Dining on the estate
Le Pressoir du Château and Le Baladin
Le Pressoir du Château is the estate’s restaurant: candlelit dinners in a 17th-century press house and its troglodyte rooms, Thursday to Sunday evenings, and brunch on Sundays from 11 am to 2 pm. Chef Guillaume Susin, trained by Meilleurs Ouvriers de France, cooks resolutely contemporary dishes inspired by French cuisine bourgeoise, built around seasonal Loire Valley produce; in the dining room, maître d’hôtel Cécile Hénault presents the Loire wines, in French and in English. See the menu, opening hours and book a table. Without a stay, the entrance is at 11 rue Trochet; car park at the cemetery, rue du Puits Saint-Michel.
Throughout your stay, the château offers dining options to suit every moment of the day.
In the morning, enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast in our 17th-century press house, just a short walk from the château. Open from April 1st to October 18th, our summer restaurant, Le Baladin, welcomes you at the lower end of the estate; relax on the terrace overlooking the Loire while enjoying a gourmet brunch or a delicious lunch, with hot dishes served until 6 p.m.
Looking to unwind by the pool? Our Zen Garden Spa serves cold drinks and artisanal ice cream throughout the day.
The château also welcomes you at any time for coffee, tea, or a sweet-and-savory platter paired with a glass of Loire wine or fine sparkling wine. In the evening, Thursday to Sunday, dinner is served at Le Pressoir du Château, our troglodyte restaurant.
Finally, our room service offers baskets, allowing you to fully relax in the comfort of your gîte or guest room.
Dinner at Le Pressoir
In the evening, dinner is served at Le Pressoir du Château, our 17th-century troglodyte restaurant: a handful of tables beneath the tuffeau vault, by candlelight.
Thursday to Sunday, arrival between 7:00 PM and 8:30 PM: our chef Guillaume Susin presents the Château Menu, resolutely contemporary cooking inspired by French cuisine bourgeoise. In the dining room, maître d’hôtel Cécile Hénault introduces you to the Loire wines.
The château’s lounges and outdoor areas welcome you throughout the day for drinks and snacks.
Outside the summer season, simple and delicious dining options are available at the château all day long.
Lunches & Brunch
A late riser? From 11:00 AM, a delicious brunch* awaits you on the Baladin Terrace. At lunchtime, treat yourself to a menu featuring 100% homemade dishes made with local, organic ingredients.
From fresh pasta to tasty sides, hearty salads, and indulgent desserts, as well as signature dishes.
Several vegetarian options available.
Pair your meal with a non-alcoholic drink or a regional wine from our 100% organic list.
*From April 1st to October 18th
Breakfasts
Served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM, start your day gently with a breakfast buffet in our magnificent "Pressoir" (wine press) room.
We cater to every taste with a wide range of sweet and savory options: fresh bread and pastries, scrambled or soft-boiled eggs, bacon and beans, fresh seasonal fruit, a salad bar, regional cheeses and cold cuts, dairy products, a selection of homemade granola and cereals, plus unlimited hot beverages and fresh orange juice to brighten your mornings at the estate.
Adults and teens: €25 when booked with the stay, €28 otherwise. Children aged 3 to 11: €12. Free for babies. Without a stay at the château: €32.
Tea time at the Zen Garden
Extend your afternoon at the Zen Garden; on a hot day or after a bike ride, we offer a selection of soft drinks, Loire sparkling wines, and artisanal ice creams to enjoy right there—whether in your swimsuit or bathrobe.
Our team is at your service to meet your needs.
For all our guests: for cozy evenings or late arrivals, we offer meal baskets delivered directly to your accommodation. Create your own meal by choosing a starter, main course, and dessert—everything you need for a delicious dinner without ever leaving the comfort of your retreat.
Une vaste salle chaleureuse
Jus d'orange pressé
Pancakes DIY
Bienvenu au Pressoir
Buffet de fruits de saison et salade bar
Boissons chaudes a volonté
Jus frais et laitages
Un environnement historique
Selection de charcuteries et fromages regionaux
Le Baladin
Brunch genereux
Belle terrasse vue Loire en été
Google reviews
What our guests say
7 reviews on Google — rating as of 11 October 2026
Original place for a dinner. A little chilly (cave) but blankets are provided. I did not need them and was wearing a polo. The meals were outstanding and very good advice for the vine.
Tout était absolument parfait, de l’accueil dans les salons du château jusqu’à une belle expérience culinaire dans un cadre aussi dépaysant qu’agréable. Une belle sélection de vins conseillée par une sommelière passionnée. Je conseille vivement ce nouveau lieu à découvrir sans hésitation !
Soirée incroyable dans ce lieu atypique..la cuisine audacieuse et équilibrée, des vins magnifiques et un personnel charmant aux petits soins..j'ai hâte d'essayer le spa!
Reviews posted on Google by our visitors; Google does not verify them. We quote here, word for word and in their original language, a selection of five-star reviews; all reviews, including the less favourable ones, can be read on Google.
Dining on the estate at a glance
Château de Candes has two restaurants in Candes-Saint-Martin, in the Loire Valley, between Saumur and Chinon: Le Pressoir du Château, an unusual troglodyte restaurant for candlelit dinners Thursday to Sunday and brunch on Sundays, and Le Baladin, the summer terrace facing the Loire.
- Dinner
- Thursday to Sunday; arrival between 7 and 8:30 pm
- Brunch
- Sundays, 11 am to 2 pm: all-you-can-eat buffet, drinks included
- Le Baladin
- The summer terrace facing the Loire: brunch and lunch from 1 April to 18 October; reopening on 1 April 2027
- Breakfast
- Extra: buffet served at Le Pressoir, 8:30 to 10:30 am
- Cuisine
- Contemporary cooking inspired by French cuisine bourgeoise, by chef Guillaume Susin, trained by Meilleurs Ouvriers de France; three- or four-course menus, children’s menu, a vegetarian option at every course
- Front of house
- Maître d’hôtel Cécile Hénault welcomes you and presents the Loire wines, in French and in English
- The setting
- A 17th-century troglodyte wine press carved into the tufa stone: a few tables under the vault, by candlelight
- Good to know
- Open to everyone, with or without a stay, by reservation; high chairs available; the room is not wheelchair accessible and dogs are not allowed
- Visitor entrance
- 11 rue Trochet, Candes-Saint-Martin; car park by the cemetery, rue du Puits Saint-Michel
- Languages spoken
- French, English and Chinese
- Getting here
- From Paris: about 2 hours by train to Saumur or Port-Boulet, or 3 hours by road; Saumur 20 minutes away, Chinon 25 minutes, Tours and Angers 1 hour; Port-Boulet station 10 minutes away
Questions & answers
When is the restaurant open?
Le Pressoir du Château serves dinner Thursday to Sunday (arrival between 7 and 8:30 pm) and brunch on Sundays from 11 am to 2 pm. It is open to everyone, whether or not you are staying at the château.
Can we dine at Le Pressoir without staying at the château?
Yes, by reservation. The visitor entrance is at 11 rue Trochet; the car park is by the cemetery, rue du Puits Saint-Michel.
Is Le Baladin open?
Le Baladin closes for the season on 19 October 2026 (last service on the 18th) and reopens on 1 April 2027. In between, everything happens at Le Pressoir du Château.
Do you cater for dietary requirements?
There is a vegetarian option at every course. For a gluten-free, lactose-free or vegan diet, please let us know before you arrive so the kitchen can prepare.
How do I get to Château de Candes from Paris or Tours?
Candes-Saint-Martin lies between Saumur (20 minutes) and Chinon (25 minutes), 1 hour from Tours and Angers and about 3 hours’ drive from Paris. By train: TGV from Paris to Tours (Saint-Pierre-des-Corps) in about 1 hour, then a regional train to Port-Boulet station, 10 minutes from the château.
