Location: Saint-Malo
Top Restaurants in Saint-Malo
Where to Eat in Saint-Malo: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Saint-Malo, originally built as a walled citadel guarding the mouth of the Rance river, was for centuries home to feared pirates. They’ve all gone to Davy Jones’ Locker, though, and now it’s Brittany’s most-visited city. Walk the bustling streets of the reconstructed old city and the vast beaches, making sure to stop at the Grande Porte, Porte St-Vincent, the town’s castle with its Musée de la Ville and the Grand Aquarium.
Things to do in Saint-Malo
1. Creperie La Touline
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 632 reviews
Reviewed By Nicholas S
My wife and I LOVE crêperies, which are our default restaurant when we aren't sure what we want to eat. We ended up at the Crêperie La Touline because it was next to our hotel (the Hotel Bristol Union). We've had more creative galettes elsewhere, but in terms of quality for price, the meal we had at the Crêperie La Touline was excellent. Even though we walked in at nine on a Saturday evening, the service was friendly and efficient. (We speak French, but I'm pretty sure English would have worked just as well.) The food was well-prepared, nicely presented, and extremely tasty. We were the only Americans in the restaurant, and it was clear that the locals and French tourists were very happy with their meals. If you want a nice local crêpe experience, try the Creperie La Touline.
2. Creperie Le Tournesol
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Au coeur de la cité corsaire, Vanessa et James proposent un large choix de galettes et de crêpes réalisées à la demande sous les yeux des clients ! Produits régionaux et artisanaux.
Reviewed By Frank B - Speyer, Germany
Typical Crêperie which offers lunch and dinner. On serve are Crêpe, Galette and Cidre, which are pretty OK, but not outstanding. Service is also OK and the meals come very quick, but all in all, we got the feeling, it was some kind of prepared. Therefore we felt a bit under time pressure and not able to settle back.
3. Creperie Margaux
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 804 reviews
Reviewed By Thalia8 - Melbourne, Australia
Saint-Malo in summer is packed with tourists and restaurants. We didn't know where to go for crepes. Margaux was quietly busy with what looked like locals, always a good sign. We had the best caramel and apple crepes, and superb Emmental galette, washed down with large teacups of apple cider. It's situated on a pretty square, where you can sit outside and people watch. The plates of the other diners looked delicious too. Excellent service.
4. Restaurant Bouche en Folie
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 791 reviews
Reviewed By AnnVG - Puurs, Belgium
Lovely little gem away from the hustle and bustle of the main streets and the tourist traps that serve run-of-the-mill food. They serve a three-course lunch menu with an abundant choice of dishes. Each one served to other tables looked just as finger licking delicious as the ones we picked, which makes it clear that you simply cannot make the wrong choice (only sulk because they don't have a 4 or 5-course menu so you could try more). The freshest fishes in original presentation or with delicious beurre blanc sauces, all served by the friendliest and most sociable waiter/owner I have met (in France) so far (the dog was watered before we were).
People seem to stumble upon this place haphazardly like we did, so the place fills up quickly, and lunch service also end around 2 p.m. So if you intend to go, for lunch or dinner, it's probably safest to reserve a table ahead.
Forget the crêpes, moules-frites and plateaux fruits de mer: this is the best cuisine that France/Bretagne has to offer, upholding its culinary tradition.
5. Le Saint Placide
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 379 reviews
Reviewed By MaryEllenStamford - Stamford
The best of the many fine restaurants at which I dined during a recent eating foray in France, Le Saint-Placide combines a refined yet friendly front of the house experience with exquisitely prepared food, delighting the eye as well as the palate. Not cheap, but this level of quality never is. Watch for a 2nd star one of these days!
6. Restaurant L'Art Caddy
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 202 reviews
Reviewed By Jannerbloke - Devon
Glad we didn't miss it. Came in on a recommendation and just after it had been loaded with the Christmas decorations. And those on top of the busy wall and ceiling filling Americana enamel license plates and period retail ads. Initially felt oppressive and maybe cramped but within moments we adjusted. Only open for lunch and tea at this time of year. Soon after we came in to pick a good little table the place filled with local French people and the place had a lively convivial air overlaid with Ella Fitzgerald and some blue grass bible belt stuff. We had a delightful lunch, cactus kir followed by Californian red and two delightful savoury tarts and super desserts. Good lunch and good fun. Way different from the routine tourist trap creperies and the few but indifferent fish restaurants.
7. Creperie des Bes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 462 reviews
Reviewed By Norfolktraveller77 - East Dereham, Norfolk.
For anyone visiting St.Malo for the first time one can’t imagine the large number of places available for eating. The choice is amazing. Having visited St.Malo previously with little knowledge of the ratings of these establishments, we decided to do a Google search of crêperies. Surprisingly, nearly all of the crêperies scored 4* out of a possible 5*, but a couple scores 4½*. Crêperie des Bés was one of the latter, and eventually we found it tucked away in a side street at 4, rue Thevenard. The interior was small and typical crêperie ambience. Staff were very pleasant and attentive. Menu was extensive with some unusual combinations. I chose the galette with lardons, leeks and mushrooms. Mouth-wateringly delicious and the galette moist and very tasty. To finish I had crêpe with apple and salted butter ice-cream, which was beautifully presented. The photos justify why this crêperie was credited with a 4½* rating. When we return to St.Malo in the future, there will be no hesitation as to where we will be eating!!
8. Autour du Beurre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 673 reviews
Come discover an instinctive yet mastered cuisine, which allows Bordier butters to express themselves with seasonal products. The 'Bistro Autour du Beurre' offers you ideas full of freshness. Our Chef Steve Delamaire cooks with local fishing and market products which features Bordier butters. A unique and historic place, mixing raw, design and second-hand materials. You can privatize the 'Bistro' with a menu discussed with the Chef, or organize a lively 'wine-cheese reception' (40 covers seated, 55 standing).
Reviewed By Viking77London - London
2nd time at this restaurant.
We followed the advice given on several of the reviews and had what is essential half a lobster turned into 4 courses. Cleverly done, interesting flavours.
The butter flavours have changed since our last visit but in an interesting way.
They have an English version of the menu which is rare in France but very nice (thank you)!
The food was good, wine ok, would be nice if the bread would be fresh and baked on site rather then typical dry baguette that was baked and bought in the morning, very common in France but for tourists it's odd that even meals at up marked restaurants are supplied by dry bidding bread, especially at a restaurant like this who promote their lovely butter which is sold next door but it deserved quality bread!
Would be nice to have only one waiter as contact rather then several.
The team went out of their way to help celebrate a special birthday which was very kind of them.
Enjoyed the evening and would be happy to return in the future.
9. Sabaidy - Cuisine d'Asie
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 222 reviews
Reviewed By Grumpygitt2 - Dorset England
Tried to go to this restaurant a couple of times before, on recommendation of a Parisian friend, but had always been closed. This time we struck lucky. For starter I chose Chicken soup with coconut & spices. Delicious. My Parisian friend recommended Pork with caramel...MoreThanks a lot for your kind post, we are glad you liked our restaurant! We hope to see you very soon in Saint Malo. Kind regards, The Cuisine d'Asie Sabaidy team
10. Creperie du Port
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 392 reviews
Reviewed By Curb_Safe_Charmer - St. Helier, United Kingdom
This is the second time I have eaten here and it has been very good both times. I could not fault any aspect of the food or the service. The staff are charming and welcoming to us British. A galette complet together with some local cider and a green salad, followed by a sweet crepe is the perfect combo.
