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Dining The guide was updated: 2023-10-27

La Rochelle and the surrounding region have many culinary assets. The gourmets will be spoiled with a large variety of delicious seafood dishes. In one of the many restaurants of the old city, you will find numerous of the delights of the ocean, like the famous Oyster Marenne d’Oléron. Trying this is a must! Those who are fond of snails will try the succulent dishes of Cagouilles also called “small gray”. Other regional recipes include the famous melon charentais, coq au pineau (rooster with Pineau des Charentes, the local liquor), goat cheese, and much more.

Bar André

Bar André

In the old harbour, decorated in a nautical theme, André is best known for its large fish and seafood platters at reasonable prices, including the wine. Here you can try oysters, sea bass in “beurre blanc charentais”, turbot with artichokes or crabs. We'll let you take your pick!

Christopher Coutanceau

Christopher Coutanceau

Christopher Coutanceau is one of La Rochelle’s finest restaurants and a starred venue on the sea front. It offers several delicate specialties like the tartar of prawns in oyster jelly or the curried turbot with coriander. This is the right venue for demanding gourmets!

Les Flots

Les Flots

Located at the foot of the Three Towers, Les Flots is a gastronomic venue (owned by Coutanceau as well), which features a varied and fine menu. Daily updates are made in the menu according to the “catch” of the day, a guarantee for fresh and delicious products!

Les 4 Sergents

Les 4 Sergents

With so many seafood eateries in la Rochelle, you might need a change and want to try this restaurant that offers a great regional cuisine with an extensive variety of wines. The duck breast in honey and lime at Les 4 Sergents is claimed to be just perfect!

Le Thiers Temps

Le Thiers Temps

In this restaurant you can enjoy an innovative cuisine for a dinner in a warm atmosphere. Le Thiers Temps is popular among its guest and on the menu you will find classic French courses such as fois gras, cod or more original desert such as the Nutella crème brulée.

Coquillages et Crustacés

Coquillages et Crustacés

This is a popular restaurant located outside the city centre, but people rarely hesitate to take the detour. Enjoy your dinner outdoors and watch the sun set over the sea and towards the horizon. Choose between dishes like stuffed clams, salmon tartar, and cod.

Les Perot-Quais

Les Perot-Quais

This Vegetarian-friendly restaurant is a great choice if you are looking for something different, the menu also includes fish and meat dishes. Les Perot-Quais is truly popular among its customers and serves lovely dishes with thrilling combinations of food and flavours. Think about making a reservation at this French/European restaurant!

Le Comptoir Italien

Le Comptoir Italien

Specialist in Italian cuisine, Le Comptoir Italien serves different types of well prepared dishes along with an astonishing wine list. This popular restaurant will make you discover flavors from all around Italy, from pasta to tiramisu.

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