Restaurant with terrace and bar, in the remarkable site of the hospice of Havre.
Le Paradoxe is on the first floor of the majestic Hospice d'Havré built in the 18th century. The contrast between the historical setting and the modern decoration is very successful. Since 2020 the place is divided into 2 spaces. On the bistro side (located in the former wash house of the hospice), a menu with some very affordable dishes for lunch or platters for weekday evenings. On the restaurant side, a more elaborate menu with some signature dishes. To test: the Black Angus beef cheek carbonade with Duc d'Havré and its fries. The service is pleasant and delicate.
Further information
Opening time and information on LE PARADOXE
Open Tuesday noon to 2 pm; Wednesday to Saturday noon to 2 pm and evening from 7 to 10 pm; Sunday noon to 3 pm. Menus from 30 € to 35 €. A la carte menu: about 17 €. Wine by the glass. Groups welcome. Terrace.
Message from Management
Located in downtown Tourcoing, Le Paradoxe restaurant welcomes you to the majestic Hospice d'Havré. Here, chef Yves Legrand and his team invite you to discover tasty, traditional, home-cooked cuisine. They carefully select local and seasonal produce, paying particular attention to the quality and freshness of ingredients. The restaurant menu offers a wide choice of starters, main courses and desserts. Signature dishes include Duc d'Havré-style welsh and Duc d'Havré-style Black Angus beef cheek carbonade. The establishment also offers aperitif formulas including charcuterie and fish platters. What's more, a wide selection of beverages is available to complement your culinary experience, allowing you, for example, to accompany your meal with a glass of wine or an Inspiration cocktail.
Le cachet, la déco, le mobilier participent au plaisir d'y venir manger.
Le service est irréprochable, l'équipe est chaleureuse, tout en étant discrète et professionnelle ! Côté assiette, les cuissons sont justes, la viande de qualité ❤️. L'ambiance musicale ne m'a pas parue trop forte, comme indiqué dans certains commentaires. Et côté dessert, j'ai choisi la suggestion : un fondant au chocolat (certainement pas maison, mais joliment garni : glace, chantilly, crème anglaise, tuile et feuille de menthe). Enfin une adresse qui nous permet d'éviter d'aller sur Lille pour avoir un resto sympa, bref, nous reviendrons !