3 Best Restaurants in Quimper, Brittany

Allium

$$$$ Fodor's choice

When you've had your fill of crêpes, head over to this outstanding gastronomic dining room, beautifully set in its own kitchen garden, where each dish is a small work of art. With a wonderful backstory (the restaurant opened with the help of a crowd-funding campaign), flawless presentation, and seasonal organic cuisine that incorporates local (from its own garden) and wild whenever possible, it's no mystery why a Michelin star was earned in 2019. For a comprehensive experience of this marvelous cuisine, the tasting menu is obligatory, but leave yourself at least two and half hours for the six-course Allium menu (€125, other menus are a steal at €38 and €58). Outdoor dining is a pleasure here, and the chef is responsive to food sensitivities.

88 bd. de Créac'h Gwen, Quimper, Brittany, France
02–98–10–11–48
Known For
  • marvelous tasting menus, including a six-course one that can last 2½ hours
  • outdoor dining spaces
  • bright, contemporary decor
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon., Reservations essential

Sao

$$$ Fodor's choice

Expect to have every sense engaged in the most delightful way at this warm, contemporary dining room overlooking the Odet River. Each dish is not just a pleasure for the eye, but a symphony of subtle flavors, mixing Japanese accents (ponzu, yuzu, shiso, ginger) with the freshest Breton seafood and local produce. A seat in the bay window with pretty views over the river is a bonus, but anywhere you sit you'll benefit from attentive service and an impeccable welcome.

Au Vieux Quimper

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In a town where the crêpe is king, Au Vieux Quimper promises an authentic dining experience in a charming rustic setting. Savory buckwheat galettes are exactly as they should be: nicely crisped on the edges and generously filled with quality versions of the classic egg and ham, seafood, or cheese and plenty of other combos. The dessert crêpes are especially yummy (do not miss the salted caramel). Accompany your crêpes with a dry or sweet local artisanal cider served in traditional earthenware cups and you'll have a time-honored Breton experience.
20 rue Verdelet, Quimper, Brittany, 29000, France
02–98–95–31–34
Known For
  • best crêpes in a town full of them
  • great prices
  • local artisanal ciders
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.

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