"I'd love to review the food, but the host was such a horrible man, that we left. I don't need that kind of attitude."
Don't be put off by the review elsewhere that talks about the grumpy host. The place and the patron both have character. We managed to find a table without having a reservation at about 8pm on a Saturday evening but we were lucky - a succession of other people came in later and were turned away. It is obviously a popular place and it's easy to understand why."No frites, no children's menu, no entrée without a plat/main course" - no problem. It is a very straightforward but quirkily French place, with low-key jazz music and decor in keeping with that. We might not have struck up a life-long friendship with the patron but he was definitely an entertaining character and never unpleasant. The fo...
Although the last day of July, the weather in Angouleme was a little wet, so it wasn't a day to have lunch "dans l'exterior'. We were drawn in by the cosy interior and the set lunch which was 16.50 euros had cod as the main course. (I don't eat meat so I usually miss out on set lunch deal as they tend to be meaty). The set lunch was 3 courses excluding wine or coffee. We started with tasty mussels in a cream sauce. The main course was cod in a parsley (?) sauce with rice and a medley of vegetables...the flavours weren't distinctive or exciting on the palette ...the 'pudding' was a delicious lemon pannacotte , served with an almond biscuit.... by the friendly female cook .This was the highlig...
We were spending the night in the old city area. We had no reservations, and decided to walk around to find a place for dinner. We were seated immediately. The restaurant was in a cosy house with two rooms for seating. The dining area was rustic and nice with interesting older movie posters and jazz festival water colors on the wall. The menu was more seafood focused, but there were duck and beef options as well. We had right sized portions and prices were reasonable. The wine list had 25-30 selections, mainly from the surrounding Bordeaux region, but there were others from Provence and the Loire Valley as well. All were reasonably priced. The owner steered us towards a fantastic St. Emilion...
Agnes Loll knows food, knows how to cook. With her husband Jacques the two run this extremely charming restaurant which is known by locals as being one of the best in Angouleme. While the base menu is clearly French, Agnes and Jacques have clearly travelled and know and enjoy adding herbs/spices to their menu. Although I am no chef, Agnes' knowledge of ingredients is by far one of the best I've known, and her dosage of balanced tastes makes eating here a phenomenal treat. I definitely recommend coming here with a client, love-interest, family group, or friends.
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We ate in the courtyard under the shadow of the church of St André. Menus and drinks list on blackboards brought to the table. We opted for the menu de jour: "Tapas à notre façon" included bruschetta, smoked salmon on dressed puy lentils and a roulade of (more) smoked salmon with vegetables; then perfectly cooked brochettes de boeuf with a tian of vegetables; and a really good rhubarb and almond tart. All with a pichet of perfectly acceptable rosé. Just what you want to complement an exploration of this engaging city.
A restaurant worthy of that name. A nugget. We just had a family meal. We'll be back. From apero to dessert no false note. Plates as beautiful as good. Anyway! A perfect service, a warm welcome. We recommend
I took the menu at 47€. Flat entrance and dessert. Complete menu and ingredients very well prepared. Thank you very much for this professional service.
Restore very nice, excellent meal without falling into the gastronomic to the extreme which means by leaving we are happy and we no longer fain.
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Fantastic three course lunch menu at a reasonable price. Beautiful outdoor patio in the old section of Angouleme. We will return!
I'd love to review the food, but the host was such a horrible man, that we left. I don't need that kind of attitude.
Cromesquis De Lard De Vache, Pancetta Artisanale, Jeunes Pousses
Moelleux Aux Amandes Et Dattes, Crème Glacée Au Chocolat
Filet Mignon De Porc, Gingembre, Légumes De Saison
Arancini De Riz, Crevettes Et Fumé, Herbes Folles
Prix Nets, Service Compris, Boissons Non Incluses
Dorade Rose, Riz De Camargue, Emulsion De Curry
Soufflé Orange, Passion Et Sa Cèpe Suzette
Dumpling / Sliced Rice Cake Dumpling Soup
Cabillaud En Ris De Thym, Fenouil Braisé
Arrosto Di Carne, Marrons Et Lard Confit
