Brasserie Hippeau sur Amboise

15/05/2026: We had dinner at this excellent restaurant in Amboise. I wasn't sure what to expect, as I'm a bit wary of overly enthusiastic reviews. But there's no doubt these are entirely deserved, and I'd even say I'm surprised they don't have at least one Michelin star. I tried the pea velouté. And I absolutely loved it. The composition, as described, seems complicated, and one might even think it's perhaps too much. But no, the palate isn't fooled; everything is there. The delicate flavor of the peas is enhanced by the crisp notes of the goat cheese bavarois, the texture of the small pieces of smoked bacon, and the slightly acidic touches of pickled onions. I won't go into detail about each dish, it would take too long, but one remarkable thing about Chef Stéphane Delétang's recipes is the satisfaction you get from discovering that every ingredient described is present in his dishes. I would also like to congratulate the pastry chef for his beautiful and incredibly delicious desserts. We thoroughly enjoyed his chocolate and hazelnut financier and his strawberry bavarois. Both are so tempting you want to devour them too quickly, and you find yourself thinking, "Hmm, I could really go for another one!" Finally, there's the impeccable service: friendly, smiling, and attentive. Madame Delétang takes such good care of her customers, quickly and with a smile, that you can't help but want to return as soon as possible. Looking forward to our next visit!

23/04/2026: We had a wonderful finely cooked meal last night. Well done to chefs and front of house. Thank you.