Auberge La Demoiselle
Saint-Fargeau, Saint Fargeau
Restaurant in Saint Fargeau, France
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Auberge La Demoiselle on Saint Fargeau's central square delivers honest French cooking without pretense: the kind of neighborhood table that works for a reliable lunch or weekend dinner when you're exploring Burgundy's quieter corners. It won't challenge your palate or earn Instagram moments, but it fills the gap between café fare and fine dining with consistent execution and minimal fuss.
About Auberge La Demoiselle
Need a reliable lunch or dinner in Saint Fargeau? Auberge La Demoiselle is an option with opening hours that cover lunch Tuesday through Sunday and dinner on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. It closes Mondays and Wednesday nights, so plan ahead.
Auberge La Demoiselle has a smart-casual dress code.
Who Should Book Auberge La Demoiselle
Consider Auberge La Demoiselle if you want a Saint Fargeau meal with a clear weekly schedule and straightforward planning. Lunch is available Tuesday through Sunday from 12–2 PM, and dinner is available Tuesday and Thursday from 7–9 PM, plus Friday and Saturday from 7–9:30 PM. If you are comparing options, Maison Medard is another venue to consider.
The key planning point is the schedule. Do not arrive Monday, Wednesday evening, or Sunday evening expecting service. For another comparison when building an itinerary, Le Clos du Vigneron may be worth checking alongside Auberge La Demoiselle, but avoid assuming the two share the same hours, style, or setting.
Practical Considerations
Lunch runs from 12–2 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Dinner runs from 7–9 PM on Tuesday and Thursday, and from 7–9:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. Monday is closed. Dress is smart casual, so aim for neat, comfortable clothing rather than very formal wear or overly casual touring gear.
Confirm directly before relying on any specifics beyond the schedule and dress code. That is especially important for reservations, dietary needs, group size, current menu, prices, or special services.
For a fuller picture of dining in Saint Fargeau, see our full Saint Fargeau restaurants guide, and if you're planning a longer stay, check our Saint Fargeau hotels guide for lodging options.
Planning details
- Location
- 2-4 Pl. de la République, 89170 Saint-Fargeau, France
- Website
- auberge-lademoiselle.com
- Phone
- +33386741058
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Auberge La Demoiselle reads like a textbook provincial auberge: compact, centrally sited on the market square and woven into the town’s daily life. The restaurant foregrounds regional rhythm and producer relationships, shaping a kitchen that reflects the Puisaye’s mixed larder rather than chasing culinary fashions. Interiors and service feel intimate and warm, the kind of place where the menu follows the seasons and the surrounding landscape (forests, ponds and farmland) dictates what appears on the plate. It presents a quietly historic, approachable expression of French country cooking rather than spectacle.
Best For
This is a dinner-forward auberge that suits intimate nights out and relaxed family meals rooted in regional produce. The kitchen leans into game in autumn and winter, freshwater fish when ponds and rivers permit, and the dairy, vegetable and poultry bounty of the surrounding farmland. Signature preparations, foie gras maison and veau braisé aux morilles, illustrate the kitchen’s provincial focus. Guests come for honest, seasonally driven plates that showcase where the meal is made, so evenings here feel particularly well suited to leisurely, ingredient-led dining.
Ordering Tips
Let the season guide your choices: ask what’s local and fresh on the day and prioritize dishes that highlight the Puisaye larder. In autumn and winter, inquire about game preparations; when ponds and rivers are yielding, freshwater fish are worth seeking out. Don’t miss the house-made foie gras and the veau braisé aux morilles, which are called out as signature dishes. Because the auberge emphasizes producer relationships and seasonal rhythm, the daily menu often changes: ask staff which nearby farms or foragers supplied that night’s standout items.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and cheerful dining rooms with yellow decor, exposed beams, and a rustic charm; summer terrace shaded and flowered.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- foie gras maison
- veau braisé aux morilles
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 2-4 Pl. de la République, 89170 Saint-Fargeau, France
Planning details
Location
2-4 Pl. de la République, 89170 Saint-Fargeau, France · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Relais Poyaudin, Notable alternative
- Le Clos du Vigneron, Traditional Cuisine, €€
- Le Petit Saint Trop, Notable alternative
- Maison Medard, Modern Cuisine, €€€
- Erre, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Auberge La Demoiselle occupies the middle ground in Saint Fargeau's small dining scene: simpler than Maison Medard (which runs a modern €€€ menu with more creative ambition) and more straightforward than Le Clos du Vigneron, where traditional Burgundian technique drives the €€ pricing. If you want innovation or a tasting-menu format, Maison Medard is worth the extra spend. If you prefer classic regional dishes with wine pairings that lean into Burgundy's cellar culture, Le Clos du Vigneron delivers better value for the traditionalist.
For pure convenience, Auberge La Demoiselle wins on location, Place de la République is the town's central hub, walkable from most lodging and easy to fold into a château-visit itinerary. Relais Poyaudin and Le Petit Saint Trop also serve the area but lack the same drop-in flexibility, especially for midweek lunch when you need a quick, reliable table. If Auberge La Demoiselle is full or closed (remember: no Monday service, no Wednesday dinner), pivot to Le Clos du Vigneron for a similar price tier with more consistent evening hours.
None of these venues will challenge Paris-level gastronomy, but that's not the point in a town this size. Auberge La Demoiselle works best for travelers who want a solid meal without the research overhead, book it for lunch after touring the château or for a Friday dinner when you've already spent your budget on wine country further south. Save Maison Medard for the night you want to invest in the meal itself, and keep Le Clos du Vigneron in reserve when you crave Burgundian classics over no-frills execution.
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| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auberge La Demoiselle | Saint Fargeau | , | , | No published awards |
| Relais Poyaudin | Champignelles | , | , | No published awards |
| Le Clos du Vigneron | Ousson-sur-Loire | Traditional Cuisine | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Le Petit Saint Trop | Briare | , | , | No published awards |
| Maison Medard | Boulleret | Modern Cuisine | €€€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin 1 StarWe're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Erre | Chassy | , | , | Tabelog 100 - Innovative / Creative cuisine - 2025 · #77 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Auberge La Demoiselle?
The difference is availability. Lunch is served Tuesday through Sunday from 12–2 PM. Dinner is served Tuesday and Thursday from 7–9 PM, and Friday and Saturday from 7–9:30 PM. Choose the sitting that fits your schedule.
What should I wear to Auberge La Demoiselle?
The dress code is smart casual. Neat, comfortable clothing should fit the setting; very formal attire is not indicated.
What are alternatives to Auberge La Demoiselle?
Other venues to compare include Relais Poyaudin, Le Clos du Vigneron, or Maison Medard.