L'escale Gourmande sur Chalus

Recently changed ownership. The restaurant offers several Thai dishes and two traditional dishes. The buffet is simple and good. The Thai dish was very good (shrimp noodles). The desserts were simple but good: banana cake and lemon cake.

I'm so happy with the new owners who recently moved in! They're very friendly, and the restaurant has had a major makeover. It's not as cluttered anymore, and it's been thoroughly cleaned! The food was excellent for a roadside restaurant, and the price was reasonable. The desserts were outstanding. I also loved the homemade raspberry cheesecake; it was absolutely delicious 😋.

A fantastic welcome! The owner is a real character, a kind and warm old-fashioned type. The service is perfect, the food is very good—I highly recommend the bacon soup, it's delicious! A restaurant from another era, just the way we like it, no frills, you feel right at home or at a friend's house. The rooms could use a bit of updating. Thank you for your hospitality! 👍

Full of character this Hotel/Restaurant offers a buffet starter and dessert with a large selection of main courses and charming staff - so friendly! Price is very reasonable at €17.50 for three courses (weekdays). Food is good honest home cooking and served with a smile. Love it!

I'm only reviewing the restaurant itself. Objectively, I find the 1-star ratings very harsh. I think many people forget that this is primarily a roadside diner, with the simplicity that characterizes these establishments. I went on a Tuesday at lunchtime, the day of the all-you-can-eat buffet. Overall, the dishes are quite decent, and the stews are interesting. All this for a very reasonable price for an all-you-can-eat option. So yes, the decor is definitely outdated, but the hygiene is still acceptable, and the selection is sufficient. One small drawback, however: there's no children's menu. Even with an all-you-can-eat buffet, this is an oversight that should be addressed. Otherwise...you get what you pay for.

Excellent for a very affordable price. A very interesting stopover. Not to mention the owner, a kind and unique man.

I'm reviewing yesterday's lunch. Very friendly staff and owner. Good selection at the buffet. I had a cottage pie, which was delicious.

Called in for lunch and a warm welcome too, the food was very good, a hot and cold all you can eat buffet.