What to Eat in Nantes

Nantes is known for its seafood, particularly mussels and oysters. You’ll also find excellent crêpes and cider here. I rank the tasting menu from Sources among my top 5 culinary experiences. The area around the city is also interesting. On the salt plains in Guérande, you can explore the ancient method of salt harvesting. And in the picturesque town of Clisson, you can find a still-functioning 14th-century market.

What to Eat in Nantes:

• Galettes. Savory buckwheat pancakes that are typical of the Brittany region. They are also very popular in Nantes, which lies on the border of Brittany.
• Crêpes. Sweet wheat flour pancakes that are also typical of Brittany and are often served as a dessert. Like galettes, crêpes are connected to Nantes due to Brittany’s influence on the local cuisine.
• Muscadet. A dry white wine from the area around Nantes, made from the Melon de Bourgogne grape variety. Muscadet is renowned for its freshness and minerality and pairs excellently with the seafood that is very popular in Nantes.
• Beurre blanc. A butter sauce originating from the area around Nantes. It is often served with fish. Beurre blanc was first made in the nearby village of Saint-Julien-de-Concelles.
• Gâteau nantais. An almond cake with rum and butter icing that is typical of Nantes. Gâteau nantais was first made in Nantes in the 19th century and has since been an integral part of the local pastry tradition.
• … and 35 more French dishes from the list: What to Eat in France.

Enjoy your food in Nantes!

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