Nord Pas de Calais Restaurants  One of the great pleasures of heading to France, whether for a day trip, a short break or a longer holiday, is the opportunity to eat out in a French restaurant. So, while in terms of distance travelled it is but a hop from England, in gastronomic terms it is a whole new experience and usually much lighter on your pocket as well! There are a wealth of places to eat in the Pas de Calais ranging from small Fermes Auberges to Michelin rated restaurants.
Which restaurant?  Below you will find a few we have enjoyed. Try to find a restaurant that is targeted at French diners (French menus are a good clue!).
Which time?  Sunday lunch is always busy and it pays to book ahead.  In the evenings, don’t arrive too early - 7.30PM is often the earliest you can get served.
Which menu?  Don’t go for à la carte options.  Usually they have the same options as the menu prix fixe and they cost a lot more!  Avoid Menu Touristique like the plague!
Which wine?  Wine can be quite expensive if you go for named bottles.  But carafes of house white or red wine have usually been exquisitely selected by the restauranteur and are excellent value.  Refer to our wine section for more advice on wines in France.

Our favourite restaurants in the Nord Pas de Calais:

   - Ambassade de Montmartre
   - Buffalo Grill
   - Hôtel du Centre
   - Le Cygne
   - Restaurant l'Epicure
   - La Ferme Gourmande
   - Le Fontainebleau
   - Le Fournil
   - Auberge d'Inxent
   - Restaurant Paul et Virginie
   - Au Vivier
   - Restaurant du Cap
   - Les Tourelles

Les Tourelles
2-4 rue Pierre Guerlain
80550 Le Crotoy

Tel: 0(3) 22 27 16 33

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You cannot miss this hotel-restaurant, situated as it is on the sea front in the pretty seaside town of Le Crotoy, overlooking the Baie de Somme and the town of St. Valery on the far side. If you should chose to eat or stay here be aware that while navigating through the narrow streets of Le Crotoy is a bit tricky, you won’t get lost provided you keep in your sights the twin turrets and bold red façade of Les Tourelles – your destination.

For those staying, the hotel and its bedrooms have a simple, nautical themed elegance with low season prices for a double starting from €61. If you choose to dine, sea-food naturally is fresh and superb, although there are also plenty of options for non fish eaters!! In the summer there is a glorious terrace for outdoor eating with superb views out across the bay. Otherwise the 2 dining rooms face the town, although coffee in the lounge in the winter months allows you to see the views in comfort from inside. Children have their own menu at €9 – Les Tourelles is particularly child friendly.

Since writing the above the hotel/restaurant has undergone a change of management and we have received some negative feedback about the service - please let us know your experience here.