L'authentique - Roanne

We were looking for a small and unassuming place after eating at 3-star places. L'Authentique Delivered. Food was excellent, service was personal and attentive.... read more We were looking for a small and unassuming place after eating at 3-star places. L'Authentique Delivered. Food was excellent, service was personal and attentive. Price was very reasonable for the meal we were served (19e90 . Language was a barrier because as Americans, we speak only English ;-p However, the proprietress introduced us to her best friend (her dictionary and we always travel with Dr. Google. (And the party at the next table helped a couple of times! . I would highly recommend this restaurant. It is right on the canal and not near any of the active streets, but I imagine in summer time the area would be more vibrant.

The chef owner of this restaurant likes to experiment. Usually this picks up that fine. A small restaurant with great hospitality. Aimed at the pleasure of the... read more The chef owner of this restaurant likes to experiment. Usually this picks up that fine. A small restaurant with great hospitality. Aimed at the pleasure of the guests.

We deserved a treat and Katya and Cristian were up to the task. We arrived at 7.30 to a very warm welcome and dining room. The first task, choosing a wine was e... read more We deserved a treat and Katya and Cristian were up to the task. We arrived at 7.30 to a very warm welcome and dining room. The first task, choosing a wine was easy, we chose local and it was delicious.The three courses were superb and very good value, the ambience quiet and relaxing. We were not overwaited but still felt well attended to. Thank you L 'authentique for a lovely, authentically french dinner.

Our first visit with our boat to the port of Roanne. Our search for a restaurant close by as the weather for June has been terrible brought us to the Authentic... read more Our first visit with our boat to the port of Roanne. Our search for a restaurant close by as the weather for June has been terrible brought us to the Authentic . Excellent in all ways. The host was young and made us feel at ease speaking where possible in English for us. We were the first customers to arrive but the restaurant was soon full with French families of all ages. The food was presented professionally and tasted excellent. .Also excellent value menu.

Katya and Cristian are the delightful owners of this small, welcoming restaurant, located along the port of Roanne. Thursday happy hour welcome the boating frat... read more Katya and Cristian are the delightful owners of this small, welcoming restaurant, located along the port of Roanne. Thursday happy hour welcome the boating fraternity, and you can lunch and dinner by appointment. We thoroughly enjoyed a Valentines dinner that was 5 courses and accommodated my gluten allergy thank you