La Rochelle - Eating
La Rochelle and the surrounding region have many culinary assets. The gourmets will be spoiled with seafood dishes. In one of the many restaurants of the old city, you will find one of the delights of the ocean like the famous Oyster Marenne d’Oléron. 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…
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. Oyster, sea bass with “beurre blanc charentais,” turbot with artichokes, or crabs, it’s all up to you!
A Côté De Chez Fred
Located near the town’s best-known fish shop, Chez Fred is also an excellent venue for seafood. It’s very popular and booking is essential. The roast “rascasse” is succulent!
Richard Coutanceau
This is one of La Rochelle’s finest restaurants with several fine specialities like the tartare of prawns in oyster jelly or the curried turbot with coriander. The right venue for demanding gourmets!
Les Flots
Located at the foot of the Three Towers, Les Flots is a gastronomic venue (owned by Coutanceau), which features a varied and fine menu. Changes are made according to the “catch” of the day.
La Marine
A Brasserie that features seafood platters, oysters and a variety of fish dishes. The fish stew and the fermented cabbage are particularly good. There are also several grilled meat dishes available. Excellent view of the old harbour and the Three Towers.
Les 4 Sergents
If you’re tired of seafood, this restaurant offers a great regional cuisine with an extensive variety of wines. The duck breast in honey lime is perfect!
