La Rapière, A Star Dining Experience in Northern France

Bayeux, France

There are endless charming cities and towns to visit in France, and Bayeux is a must if you are planning to make the (short!) trek from Paris to Northern France or Normandy. First, Bayeux is home to the Bayeux Tapestry Museum, a must-do for history buffs. It’s a fascinating visual of the story of William the Conqueror in 1066 – SO cool! Second, it’s a beautiful, quaint city with a great variety of affordable Airbnb & VRBO’s to choose from. Lastly, like most of France, it has an amazing dining scene, with one of favorite meals being had at none other than La Rapière.

We diligently research the best of the best dining options and experiences for all of our travel locations, and can safely say we found the best Bayeux has to offer at La Rapière. We booked well in advance (a year out) to ensure our reservation during our tight travel schedule, and are so happy we did.

When searching for the restaurant on foot, you feel as though you’re stepping into a storybook. It’s located down a narrow alley set between 16th century stone buildings. A simple, metal sign hangs above the entrance. The dining area is very cozy with a small entry bar area and two larger dining rooms. The rooms are designed for an intimate group setting, with parties no larger than 6 permitted. We were seated at a table for two, tucked away in a charming corner.

The owners, Linda and Simon, describe their fare as simple but gourmet food, inspired by the traditional French cuisine, made with quality and seasonal products. Linda stopped by our table to chat after the meal, and is so sweet an endearing, with so much pride in the dining experience they provide. We were honestly blown away by the taste and presentation of each course, as well as the wine selection! It’s no surprise the Michelin Guide awarded La Rapière a Bib Gourmand for good quality, good value cooking.