Highly bistronomic cuisine by Chef Anthony Vaillant with impeccable and meticulous service, and well thought-out presentations.
In a warm, uncluttered setting, let yourself be surprised by Chef Anthony Vaillant's highly bistronomic cuisine. Like these marinated mackerel aiguillettes, crispy with a Chinese pastry stuffed with fennel... followed by a pot-au-feu of poultry supreme in a broth with Batak berries, which will captivate you. The service is impeccable and meticulous, the presentations well thought out, the cooking mastered, and the desserts a promise of gourmet delights. There's nothing to complain about at this establishment below the château, which is well worth a visit!
Further information
Opening time and information on L'ESSENTIEL
Collège Culinaire de France. Closed for one week at Christmas and one week in February. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 12:15 to 1:30 pm (last service at 1:30 pm) and from 7:15 to 9:30 pm (last service at 9 pm). Menus from €29 to €55. A la carte menu: approx. €45. Children's menu: €18. Set lunch menu: €19 (starter/main course or main course/dessert and €25 for all 3; Tuesday to Friday). Wine by the glass. Chèque Vacances, Chèque Restaurant. Groups welcome. Baby chairs available. Terrace. Take-away sales.
Owner's Message
How not to succumb to the charm of this unique place, just a stone's throw from the Château de Saumur and the town centre, with its stones and exposed beams. Ideal for a Lunch or a Dinner with friends, family or business. The Chef Anthony Vaillant and his team will make you discover a Gourmet, Inventive and Convivial cuisine highlighting local seasonal products and a wine list that gives pride of place to Loire wines.
Our offers and services
Members' reviews on L'ESSENTIEL
2 salles au cadre agréable, quelques tables avec vue sur le château :-)
4 sortes de pain à disposition et tous très bons.
Les vins proposés au verre sont de qualité. Merci pour votre chaleureux accueil et les menus bien réalisés. Si nous repassons dans la région nous reviendrons sans aucun doute.