The restaurant La Maison B in Bayeux welcomes you in an atypical setting that will immerse you in an atmosphere of memories and recollections after the Second World War and the D-Day Landings, historical turning points that marked Normandy.
In the historical heart of the city, you will taste a family cuisine in a musical atmosphere.
Find in this article our experience at the restaurant La Maison B in Bayeux and our opinion in pictures.
This review is completely independent, we ate anonymously and paid our bill in full.
Why eat at La Maison B in Bayeux?
Is the Maison B restaurant worth it? Our opinion
Yes, we enjoyed this immersion in another universe, thanks to the 1950s-style decor with its bright red furniture and silver crockery. The dishes are generous.
The restaurant is also well located in the city center, literally a stone’s throw from the city’s tourist attractions, such as the Notre-Dame de Bayeux Cathedral and the Baron Gérard Museum of Art and History (MAHB).
We liked it:
- the quality of the service and the kindness of the team,
- the generosity of the dishes,
- the atypical setting and the decorative details,
- the musical atmosphere.
What you will eat
A menu between land and sea with specialties of the region is offered by the restaurant La Maison B. Three menus to choose from:
- the lunch formula with dish and dessert both of the day, a glass of wine and a coffee,
- the menu “Saveurs de Normandie” with 2 possible choices,
- the Maison Blanche menu with starter, main course and dessert à la carte.
What we ate there:
- Appetizer: bisque of the sea and its garnish,
- Dishes: roasted rack of lamb with garlic and thyme, beef filet with chef’s sauce,
- Desserts: Normandy tarts and calvados sorbet.
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What you will drink
On the menu, you will find a large choice of wines from different French wine regions and a beautiful collection of bottles that decorates the main room.
The restaurant also offers a series of 5 cocktails, beers, cider and several soft drinks. We opted for a glass of white Chardonnay and a gin and tonic cocktail for a change!
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- Best things to do in Bayeux
- Where to sleep in Bayeux: our best hotels
- Rent a car in Bayeux
- Where to eat in Bayeux: our best restaurants
- Visit the Bayeux Tapestry Museum
- Visit the Baron Gérard Museum of Art and History
- Visit the Battle of Normandy Museum
- Discover the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Bayeux
- Discover the British Military Cemetery
The atmosphere of the restaurant
In its 1950s style décor, the immersion in another era is total at the restaurant La Maison B. Beyond its bright red banquettes and white tablecloths, which are immediately noticeable, several decorative details give the place its cachet.
Some may recognize a poster from the famous cult movie “La Grande Vadrouille” with actors Louis de Funès and Bourvil, which takes place during World War II.
The atmosphere of the restaurant is also warm and good-natured, especially when the owner of the place takes to the piano for an improvised recital.
At the end of the meal, we were kindly offered a local digestif. We named it: Calvados!
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Practical information: restaurant La Maison B, Bayeux, Normandy
Type of restaurant
Brasserie French cuisine.
Schedules
The restaurant La Maison B is open:
- Tuesday to Sunday from 12 to 2 pm and from 7 to 10 pm,
- closed on Monday.
Where is the restaurant La Maison B in Bayeux?
The restaurant La Maison B is located at 10 Rue Laitière in Bayeux (14400) in Normandy.
- Driving time from Caen: 30min.
- Driving time from Mont-Saint-Michel: 1h30min.
- Driving time from Ouistreham: 40min.
WHERE TO STAY IN Bayeux
Option 1: Central and close to downtown
Within 5 to 10 minutes’ walk of the historic center, you’ll find beautiful mansions transformed into welcoming hotels and B&Bs. We recommend..:
- Hotel Domaine de Bayeux installed in an 18th century mansion – see prices, photos and availability.
- Hôtel le Lion d’Or in a former 18th-century post office building – see prices, photos, availability.
Option 2: in the countryside
The Normandy countryside is very green and inspiring. At the bend in the forest or in the fields, pretty villages with beautiful buildings transport you to another world, or even another era.
- Hotel Domaine de la Rançonnière, only 20 minutes from Bayeux – see prices, photos and availability.
Option 3: By the sea
The seaside is just 15 minutes drive from Bayeux. Breathe the sea air while enjoying easy access to Bayeux and the D-Day beaches.
- Hotel Villas d’Arromanches – see prices, photos and availability.
How to get there
To go to Bayeux, the easiest way is by car but you can also take the train with 13 trips per day, only 2h30 from Paris.
See available timetables and book your train and coach tickets now.
One of the advantages of this restaurant is its location. Right in the historic heart of the city, you can enjoy a lunch break between sightseeing tours, or head here for a more festive atmosphere in the evening.
Indeed, the restaurant La Maison B is located at 1min walk from the Museum of Art and History Baron Gérard, from the Cathedral Notre-Dame de Bayeux but also from the ceramic art workshop of Morgane Thomassin, and at 5min walk from the Bayeux Tapestry Museum.
OUR ADVICE FOR RENTING A CAR IN Normandy
- Compare prices on our preferred platform: DiscoverCars – one of the best rated sites.
- Choose a car that is comfortable enough (distances can be long) but compact (some parking lots and villages are narrow).
- Think of thecomplete insurance (some roads are tortuous and narrow).
- There is a lot of demand, book it early.
Parking
There are several pay-and-display parking lots right in the heart of the city. The easiest way to get there is on foot, or to find a parking space in one of the little streets around the cathedral. If you’re lucky, you may be able to park in an alley very close to the restaurant.
The menus
The restaurant La Maison B offers 3 menus:
- daily lunch menu: dish of the day / dessert of the day / glass of wine and coffee,
- the menu Saveurs de Normandie: starter / main course / dessert with a choice of 2 typical Norman dishes,
- the Maison Blanche menu: starter / main course / dessert to choose from the menu.
Is the restaurant La Maison B family friendly?
Yes, you can go to this restaurant with children. If you let us know when you make your reservation, our wait staff will be able to seat you at a more convenient table if you have a stroller, for example.
There is no children’s menu available, but the chef may adapt a dish, depending on the products available that day, which will be appreciated by the youngest.
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The bill
The price range is around 45€ per person, drinks included. For 2 people with drinks, the bill came to 91€.
As an indication, excluding drinks, the Saveurs de Normandie menu is 26€ and the Maison Blanche menu is 40€.
Reservation and contact
We advise you to reserve your table in advance, whether for lunch or dinner.
Reservations are made:
- by phone at 02 31 92 72 79,
- directly on the official website of the restaurant La Maison B.
Our top 3 things to do in Bayeux
Stroll through the alleys of the historic center
In a setting that is both authentic and warm, we were seduced by the charm of the historic heart of Bayeux. Indeed, the medieval architecture is well preserved. Take the time to stroll through the small streets of the center!
There is a lot to see while walking in Old Bayeux:
- the old half-timbered houses, mansions or manor houses with turrets all over downtown,
- the cobbled streets where their windows of craftsmen anddelicatessens display local products will surely make you envious,
- the tourist wonders of the city remained intact despite the Second World War.
You will also have the possibility to visit Bayeux:
- by taking the little tourist train of the city,
- by following the explanatory markers and the bronze nails on the path of the Old Bayeux walking tour.
Visit the Bayeux Tapestry Museum
The Bayeux Tapestry, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is on display in the town’s former Major Seminary, or former Catholic college. Also, this exceptional embroidery tells thestory of the conquest of England in the 11th century by the Duke of Normandy, William the Conqueror. The Bayeux Tapestry is 68 meters long and about 70 cm wide, 50 cm of which are devoted to the embroidery itself. It is a didactic narrative in 58 scenes based on the model of a stained glass window. Historically, the design of this narrative embroidery was commissioned to adorn the nave of the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Bayeux.
Read our article dedicated to the Bayeux Tapestry with many photos and tips to make the most of your visit.
Visit the Notre-Dame de Bayeux Cathedral
The Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Bayeux is a centerpiece of the Old Bayeux circuit. With its medieval architecture, its stained glass windows, its crypt as well as its Romanesque and Gothic styles, it is a place not to be missed. The famous Bayeux Tapestry would have been embroidered in the 11th century to decorate its nave. If you go down into the crypt of the cathedral, be sure to look up to see the 15th century frescoes of the musical angels. In short, a listed monument not to be missed, illuminated from sunset onwards, which is also one of the stops on the Bayeux tourist train.
Read our article dedicated to the Notre-Dame de Bayeux Cathedral to find all our tips and our experience of visiting this magical place.
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