Dinner near Versailles?

Any worthwhile places after we spend the day exploring? Or should we just head back to Central Paris...

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There are some wonderful places to eat, but I think it might depend on your definition of worthwhile. Except for Les Trois Marches at the Trianon Palace (you would probably want to bring a change of clothes unless you%26#39;re touring in a jacket and tie), there aren%26#39;t a lot of super upscale dining experiences that you couldn%26#39;t have back in the city that are close to the Chateau. There are a few restaurants within walking distance, but for the most part you%26#39;ll find cafes and brasseries. La Flotille, located on the grounds, is actually a very good restaurant, and is open until the parc closes, so you could pack a picnic lunch for your afternoon break, and then go to La Flotille at the end of your day before you take the train back. Their 26€ menu generally consists of the quintessential fare of %26quot;tourists%26quot;, (Faux Filet, Confit de Canard, Boeuf Bourgingnon) so it%26#39;s not that innovative, but what they have is good. Le Quai is also excellent if you like seafood.

The problem you%26#39;ll find with the better restaurants is that, just like in Paris, they won%26#39;t open until 1900 or 1930h, so you may have to kill some time before you eat, which could make for a very, very long day if you plan to arrive early at the Chateau.

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How about if we are staying the night and really need something open that late?

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thanks for the informative post-- when I say worthwhile, I mean a good atmo and good food... but casual since we%26#39;ll be trolling through the grounds all day.... I will also say that I am a veggie-- so, some places may not be the best for me.... I like the idea of taking a picnic though!

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