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L’Insolite
Antilope
Mentioned specifically for its outstanding flavors, the Antilope crepe includes œuf, jambon, emmental, champignons, tomates cuites, and garlic, with an over easy egg on top, which is typical for crepes in Bayeux.
Chevrette
Recommended for its great taste and fresh ingredients including œuf, jambon, chèvre, salade verte, and tomate fraiche, praised alongside the Antilope.
Caramel and pear with Chantilly crepe
A dessert crepe that was shared and enjoyed, noted for its delicious combination of caramel, pear, and Chantilly cream.
CREPE COTENTIN
Highly recommended for its superb taste pairing of sweet apple with blood sausage, noted as an outstanding flavor combination despite less appealing presentation.
Lemon, sugar, burnt butter crepes
Highly recommended for their classic, well-loved flavor profile, with a special mention alongside mint tea.
Gluten free buckwheat pancakes
Praised for accommodating dietary needs without sacrificing taste, with both savory and sweet options available using buckwheat flour.
House-made lemon cream
Recommended as a special complement to the crepes, highlighting the quality and uniqueness of the toppings and accompaniments.
About L’Insolite
L’Insolite is a creperie and French restaurant in Bayeux, France, with takeout and dine-in service. Reviewers consistently praise the savory and sweet crêpes, galettes, cider, and the variety of menu choices, including gluten free buckwheat options. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with friendly, attentive service. It is also noted for outdoor seating, dessert, and coffee.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Meal coupons
- NFC mobile payments
- Pluxee
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Frequently asked questions
What is L’Insolite known for?
L’Insolite is known for savory and sweet crepes and galettes, especially Normandy-style dishes like the Chevrette, Antilope, and crepe Cotentin. Reviewers also mention excellent cider and drinks such as Kir Breton and Kir Normand, along with strong service and a quiet courtyard setting.
What dishes are most recommended at L’Insolite?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the Chevrette with egg, ham, goat cheese, lettuce, and tomato, the Antilope with egg, ham, emmental, mushrooms, cooked tomatoes, and garlic, and the crepe Cotentin with apple and blood sausage. For dessert, the caramel and pear with Chantilly crepe and the house-made lemon cream are also highlighted.
What is the atmosphere like at L’Insolite?
The atmosphere is described as small, casual, cozy, and quiet, with a hidden courtyard that makes it feel especially calm. It works well for solo diners, couples, and groups that want a relaxed meal rather than a loud dining room.
Is L’Insolite good value, and what is the price range?
L’Insolite is in the $$ price range, and reviewers describe the prices as reasonable or fair for the portion sizes and quality. Several comments note that the crepes, galettes, and cider feel well priced for a Bayeux meal.
Do you need a reservation at L’Insolite?
Yes, dinner reservations are recommended, and reviews say the restaurant can start filling up by around 7:30 pm. One reviewer noted that even a basic creperie in Bayeux may turn people away without a booking, so planning ahead is wise.
Does L’Insolite have vegetarian options?
Yes, L’Insolite offers vegetarian options.
Is L’Insolite kid-friendly?
Yes, L’Insolite is good for kids.
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