About
The Spirit of the Orangerie
Since 1992, we’ve taken pleasure in making you happy.
Discover our restaurant
French cuisine in a cozy setting
Franck Foucard, the chef at L’Orangerie, began his culinary career in Paris at the École Ferrandi. This was followed by a career spanning about ten years at several renowned restaurants, such as Le Conti, Le Thoumieux, and Maxim’s, where he honed his skills and refined his palate.Today, Franck offers seasonal French cuisine, crafted from fresh ingredients carefully selected by him and his team.
Today, Franck offers seasonal French cuisine, prepared using fresh ingredients carefully selected by him and his team.
On the menu, you’ll find dishes that blend tradition and indulgence, such as scallops roasted in champagne sauce, venison terrine with prunes and foie gras, and beef fillet served with gratin dauphinois.
Those with a sweet tooth will enjoy our homemade desserts, such as the almond praline mille-feuille, gingerbread made with Gâtinais honey, and the pistachio and morello cherry financier.
To accompany your meal, our cellar offers a selection of wines from renowned French wineries. A cocktail menu, featuring classics like the Negroni alongside house creations, as well as a non-alcoholic selection, is also available.
The dining room at L’Orangerie was designed as a warm and cozy haven, where everyone can feel at ease. Soft lighting, candles, and floral arrangements help create a setting perfect for a delightful and convivial dining experience.
Our team, passionate about hospitality, is dedicated to serving you with simplicity and warmth throughout your meal.
Our Awards
A restaurant that has earned recognition over the years
Since it opened in 1992, L’Orangerie has received numerous awards for the quality of its cuisine and hospitality.
In 2025, our most prestigious award was given to us by our customers. Thanks to their many positive reviews, we received the TripAdvisor Best of the Best 2025, an award that ranks L’Orangerie among the top 1% of the world’s highest-rated restaurants on the platform, and 9th in the “Fine Dining” category in France.
L’Orangerie joined the Collège Culinaire de France after being selected by Alain Ducasse.
Chef Franck Foucard holds the title of Maître Restaurateur, a distinction that recognizes his expertise and commitment to quality.
For several decades, L’Orangerie has been recommended by the Guide du Routard.
In 2025, L’Orangerie de Montargis became the first restaurant in the department to receive the “Destination d’Excellence” certification, awarded by Atout France.
The Tables & Auberges de France guide recognizes L’Orangerie as a “gourmet restaurant.”
L’Orangerie is recommended by the Petit Futé guide, which lists it among the favorites of Montargois residents.
A Message from Catherine and Franck
A big thank you to all of you who have
have supported us all these years.
Without you, everything we’ve built would have been impossible. For some customers, several generations have come and gone; for others, it’s been a simple discovery. In any case, we’ll always welcome you with the same passion. Thanks to our 30-year history—but above all, the loyalty of our customers—we’ve been able to turn L’Orangerie into a cozy haven where it’s wonderful to gather to simply share a meal or, perhaps, some memories. Catching up on the news of our loved ones—how are they doing? What are the kids up to?… Chatting and sharing a little bit about our respective lives—that’s what makes our restaurant in Montargis such a special place.