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There's no shortage of cafés, shops, bars and restaurants in Cancale. There's something to suit every taste and budget. You can eat your way from a snack bar to a Michelin-starred restaurant (early booking essential!) without leaving Cancale, and as soon as you widen your search radius there's a plethora to choose from, thanks to the proximity of Saint Malo.
Here are a few of our favourites close to the gites**.
OYSTER TASTING*
MARCHE AUX HUITRES The Port de la Houle is home to oyster farmers who sell their oysters to take away or offer oyster tasting platters. They don't sell alcohol, so you'll have to make your own arrangements or find some in nearby sales outlets (lorries, bars, etc.).
1 Rue des Parcs Port de la Houle, 35260 Cancale France
L’ATELIER DE L’HUITRE is a restaurant offering oysters and/or seafood in a comfortable setting. Direct from the oyster farmer and takeaway available.
15 quai Gambetta, 35260 Cancale France (+33) 02 23 15 13 76
BARS*
LE GALLION A veritable institution in the port of La Houle, open seven days a week. You will also find oysters and platters to share. Seats are at a premium, so you may need to be patient... It is also a wine cellar offering bottles to drink in or take away.
13 Place du Calvaire, 35260 Cancale France (+33) 02 99 89 65 71
CHEZ MARIE is a traditional bar away from the hustle and bustle of the harbour, serving breakfast and snacks. Friendliness and simplicity are the order of the day.
16 Rue Du Port, 35260 Cancale France (+33) 09 81 29 21 00
CAFE STREETFOOD*
MODJO Café offers cuisine inspired by the four corners of the world, pastries to eat in or take away, and homemade dishes made with fresh, local produce in the centre of Cancale, away from the port of La Houle.
10 Rue Jean Marie Savatte, 35260 Cancale (+33) 2 23 18 15 36
RESTAURANTS*
LA BELLE MER A friendly place located on the harbour facing the sea, with a very warm welcome and varied, generous dishes. The prices are very reasonable and they sometimes serve late.
8 place du Calvaire 35260 Cancale (+33) 2 99 56 22 31
COTE MER Aurore and Hervé Mousset, who arrived in the summer of 2022, warmly welcome you to their magnificent building with a terrace overlooking Cancale Bay, away from the town centre and the crowds. In the kitchen, Hervé offers bistronomic cuisine based on local, exclusively fresh produce. Our latest favourite – booking recommended.
4 rue Ernest Lamort 35260 Cancale – Tel : (+33) 02 99 89 66 08
BISTRO JOSEPHINE 10 minutes from Cancale in Hirel, beautiful views of Cancale and Mont Saint Michel Bay, friendly welcome, warm and welcoming atmosphere, small menu, local, fresh and seasonal produce. A lovely terrace in summer, lunch menu... in short, we love it!
75 Rue Grande Rue, 35120 Hirel (+33) 2 99 58 22 78
AU LARGE CHEZ NATACHA s a restaurant located on Port Mer beach near Pointe du Grouin, with Mont St Michel opposite, the ideal place to cool off, have lunch or dinner on the terrace. No reservations.
3 Rue Eugène et Auguste Feyen, 35260 Cancale - Tel : (+33) 02 99 89 66 98
SHOPS
EPICES ROLLINGER The name has long been associated with Cancale, where Michelin-starred chef Olivier Rollinger worked in the family business. Now that his son has brilliantly taken up the torch at Le Coquillage at Château Richeux, he is devoting himself to his long-standing passion for spices. You can find all the wonderful products he offers in his shop.
1, rue Duguesclin – 35260 CANCALE Tél : (+33) 02 23 15 13 91
LOLA ET MALO and Co A charming boutique featuring around fifty designers, Breton products, and brands exclusively from Brittany
2 Rue Victor Hugo, 35260 Cancale Tel : (+33) 06 09 70 30 67
MARKET Every Sunday morning behind the church, in summer there is a market selling local produce and crafts on Thursday afternoons at the top of Rue du Port.
OUR ADDRESSES IN SAINT MALO
It is impossible to list all the best places to visit in Saint Malo here, but you will find our top picks and favourite places below.
CAVOUA COFFEE SPOT As big coffee lovers, we particularly enjoy this place, where you can also find breakfast, lunch, or a place to take a break in the morning or afternoon. Brunch is available on weekends by reservation. Super friendly service, cosy decor, great playlist... in short, we love it! Reservations are possible and recommended online.
3 rue des Orbettes 35400 Saint-Malo (+33) 02 56 52 00 32
TANDEM Located in the Saint Servan neighbourhood that we adore, this is a bistronomic restaurant serving local, seasonal produce in a very friendly atmosphere. It has an excellent wine list and is also a wine cellar. Lunch menu available. Booking recommended.
41 rue Ville Pépin 35400 Saint Malo (+33) 02 99 56 65 10
MIGNON CAFE Another trendy spot in the Saint Servan neighbourhood that we really love. A great team serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and afternoon tea – everything is available on weekdays from 8.30am and 9am at weekends.
52 rue Ville Pépin 35400 Saint Malo (+33) 09 82 60 40 89
* Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health.
** Addresses are provided for information only. There are no commercial links with these companies and we cannot be held responsible for these recommendations.