MONUMENT CAFE FONTAINEBLEAU- Les petites bouches de l'Empereur, Restaurant in the Belle Cheminée wing of Fontainebleau Castle, France.
Monument Café Fontainebleau is a restaurant housed in the Belle Cheminée wing of the castle, serving French cooking prepared fresh each day. A terrace overlooks the carp pond and fountain courtyard, allowing diners to sit among the castle's stone architecture while enjoying their meal.
The restaurant's name comes from a historical imperial service that managed Emperor Napoleon's meals and responded to his food requests throughout the day. This role existed during the time when the castle served as a royal residence where the emperor stayed.
The café operates as part of a network dedicated to serving food in French historical sites, bringing everyday dining into spaces once reserved for nobility. Visitors experience how classical French cooking continues as a tradition passed down through generations in these significant locations.
The restaurant is located inside the castle, so you should plan to access it through the main castle entrances and allow time to navigate the interior halls. The menu offers a multi-course experience with seasonal dishes prepared fresh by the chef each day.
The dining rooms were renovated to frame views of the castle's Golden Gate while serving dishes like cuttlefish in lobster bisque paired with courgette risotto made using classical cooking methods. This blend of refined technique and Renaissance stonework creates an uncommon dining experience.
Location: Fontainebleau
Address: Château de Fontainebleau, Pl. du Général de Gaulle, 77300 Fontainebleau
Phone: +33172661049
Website: http://monument-cafe.com
GPS coordinates: 48.40151,2.70042
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:05
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