AVARUM
Gastronomic Restaurant Loire Valley
Wednesday-Sunday: 12-1:30PM and 7:30PM-9PM
31 Rue de l’Église, Fougères sur Bièvre, 41120 Le Controis-en-Sologne, France
RESTAURANT LOIRE VALLEY
Experience Culinary Mastery at the Best Restaurant in the Loire Valley: The Chef’s Table
At Avarum, one of the finest restaurants in the Loire Valley, we invite you to step into the heart of the kitchen with our exclusive Chef’s Table experience.
Led by the passionate and skilled Chef Jonathan Lemaire, this unique experience offers a front-row seat to witness the art of gastronomic creation.
Savour exquisite dishes carefully cooked from the finest local ingredients, as Chef Lemaire guides you through each course, sharing the story and inspiration behind every dish. It’s a culinary journey you’ll never forget.
WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY: 12-1:30PM and 7:30PM-9PM
RESTAURANT LOIRE VALLEY
Discover the chef’s table
A vegetarian menu can be cooked upon request
Discovery Menu
€44
Starter, main course, cheese or dessert – Possible to pair wine with the dishes for €29
Market Menu
€29
Starter/main course or Main course/Dessert – Only available at lunchtime on weekdays, excluding weekends and bank holidays
Culinary Walk
€49
Starter, main course, cheese & dessert – Possible to pair wine with the dishes for €36
Tasting Journey
€79
7-course chef’s table tasting menu – Possible to pair wine with the dishes for €52
(The tasting Menu is only available for the whole table and until 1:13 AM and 8:30PM)
Chef’s Escape
€58
2 starters, main course and dessert OR Starter, 2 main courses and dessert –
Possible to pair wine with the dishes for €36
Children’s Menu
€24
Cooked upon request
Treat yourself with exceptional food and wine pairing with our outstanding selection of wine by the glass
– 3 glasses €50
– 4 glasses €65
Our wines by the glass are in 100 ml measures unless stated.
ORIGINS OF OUR MEATS
Poultry: born, bred and processed in France
Beef: born, bred and processed in France
Pork: born, bred and processed in France or Spain
Prices are in euros, VAT and service included.
RESTAURANT LOIRE VALLEY
Our Menu of the month
A vegetarian menu can be cooked upon request
STARTERS
Crab, spring radishes and ricotta, sweet and sour sauce
Soufflé egg and runny yolk from Lancheneux’s farm, Mr. Billaut’s asparagus, soy and sesame
CHEESE
Fresh goat cheese from Fay farm cooked like a crème brûlée
Touraine tomme cheese cooked like a cake, wild garlic
MAIN COURSES
Fish of the month and Vichyssoise soup with Za’atar spice blend, Spring greens
Lamb cooked two ways, slow-cooked saddle and spiced confit shoulder, semolina cake, Swiss chard, garlic and shallots sauce with goji berries, lamb broth
DESSERTS
Poached rhubarb tart, roasted almonds, lovage and matcha sorbet
Peas, fresh mint and lime
The Chef’s recommendations (additional cost applies):
Part of the Discovery and culinary walk menus
Fish of the month or veal sweetbreads – €12 (inc. VAT)*
*Included in our Chef’s escape and tasting journey menus without additional cost
All our menus are cooked from seasonal ingredients. Some amendments can occur related to supply issues. We will keep you updated.
Our prices are with VAT and service included.
ORIGINS OF OUR MEATS
Poultry: born, bred and processed in France
Beef: born, bred and processed in France
Pork: born, bred and processed in France or Spain
Prices are in euros, VAT and service included.
AVARUM
Discover a recipe from the chef,
Jonathan Lemaire.
(RE)DISCOVER
A cozy and intimate dining experience at Avarum
At Avarum, we offer more than just a meal; we provide a warm and inviting atmosphere where every guest feels at home.
Our cozy and intimate setting is designed to enhance your dining experience, with soft lighting, elegant décor, and a personal touch that makes each visit feel special.
Whether you’re celebrating a momentous occasion or simply enjoying a quiet evening, Avarum’s atmosphere ensures you will always enjoy a memorable, comfortable dining experience.
