3 Best Restaurants in St-Malo, Brittany

Ar Iniz

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When in St-Malo, what could be more fitting than a seafood meal overlooking the ocean? When dining at this gently priced, fish-centric restaurant and bar set in a seaside hotel, opt for copious plates of langoustine, shrimps, oysters, and bulots (sea snails), or choose a fixed-price menu that highlights what the kitchen does best: fresh fish and lots of veggies. You can catch the sunset over the water from the large outdoor terrace or take a walk on the promenade after a satisfying meal. Popular with locals, it's a good idea to reserve a table ahead of time.
Dinner Family French Lunch Prix-Fixe $$$
8 bd. Hébert, St-Malo, Brittany, 35400, France
02–99–56–01–19
www.ariniz.com
Known For
  • friendly atmosphere
  • exceptionally priced fixed menus
  • terrace with views over the water
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No dinner Sun.

Le Saint-Placide

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This sleek, modern dining room has managed to garner serious accolades—not to mention a Michelin star—in a town where culinary talent is in no short supply. Chef Luc Mobihan's cuisine brilliantly blends flavors to draw out the intrinsic qualities of local meat and seafood without overpowering it. Lobster-and-bacon risotto is both rich and light, and langoustine ravioli with coriander and Parmesan literally melts in the mouth. With three prix-fixe menus to choose from, diners have the pleasure of sampling a range of dishes.

Modern French Prix-Fixe Lunch Dinner $$$$
6 pl. du Poncel, St-Malo, Brittany, 35400, France
02–99–81–70–73
www.st-placide.com
Known For
  • exquisite presentation of fresh local seafood
  • langoustine ravioli with coriander and Parmesan
  • three prix-fixe menus to choose from
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Tues., and 3rd wk of Feb., Reservations essential

Salon de Thé La Maison du Sarrasin

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Part of the Breizh Café crêperie empire, this chic little tearoom is where you can enjoy truly gourmet creations, all made from buckwheat, with a Japanese inflection. Try artisanal Breton ham with comté cheese, beurre Bordier, candied onions, and a side of seaweed pickles. Or if you prefer a savory pie, you'll find versions like artichoke, goat cheese, and zucchini with a buckwheat crust on the daily menu. Pastry chef Mayumi Okusa's exceptionally delicate dessert crêpes are a must; options include fresh strawberries and yuzu cream; salted caramel; or chestnut cream with vanilla mousse, candied chestnuts, and meringue. If you're inspired, stop into La Maison du Sarrasin next door to shop the best of Brittany's culinary delights.

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