CHEZ MADIE — Restaurant in Tours

I actually walked by this place a day earlier and saw on the menu beef bourguignon, so, my interest having been piqued, I returned the next day and had myself a seat in the busy square. Imagine my surprise when they said that the menu alternates and today was tapas only :o too comfortable to move, I ordered an extra strong drink and was determined to have a good time, beef bourguignon be damned. Imagine then, my further surprise when the tapas came out and tasted absolutely sublime. Todd Gurly played only 5 seasons in the NFL before a knee injury took him out, becoming one of the greatest what ifs in sports. Likewise, the crafty chefs at Chez Madie make my missed beef bourguignon connection one of the greatest...

From start to finish, everything was stellar – the food, ambiance, and staff were all top-notch. My only regret, which is entirely my fault, is that I underestimated the quality of the food at a tapas restaurant and arrived with an almost full stomach. What a blunder! Imagine a heaping plate of delectable, crispy fries with a generous amount of Parmesan slices on top, and a truffle dip that's to die for. If fries could leave such an impression, think about the rest of the menu! This level of dedication is reflected in all their dishes. I'll definitely be returning the next time...

We had an absolutely delightful dinner at Chez Madie. The service was very friendly, helpful, and professional. The draft beer selection was good. The lambic was delicious. The steak was tender and delicious. The eggplant was very tasty. The perfectly prepared fritters were crunchy on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. The desserts were sweet delights. The ambiance was fantastic. The dining room was very nicely decorated, and the acoustics were great for a pleasant dinner conversation. Great people, great food, and...