Ar Iniz

Who this place suits

With family

8/10

As a couple

10/10

With friends

9/10

Solo

8/10

With a dog

5/10

Reduced mobility

10/10

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About

In Saint-Malo, Ar Iniz enjoys a rare privilege: it stands right opposite the long Sillon beach, along the promenades that give the corsair city its charm. The name means “the little islands” in Breton, which suits a place where the sea takes centre stage. The restaurant is inside the Ar Iniz hotel, on Boulevard Hébert, but also welcomes guests who simply come for lunch or dinner. In fine weather, its terrace facing the horizon is much sought after. The cooking celebrates both sides of Brittany, sea and land. Chef Florent Brisorgueil creates contemporary plates around fish, shellfish, seasonal vegetables and produce from regional growers. There is a certain loyalty to local culinary tradition, with more modern textures and personal flavour pairings. The house highlights its work with craftspeople and suppliers from the region, from fishing and dairy to meat and poultry. The exact dishes change with the menu and the season. The experience is deliberately less formal than a long tasting menu. It is about sitting down facing the sea, enjoying generous service and sharing a meal to the rhythm of the tide. The dining room is bright, the terrace adds a seaside feel in good weather, and the place suits couples, families and groups of friends alike. When booking, ask explicitly for a view or the terrace, as they depend on availability and the weather. Ar Iniz fits perfectly into a day exploring Saint-Malo. Before or after the meal, you can walk along the Sillon sea wall, discover the ramparts of Intra-Muros or head to the Paramé beaches. Opening days vary with the season, with longer hours from May to September.

What you will see

• A seaside restaurant where the view over the bay and a cuisine of land and sea go naturally together.
• The terrace and bright rooms open onto Le Sillon beach; the view changes with the light, the tides and the weather.
• Florent Brisorgueil’s cooking brings together fish, shellfish, meat, vegetables and Breton produce.
• A relaxed atmosphere for couples, friends or families; the restaurant is in a hotel but open to all.
• The Sillon promenade is right outside, with the ramparts of Intra-Muros a walk away.
• Booking: directly with the hotel restaurant, by phone or online; ask for the terrace with a view, weather permitting.

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