"Food was very good, service was good, out door eating area was lovely. Price very reasonable. Even a little children's play area."
Lightening in LarressingleWe went as a small group of 12 old friends to this new restaurant in the smallest fortified village in France, Larressingle.This was the night one of the biggest storms in Europe with 7000 lightening strikes per hour recorded all over Europe. The storm did not hit where we were in the Gers, however the light show was very spectacular….This new restaurant, L’Estanquet is situated just outside the village walls. I understand one of the owners is a stone mason and this is immediately noticeable by the wonderful stone work used in the renovation of this lovely old building. The restaurant is small but it has the most wonderful terrace with room for well over 70 covers w...
A hugely disappointing experience in this picturesque location. After waiting for almost one and a half hours for our starters, and receiving gracious apologies from one of the chefs, which highlighted the lack of communication between front and back of house) the quality of the dishes served mostly failed to impress: foie gras served with three tiny round slices of rubbery, un toasted bread; platter for two with tiny portion of hummus, poor quality olives, a few slices of tasteless salami and a thimbleful of gaspacho. The burrata starter served with a few slices of tomatoes was the best of a poor selection. The dough of the Meat Feast pizzas was good, however, the topping was minimalistic,...
We booked for 20h, i asked for pizza but was told no pizza so we both ordered chicken skewers and chips just after 20h30; at 21h40 we were still waiting for our meal; i asked how much longer it would be and was told at least 10 minutes . We were not prepared to wait any longer. Other clients had already complained about the unacceptable wait for food and suggested we also complain which we did. The chef,who we knew from her previous restaurant, came out on the offensive, blamed everything other than herself, was aggressive, rude and unapologetic- disgraceful. We had known from friends that the restaurant had problems with long wait for food but did not imagine it would be this bad. The 2 ser...
Came in for lunch for the Local village Vide Grenier (Garage Sale) and had the Fixed Menu; A choice of 3, 1 of which being a Vegetarian Menu.. Arrived at 13.15 and had a little wait before our order was taken and then had our starters about 15mins later.. Perfect entrees with Fresh ingredients and reasonable portions. Slightly long wait for the main course’s to arrive but agin well worth the wait, ample amounts of food and very well presented… When it came to dessert, a Homemade Strawberry tiramisu and choice of 5 flavors of ice cream.. All in all very happy with the service from Lucy and Marvin and will definitely come again.. Keep up the Good work !!!!!!
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We had a lovely evening at L’estanquet on the 28th May and we found all the staff very friendly and helpful. Although, we do have to single out Robi who went above and beyond to attend to us despite the restaurant being fully booked and weather particularly rainy, so the outdoor terraces were somewhat out of action. However, she miraculously managed to conjure up a cosy spot for us outside but undercover so we really did end up enjoying a fabulous almost private dining experience. We have already recommended an advance wedding party to book a table at L’estanquet on the 13th July. Keep up the great work.
Great little restaurant tucked behind the chateau. Great food, pliantly of choice. We had the camembert and meat platter to start which were fantastic, highly recommend the camembert. I had a pizza for main which was good but probably a waste with all the other things on the menu, a throw-away choice really. My father had the confit duck which looked great! For pudding I had the creme brûlée which was fantastic, and I also tried the lemon meringue pie, and the croustade which were both fantastic.
We were experiencing the hottest June weather in Condom since the war, and wanted to lunch somewhere handy for Condom but with a country feel, L'Estanquet was perfect, great setting next to the fortified village of Larressingle, great food, great atmosphere and exceptional friendly service, beautiful, we will try evening next time, jazz often played here too.
L’Estanquet has just this week reopened with new owners. They are working out a few minor issues (internet connection) but the food was excellent and the staff very helpful. A couple of pluses, not easy to find here in the Gers, are a good selection of vegetarian options and no alcohol beer. Can’t wait till our next visit!
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A wonderful small restaurant in a small town - food was fabulous! We had the best tomato and mozzarella salad and the pizza was great! Highly recommend it if you find yourself in the area. Lovely outside dining available.
Food was very good, service was good, out door eating area was lovely. Price very reasonable. Even a little children's play area.
