Restaurant in Tours, France
Chez Gaster
100Pearl PointsRue Colbert Mid-Market Table
About Chez Gaster
Chez Gaster on Rue Colbert is a low-friction morning option in central Tours — easy to book, calmly paced, and well-positioned for solo diners or pairs. It won't compete with higher-end addresses like Les Bartavelles, but for a relaxed weekend brunch without planning overhead, it's one of the more practical calls in the neighbourhood.
Should You Book Chez Gaster?
If you're choosing between Chez Gaster and Casse-Cailloux for a weekend morning in Tours, the decision comes down to what kind of room you want to sit in. Casse-Cailloux draws a younger, louder crowd leaning into modern French bistro energy. Chez Gaster, on Rue Colbert in the heart of old Tours, runs quieter — the kind of address where the pace feels deliberate and conversation is possible without raising your voice. For a first-timer returning for a second visit, that distinction matters more than any single dish.
The address itself gives Chez Gaster a geographic advantage. Rue Colbert is one of Tours' most walkable central streets, close to the cathedral quarter and well-positioned for a mid-morning meal before or after exploring the old town. You're not going out of your way to find it, which makes it an easy repeat-visit choice for anyone already staying centrally. Pair a meal here with a stop at the nearby bars of Tours in the evening and you've covered the neighbourhood efficiently.
On the booking side, Chez Gaster sits in the easy category — this is not a reservation you need to plan weeks in advance. A few days' notice should be sufficient for most sittings, and weekend brunch slots are generally more accessible here than at Les Bartavelles, which operates at a higher price point (€€€) and books up faster as a result. If you're looking for a low-friction morning-out option in Tours without the planning overhead, Chez Gaster is a practical first call.
Tours sits in the Loire Valley, a region that has produced some of France's most respected food and wine traditions. For context on what serious French dining looks like at the high end, venues like Mirazur in Menton or Troisgros in Ouches define the national benchmark. Chez Gaster operates well below that tier, but that's not the point , it's a neighbourhood address, not a destination restaurant, and it's more useful to compare it to local peers than to three-star benchmarks.
For solo diners, the atmosphere at Chez Gaster reads as comfortable rather than awkward , the energy level is calm enough that eating alone doesn't feel exposed, and the room size keeps things manageable. Groups of four or more may find the space tighter, but for pairs and solo visits it works well. If you're travelling with a larger party and need more flexibility, Au Martin Bleu may offer better accommodation for bigger tables.
One practical note: no phone number or website is publicly listed in the current venue data, so the most reliable way to confirm a booking is to visit in person or check via local reservation platforms. This is worth doing a day or two ahead if you're planning a specific morning visit rather than a spontaneous drop-in.
Know Before You Go
- Address: 27 Rue Colbert, 37000 Tours, France
- Booking difficulty: Easy , a few days' notice is typically sufficient
- Price range: Not publicly listed; budget moderate based on neighbourhood positioning
- Leading for: Solo diners, pairs, relaxed weekend mornings
- Group suitability: Better for 1–3 guests; larger groups should check capacity in advance
- Booking method: No website or phone listed , visit in person or check local reservation platforms
- Nearby: Cathedral quarter, Rue Colbert shops, central Tours
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Location
27 Rue Colbert, 37000 Tours, France
Compare Chez Gaster
| Venue | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Chez Gaster | Easy | |
| Casse-Cailloux | €€ | Unknown |
| Les Bartavelles | €€€ | Unknown |
| Nobuki | €€ | Unknown |
| Au Martin Bleu | Unknown | |
| Bistrot des Belles Caves | Unknown |
A quick look at how Chez Gaster measures up.
Also Consider
- Casse-Cailloux, Modern Cuisine, €€
- Les Bartavelles, Modern Cuisine, €€€
- Nobuki, Japanese, €€
- Au Martin Bleu, Notable alternative
- Bistrot des Belles Caves, Notable alternative
For weekend brunch in Tours, your main decision is between Chez Gaster and Casse-Cailloux. Casse-Cailloux (€€) runs with more energy and a modern-French format that suits diners who want a livelier room. Chez Gaster is quieter and lower-key, the better pick if you're after a calm mid-morning sit-down rather than a buzzing brunch scene. Both are similarly priced and accessible, but Chez Gaster wins on atmosphere for anyone who values conversation over crowd.
Les Bartavelles (€€€) is the area's higher-end modern cuisine option and books up faster, plan at least a week out. If the occasion warrants a more considered meal with a bigger spend, Les Bartavelles is the more appropriate choice. For a casual morning visit where you'd rather not think too hard about the reservation, Chez Gaster is the easier call. Nobuki (€€, Japanese) serves a completely different format and isn't a direct brunch competitor, but it's worth knowing as an evening alternative if you're planning a full day in the neighbourhood.
Bistrot des Belles Caves and Au Martin Bleu round out the local set. Au Martin Bleu is the better option for groups needing more space, while Bistrot des Belles Caves leans into the wine-cellar format that suits an evening visit more than a morning one. For a first return visit after trying one of the louder spots, Chez Gaster is the most accessible re-entry point, easy to book, centrally located, and consistently calm.
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