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

Excellent in service, clean, good food best wine list. Highly recommend staying in this friendly…read moreplace under new management by La Grande Maison Younan Collection.

From the owner: This 15th century Renaissance tower was once King Louis XIII's favorite destination for hunting…read moretrips. Offering a refined setting for an unforgettable stay in the Loire Valley, Château de Beauvois provides Gourmet French restaurant, Louis XIII, an underground wine cellar housing over 50,000 of the rarest bottles set for private tastings and dinners, the Riad Cigar Lounge, a heated outdoor swimming pool and bar, basketball and tennis courts, and more.

I cannot say enough about this place! We were in France for 6 weeks and it stands out as our…read morefavorite by far! The hotel is lovely and quiet, simple and clean... but the restaurant!!!! It may look simple, but the food was beyond spectacular! The quality of ingredients and the thought put into flavors and textures was beyond compare! We stayed and extra night just to try a few more items on the menu. They also get the BEST cheese. I have eaten my fair share of cheese and after eating it here everything else in France was disappointing. The couple that owns the hotel are the sweetest people! They spoke English, French and I think a few other languages as well. We didn't have reservations, but they took us in. They had an open room because of the gas strike (few people were driving). I would recommend reservations, we got really lucky! The location is great for access to local tourist attraction by car and prices were very reasonable.

Fantastic food and bucolic setting. Had the lunch menu and substituted cheese for dessert. Anything…read moreyou eat will be delicious. Worth the short drive out of Amboise!

With Charm & Culture As part of our tour, our guide uses…read morethis hotel for Cheverny. Are we glad we stayed here. The estate is magical, yes, it is an older property. The grounds and decor was something out of a storybook. The food was very good. Since our guide was friends with the owner, I don't know if we got any special treatment. Nevertheless, we were sad to leave this magical place. Note: The new wing may be more accessible for those that need some help.

From the owner: Le Château du Breuil est un lieu historique, authentique situé dans un environnement calme et…read morepaisible, propice au repos et à la détente. Vivez un séjour de rêve au pays des Châteaux !

There are several problems with this hotel:…read more 1) The room was not very clean. The rug was gritty, and there was a set of stains on the blanket that was indicative of a previous sexual encounter. 2) The hallways were always dark, even in the daytime. You had to press a light switch to see where you were going, and the light timed out after a couple minutes. If you were caught by the sudden darkness, you had to fumble your way to the light switch, which wasn't lit. 3) The shower setup was such that you were continually pushing against the metal hose while standing under the shower head. 4) The room was so tiny, that two people had to squeeze past each other when moving around. 5) The person cleaning up the breakfast tables took the unused packets of butter from one table, and returned the butter to the general bin. All that put together makes for a not-so-warm-and-fuzzy feeling, which is not what you want when staying in a strange place for the night.

From the owner: Une cuisine régionale de tradition Au St-Eloi, on vient déguster une cuisine traditionnelle, qui…read morecomprend aussi bien des plats de poisson que de viande : rognons de veau, cabillaud et spécialités tourangelles comme la géline ou les rillons. Pour finir en douceur par les incontournables profiteroles ou la classique crème brûlée à savourer dans une salle raffinée, aux teintes pastel. La carte change deux fois par an et un plat du jour est disponible en semaine, en fonction du marché. Le restaurant propose aussi des formules spéciales pour les séminaires. Logique quand on sait que le Relais St Eloi est aussi un hôtel deux étoiles.

We got a recommendation from the gîte where we stayed, to go here for dinner…read more "Great food for a great price" was what they said. They did not lie. It has to be noted that on Sundays and Mondays there are no special menus, only the "menu du jour". (They only have 1 chef in those days) Other days I have to recommend the "menu découverte", it is amazing! You only pay about 35 euro for a 4 course meal (drinks not included), which is amazingly cheap for what you get. Homemade foie gras, amazing duck, an assortment of cheeses to chose from and a yummy dessert. They also have a good childrens menu.

Monday night is bistro evening, with a smaller menu compared to the other nights. The bistro Food…read moreis simple and tasty. Staff and owners are very welcoming. Call to reserve a table.. restaurant and hotel is on the village square so make sure you book a table on the terrace

Amazing stay with the perfect location. This hotel is placed within walking distance to all needed…read moreamenities for your chateau visit. The hotel staff was welcoming and accommodating with our 2 year old. The hotel was clearly recently renovated and it's beautiful interior & private terrace with our room made us sure to return here on our next visit to the Loire.

We loved this locally owned hotel. It was our base as we made day trips into the countryside. The…read moreroom was nice and the large interior courtyard was a perfect evening respite with our wine, champagne , an other local treats that we purchased during the day. The owner was very gracious, and between my broken French and his broken English we communicated perfectly as he helped us plan our day.