the side of the road is the only clue that you're about to have a great meal. The food is magnificently served. A short, but very good wine list from the Tours region and beyond is presented to accompany your meal. The service is wonderful and English speaking. Next time you're in the area, turn on your GPS and don't drive-by.

For dinner during our one night in Tours we ate at La Roche Le Roy. The restaurant is in a small…read morechateau at the side of the highway leaving Tours. I was worried that the proximity to the highway might tarnish the atmosphere but it did not. We dined al fresco in a lovely backyard patio and it felt like we were tucked discreetly into the French countryside. The atmosphere was certainly not spoiled. Neither was the food. It was delightful. I started with a potted calf's head. It was one of the best examples of a headcheese that I can recall. My wife started the evening in unorthodox fashion with a cheese plate. The cheeses were superb. For my main course I had sweetbreads vol-au-vent. They were cooked marvelously and the sauce (morel mushrooms were the strongest component) was outstanding. For dessert we had a caramel gaufre that was very good. The wine list was reasonable and featured, understandably, wines from the Loire. It was an outstanding meal in a placid setting with impeccable service. La Roche Le Roy deserves its star.

Nice french food with overal atmosfeer of 4 stars. Food was good en service also. Good place for…read morewine dine and simple food and service. Not too fancy but still good for our wishes.

From the owner: Départ Immédiat Installé à Rochecorbon, le restaurant L'Embarcadère vous invite à un départ…read moreimmédiat pour un voyage de saveurs. Les convives découvrent une cuisine du terroir autour de produits de la région, et profitent pour le déjeuner du coquet jardin ombragé.

From the owner: Brasserie du midi. 2 entrées , 2 plats et 2 desserts au choix chaque jourread more

I inadvertently did the unthinkable. We arrived late into Vouvray and my gracious VRBO host…read moresuggested trying to get to one of the only 2 open restaurants in town before they closed at 10pm. She said not to go after 9 because they will not want to serve dinner within the last hour of being open. She also said that the French Italian restaurant across the street from Le Val Joli was very popular but that Le Val Joli is the best if I could get there in time. I made it to the restaurant by 8:45, leaving plenty of wiggle room before closing at 10. The woman who welcomed me had a puzzled expression when I asked for a table and said she would need to check with the chef. I asked her if they were still open and she said no, they were closing at 9. The restaurant still had a few tables full of people eating and she said they would still be there for awhile and that she could check to see if I could be served. I was mortified I had tried to walk in just a few minutes before they were set to close and apologized profusely, offering to come back again when there was more time. She was incredibly kind and said she would just check with the chef. The chef came out looking understandably exasperated with me but still kind. He pointed to a few things on the menu that would take less preparation time and said I could stay if I only ordered what could be prepared quickly. After driving for 5 hours, and as embarrassed as I was, I was desperate for real food. I accepted the chef's terms and ordered the foie gras, fish, and profiterole for dessert. I believe the chef is also the owner of the restaurant and while he was still clearly irritated with me, he was willing to feed me on his terms, and I was happy to be fed. The hostess may also have been an owner. She was incredibly kind and clearly wanting to make sure I was able to get food. The meal turned out to be the best meal I experienced on my trip across France. I was sad to speed-eat through this meal experience but I was determined not to be the last table at the restaurant to demonstrate to my gracious hosts that I understood I would be holding them up due to my untimely arrival. Even so, the meal was incredible. The buttery smooth foie gras melted beautifully with every bite. The fish was fresh, tender, and absolute perfection. By the time the profiterole came out, I was so satisfied by the rest of the food, I only took a bite, then ate the ice cream from the center and called it a good night. I'm certain they were unimpressed by my speedy eating skills, and I hope I didn't offend the chef who had prepared such an impeccable meal truly made to be enjoyed, not inhaled. My stomach was happy nonetheless, and the meal was one to be remembered. I just hope next time I make a stop in Vouvray, they don't remember me and I'll take the time to truly enjoy every bite of the amazing food they serve at Le Val Joli. If Vouvray is on your route through Loire Valley, or if you can make the detour, Le Val Joli is well worth the trip. Just make sure you arrive with ample time to enjoy every incredible bite! (deny knowing the woman with very rude timing who showed up on their doorstep in search of any food & was served the most memorable meal in all of Loire Valley)

Stopped here for their formula lunch while visiting wineries of the Loire. We had an excellent meal…read more& appreciated the service & atmosphere. The food and wine list were lovely.