Restaurants French Atlantic Coast

In his sweet fisherman's hut - a converted salt store, to be exact -, the chef cooks up traditional dishes. He uses the freshest of fish (caught by his brother), vegetables from the garden and bold flavours. A real treat.

An excellent inn that has been run by the same family since 1870! The welcome is second to none. As for the food, you can expect gourmet fare, created using the finest ingredients. Everything is homemade, even the pastries served at breakfast. Stay t..

Melon soup with Pineau, marinated shellfish with tomato granita... the chef knows what he's doing. Meticulous preparation and well-balanced flavours go into the delicious modern dishes. The pretty mill makes for an elegant and contemporary setting an..

Enjoy generous foodie offerings at this highly recommended little eatery. Tongue terrine and vegetables, cheek of pork with citrus fruit and homemade purée, caramelised apple feuilleté... Smart dining room, despite the gloomy approach.

Colourful shutters, exposed stonework and beams... don't leave this village without discovering its pretty inn. Pride of place goes to local produce, and very tasty it is too!

Fans of the little village café will love this bistro! Starter and dessert buffets, spit-roast meat and homemade chips. Good food at its best - fresh, simple and wholesome!

Dishes such as rock salmon terrine with a pepper vinaigrette and fruit salad with citrus chips bear witness to the chef's imaginative, meticulously prepared and seasonally inspired cuisine. Cosy setting, including an attractive flower-decked patio. E..

Let time stand still by dining at this pleasant and elegant establishment. Classic, tasty and authentic, the cuisine reflects the chef's experience and talents. It is simply delicious!

Make a beeline for the wine cellars in the former stables. Authentic rusticity, a view of the bustling kitchen and wholesome regional cooking. Cookery lessons with the chef one Saturday every month.

A chic bistro in a small street between the ramparts and the River Charente. Trained in leading restaurants, the chef rustles up appealing market sourced cuisine. Not to be missed.

This charming stone house is alongside a little road in the bastide (medieval fortified town). The decor is simple and smart, and your taste buds won't complain about the classic cuisine, which is tasty and well made. House specialities include veal ..

Contemporary and inviting, this fashionable restaurant has a pretty veranda and pleasant terrace. Using seasonal ingredients, the chef meticulously concocts delicious hearty dishes, which you are more than happy to sample!

This restaurant with a contemporary decor is near the theatre and is a charming spot. It has a spacious terrace, ideal for lazing on summer days, and market sourced cuisine astutely blending flavours from here and there.

This restaurant is dedicated to seafood and decorated in a nautical style (blue and white hues, anchors, port holes, hurricane lamps). Naturally there is a fish tank, and during the season, lobster takes pride of place. A bumper catch.

This maritime bistro overlooks the huge beach. A menu full of fresh flavours, with seafood to the fore. On the blackboard menu, tasty little dishes presented by a chef who knows how to combine craftsmanship with simplicity. Pleasant and comfortable r..

At the Château de l'Yeuse, choose between the gourmet restaurant and this bistro. It offers generous cuisine at excellent value. Dishes include soft-boiled eggs, asparagus with cured ham, and caramelised belly of pork.

An old piano, polished concrete and contemporary artwork all add to the pleasant atmosphere in this restaurant, which occupies the oldest house in town. Local and organic produce take pride of place on the menu.

The secret of this contemporary establishment? Agreeable, fresh market sourced cuisine that is bursting with flavour, based on astutely updated timeless staples. Another plus is the brief but expertly chosen wine list.

This marine inspired restaurant - the annexe of the gourmet restaurant La Marine - serves good fish and seafood. The chef's sense of flavour and precision stand out in his unpretentious bistro dishes. An enjoyable meal!

Set amid green meadows and the sound of cow bells, this old farmhouse is steeped in country tradition. The chef knows how to make the best of the excellent local produce.