The best bistros and brasseries Nord-Pas-de-Calais

Gastronomy in a Parisian brasserie atmosphere. The tasting menu says a lot of things about the establishment: we recommend you the oysters au gratin or sweetbreads as a starter. As for the main courses, sea sauerkraut, tournedos Rossini or soft beef cheeks.
And for the desserts, everything is homemade even the ice creams- you will hesitate! Norwegian omelettes are highly appreciated. The tasting menu also includes a plate of selected cheeses and two glasses of wine. The fun and gourmet week's menus offer more reasonably an overview of French gastronomy.

In the typical Arras setting of a brick vaulted cellar, Alain Decomble warmly welcomes you. Jean Radké is already cooking his traditional cuisine based on fresh products. The à la carte menu offers a menu "Bien être" (well-being) elaborated with the help of a nutritionist with a choice of three courses, three starters and three desserts. The menu includes a chicken fondant stuffed with mushrooms and a mango-passion dessert. The number of calories is displayed next to the headings, ideal for those looking to indulge themselves while watching their figure! On the menu's must-eats, you'll find local specialities: chicken fillet with maroilles, potjevleesch or Arras andouillette. There's something for every taste and every diet!

This establishment near the train station is located at the junction of Calais-Centre and Calais-Nord. The restaurant is well known for its outstanding dish of the day: beef roulade with red wine, pie, rabbit parmentier, fish and exotic fruits, etc. A homemade treat will also seduce you. The restaurant also offers a traditional brasserie menu which includes specialties from the North. The service is warm and friendly and the atmosphere is cordial and warm. Its bay windows make it extremely bright and most customers appreciate this side of it.

The place is not a classic tourist circuit but it is by word of mouth that it became successful. The atmosphere is friendly and regulars like to meet at the bar or the restaurant. The chef uses fresh produce for traditional recipes that are renewed daily. The complete menu offers starters, main course and dessert for which you are given three choices. The cuisine is a delight: sirloin with pepper sauce or roquefort, potjevleesh (potted meat), dos de lieu, chicken gizzards mustard sauce... You too can share this address! Take note that the restaurant offers a reception room for 70 people and a private car park.

Le Monaghan, it is an institution that is making coffee, brasserie, tobacco and newspaper. That's all. Here you can chat and drink coffee in the morning coming buy your newspaper. It is also possible to have lunch or dinner. The decor is reminiscent of the English and Irish pubs. The name of the establishment was not chosen randomly. The prices are more than  reasonable and the welcome of the owner as the waitress is very friendly. In summer, the terrace is more than pleasant.

In collaboration with Le Touquet Racecourse, the Hippotel brewery offers a panoramic view of the slopes. With a capacity of 100 seats, the chef offers a simple but efficient card. Good news, you can also stay there!

Located in the Bollaert area, this restaurant has been in existence since the mid-1990s. It is experiencing a revival of activity due to its proximity to the Louvre-Lens Museum. The Gourmet Break welcomes you in a cosy setting. The tables are judiciously arranged to immerse you in an intimate and cosy atmosphere. As you enter, you will step on a red carpet, matching the colour of the seats and curtains. The establishment offers a traditional cuisine. Dishes are served à la carte or as you wish from 5 menus. As a starter, let yourself be tempted by the crispy maroilles and its endives of the day. Continue with scallops with speculoos or beef steaks. The desserts are varied: northern ice cream, chicory crème brûlée or fresh fruit salad. The portions are sufficient, the service is both fast and courteous and the prices are studied as accurately as possible. This stopover restaurant is worth a visit, especially if you decide to spend the night at the Bollaert Hotel, which is part of the house.