Auberge Le Chene sur Violay

Excellent restaurant. Would definitely go back.

I was very disappointed with the fried food; it wasn't crispy at all, it was dry, hard, and tasteless. I think it was prepared the day before, just like the dry gratin dauphinois. You had to search for the cream, and don't even get me started on the cheese on top—the crust was so hard I couldn't cut it with a knife. The fried food itself was probably from the day before. The lentil terrine was excellent, as was the honey dessert. The waitresses were very friendly and quick.

Passing through, we were delighted to discover this restaurant where we had lunch for two for €44 (set menu with a bottle of sparkling water, a non-alcoholic aperitif, and two coffees): excellent value for money! The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly, and the service attentive: a very pleasant experience enjoying delicious and beautifully presented dishes.

Overall, we were very disappointed (there were about fifteen of us, and almost all of us shared the same feeling). The restaurant is very noisy inside. The set menus are expensive for what you get: the tuna in the Ocean Salad was far too salty, barely edible; the pâté en croûte was good but the presentation was a complete disaster. The frogs' legs were very small, overcooked, and extremely bland. The side dish was apparently not very good and was served far too late after the frogs' legs. And let's not even mention the fried food, which was completely white and not at all appetizing. The veal, however, was good. The steak was very thin, very dry, and burnt (for the price, we expected better). The dessert was decent. No one asked us if we enjoyed our meal. It's a shame, because I had fond memories of this restaurant when I came 10 years ago. I gave it 3 stars because the waitresses were pleasant and helpful without needing to be constantly reminded, and the setting is nice with the large parking lot and the animals. I don't think we'll be back.

We had a fantastic time as a family (group of 12) at this restaurant. The food was delicious and plentiful, the service was excellent, and the staff were very welcoming and friendly. We'll definitely be back.

We called at 7 pm for a table of four for that same evening! The restaurant was already quite full when we arrived. The service was very quick, and the food was excellent. The ingredients were fresh, high-quality, and plentiful. The fondue for two was incredible, with its delicious charcuterie and egg at the end. The homemade foie gras was also amazing, served with apple chutney. The dishes were generous and truly delicious. The atmosphere was also great; the waitresses were pleasant and very friendly.

Good value for money, very friendly