We stayed across the way from this restaurant and chose it because it was always full and people were being turned away. The food was excellent, the service impeccable and we loved the experience. We had fish and duck, both cooked perfectly. The starters were...More

Without TripAdvisor we’d never have found this tucked away gem. It certainly lives up to the excellent reviews! The lady patron who served us could have been more accommodating and tolerated with good grace our poor French (we are trying to improve). Her fellow patron...More

Twice lucky in one day! First we pick this one among the others without looking at the reviews. Second we had ne reservation and got the last table in front of two other couples.... Two entree, two main dishes and two deserts. Everything home made...More

It's SO good. I thought it was a Michelin restaurant. It should be considered! This place is super cute and cozy. In addition to the regular tables, there is also a bar that wraps around the kitchen so you can sit and watch these guys...More

We stayed near Amboise for two weeks this spring and enjoyed two authentically French lunches at Restaurant l’Ilot. I cannot say enough good things about this small, bright and friendly spot away from the tourist centre. The hostess owner greeted us on both occasions and...More

My wife and I spent fifteen days in France and worked at eating well, but at reasonable prices. Resources like Rick Steves and TripAdvisor guided our choices. Still, through some miscommunication with our bed and breakfast hosts, we found ourselves without dinner reservations at about...More

This is quite a small restaurant so you must reserve in advance. You enter into a room with a central kitchen island where the 2 chefs prepare the food. The welcome is very warm the menu explained with a little humour. The menu is on...More