La Table By Mi-K'L

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La Table By Mi-K'L in Saumur: Bib Gourmand Modern Cuisine in the Loire

A Cantine with Conscience

At La Table By Mi-K'L in Saumur, chef Mickaël Pihours runs a kitchen grounded in nature. The restaurant calls itself a “cantine” – a place where the cooking is direct, but never careless. The guiding words are conviviality, creativity, and proximity. Vegetal, local ingredients take centre stage, and the dining room itself reflects this: plants and natural materials set the tone for a meal that feels both relaxed and deliberate.

Eco-Responsible Modern Cuisine

Pihours has long been committed to reducing the restaurant’s carbon footprint. That means menus driven by seasonality and short supply chains, supporting producers in the Saumur region. The cuisine is modern, but not flashy – the chef’s motto is “creativity in simplicity.” Dishes change with what the land offers, and the kitchen’s eco-responsible approach is as much a matter of taste as it is of principle.

Recognition from Michelin

In 2026, Michelin awarded La Table By Mi-K'L a Bib Gourmand, its distinction for good quality, good value cooking. The award fits naturally: here, thoughtful sourcing and honest technique meet a fair price. Whether you come for lunch or dinner, the experience is singular – a meal that feels authentic to its place, served in a warm, unpretentious room.