10 Best Restaurants in Étretat
Where to Eat in Étretat and What to Try?
The best restaurants in Étretat reflect its rich culinary heritage. This scenic Normandy town is known for its dramatic cliffs and architectural charm, which have inspired generations of writers and artists, but its food is also an attraction. Étretat’s dining scene offers a range of experiences, from cosy creperies and casual bistros to gourmet establishments focusing on creative French cuisine with global influences.
Whether you’re looking for a Michelin-starred sensory experience or a casual local eatery, the town’s dining options are as memorable as its iconic scenery. Check out our round-up of some of the best restaurants to try in Étretat.
1. La Flottille
Beloved local restaurant with an open fire
Ideal para: Famílias, Alimentação
Locals and visitors alike flock to La Flottille, a popular restaurant serving seafood specialities and meats cooked over an open, wood-fired grill, and you’ll often see a queue outside. It’s a cheerful setting with a lively atmosphere and fast service, especially if you order the dishes of the day.
You can’t make reservations, which explains the queue, so be prepared for a short wait. It can get hot in the summer months with the open fire but it’s a cosy place to dine when it’s cooler outside. Make sure to try the mussels and clams and wash them down with the Normandy cider, a local speciality.
Localização: 22 Rue Alphonse Karr, 76790 Étretat, France
Abre: Hours vary by season
Telefone: +33 (0)2 35 28 94 71
La Flottille
2. Restaurant du Golf d’Etretat
Incredible views of the Alabaster Coast
Ideal para: Famílias, Foto, Alimentação
The views are so mesmerising at Restaurant du Golf d’Etretat that you wouldn’t be disappointed if the food were below par. But it isn’t. The dishes at this chic restaurant are simple but flavourful and beautifully presented.
The menu changes monthly, but you can expect creative seafood dishes and salads with good quality seasonal ingredients, all at reasonable prices. You can show up for lunch any day of the week, but you’ll need reservations if you go for dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings. (The restaurant only offers a lunch service on other days).
Localização: Rte du Havre, 76790 Étretat, France
Abre: Sunday–Thursday from 11 am to 2 am, Friday–Saturday from 11 am to 3 am
Telefone: +33 (0)2 35 27 00 54
Restaurant du Golf d'Etretat
3. Le Bel Ami
Quality Mediterranean cuisine with a Lebanese twist
Ideal para: Famílias, Casais, Alimentação
Le Bel Ami is a bright, inviting bistro and wine bar near the beach, known for its refined Mediterranean cuisine with a Lebanese twist. Run by the eco-conscious team behind Étretat’s Michelin-starred restaurant Donjon, it emphasises quality, creativity and locally sourced ingredients.
The spacious interior complements an à la carte menu featuring creative mezze, selections of small plates for sharing, vegetarian options and Mediterranean-inspired dishes like tuna tataki, braised scallops with coconut, lobster burgers and the popular sea bream ceviche with pomegranate and sumac. A reasonably priced set menu is available Monday to Saturday. It’s a popular spot so book ahead.
Localização: 25/27 Rue Alphonse Karr, 76790 Étretat, France
Abre: Daily from 11.45 am to 2.30 pm and from 6.45 pm to 10 pm
Telefone: +33 (0)2 27 43 56 25
Le Bel Ami
4. Le Clos Lupin
Lively French bistro
Ideal para: Famílias, Casais, Alimentação
Le Clos Lupin is a popular eatery named for Arsene Lupin, the gentleman thief and famous French literary character created by Maurice Leblanc in Étretat. The family-run bistro-style restaurant serves seasonal dishes in a cheerful setting. It’s located away from the waterfront restaurants but still gets busy due to its popularity.
You choose from the daily, 4-course set menu that features delicious creative Mediterranean and French dishes with a focus on seafood. If you feel like a nightcap after dinner, head downstairs to Le Yard, a friendly bar in the basement of Le Clos Lupin, and one of the few late-night venues in the town.
Localização: 37 Rue Alphonse Karr, 76790 Étretat, France
Abre: Tuesday–Saturday from noon to 1.45 pm and from 7 pm to 8.45 pm (closed on Mondays and Sundays)
Telefone: +33 (0)6 72 12 86 03
Le Clos Lupin
5. Racine
Creative fusion of sub-Saharan, Mediterranean and Japanese cuisines
Ideal para: Famílias, Alimentação, Luxo
Racine, or Roots, is a high-end restaurant serving creative and eco-conscious cuisine that blends flavours from sub-Saharan, Mediterranean and Japanese culinary traditions and gives them an innovative twist. Chef Senda David Waguena, draws influences from his native Togo and his experiences in Italian and French kitchens and incorporates the elegance of Japanese presentation.
His dishes are a showcase of diverse global flavours and artistic flare. To enjoy some of the best Racine has to offer, try the brunch, which offers a buffet-style range of sweet and savoury dishes.
Localização: Chem. de Saint-Clair, 76790 Étretat, France
Telefone: +33 (0)2 35 27 08 23
Racine
6. Hoa Binh
Homey Asian restaurant near the waterfront
Ideal para: Famílias, Foto, Alimentação
You feel like you’re walking into someone’s home at Hoa Binh, a warm and welcoming Chinese/Vietnamese restaurant located near the Étretat waterfront. It’s a convenient stop after visiting the town’s famous white cliffs. Small and cosy with just a few tables, it’s run by an elderly couple who do not move swiftly but make you feel very comfortable.
They serve simple, flavourful dishes at reasonable prices for the area in a charmingly cluttered dining room with lovely views of the cliffs and the houses on the hill. If you’re not sure what to order, you can ask for recommendations in French or English. The curries and rice dishes are popular and try the deep-fried fruit beignet for dessert.
Localização: 44 Bis Rue Alphonse Karr, 76790 Étretat, France
Abre: Tuesday–Sunday from noon to 3 pm and 7 pm to 10 pm (closed on Mondays)
Telefone: +33 (0)2 35 27 10 25
Hoa Binh
7. La Fromagerie d’Étretat
Breakfast, brunch and lunch spot specialising in local cheese
Ideal para: Famílias, Casais, Alimentação
La Fromagerie d’Étretat is a busy, welcoming spot for breakfast, brunch and lunch set just back from the waterfront. It offers a selection of high-quality local cheeses and charcuterie, along with fresh salads, sandwiches, steaks and oysters.
The cheese boards are a highlight, with a variety of local cheeses and the option to purchase any particular favourites to take home. We recommend the breakfast omelettes and salads, but La Fromagerie d’Étretat is also a good option if you are craving a good steak.
Localização: 12 Rue Alphonse Karr, 76790 Étretat, France
Abre: Thursday–Monday from 10 am to 6 pm (closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
Telefone: +33 (0)9 82 47 53 28
La Fromagerie d'Étretat
8. Restaurant Gastronomique Le Donjon
A Michelin-starred sensory experience for foodies
Ideal para: Casais, Luxo
Restaurant Gastronomique Le Donjon is a Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant in a grand manor with stunning views over Étretat and the ocean. This Michelin-starred restaurant offers artistic culinary creations from a set menu of 5 or 7 courses or a 3-course vegetarian option.
The dishes feature unforgettable flavour pairings, textures and presentation and the gracious waiters provide detailed explanations of each dish as it arrives. The prices are reasonable for a Michelin-starred restaurant and sensory experience of this calibre. Wine is available by the glass or bottle though the curated wine pairings are the best option. If you’re after a seat with a view, ask for a window table when you book.
Localização: Chem. de Saint-Clair, 76790 Étretat, France
Abre: Hours vary by season
Telefone: +33 (0)2 35 27 08 23
Restaurant Gastronomique Le Donjon
9. Le Romain d’Etretat Restaurant - Pizzéria
Family pizza restaurant
Ideal para: Famílias, Alimentação
Le Romain d’Etretat is a casual and welcoming pizzeria serving a variety of made-to-order pizzas, known for their crispy crusts and generous toppings. Alongside pizzas, their menu includes traditional Italian pasta and seafood dishes as well as tasty burgers and steaks.
With its laid-back ambience, reasonable prices and flavourful food, Le Romain d’Etretat is a popular spot with families and groups. If the weather permits, you can dine outside in the comfortable outdoor lounge area. While the prices are affordable, note the small charge if someone doesn’t order food. Arrive at opening time or book in advance during peak season to secure a table.
Localização: 1 Rue Georges Bureau, 76790 Étretat, France
Abre: Monday from noon to 1.30 pm, Tuesday from noon to 2 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm, Wednesday from noon to 2 pm, Thursday from noon to 2 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm, Friday–Saturday from noon to 2 pm and 7 pm to 9.30 pm, Sunday from noon to 2 pm and 7 pm to 9 pm
Telefone: +33 (0)2 35 28 45 97
Le Romain d'Etretat Restaurant - Pizzéria
10. Lann Bihoué
Home-made savoury galettes and sweet crepes
Ideal para: Famílias, Alimentação
Lann-Bihoué is a beloved local eatery specialising in homemade crepes and savoury buckwheat galettes, a Breton specialty popular across France. The wide selection of sweet and savoury options made from quality regional ingredients means there’s something for everyone, although the friendly staff can’t change any of the dishes.
The house specialty, La Lann-Bihoué, combines caramel roasted apples and black pudding, but you’ll also find plenty of interesting meat, fish, vegetarian and cheese-filled galettes. Be sure to try the locally produced ciders, beer and juices available as an accompaniment. Reservations are only accepted at limited times, and it fills up quickly so check opening times, arrive early and join the line.
Localização: 45 Rue Notre Dame, 76790 Étretat, France
Abre: Monday from noon to 2.30 pm and 7 pm to 9.30 pm, Tuesday from noon to 2.30 pm, Thursday–Sunday from noon to 2.30 pm and 7 pm to 9.30 pm (closed on Wednesdays)
Telefone: +33 (0)2 35 27 04 65
Lann Bihoué
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