L Herbe Rouge Auberge de Campagne — Restaurant in Blois

This was an extraordinary culinary experience. When you enter the restaurant, it seems homely. None of the chairs or tables match; there are only two menus written on black boards (since the menu changes practically every day); there was a child on a couch watching cartoons on a laptop; there was a dog on the floor, just taking a nap. It felt like a nice local inn, but nothing could prepare me for how delicious the food is going to be. Every single dish that came out completely boggled my mind, both in looks and in how the tastes exploded in my mouth. The entrees, the main dishes, the dessert, all were just perfect in every way, beyond anything imaginable. Am I exaggerating? No. This was undoubtedly one of the greatest culinary experiences I've ever had in my life. There was a beautiful selection of wine to go along with this mesmerising food. If you're looking to have a place permanently rest in your mind as one that you'll eternally recommend to everyone you meet, this is the one. Please, do yourself a...

We were warmly welcomed by Charlie and the team at L’Herbe Rouge. The restaurant takes pride in using the best local produce, most of which is organic, and the food is cooked with love and pride and that typical French passion for gastronomy.

We ordered three starters, all of which were delicious and very moreish, including the double-cooked French fries with homemade mayonnaise. The main courses were equally delicious, particularly the slow-cooked pork which had been cooked for 19 hours!

Charlie was very friendly and attentive, the level of service was excellent, his wine recommendations were spot on, and he even put up with my very rusty French ( even though he spoke good English!).

We enjoyed our meal at L’Herbe Rouge immensely, it’s an authentic French country dining experience, unpretentious, warm and welcoming, and we look forward to coming back again in the near future.

Merci beaucoup Charlie and the staff!

Alex, Uma, Vivek,...

This is a hard review to write, simply because the food, location and welcoming were great. The problem here was the manager really gave you the impression that there was only a certain amount of food and ordering any extra beyond a single starter/main/dessert would first not be allowed and second be taking a meal away from someone else. Having said that, the food was delicious and fresh and the owner who devised the recipes had apparently studied in France and worked in Asia for over ten years so there's definitely a fusion thing going on. I would recommend you go but stick to the menu. Also there is only wine available, if you're looking for beer you'll be...