Le Grand Herbet - Blainville-sur-Mer

We were told by friends that thius restaurant was cleaner, had baetter service and a bigger seafood choice than the shack opposite. Sadly the only seafood offered were oysters or Lobster at 100€/kg. I chose the oysters which were fine and a second course of Lieu which was acceptable but a little small. The menu was limited and the cider at 20€/litre was also a lot pricier than I expected. The service was adequate but indifferent. Nice location and view. Shame. I shall not bother going back.

Appears to be under new ownership. Choice of food limited, although what was served was good. Menu written on a rather heavy slate, and was just a formula, no a la cartel menu was on offer and we were not offered a wine list. Staff pleasant enough, but not as friendly and welcoming as the old Grand Herbet staff. We were a frequent visitors to the Grand Herbert and always enjoyed both the food, which was plentiful, and the staff, who were very friendly and helpful. Altogether a disappointing evening out. Unlikely to return. Location is superb, but the old, relaxed atmosphere with excellent, well served food and friendly staff has disappeared.

Had a very nice experience here. The owner is very friendly as are the staff. The terrace over looks the beach and is sheltered from the sun and wind. The owner brought us blankets out as the day was quite chilly. A great place to visit. Not expensive.

So we arrived for a nice sitdown of a seafood lunch. We sat outside with views of the workers clearing the city of muscles. One of my friends asked for a Pernod unfortunately they had run out even though it's run out and it was demonstrated to us that it was empty. Then we were asked if we wanted to eat to which we replied yes. Then we were told there was no food available because there were only three staff on duty. With two waiting tables, and one in the kitchen. Plenty of people around us were eating, several having just drinks. And the establishment was not full. So it really was a very unproductive visit to this place. What we can say is that staff seemed friendly enough. But it was not good business sense to turn someone away when even if they had suggested a limited menu or perhaps a delay to the order.

Un accueil tout en simplicité avant d'entrer dans une belle salle donnant sur la mer .. nous aurions préféré la terrasse mais la météo n'était pas au RDV !Les huîtres et les plat de moules très bien fournis sont excellentes !..pour un très bon rapport qualité prix. A faire si vous passez dans le coin.