Restaurant
L’Ormeau
Cancale · Ille-et-Vilaine
Homemade cooking by Christophe Wasser with produce from La Houle harbour and the bay, with special care for local suppliers.
- Suggested time
- Varies with the menu and service.
- Type of place
- Family-style seafood cooking, Cancale produce and a view of the bay
- Atmosphere
- The restaurant of the Hôtel Le Continental, with a view of La Houle harbour and the bay
- Getting there
- 4 quai Thomas, port de la Houle, 35260 Cancale
Who this place suits
- With family
- 6/10
- As a couple
- 9/10
- With friends
- 9/10
- Solo
- 6/10
- With a dog
- 6/10
- Reduced mobility
- 8/10
These scores are calculated from what the page records: official rating, facilities, difficulty, duration and location. They are a guide, not a substitute for contacting the venue, especially about accessibility.
About
In Cancale, L’Ormeau enjoys one of the finest natural settings on the Emerald Coast. The restaurant of the Hôtel Le Continental stands on Quai Thomas, on La Houle harbour, facing the ever-changing landscape of the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel. Here, you discover the sea through the window as much as on the plate, with the comings and goings of the harbour, the oyster farmers’ stalls and the colours of the tide. Christophe Wasser and his second, Ghislain Flessel, champion homemade cooking that pays attention to local producers. The house names Les Viviers de la Houle for its oysters, a local mussel farmer and a salt-meadow lamb breeder. These partnerships give a fine coherence to a menu of oysters, mussels, fish and recipes rooted in the bay. The menu changes with the catch. L’Ormeau is a fine stop to round off a walk in Cancale. You can explore the harbour, the oyster market and the quays before sitting down. Opening is seasonal: call to check the opening days and to book, as the house does not take bookings by email.
What you will see
- Chef: Christophe Wasser, with Ghislain Flessel in the kitchen.
- Oysters from Les Viviers de la Houle, mussels from local farmers, salt-meadow lamb and fresh local produce.
- A menu that follows the catch; check times and prices by phone.
- On Quai Thomas at La Houle harbour, with a view of the bay and the tides.
Practical information
- Nearby
- La Houle harbour, the oyster market, the Pointe du Hock, the customs officers’ path and the Pointe du Grouin
Tips on the spot
- Book ahead for weekends and holidays, and make sure the booking is confirmed.
- Check the exact days and times of service, which can vary with the season.
- Check the current menu and prices: an old photo of a menu is not a guaranteed offer.
- Mention allergies, intolerances or dietary needs when you book, and ask which vegetarian options are really possible.
- For a special occasion, mention it discreetly when booking.
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- Ask about alcohol-free options and say your budget if you want a wine pairing.
- Check cancellation and deposit conditions, if any.
- With reduced mobility, confirm the route, the dining room and the adapted toilets.
- Allow enough time for a menu in several courses, and avoid an appointment straight afterwards.
- Book by phone: the house does not take bookings by email.
- Visit the oyster market before your meal.
Frequently asked questions
Why choose L’Ormeau?
Homemade cooking by Christophe Wasser with produce from La Houle harbour and the bay, with special care for local suppliers.
Which town is the restaurant in?
Cancale, Ille-et-Vilaine, on La Houle harbour.
What kind of cuisine is served?
Family-style seafood cooking, Cancale produce and a view of the bay.
What is the atmosphere like?
The restaurant of the Hôtel Le Continental, with a view of La Houle harbour and the bay.
Who is the chef?
Christophe Wasser, with Ghislain Flessel in the kitchen.
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