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

Restaurant l’Epicure

1 rue de la Gare

62930 Wimereux

Tel No: 0(3) 21 83 21 83

Location: At the southern end of Wimereux.on the D940.

This is a small restaurant with a chic dining room, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in style and quality of cooking. The cooking style is inventive but without an emphasis on fish which may be a welcome change for some in this coastal area where fish is so prominent.   Leave some time to walk along the splendid sea-front which has been referred to as a slightly less grand Le Touquet. The promenade is reserved for pedestrians only and the beach is just wonderful for children. This is a lovely resort. 

Advisable to book ahead especially in season or on busy weekends.