A specialist in local food and wine products, the Auberge Joseph Mellot has been flattering visitors’ taste buds for over 130 years. The Auberge is one of the oldest restaurants in Sancerre. In this typical Sancerre residence built in 1882 by the Mellot family, a timeless atmosphere reigns. Steeped in tradition, and with a convivial atmosphere, the Auberge has lost none of its authenticity.

It was Julienne Mellot, mother of Joseph Mellot, who opened the Auberge MELLOT in 1882 to have her cuisine appreciated with the wines of the family domaine. Serving typical dishes that will remain engraved in the history of the auberge just as “the terrine of the winemaker” and “the ham omelette of Sancerre smoked with vine shoots”.

Here we combine the love of wine and the respect of terroir, with a menu that evolves with the seasons: a variety of crottin de Chavignol in all its forms, the green lentils of Berry prepared by the Chef and products from the market.

This menu is created to best pair the wines of Joseph Mellot domaines. The Auberge proposes a gourmet range of the terroir Sancerrois. Illustrious guests have stayed there such as Claude Monet, and much later, Maréchal Juin.

In a warm setting near the fireplace and among the old objects of the winemaker, enjoy a traditional meal or a terroir specialty, accompanied by the domaine wines of Joseph Mellot. The Auberge Joseph Mellot in Sancerre is a convivial place, where it combines the love of wine with regional cuisine and fresh, seasonal products.

Free WiFi – groups welcome by reservation – wine evenings organised.

Petit Futé 2017 Guide Michelin 2017 Listed in the “Cafés historiques et Patrimoniaux d’Europe” guide.

Two and three course menus from €19 to €28.

Local products, home cooked cuisine.