City dining guide

Best restaurants in Arques

4 guide-listed restaurants — Michelin, Bib Gourmand, Black Pearl, Must-Eat List, World's 50 Best and more. Reference quality signals; never ranked by commission, no in-app checkout.

Michelin-starred 1

Bacôve

★ Michelin€€€Modern Cuisine

A ‘bacôve’ is a large flat-bottomed boat used by the vegetable growers of the marshes of St Omer to transport their crops. It is emblematic of Camille Delcroix’ inspiration (Top Chef 2018 winner) and of his soothing, nature-inspired restaurant. He crafts razor-sharp menus, inspired by first-rate locally sourced produce in a surf ‘n turf vein. The chef’s preoccupation with presentation shines through, both in the choice of tableware as in the colours and graphics of each plate. Finally, Carla and her smiling team bend over backwards to make you feel at home.

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.9/5 · 80 reviews

Located in Blendecques, Bacôve holds a 4.9/5 rating on TripAdvisor. Reviews highlight exceptional modern cuisine, particularly refined regional specialties, perfectly cooked seafood, and surprising flavor combinations. The atmosphere is described as calm and elegant, with generally attentive and discreet service. However, some guests noted issues with meal pacing, minimalist portion sizes, and occasionally rigid staff attitudes. While the culinary experience is widely praised as a treat, inconsistencies in service and value perception suggest it may not suit all diners.

Recommended for diners seeking refined modern cuisine and a tranquil atmosphere, though those sensitive to service details or portion sizes should proceed with caution.

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Other guide picks 3

La Table de Romain

€€Traditional Cuisine

This village restaurant with typical local architecture is located in the heart of this market town. It is the HQ of a chef who rustles up market-based cuisine that is good value for money. Dishes and ingredients are regularly swapped in and out. To be enjoyed in a chic and convivial interior.

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.7/5 · 80 reviews

Located in Arques, La Table de Romain specializes in traditional cuisine. Reviews highlight fresh, homemade ingredients and precise seasoning, set within a cozy atmosphere. Service is generally friendly, though some guests noted inconsistent pacing or occasional oversights. Value for money is widely appreciated. Despite isolated complaints regarding specific dishes like fatty stew meat or service lapses, the restaurant maintains a strong 4.7/5 rating, offering a reliable experience for authentic local flavors.

Suitable for diners seeking traditional flavors and a cozy atmosphere.

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Boucan

€€Modern Cuisine

Chef Kevin Barata and Lucile Prévost (partners in business and in life), already owners of Au Koning Van Peene, are now also at the helm of the restaurant of La Barcarolle theatre. Neon lights and zesty colours make for a delightfully pop decor. The cuisine is straightforward and generous (especially the sauces!) and draws on emblematic produce from this northernmost part of France.

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Pluriel'

€€€Modern Cuisine

Right in the centre of Saint-Omer, Pluriel' welcomes you in a bright, pared-back space with pale-coloured parquet floors, white walls and contemporary pendant lights. At the helm, Yohann Cornet rustles up cuisine that is both precise and expressive. His slow-confit free-range pork from South-West France is perfectly tender and rests on a bed of crunchy, roasted and puffed corn kernels. The crispy tuile is topped with fermented blueberry compote and fresh fruit, drizzled at the last moment with a glistening jus. The chef is well-versed in the classics!

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