The national cuisine of France is beautifully reflected in the restaurants and cafes of La Rochelle. Many of the most diverse dining establishments offer traditional national dishes in La Rochelle. The proximity of the sea coast puts a strong emphasis on seafood and sea fish dishes.
In La Rochelle's restaurants you should try such excellent examples of Aquitanian cuisine as sea salt-crusted perch, hot oysters in Charente, mussels in La Rochelle, seafood éclade.
No self-respecting traveler can visit La Rochelle and not try shabichou du Poit cheese made of goat's milk. All these exquisite dishes are complemented by excellent French wines and desserts.
