The Victoria

Restaurants nearby

• Vraic★ Michelin Named after the Guernésiais word for seaweed, Nathan Davies’ latest venture is the very definition of a destination restaurant. Situated in a beautiful coastal location, it makes the most of Guernsey in both its setting and in using an abundance of local produce. Sublime natural flavours are enhanced by expert cooking and well-conceived combinations, such as lamb belly with cherry and charcoal. Seaweed in all its guises is a running theme, starting with a deep broth made using eight different varieties. The team are on show in a majestic open kitchen and deliver their creations with great prid33.2km
• Le Pily★ Michelin Pierre and Lydie reign over the revolving bridge in a swish, modern edifice whose glazed walls command a matchless view of the harbour. Where better to do justice to the catch from small boats, lobsters and shellfish from Cotentin, so beloved of the chef? The entirely meat-free menu focuses on surgically and delicately prepared seafood, sprinkled with creativity and the odd distinctive Japanese touch: squid and shiitake, mushroom and soy stock; compote of vanilla-laced apples, ice cream with unpasteurised cream and yuzu-spiked caramel.43.5km
• AlbaBib The lovingly restored, 19th-century Les Arcades market building is the perfect backdrop for this gem of a restaurant in the Guernsey dining scene. Enjoy a cocktail in the bar before settling down to feast on wonderful sharing plates in a former butcher's hall with an ornate, double-height ceiling and original tiling. The menu interweaves French, Spanish, Italian and British influences with ease, whilst keeping the wood-fired grill heavily involved. Dishes like the lobster tagliolini show the kitchen at its best, boasting tender lobster and a deep, rich aerated bisque.37.1km
• Le Moulin à Vent By the coastal road leading to the headlands, this old country inn is a lovely refuge from the elements. A short menu showcases inventive cuisine made from local produce (such as pigeon, lamb, fish, abalone) by a chef with a clear interest in Japanese culinary tradition. The interior has a pared-back decor and a view of the sea and the cove, Anse Saint-Martin.22.4km
• Le Landemer This fine stone house with a shale roof has an undeniable charm. Inside, the chef cooks up modern cuisine with a dose of creativity, out of which he devises several courses according to his whims. The ingredients are exclusively from Normandy – not least fish, vegetables, wild herbs and flowers. The dishes are precise and on point, as are the food and drink pairings (the drinks, too, are local). The restaurant has a breathtaking view of the sea and coastline, as do the delightful guestrooms – it would be a shame not to book an overnight stay!32.9km
• Hook After admiring the view of the harbour opposite, enter into The Hook’s ground-floor Casbah bar, where you can sip a cocktail before dinner and perhaps be tempted by the enticing nibbles and flatbreads. Upstairs, the main event awaits, with an appealingly varied menu that ranges from small plates to whole fish and nose-to-tail cooking over the open fire. Clean, uncluttered dishes are the overriding theme, such as succulent scallops with punchy XO sauce or skate wing with caper butter. Ask for a table by the window for the best views, or in a booth for more privacy.36.8km
• Fukku Thankfully pronounced ‘foo-koo’, this former post office is now a slick and lively izakaya filled with the buzz of contented diners feasting on its roll-call of Japanese favourites. Tempura, robata, ramen, sushi – you name it, they’ve got it here and it’s executed with both skill and care. The chicken yakitori, for instance, is tender and tasty, enhanced by a little caramelised glaze. The ‘sābisu sa sete itadakimasu’ (‘let us serve you’) chef’s counter experience offers something more immersive, while the selection of sake and highball cocktails adds to the fun.36.8km
• Le Nautique A stalwart of the Guernsey restaurant scene, Le Nautique continues to delight diners and be the name on everyone’s lips around the island. It’s easy to see why, for this is a restaurant run with heart and pride that serves straightforward, satisfying fare that’s perfect for the setting. Occupying a former sailmaker’s warehouse on the quayside (ask for an upstairs window seat for the best views) and sporting a stylish nautical design, this is a place to relish seafood of all shapes and sizes. Clean, classical dishes show off the prime produce with minimal adornment.36.9km
• Marnage - Hôtel La Marine With its panoramic view of the sea and the port, this local institution on the Cotentin peninsula faces the Channel Islands of Jersey and Guernsey. In a pleasant contemporary interior, you will sample modern, elegant cuisine that shines the limelight on Normandy produce, with a weakness for local seafood, illustrated by pollock, fennel (confit and roasted) and a lemon-flavoured butter emulsion.48.5km

Includes Michelin / Black Pearl / guide picks (reference quality, no prices); data from Overture, Michelin Guide and others.