Summer is slowly settling in in Brittany, and with it, a sweet smell of grilled sardines and holidays in the sun. Imagine yourself, feet in the sand, a glass of cider in hand, lulled by the murmurs of the waves and the song of the seagulls. The Breton taverns and huts are little pearls where conviviality, local gastronomy and breathtaking landscapes combine. Ready to embark on a gourmet and festive exploration? Here are five unmissable addresses where you can enjoy summer while admiring the exceptional panorama of the Breton coast. Let the adventure begin!
Summer is here and with it, the desire to relax on Breton beaches, savor local dishes and live to the rhythm of the sunsets. Here are five incredible places where you can combine culinary pleasure and festive atmosphere, all with your feet in the sand.
La Paillote in Saint-Lunaire (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Perched on stilts at the Grande Plage de Saint-Lunaire, near Dinard, La Paillote has been a local institution for over thirty years. You can enjoy waffles, grilled cheese, platters and much more, with a menu that changes daily according to local products. The view of Pointe du Nick at sunrise and Pointe du Décollé at sunset is simply unforgettable.
Practical information : Grande Plage, Saint-Lunaire. Open from April to September, every day in July-August from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Average score: 15-25€.
Sardines on the beach, in Lancieux (Côtes d’Armor)
Located in a former lifeguard station on Saint-Sieu beach, this tavern offers bistronomic cuisine based on local and organic products. At lunchtime, a short menu of dishes depending on availability; in the evening, small vegetarian plates to share on a flowered terrace. The must: admire a sunset over the Ebihens archipelago.
Practical information : 36, rue de la Plage, Lancieux. Open from mid-March to the end of October. Plates: €7-16.
Le Petit Bain in Plestin-les-Grèves (Côtes d’Armor)
This dynamic hut, located on a dike at the edge of Roches d’Argent beach, offers a breathtaking view of the bay of Plestin-les-Grèves. Close to the water at high tide, the place is ideal for enjoying marine tapas or sea planchas before attending a rock concert or a DJ set. The evenings there are often very festive.
Practical information : Roches d’Argent beach, Plestin-les-Grèves. Open from April to the end of September, every day in summer. Tapas: €6-9, sea board: €9-22.
Penn Sardines, in Moëlan-sur-Mer (Finistère)
On the quays of the typical port of Brigneau, this food truck takes its name from the former sardine activity in the region. Tables set up facing the ruins of the Malachappe cannery, you can enjoy grilled sardines, gourmet salads and tapas, all accompanied by regular concerts. A real place of conviviality where we eat, sing and dance.
Practical information : Port of Brigneau, Moëlan-sur-Mer. Open from June to September. Sardines: €11.
The Red Fish Cabin, in Saint-Gildas de Rhuys (Morbihan)
With its recovered and antique furniture and its “good franquette” spirit, this cabin located opposite Rohu beach invites simplicity. You order at the counter and collect your plate from a table facing the sea. On the menu: grilled sardines, “Kramprouz” burgers, pancakes, mussels and fries and boards. You’re the one who cleans up after eating, for a truly friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
Practical information : Route du Rohu, Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys. Open from April to September. Sardines: €14.50, “Kramprouz” burgers: €14-15.
