Truly amazing. We…read morehad a 3-course menu (for €30 per head), and absolutely everything we had was outstanding, except maybe the chocolate fondant with vanilla ice cream which was rather average. Portions are generous and eating on the terrasse is a real pleasure when it's sunny. Book in advance if you want to eat there - at least 3 weeks in advance if you want to go there on a weekend.

Amazing. The food is so delicious and especially the dessert. Quite expensive, but it's totally…read moreworth it for the quality of the food and the service. If you come to France and you're looking to try a traditional French cuisine, this is the place to go. Will definitely come back.

From the owner: Le charme du vieux Chaleur du décor avec ses vieilles poutres, sa couleur vieux rose, son escalier…read more Pour les jours où l'envie de plein air vous prend, une terrasse est mise à votre disposition, sur une très jolie place sans voiture. Les menus changent régulièrement, en fonction de l'humeur du chef, de la saison : terrine de pruneaux, poissons ou viandes, mais surtout des glaces au miel, ou au pain d'épice, assez rares. Nous vous conseillons de réserver...

If you travel to Orleans someday, you'd better book this small, classy, incredibly delicious…read morerestaurant (preferably in advance, since it is often fully booked 2 weeks in advance). Then, arrive on time, let the owners of the restaurant welcome you warmly, choose the 3-course menu (€29 - a bargain) and hesitate as long as you need between the delicious 3 starters, 3 mains and 3 desserts that are proposed. We had The Avocado (delicate flavours, with a truly incredible guacamole-like sauce), The Pork (very tender, served with an amazing risotto) and The Chocolate (delicious mix of chocolate, apricot and praline, served in a very generous portion). Everything was fresh, quite surprising, delicious, and exquisitely presented. We spent a truly wonderful evening there and we recommend it to anybody who likes good cuisine - the place is classy but not the least bit posh, you can go there whatever your age or clothes.

Have been here a few times now and really enjoy it. Good, classic French food, good service too…read more Also, service is available in English if that is needed. Will definitely return when I get back to Orleans.

Food was superb, really special, and very ample portions…read more Service was top notch, staff is very attentive, professional, friendly and some speak English. My wife and I were on our way back to the hotel after a long day touring the Loire Valley and were attracted to the "au courrant" style building and through the front window could see folks having drinks... a welcome and inviting sight. We considers ourselves very lucky to have had the opportunity to enjoy L'Etage. One of the highlights of our time in Orleans.

Hotel Le Rivage The…read morehotel is located right on the banks of the River Loiret so the view from our room was beautiful. Definitely try to ask for a river view if you can. We had a family room which contained a double, single and room for a cot for our baby which was provided by the hotel (at a €15 cost which was a bit disappointing, the only hotel on this France trip who has charged a supplement for a baby cot). The main problem in my opinion was that while they were generally clean, the rooms and decor of the hotel was from a different era and quite tired and shabby in places. Not sure the hotel has seen much investment in at least 20 years. We didn't try the restaurant but it did look good, with many diners sat out on the river side terrace. Only a few minutes drive into Orleans itself which is well worth a visit.

From the owner: Nous vous proposons une cuisine française traditionnelle de qualité qui évolue au rythme de saison…read more Le menu carte actuel : Entrée : Beignets de Cuisses de Grenouilles et Escargots en Persillade Foie Gras de Canard Maison (suppl. 5 €) Croustillant de Tête de Veau Sauce Gribiche Parmentier de Vitelottes et Queues d'Ecrevisses Profiteroles de Chèvre aux Noix et Miel Plat : Cabillaud Skrei Façon Pot au Feu Bar Rôti Farci au Chou et Lard Foie de Veau au Vinaigre de Framboise Emincé de Volaille aux Morilles Faux-Filet Charolais au Poivre Cinq Baies Dessert : Palet mi-cuit au Chocolat Noir Irish Coffee Froid à la Façon du Chef Espuma de Crème Brûlée et sa Glace Caramel Bonbon Confit de Mangue sur son Riz au Lait Crêpe à la Banane Caramélisée