For a village of barely a thousand inhabitants, Arromanches has fifteen restaurants. With tour buses, some addresses inevitably play on traffic. Here are our ten favourites, ranked by use.
For a gastronomic dinner
1. Le Mouton Rathouin
17 rue du Maréchal Joffre. Our favourite. Bessin produce, controlled creativity, short but successful menus. Book 48 hours in advance on weekends. €45 to €65 per person.
For seafood and the view
2. La Petite Plage
23 rue du Maréchal Joffre. Stunning sea view from the terrace. Ultra-fresh seafood (the fishmonger delivers every morning), grilled fish, royal platters for festive evenings. €35 – €50.
3. Hôtel de la Marine
1 quai du Canada. Arromanches' historic restaurant. Terrace facing the sea, seafood, bistro classics. More institutional but reliable. €30 – €45.
For a quality brasserie
4. Brasserie d'en face Brillant
2 rue Petit Fontaine. Menu highlighting local produce. Good selection of ciders and wines. Terrace. €22 – €35.
5. Le Bistrot d'Arromanches
Place du 6 juin. Daily specials, market produce, relaxed atmosphere. Good value. €20 – €30.
For crêpes and unbooked evenings
6. Terre d'Escale
50 metres from the villa. Buckwheat galettes and wheat crêpes, salads, fish & chips, ice cream. Bar with beers and ciders. Family atmosphere. €12 – €20.
7. La Crêperie de la Plage
Rue du Maréchal Joffre. Classic crêperie done well. Generous galettes, sea view from the mezzanine. €15 – €22.
For sweet breaks
8. Compagnie des Glaces
6 metres from the villa, on the seawall. Artisanal ice cream, seasonal sorbets. The salted-caramel is compulsory.
9. La Petite Boulangerie d'Arromanches
Place du 6 juin. Good baguettes, pastries, sandwiches to go for the walk. Open 7am to 7pm in season.
For a picnic at the villa
10. The Wednesday morning market
Place du 6 juin, 8am – 1pm. Local producers: Bessin cheeses, artisanal charcuterie, smoked fish, vegetables. Ideal to prepare a terrace lunch at the villa.
Beyond Arromanches
If you are ready to take the car for an exceptional dinner:
- Le Lion d'Or in Bayeux — historic institution.
- Le Botaniste in Bayeux — Michelin-starred.
- L'Imaginaire in Bayeux — creative gastronomy.
- Le Bel Ami in Port-en-Bessin — seafood facing the port.
Our practical tips
Book on weekends and June – July
Good tables in Arromanches fill up quickly in season. Anticipate by at least 48 hours.
Opt for the daily specials
Often the best value, and always the freshest.
Check opening days
Many restaurants close 1 or 2 days per week from October to April (often Monday-Tuesday). Don't leave it to the last minute.
Taste Arromanches without going further
All these restaurants are within 10 minutes' walk of the villa.
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