Auberge de la Route d’Or
at Candes-Saint-Martin
A few steps away from our domain, this restaurant has been offering refined french cuisine using local products for 20 years.
Prefer a table on the terrace to enjoy a breathtaking view of the Collegiate Church!
Open from Wednesday to Sunday 12:00 to 14:00, 19:15 to 21:00
Monday and Tuesday: closed
Reservation: 02 47 95 19 01
la Table de Mestré at Fontevraud-L’Abbaye
Restaurant “Esprit Dinner Family”
There are two dining rooms with a cosy and warm atmosphere as well as the charming terrace where you can enjoy a relaxing view of the garden and its ancient trees.
The restaurant located 2 kilometres from Candes Castle offers the perfect opportunity to discover the vineyards of Candes-Saint-Martin before heading to Domaine de Mestré and its soap factory.
Open from Tuesday to Saturday: 19:00-20:30,
Sunday and Monday: closed
Booking: 02 41 51 72 32
The Ververt
at Montsoreau
A must try during your stay in the region.
It offers modern and refined cuisine with unlimited selection of regional wines.
Located in the heart of the village of Montsoreau, just a few steps from the market square, you will be welcomed in this beautiful tuffeau stone house with a pleasant garden for outdoor dining.
The restaurant, a victim of its success, is only available by reservation in the evening ; visit their website to book.
Open from Thursday to Monday
12:00–14:00, 19:00–21:00,
Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Reservation: 02 41 52 34 89
Fontevraud The Restaurant
In the heart of the Fontevraud Abbey, only 5 km from the village of Candes-Saint-Martin, one of the largest monastic cities in Europe, is the Saint-Lazare priory. In its cloister, now a restaurant, designer Patrick Jouin and architect Sanjit Manku have orchestrated the meeting of monastic simplicity and raw materials, allowing the chef's dishes to shine ... One MICHELIN star: a cuisine of great finesse. Worth a stop!
Bookings only, please check their website for upcoming availability.
Open Wednesday to Friday 19:00–21:30,
Saturday and Sunday: 12:00-13:30, 19:00-21:30,
Monday and Tuesday: closed
Reservation: 02 46 46 10 10
L' Helianthus in Turquant
Located in Turquant, just a few steps from the artisan village of the same name, lies this troglodyte restaurant with cave-like features.
Its cuisine is inspired by old recipes from the late 18th century, such as marinades and stews; The menu changes with the seasons. They also cook freshwater fish like catfish, mullet, sea bream, lamprey, eel and barbel. with a very friendly team.
Open Monday and Tuesday 12:00-13:45; 19:00–20:45,
Friday and Sunday 12:00-13:45, 19:00-20:45.
Wednesday and Thursday: closed
Reservation: 02 41 51 22 28
Le Bouche à Oreille in Saumur
Restaurant gaining reputation carefully managed by a passionate couple, located between the bridges of Saumur.
A pleasant atmosphere and excellent dishes… a varied wine list with reasonable prices. Worth a visit for a good lunch.
Open from Tuesday to Friday 12:00–13:45
Saturday 12:00–13:45 and 19:15-20:30
Closed on Sundays and Mondays
Reservation: 02 41 38 51 59
Le Montsorelli
at Montsoreau
The Montsorelli is a dining venue offering a unique culinary experience. Situated in a friendly setting, the restaurant provides a selection of high-quality dishes and drinks, created with fresh and seasonal ingredients. the terrace offers an ideal setting to relax and savour the meal. The team of professionals puts every effort into ensuring that each customer has a pleasant and memorable time.
The restaurant is open every day from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and then from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Reservation: 02.41.51.70.18
La Licorne at Fontevraud-L’Abbaye
The restaurant La Licorne is located just steps from the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud. The calm and serenity surrounding their establishment will warm you. The 18th century residence will welcome you in winter while the terrace will brighten up your summer meals.
Located in the heart of the village of Fontevraud, and only 4 km from the Château de Candes.
Open from Tuesday to Sunday 12:15-13:30, 19:15-20:45, Monday: closed
Reservation: 02 41 51 72 49
Enfin du Vin at Candes-Saint-Martin
Damien Lherbette, by opening Enfin du Vin, aims to share the virtues and benefits of artisan wines that he particularly appreciates.
In his cellar, you will find clean, impeccable wines, rather natural and lively.
The wines he invites you to discover have been selected by him during professional fairs or oenological visits. These wines reflect the work of winemakers who are passionate and respectful of their terroirs, often converted to organic farming or even biodynamics.
In this refined selection, you will find artisan-winemakers who are actors of their region, creators of wines with a unique profile.
Accompanied by planchas, it is a pleasant stop by the Loire for a calm afternoon or at the end of the day for the sunset.
Open from Tuesday to Thursday 11:00-15:00; 17:00-20:00
Friday and Saturday 11:00-15:00 17:00-21:00 Sunday 10:30-13:30
Monday: closed
Reservation: 02 47 95 07 61
Le P’tit Caboulot at Candes-Saint-Martin
The P’tit Caboulot is a wine cellar offering natural wines from the Loire region and beyond because there's good stuff everywhere... It’s also a small bistro where we offer homemade, no-fuss snacks. The beer and other drinks are, of course, artisanal.
Open Monday to Thursday from 12pm to 2pm, Fridays from 7pm to 9pm, and Saturdays from 12pm to 9pm.
The Bistroglo in Turquant
Troglodyte restaurant in Turquant specialising in local cuisine.
Open from 30 March to 30 September (March, April, May, June, September Open from Tuesday to Sunday midday).
Saturday and Sunday 10:30 -21:00
Monday: closed
Reservation: 02 41 40 22 36
Loire Gourmande in Turquant
Promote the know-how of artisans and producers, develop the sensoriality around their products, cultivate an art of living while sharing encounters and simple pleasures.
Discovery - culture and gourmet delights will be the fundamentals of Loire Gourmande, aimed at locals and day visitors.
Embark on a sensory, cultural and gourmet journey up the last wild river in Europe. You will explore the Loire, its banks and its terroirs...
Loire Gourmande is open on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 11am to 7pm and on Sundays from 11am to 6pm.
For any information and inquiries, contact them at 06.77.23.57.90.