The best restaurants in Cap Ferret: our favorite spots

Only one hour away from Bordeaux and a few hours from Paris, Cap Ferret is the ideal destination for a change of scenery. Not only is the peninsula known for its long white sandy beaches and bike rides along the coastal paths, but it is also a must-see culinary destination.

The fame that the best restaurants in Cap Ferret boast goes far beyond the region and matches that of the finest spots of the capital. Going to the Cap Ferret peninsula means tasting the oysters from the Arcachon Bay. But the regulars can also try the Aquitaine caviar, the snails of the Silver Coast or the foie gras produced in the bay.

The peninsula abounds in good spots and restaurants a few steps away from the water. In this article, discover our favorite spots and some of the best restaurants Cap Ferret has to offer.

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The famous oyster shacks

The oysters of the Arcachon Bay are the unmissable treat during a trip to Cap Ferret. Unlike the Breton oyster, which is flat, the one in the basin is quite hollow. Stroll around the colourful huts, erected since the '60s and which are spread over a dozen oyster-farming districts such as the Canon, the Phare or the Douane.

Chez Boulan

In the Phare area, stop to taste the oysters of this family of oyster farmers. On the menu you will find shrimp, whelk, oysters and local white wine, all of which are mainly organically grown. You can also buy your oysters here, as the restaurant is linked to the family fish shop.

Address: 2 Rue des Palmiers, 33950 Lège-Cap-Ferret
Contact: +33 5 56 60 77 32

Emilie et une huitre

In this chic open-air tavern with a warm atmosphere, charming waitresses welcome you with a smile. From the moment you step inside, you will notice that the decoration crafted from salvaged objects gives the place an island feel.

Take a seat and prepare to watch the show of the shuckers working barefoot. On the menu you will find oysters, whelk, and espelette pepper pâté, all served with your feet in the sand. We love the authenticity of this place.

Address: 76 avenue de l'Herbe, 33950, Lège-Cap-Ferret
Contact: 06 74 44 10 86

Cabane d'Hortense

The Cabane d'Hortense is a real gem, equally popular with locals and visitors. With a breathtaking view of the Dune of Pilat, people come here to taste oysters but especially the mussels as the family recipe remains a secret. They also come to taste the aubergine dip, the turbot, and the crispy fries.

La Cabane d'Hortense embodies a purely French atmosphere: we think that this is one of the best restaurants in Cap Ferret.

Address: Rue des Tamaris, 33970 Lège-Cap-Ferret
Contact: 05 56 03 26 74

Fine dining

Fancy a more refined lunch or dinner at the water's edge, accompanied by the soft song of the sea or inland under the murmur of the pine trees? With its modern cuisine and restaurants decorated by renowned architects, Cap Ferret boasts all the charm of Saint Tropez.

Chez Magne

With a rustic atmosphere and red and white checked tablecloths, Chez Magne honours traditional cuisine based on fish and seafood.

On the menu we find cuttlefish à la plancha, fried red mullet, mussels from the bay, and cod steaks. Step back in time in this 19th century building, a former foresters' canteen. It is one of the best restaurants in Cap Ferret, a spot not to be missed.

Address: 1 Avenue de l’Herbe, L’Herbe Le Canon
Contact: + 33 5 56 60 50 15

Sail Fish

This beach house decorated by Joanne de Lepinay is the trendiest place in Cap Ferret. Come here to enjoy a drink at sunset and taste the meat grilled in the fireplace. Do not be surprised if you meet Sarah Lavoine, who recommends this place for dancing into the night. In a more relaxed atmosphere, near the bay, take a trip to the Sail Fish's little brother, the Sail Fish café.

Address: Rue des Bernaches, 33970 Lège-Cap-Ferret
Contact: + 33 5 56 60 44 84

Trendy cafés

The peninsula of Cap Ferret is a great place to enjoy life. During your holiday, stroll around the town and stop for coffee or ice cream on a sunny terrace.

Frédélian

Created in 1939, the Maison Frédélian is a legendary place on the peninsula. Enjoy the best cannelés of Cap Ferret at any time of the day on the sunny terrace, accompanied by a coffee. The pastry pays tribute to the techniques of another century, adding a touch of modernity and audacity.

Address: 33 Boulevard de la Plage Cap Ferret, 33970, Lège-Cap-Ferret
Contact: +33 5 56 60 60 59

Ferret Coffee Shop

The Ferret Coffee Shop looks like a Californian beach club with its surfboard and fresh fruit crates on the counter. It's the perfect place for a snack with the little ones. Choose from a variety of fresh fruit juices or a strawberry vanilla milkshake, accompanied by a sugar or chocolate wafer.

Address: Rue des Cormorans, 33950 Cap-Ferret, Lège-Cap-Ferret
Contact: +33 7 82 19 38 68

Chez Pascal

For a more traditional sweet snack, stop by Pascal and order a coffee accompanied by "dunes blanches," small sweet puffs stuffed with vanilla cream. They are a guilty pleasure for the whole peninsula.

Address: 46 route du Cap Ferret, 33950, Lège-Cap-Ferret
Contact: +33 5 56 60 96 90

the Cap Ferret market

Last but not least, you have to make a stop at the Cap Ferret market. Stroll along the stalls coloured with local produce, organic fruit and vegetables, and seafood. Stock up on good, healthy ingredients for the menu concocted by your personal chef. After the market, as tradition has it, go for a coffee in the market hall with family or friends.

Where to stay in Cap Ferret

Villa Théo

A typical house of the peninsula with its blue and white facade, Villa Théo resembles an oyster farmer's hut. The interior is charming and authentic with immaculate panelled walls, woven chairs, and wicker armchairs. In the morning, wake up to the golden sunlight then grab your surfboard for a surfing lesson on the Grand Crohot beach.

Villa Palombe

Villa Palombe is a large luxury villa in Cap Ferret, a few minutes away on foot from the beach. Set in a beautiful tree-lined garden, the villa is the perfect holiday home. In the living room, under the frame painted in immaculate white, the sky blue sofas evoke the sea.

The villa is ideally located for morning trips to the Cap Ferret market. At lunch time, enjoy a good dozen oysters by the water in one of the oyster villages nearby.

Villa Mathilde

At the very edge of the bay, Villa Mathilde is the ideal place to get away from it all. This one-storey house, reminiscent of a modern fisherman's hut, is the place to simply enjoy life. Each room overlooks the garden and the bay. When you feel like going for a walk, go for a stroll along the coast until you reach the tip. In the evening, admire the sunset over the bay with a glass of wine in hand.

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