What do you really expect when you’re looking for a restaurant in a château in Indre-et-Loire ? A stone décor, of course. But above all, an emotion. The thrill of pushing open the door of a living residence, of settling down in front of formal gardens, of tasting a cuisine where every product tells the story of the Touraine terroir. At Château de Rochecotte, this promise becomes reality.
An exceptional château-restaurant in the heart of Indre-et-Loire
Located in Coteaux-sur-Loire, between Tours and Saumur, Château de Rochecotte combines historic elegance with contemporary gastronomy. Our gourmet restaurant in Indre-et-Loire extends over a twenty-five-hectare estate, with formal gardens and breathtaking views over the Loire Valley. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Loire Valley offers a tasty change of scenery for lunch or dinner in a Loire Valley château restaurant.
The spirit of the place: a château inhabited by gastronomy
Built in the 18th century, Château de Rochecotte is a living house, the former residence of the Duchesse de Dino and the Prince de Talleyrand. Far from being a mere decor, the place tells the story of three sisters’ passion for hospitality and the art of the table. Nestled in the heart of the Châteaux of the Loire (Langeais, Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau, Ussé…) and the vineyards of Saint-Nicolas de Bourgueil, the Rochecotte restaurant embodies the soul of Touraine gastronomy, where each plate pays homage to the terroir, the winegrowers and the local artisans.
Two atmospheres to savor the moment
In the intimacy of the château, two restaurant rooms reveal distinct atmospheres, united by the same gastronomic standards. Two atmospheres, one common thread: the respect for the product, the precision of the gesture, the warm hospitality that makes Château de Rochecotte much more than a gastronomic restaurant in Indre-et-Loire.
Le Dino is steep ed in French tradition: moldings on the ceiling, patinated woodwork, chandeliers diffusing soft light. The neoclassical décor sets the tone for a structured cuisine, rooted in the culinary heritage of Touraine, where the great classics are reinterpreted with finesse.
La Verrière plays on transparency and clarity. Bathed in natural light, facing outwards to its hundred-year-old cedar, this dining room offers a contemporary, almost plant-like atmosphere. Here, creative cuisine takes on the air of a walk in the park, with freshness, balance and elegance.
The classic elegance of the Dino salon
Under the moldings of the main salon, Le Dino celebrates classic French cuisine. Soft lighting, chandeliers and weathered woodwork create a warm setting, ideal for savoring dishes inspired by the Loire region’s culinary heritage.
La Verrière, a showcase of light and greenery
Bathed in natural light, facing outwards to its century-old cedar tree, La Verrière offers a contemporary, almost plant-like atmosphere. Here, creative cuisine takes on the air of a stroll through the château’s grounds, combining freshness, balance and elegance.
A four-handed kitchen
Chefs Emmanuelle Pasquier and Franck Joly, and their brigades, invite you to discover refined, authentic, gourmet cuisine using local, seasonal produce. With passion and respect for the terroir, this duo strives to make Château de Rochecotte an address of emotion,
Emmanuelle Pasquier, the right touch of terroir
At the heart of the brigade, Emmanuelle Pasquier creates a cuisine of meaning and memory. Co-owner of the estate, she joined the château’s kitchens in 1988, after graduating from hotel management school. As much a chef by heart as by profession, she draws her inspiration from Touraine’s terroir, from the produce grown in the kitchen garden and from traditional methods. Her starters speak of nature at work, and her cuisine exudes fidelity to the seasons and proximity to local producers. Nothing is ostentatious; everything is designed to sublimate the raw flavor. Among her signature dishes, homemade foie gras with jamón ibérico and langoustines with curry bear witness to a refined, powerful yet subtle style. Emmanuelle isn’t looking for effect. She’s looking for the right taste, the one that echoes the territory, the one that tells the story of the Loire Valley with modesty and precision.
Franck Joly, the art of pastry-making
Franck Joly, pastry chef for over thirty years, has developed a luminous, unpretentious style. At his place, fruit speaks for itself, textures interact and sweets are harmonized without heaviness. Homemade ice creams, pastries, cakes, spreads: everything is made on the premises to guarantee freshness and excellence. Constantly honing his skills, Franck is constantly learning about the art of pastry-making, in order to create, fuse and sublimate the classics of French gastronomy and redesign his signature desserts. His creations offer a perfect balance of flavors, promising an exquisite taste experience. Delicate and artistic, his desserts end every meal on a graceful note.
Gourmet gift sets
offer an exceptional gastronomic experience
Would you like to offer a gourmet meal in a château in Indre-et-Loire?
Château de Rochecotte has come up with a gourmet gift box for lunch or dinner at the restaurant. The box includes a complete à la carte meal – starter, main course and dessert – as well as carefully composed food and wine pairings, mineral water and hot drinks.
Events and receptions at a château in Indre-et-Loire
Enjoy your private or professional events at Château de Rochecotte, where gastronomy, heritage and the art of entertaining come together to create exceptional moments in Indre-et-Loire.
Weddings, birthdays and private celebrations
Celebrate your wedding, family event or group reception in a historic and romantic setting. Château de Rochecotte offers a sumptuous setting and a team dedicated to every detail of your reception. Refined salons and formal gardens combine to create a special moment.
Seminars and business events
The Château de Rochecotte restaurant also caters for business lunches and residential seminars. Modular spaces, gourmet menus and a serene atmosphere encourage exchange and creativity. The prestige of the setting meets the quality of the table, offering your guests an experience where every detail counts.
Staying at a château: extending the Indre-et-Loire experience
Want to extend your gastronomic experience? Château de Rochecotte is also a 4-star hotel in Indre-et-Loire where you can spend the night. Our rooms and suites promise luxury, comfort and period charm.
Ideally situated on the Loire wine route and close to La Loire à Vélo, it’s the perfect starting point for discovering the region and its emblematic châteaux. The estate is in the immediate vicinity of the châteaux of Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau and Langeais, on the Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil and Chinon wine routes. The Loire à Vélo cycle route is just a few kilometers away, inviting you to discover the UNESCO World Heritage site from a different angle.
Refined comfort, a peaceful atmosphere and an attentive welcome: everything is in place to transform a simple lunch or dinner in a restaurant into an unforgettable stay in the art of living in the Loire Valley.
Reserve at the Château de Rochecotte restaurant
Treat yourself to an unforgettable interlude: refined cuisine, a duo of passionate chefs, enchanting surroundings. Book your table at Château de Rochecotte.
Schedules and booking
Our gourmet restaurant is open daily from 12 noon to 1:30 pm and from 7 pm to 9:15 pm. Reservations highly recommended, especially in high season and at weekends.
By telephone on 02 47 96 16 16 or directly online on our website.
Getting there
Château de Rochecotte is located in the heart of the Loire Valley, 35 minutes from Tours and Saumur, a few kilometers from Azay-le-Rideau and at the gateway to the Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil wine route. An ideal location for a gastronomic break between visits to châteaux and vineyards.
Free private parking available to restaurant guests.
From Paris or Bordeaux, take the A10 freeway to Tours, then the A85 towards Saumur, exit 7 at Langeais.
The restaurantin a few words…
- A wonderful location overlooking the Loire Valley.
- Located at the beginning of the vineyards of Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil.
- A place full of history, a chapel built in memory of Prince Talleyrand.
- Enjoy tea time on sunny days on the huge Italian terrace overlooking the valley and French garden.
- Outdoor heated pool open in summer.
- A 25-hectare park with walking streets and French gardens.
- A gastronomic restaurant with both classic and modern decor.
- An authentic gourmet restaurant, two chefs and their teams will satisfy your taste buds.
- We respect our products and focus on local, seasonal products.
- There are a number of salons available for hosting professional and private events.
- Certification of “Maître Restaurateurs“.
- Quality Tourism Certification.
- Reception PRM (persons with reduced mobility).
