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Brit Hotel Argentan

★★·78.0/ 10Excellent
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La Renaissance
Modern Cuisine · ★ Michelin
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For nearly 30 years, Arnaud and Cécilia Viel have been running their modern establishment with a strong personality in perfect harmony with the chef's cuisine. Here in Argentan, homage is paid to Normandy through exceptional hand-picked ingredients: local butter and unpasteurised farmhouse cream, scallops from Port-en-Bessin, lobster from Carteret, foie gras from the Pays d'Auge, sand carrots from Créances, sometimes combined with premium items such as caviar or black winter truffles. The food impresses with flawless execution and harmonious flavours. The excellent wine list is curated by Céci
962m
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Le Manoir du Lys
Modern Cuisine · ★ Michelin
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Deep in the Normandy countryside, the huge forest of Andaine seems to have put down roots in this wood-rich restaurant as it nurtures and nourishes Franck Quinton’s forest-inspired cooking. His way with mushrooms is second to none: tricholoma, bearded hedgehog, blue foot or grey and yellow oyster mushrooms make guest appearances in his famous “mushroom toastie”. The surrounding woodland plays a prominent role in his cooking, as the Douglas pine used in herbal tea illustrates. A committed champion of local produce, the chef cherry-picks his ducklings, veg from down the road and creamy Gillot AO
35.5km
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Auberge de la Mine
Classic Cuisine · ★ Michelin
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Formerly the canteen of the local iron ore mine (closed in April 1970), this inn has been the haunt of the same chef for over 40 years. Trained classically, his watchword is simplicity and his cooking is the epitome of straightforward authenticity, albeit with flawless technique and inspired creativity. Examples include calf’s sweetbread flanked by Vire andouille and braised in hay – culinary bliss! This enticing seasonal score is served in two stylishly sleek dining rooms that manage to avoid the starched formality that can be characteristic of such places… What a treat to go down the mine!
36.9km
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La Tête au Loup
Traditional Cuisine
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(Temporarily closed) Stéphane and Agnès Mabille greet guests warmly in their spruce, traditional inn, appointed in a rustic vein. The seasoned chef concocts homemade terrines and assorted Normandy delicacies. In fine weather, make a beeline for the garden and terrace, which overlook the horses grazing in the next-door world-famous Haras du Pin stud farm. Unstarched, friendly vibe.
14.3km
5
Au Bon Accueil
Creative · Bib
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This restaurant with a bright, contemporary decor delivers the goods when it promises a warm welcome. Chef Gaëtan Crespin works with excellent seasonal produce, most sourced locally, to craft creative and technically on-point cuisine. A shining example comes in the form of his scallops, endive and clementine, or roast veal, parsnips and shiitake… And with excellent value for money guaranteed, it was love at first bite!
40.1km
6
Les Pieds Dans l'Eau
Modern Cuisine · Bib
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It would be hard to find a more rural location than this old mill on the banks of a pond and tucked away deep in the countryside! Chef Gaspard Noury, a local lad, devises a modern bistro score comprised of generous mains (e.g. fork-tender confit beef cheeks with carrots and potatoes) and wickedly enticing desserts (pear and quince crumble with fresh country cream). Soak up the warm, laid-back atmosphere as you gaze out over the meadows from the lovely terrace.
47.9km
7
Ô Gayot
Traditional Cuisine
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Behind 19C bow windows, a town centre hotel is home to a bustling bistro which sports a stylish herringbone parquet floor. The unpretentious score is vibrant, well crafted and stars top-drawer produce. The emphasis is on fresh ingredients, illustrated by a ceviche of wild shrimp and seabream with citrus fruits or hanger steak with melt-in-the-mouth shallots. It is always a pleasure to watch the meat roasting on the spit visible from the dining room. A welcoming establishment, popular with a regular crowd of locals, and just the ticket to sample expertly crafted bistro classics.
33.9km
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La Suite
Traditional Cuisine
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Slightly out of the historic centre, you will sample seasonal family favourites tailored to today’s palates and entirely made from scratch. The chef is single-minded in his goal for flavour before all else, demonstrated by a yellow onion and camembert pie. A concise menu, seasonal produce, generous helpings and straightforward flavours. All of which in a smart, buzzy vibe in the company of numerous locals.
34.6km
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