Le Havre
Solid brasserie food is served up at this Le Havre institution whose origins, in a former incarnation, go back to the late 16th century. Think bowls…
Must-see restaurants in Brittany & Normandy
Honfleur
Honfleur-raised Vincent Guyon cooked in some of Paris' top kitchens before returning to his hometown to make good and open his own (now celebrated)…
Golfe du Morbihan
The seafood is superb, but almost secondary at this convivial but busy eatery dramatically perched on a small cliff on the blustery Côte Sauvage; bookings…
Golfe du Morbihan
Top recommendation on the Morbihan Coast goes to this Carnac restaurant run by Carnacois maître-cuisinier Pierre Michaud, who has won plaudits for his…
Giverny
This gorgeous sky-blue-trimmed property’s airy white dining room is a handsome stage for chef Eric Guerin’s exquisite and inventive Michelin-starred…
Finistère
There's no sea view (it's in Crozon's town centre), but this is the gourmet choice. With its intimate dining room, charming welcome and delicious cuisine,…
Brittany
Super-chef Olivier Roellinger’s sumptuous restaurant is housed in the impressive Château Richeux, 4km south of Cancale. Roellinger’s creations have earned…
Brittany
This Michelin-starred restaurant is a triumph. Raphaël-Fumio Kudaka has created a menu of wonder with Breton ingredients at this fantastic outpost of…
Golfe du Morbihan
Hidden among the timber-frame houses of the old city, this stellar restaurant is overseen by one of Britanny's most talented names, Thierry Seychelles,…
St-Malo
This casual bistro showcases the cheeses and butters handmade by the world-famous Jean-Yves Bordier; you'll find his shop next door. At the bistro, the…
Finistère
Splash out on the best of Breton seafood at this Michelin-starred restaurant on the seafront at the east end of town. Chef Loïc Le Bail sources top local…
Finistère
This good-looking Quimper institution is one of Brittany's oldest brasseries and hits the mark with its buzzy, contemporary dining areas, efficient…
Rouen
This charmingly decorated eatery serves excellent bistro classics – think osso bucco (veal casserole), fillet of sole, beef tartare – with the day's…
Finistère
Bang in the heart of Roscoff, this brasserie serves excellent seafood. You can choose your own crab and lobster from the window tank, tuck into the…
Rennes
This very smart bistro garners serious accolades in a city where talent is in no short supply and competition is fierce. The chef has created a choice…
Normandy
Young chef Pierre Marion is at the helm of the town's best restaurant, which has been serving Cherbourg gastronomes for over a decade. Expect a lively…
Brittany
Not your average crêperie, the Breizh Café is renowned for its gourmet crêpes and galettes made from organic flours. The cappuccino-and-cream decor gives…
Bayeux
With a vast expanse of glass in its windows and set with white-painted cast-iron chairs, this sumptuously decorated patisserie and salon de thé (tearoom),…
St-Malo
This will be one of your most memorable meals in Brittany, from the delicious menu at this international name to the excellent service. The creative chef…
Honfleur
This celebrated two-Michelin-starred restaurant dazzles with its exquisite, brilliantly inventive dishes. Chef Alexandre Bourdas trained in Japan (sakana…
Honfleur
This small and dainty eatery near Église Ste-Catherine is managed by Anne-Marie Carneiro, who greets guests, waits tables and cooks. Service can therefore…
Calvados
One of Deauville's top dining rooms, L'Essentiel serves up an imaginative blend of French ingredients with Asian and Latin American accents. Start off…
Finistère
For picturesque, flavour-rich dining, head to Ar Piliguet, beautifully set in a traditional house behind the tourist office. Dishes are packed with fresh,…
Rouen
Delicious lamian – homemade noodles pulled by hand – has brought city-wide fame to this humble Chinese eatery. Watch the Hong Kong-born chefs in action…
Calvados
Across from the fish market, Les Vapeurs has been going strong in Trouville since 1927. The huge menu is a showcase for seafood platters, oysters (from …
Caen
In the same building as the Musée des Beaux-Arts within the Château de Caen, this stylish place serves up delicious, traditional French cuisine –…
Normandy
For cutting-edge cuisine concocted from top-quality ingredients, this Michelin-starred place is worth seeking out. Chef Christian Arhan has a soft spot…
Golfe du Morbihan
In business for over 30 years, this tempting crêperie is one of the best on the harbourfront. It prepares perfectly buttered Breton crêpes and galettes,…
Rouen
Grab a seat at the horseshoe-shaped bar at this casual but polished eatery located inside Rouen's covered market for uberfresh seafood. Specials change…
Honfleur
For an inexpensive and casual meal, La Cidrerie is a superb choice, serving up a winning combination of piping-hot galettes (savoury buckwheat crêpes) and…
Bayeux
On a street lined with restaurants, L'Alchimie has a simple but elegant design that takes nothing from the beautifully presented dishes. Choose from the…
Rouen
Citizen is undeniably hip with its black lines, industrial fixtures and groovy tunes playing overhead. More important is the excellent coffee, and the…
Normandy
A prime place for lunch or dinner, this family-run Norman bistro decked out in sea paraphernalia serves outstanding seafood. Fresh-off-the-boat dishes,…
Honfleur
In an eclectic and artfully designed space with an open kitchen, L'Endroit serves beautifully prepared dishes that showcase the bounty of Normandy fields…
Rouen
Tucked away inside a secondhand shop and furnished with mismatching furniture and tables, this very charming and fun establishment is hugely popular with…
Golfe du Morbihan
A near-life-size statue of a smiling Breton lady bearing a tray greets you at the entrance of this popular stone and dark-wood crêperie. Generous fillings…
Calvados
The sizeable Marché aux Poissons is the place in Trouville to head for fresh oysters with lemon (from €9 to €16 a dozen) and other maritime delicacies…
Bayeux
Near the cathedral, this friendly, welcoming eatery whips up creative, beautifully prepared dishes that highlight the Norman bounty without pretension…
Normandy
Tucked down a narrow lane just a short stroll from the marina, this delightful spot serves up market-fresh fare that highlights delicacies from the region…
Rouen
Arched ceilings, pale stone walls and some low-playing blues set the scene for an enjoyable night nibbling on delicious savoury galettes, while sipping…
