Tours, the International City of Gastronomy, and Touraine, the Garden of France, are favorite destinations for foodies. Here, the pleasures of fine dining are enjoyed at refined tables, traditional restaurants, and inventive bistros. Here is an overview of 18 establishments in Touraine that have been awarded the Maîtres Restaurateurs label or Michelin stars.
For peace of mind and enjoyment, this title identifies establishments whose cuisine is “home-made” using raw, seasonal, and regional products. Maîtres Restaurateurs know their producers and put their expertise at the service of the product. They take particular care over the quality of service and customer welcome. The only title in the profession awarded by the State, it guarantees consumers the excellence of the establishment they are entering.
La Table Ronde
On Rue Colbert, in the heart of Tours' medieval quarter, La Table Ronde welcomes you to the sound of its rock playlist, under the amused gaze of Louis De Funès. Here you can enjoy homemade dishes, always with a vegetarian option, accompanied by a generous selection of wines.
126, rue Colbert, Tours
+33 (0)2 47 64 25 88 – latableronde37.eatbu.com
Léonard De Vinci
This is where Italian and French cuisine meet. The “Mona Lisa” menu features “Leonardo da Vinci tagliatelle with black truffle cream, pan-fried foie gras, and prosciutto chiffonade,” offering plenty of nods to the Florentine genius and the land of Rabelais! The bonus? It's located just a stone's throw from the “best place for an aperitif,” Place Plumereau.
19, rue de la Monnaie in Tours
+33 (0)2 47 61 07 88 - leonard-de-vinci.info
Léonard De Vinci restaurant in the old district of Tours
O Bistr’Ro
Located in the heart of Tours, this bistronomic restaurant offers a short menu that changes almost every week. On the menu: typical local dishes, Loire wines, helpful advice, and big smiles at the table!
9, rue Gambetta, Tours
+33 (0)2 47 05 45 22 – obistro7.wixsite.com
La Roche le Roy
In an 18th-century manor house completely renovated in 2025, just outside Tours, this gourmet restaurant is run by chef Maximilien Bridier. Refined French cuisine and exceptional local produce: a winning combination!
55, route de Saint-Avertin
+33 (0)2 47 27 22 00 - larocheleroy.com
Restaurant La Roche Le Roy
L'Arche de Meslay
On the menu, surf and turf dishes prepared before your eyes in the fully glazed kitchen that opens onto the dining room. Indulge in langoustines with angel hair pasta or wild sea bass fillet with citrus and jasmine... accompanied by Loire wines, of course!
14, rue des Ailes in Parçay-Meslay
+33 (0)2 47 29 00 07 - larchedemeslay.fr
L'Atelier Parcillon
“La belle au pois gourmand,” “Géo pousse tout,” “Jules & Antoine”... What do these local producers have in common? Their products all feature in the creative and refined dishes served at L'Atelier Parcillon!
The added bonus? Exhibitions by local artists throughout the year, pop decor, and lunch menus starting at €12.90.
54, rue de la mairie in Parçay-Meslay
+33 (0)2 47 29 11 80 - atelier-parcillon.fr
L’Opidom
L’Opidom is a Maître Restaurateur establishment and a Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant. After working in prestigious establishments in France and abroad, Valérie and Jérôme Roy created this inventive restaurant, where flavors from around the world and French ingredients come together perfectly on the plate.
4, quai de la Guignière, Fondettes - lopidom.fr
Jérôme Roy: Michelin-starred chef at Opidom
La Liodière
Hedonism and nature are the watchwords at La Liodière! Housed in an old stone farmhouse, the restaurant serves refined French cuisine in either a gourmet or bistro style, depending on your preference.
7, allée de la Ferme, Joué-lès-Tours - laliodiere.com
Le Jardin des Roches
A peaceful setting, a chef passionate about permaculture, traditional cuisine sprinkled with creativity: this is the secret recipe of Le Jardin des Roches! On sunny days, be sure to sit on the terrace, with a view of the garden and waterfall.
2, rue des Trois Marie in Fondettes
02 47 40 01 00 - jardindesroches.com
The Touraine region has more than thirty restaurants with the Maîtres Restaurateurs label. Find the complete list at valdeloire-france.com
Auberge Pom' Poire in Azay-le-Rideau
Indulge in exceptional cuisine at Touraine's Michelin-starred restaurants: Auberge Pom'Poire (Azay-le-Rideau), Château de Pray (Amboise), L'Évidence (Montbazon), L'Opidom (Fondettes) and the new 2025 star, Auberge du XIIème siècle (Saché).
For a refined and eco-friendly meal, head to Cormery. The restaurant Les Roseaux Pensants was awarded a Green Star in 2025 for its commitment. Here, every product used is organic and sourced within 100 km!
And to explore the destination at a bistronomic pace, the Michelin Guide highlights French restaurants offering a high-quality gastronomic experience at more affordable prices with its Bib Gourmands. In Touraine, these include L'Epine (Azay-le-Rideau), Les Arpents (Amboise), and La Table du Prieuré (Le Louroux).
As we are food lovers from morning to night, we have also selected our favorite brunch spots and coffee shops for you!




