About Le Relais Charlemagne

The moment a plate arrives at the table, the thoughtful balance of flavors becomes apparent. At Le Relais Charlemagne, the culinary creations showcase a respect for traditional techniques while hinting at inventive touches. A richly textured terrine accompanied by crisp vegetables contrasts beautifully with tender cuts of meat, each presented with a simplicity that refuses to overshadow quality. Diners browsing Le Relais Charlemagne photos often notice the unpretentious plating, which underscores the dishes themselves rather than decorative excess. Though some might find the portion sizes modest, the experience leans toward savoring rather than mere consumption.

Conversations hum in a space where rustic charm meets subtle refinement. Ambient lighting combined with exposed wooden beams creates an inviting atmosphere that blends well with attentive and unobtrusive waitstaff. While some reviews laud the warmth of the team, occasional delays during peak hours suggest a need for staffing adjustments. The varied menu at this restaurant supports both classic tastes and seasonal exploration, and its pacing permits patrons to linger without feeling rushed. A wine selection with regional highlights complements the dishes but could invite deeper curation to satisfy connoisseurs.

Not all is immediately visible upon arrival; the setting encourages a slower appreciation of the meal and surroundings. For those referencing Le Relais Charlemagne reviews online, the consistency of flavors and comforting ambiance often comes up as a plus, though some highlight that the experience might lack the adventurous edge found in other nearby establishments. Nonetheless, value registers positively given the care in sourcing and preparation. The balance between tradition and subtle innovation makes the visit one where each taste and gesture slowly unfolds, a quality frequently captured in user-shared snapshots and reflections alike.

Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ Dine-in

+ Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Great cocktails

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Great wine list

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Cocktails

+ Coffee

+ Healthy options

+ Spirits

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Catering

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Bar on site

+ Toilet

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Quiet

+ Romantic

+ Upmarket

Crowd

Crowd

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Lunch reservations recommended

+ Reservations required

+ Dinner reservations recommended

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Children

Children

+ Kids' menu

Parking

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 09:00 AM - 10:30 PM
  • Friday: 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday: 09:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Sunday: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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+33 3 23 22 21 50

4 Rte de Laon, 02840 Samoussy, France

Reviews

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J'ai appris que le restaurant avait été repris par des ex-employés en octobre 2024. Toujours le même plaisir gustatif, la même gentillesse. Le cadre est un peu vieillissant mais sans rien de grave et des rénovations semblent prévues en 2026, qui rendront le tout parfait. Mais nous n'attendrons pas 2026 pour revenir, car c'était un vrai plaisir ! Le drapeau reste porté très haut, bravo !

- Franck Pellé -

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Rdv familial réussi en passant par un super repas, excellent, de l'entrée au dessert, avec des plats cuisinés "maison". Service impeccable. Personnel à l'écoute. (Je n'ai pas de photo du dessert... Désolé... Et pourtant il était délicieux : mille feuilles -sorbet fruits rouges- servi tiède : une tuerie comme dirait notre fille!) Je recommande!

- Joce Sico -

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Ce restaurant a été visité lors d'un voyage de groupe. Très belle découverte, une cuisine excellente, copieuse. Je recommande !

- françoise perroux -

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Excellent restaurant with several dining rooms. Well worked food with generous portions. The service is bit slow but we rather wait & have great dishes… take yr time. The wine list offers great choices at reasonable prices. There are outside tables for Summer time. Le Relais Charlemagne ? A Must between Reims & Laon !

- Chris Mj -

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Toujours et encore la meilleure table de la région laonnoise Un service impeccable, Des mets raffiné, Des assiettes à l'esthétique travaillée Une valeur sûre ! Quelque soit le menu, nous ne sommes jamais déçus Bonnes fêtes de fin d'année et à bientôt

- Karine Hilliard -

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Just happened upon it during the drive to Laon. Wonderful smoked salmon and charred scallops! They keep serving appetizers and after dinner treats!

- Ethan Ham -

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Une très belle expérience accompagnés d'un couple d'amis. De l'accueil, un lieu chaleureux, la gentillesse du personnel. Que dire de plus des assiettes servies, toutes aussi belles que goûteuses. Des saveurs excellentes. Encore félicitations aux nouveaux propriétaires. Plein de bonheur et de réussite à vous.

- angélique Moujeard -

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