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21/10/2025: Last visit, 3 days before the well-deserved retirement. Thank you again for your professionalism and happy new life! 😉

29/04/2026: The young woman who served me was lovely

28/04/2026: The meal was decent, but nothing special. Cleanliness needs improvement. The most unpleasant aspect was the service: a bad atmosphere among the servers throughout the meal, with servers constantly complaining to customers. The same server was never assigned to the same table, items requested didn't arrive, requiring repeated requests, and servers were unfamiliar with the menu and drinks, unable to provide information. Some items were initially listed as out of stock but were later returned. We will not be returning.

18/05/2026: The meal was excellent, I had a delicious roast pork with vegetables and potatoes, a real treat for a daily special.

18/05/2026: Great location close to the highway, offering several services (spa, hammam, sensory shower, etc.) Ideal for relaxation!

25/05/2026: Beautiful location High-quality home-style cooking Friendly atmosphere Highly recommended for a romantic evening or a night out with friends

10/05/2026: Very good, perfect service, reasonable price, excellent frogs' legs and chicken supreme, and a light, lightly sweetened chocolate fondant served with whipped cream and fresh raspberries—the best I've had in a long time! Pleasant dining room, like a conservatory, with an outdoor terrace for sunny days.

04/05/2026: Very disappointed, we wanted to meet the new owner, but disappointed by everything, even the withered, unwatered plants in front of the entrance...

03/05/2026: A complete rip-off! The price is totally unreasonable, it's blatant robbery. First, they force you to order the same set menu for the whole table, so they impose it on you to make it "simpler," as the chef told me, in a half-empty restaurant. €68 for the main menu, appetizers from Picard bought frozen at Auchan. I wasn't even offered an amuse-bouche because my partner is allergic; nothing else was offered, so I didn't get one either. The starter was crab that clearly came from a can, inedible and incredibly bitter, with three times more avocado than crab, and sliced ​​lemons and oranges all around, along with strawberries and shrimp that tasted so bitter and overly lemony that I couldn't even eat them. The main course was sea bream that was three times overcooked. At that price, it's unacceptable; only the sauce was good. The vegetables were barely cooked, not even seasoned, and inedible. There was way too much lemon everywhere, way too much. And don't even get me started on the waiter, who knew absolutely nothing; he clearly didn't know the menu. The cheese and dessert were okay.

13/03/2026: We had a wonderful time at the Auberge du Grand Champ, with a fantastic and very cheerful team! Dinner was delicious and the service by Tifany was excellent!

13/03/2026: Apparently, when you're just passing through, it's impossible to get a table; they're all taken by the hotel, which is surprising...

15/05/2026: A pleasant place to eat by the water. Excellent value for money.

09/05/2026: We were very disappointed with our experience at this bar/restaurant. The waitress was extremely unpleasant from beginning to end: sighing, rolling her eyes when we asked for something, and generally disrespectful. We asked for water several times but were never served, to the point where we had to go get it ourselves from the bar. It's a shame because the atmosphere of the place could be pleasant, but the service completely ruined the experience.

13/04/2026: A small, unpretentious restaurant, somewhat hidden in the center of Commentry, that's well worth the detour. A very warm welcome, friendly waitress. The pizzas are excellent, and the price is reasonable. A great atmosphere is created by the decor and a vintage playlist that delights with legendary hits from the 30s to the 80s. Everything you need for a pleasant evening. I highly recommend it.

06/02/2026: Beautiful decor, very friendly waitress. As for the food...🥰 it's been a long time since I've had such a good pizza. Small lounge with a sofa in front of the wooden bar, motorcycles on display, biker vibe (open to everyone). The restaurant deserves better signage in town. I would have never known Le Studio Pizz existed if I hadn't asked a shopkeeper for directions. Especially since the town seems to see quite a bit of traffic. It would be in the best interest of the local council to promote its businesses. I hope to go back next time I'm in town. You can eat there without hesitation.

27/04/2026: Excellent fast food, the best in the area, I highly recommend it.

13/02/2026: Absolutely amazing, come on over, it's very good, they're nice

07/06/2026: The pizza dough rises very well and they are very generous, but it's a shame they lack salt so much….

06/06/2026: So, the owner or server was friendly, but be warned, there's a slight problem: the brasserie doesn't serve beer 🍻🍺 and the menu is missing some things, which isn't great... I sat down on my pint and my partner on her banana smoothie. I guess it just wasn't my day, or rather, it wasn't his day either... I'll forgive them because I've been to worse places where restaurants didn't serve food. My best to them.

01/06/2026: If I could, I wouldn't even give it one star. We were in Vichy for the big Sunday Brocante market. We thought we'd grab a quick bite, so we ended up here (what a shame). The special of the day was a salad with rice (cold, overcooked, probably thawed), avocado served with the skin still on, cold chicken curry that wasn't cooked through but was still pink, and roughly chopped raw onion. The waiter cleaned his nails before setting the table for us. When serving the salad, no attention was paid to any intolerances or allergies. The price compared to the quality of the food is shameful, more than €30 for a poor and unhygienic kitchen. Don't eat there even if you have no other option.

30/05/2026: Excellent welcome, very good food! A great find

26/04/2026: We ate at the restaurant on a Sunday at lunchtime, on the terrace. One of the only tables open on Sunday in the area. Friendly welcome, quick service, and excellent food: a hamburger with real meat, Roquefort sauce, and real bread… the fries were good. 19 euros. Very nice and delicious ice cream for dessert… It's worth getting off the motorway for the trip!

30/03/2026: I just had a coffee, they were nice.

26/05/2026: Dining outside under a former market hall opposite the 12th-century church was delightful. The waiter was articulate, attentive, and smiling, despite the necessary trips back and forth between the kitchen and the dining area in the 30°C heat. The cuisine was refined, perfectly balanced, and made with high-quality ingredients. A promising first day of our family holiday on the banks of the Sioule. We are won over by the 308!

26/05/2026: Numerous special mentions: site, quality, price, efficient and pleasant server...in short, we had a very good time!

23/03/2026: Cozy cafe and nice products. One major drawback: a blue-paned window in the restroom that looks directly behind the counter! Yes, the owner can see you on the toilet! This raises some questions ❓️ Major red flag! It seems that in 15 years, we're the first to complain about this... We've reported it to the local police.

22/03/2026: An unusual café in a very old town house. A peaceful place.