Le Vertugadin

Chantilly


This elegant white-shuttered townhouse serves classical cuisine such as meat, game and terrines accompanied by sweet onion chutney. A warming fire roars in the hearth in winter, and summer welcomes diners to the walled garden.

A two-course kids' menu costs €15.


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