A l'Ardoise - 102 Rue de la Ferte: A Culinary Gem in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme

Welcome to A l'Ardoise, a charming restaurant located at 102 Rue de la Ferte, 80230 Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, France. This delightful eatery stands out for its relaxed ambiance and culinary excellence, making it a must-visit for both locals and travelers alike. As you approach, you are greeted by the warm and inviting atmosphere—perfect for enjoying a meal with a view of the waterfront, provided you manage to secure a window seat!

The menu at A l'Ardoise is uniquely presented on blackboards, highlighting a selection of fresh ingredients. The thoughtful curation allows for a focus on quality over quantity, and each dish is crafted with care and creativity. Diners rave about the locally caught noix de Saint Jacques paired with delectable gnocchi, which exemplifies the restaurant's commitment to fresh, regional produce. The vibrant flavors are perfectly balanced, offering a taste of the sea that is simply irresistible.

Customer experiences, such as those from Louis Gillain and Pierre Falaux, emphasize not only the high-quality dishes but also the excellent service that makes dining here a pleasure. Whether it's the tuna with gnocchi or a well-sourced glass of wine, each visit brings a new delight. The staff, noted for their friendliness and expertise, are eager to guide you through wine selections, helping to elevate your meal to an exceptional experience.

Another highlight is the seasonally changing menu, ensuring that every visit can feel like a new adventure. While some may find it on the pricier side, the overall quality, presentation, and flavor justify the experience, as noted by customer Julien. The desserts are equally impressive, pushing the culinary boundaries while staying true to the restaurant's core ethos of providing fresh and innovative plates.

A l'Ardoise is more than a restaurant; it’s a culinary destination where each dish tells a story and every bite is an invitation to savor life. For a memorable meal in a stylish yet unpretentious setting, make sure to add this gem in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme to your dining itinerary.

Contact A l'Ardoise at +33 3 22 26 69 04 for reservations, especially if you'd like to enjoy the picturesque view from the window!

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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Louis Gillain

14/10/2025

I enjoyed this restaurant, the service was really good, the food particularly good. The wine was great, and it's in a great spot. If you want to have a window onto the waterfront, then you must book, sadly for us we did not...

Pierre Falaux

04/10/2025

AMA-Zing!!!!! Beautiful taste! Entrance with mushrooms is really good! Very well presented and also the Tuna with gnocchi as first place! The best I have ever eaten so far! Highly recommended!

Sven Braem

24/09/2025

Such a friendly waitress, genuine from the heart. Because we were doubting which wine to take, she let us first taste and then choose. It is the first time this was spontaneously offered. It was understandably crowded and busy but we didn't feel the stress from the service. Decent food. I was tempted to go back the next day but I always want to try different places. The other places made me appreciate this one even more, they were not up to this standard.

Julien

22/09/2025

Service is very good. Food also but a bit expensive for the given quantity. Poisson du jour was very tasty but desert not amazing. Still a nice restaurant.

Olivia Sharp

16/09/2025

So glad we found this place! Not at all stuffy and pretentious like some of the other higher end restaurants in St Valery and Le Crotoy, we found l'ardoise relaxed, welcoming, warm and stylish. The waiter was a pro, relaxed and unobtrusive, suggested a lovely merlot to go with my main. The menu is short and on blackboards - 3 to choose for entree, main and dessert - everything made fresh. We took the noix de st Jacques (locally caught) with gnocchi and the beef fillet with fried veg. So delicious, refined, beautifully presented, everything cooked perfectly. Desserts excellent too.

Gillian Anderson

16/09/2025

Super meal, small menu so the choice was limited but excellent food! We did book a table as even though it was a Monday in October it was still fairly busy. Food was very tasty and perfectly cooked, would definitely visit again if in the area.

Arnaud Vanderroost

15/09/2025

This lovely restaurant is quite off center (at the end of the shopping street); but worth the small walk to get there - from the station. The storefront invites you to come in and the owners make you feel welcome. If you're lucky you'll get one of the tables in the back, which gives you a great view on the riverside. The menu is limited, but the options are sufficient and the dishes really tasty. I opted for the mi-cuit of tuna and we both took a (different) fish dish. The whole experience was enjoyable; so if you're in the surroundings, I would advise you to visit this place!

Richard Bennett

27/08/2025

Couldn’t fault the food. The service was also very warm and friendly. The starter was lovely and the main course cooked to perfection. Both starter and main course had a beautiful blend of flavours. The menu is limited (3 starters, mains and desserts), so don’t expect a huge menu. However, the quality of the food put in front of you is second to none. Not the cheapest meal, but you get good value for money. We will definitely be back here again to eat. And they were also happy to allow our small dog inside as well, which in December, is very helpful

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