In this article, you’ll find our reviews of what we think are the best restaurants to eat at in Giverny and Vernon.
The Village des Peintres has great restaurants to suit all tastes. From Normandy terroir to atypical restaurants and healthy dishes, we’re sure you’ll find something to delight your taste buds. Reservations are strongly recommended for all establishments where possible. Some restaurants are open non-stop.
In our opinion, culinary discovery is an integral part of the journey andexperience, so don’t wait to treat your taste buds!
This opinion is completely independent, based on our experiences. We visited the area anonymously, making our own choices, and paying all our bills in full.
The best restaurants in Giverny: our 3 favourites
Exploring the Village des Peintres also means dining at one of its bucolic restaurants or tearooms. In this article, you’ll find our detailed reviews of each of our selected establishments. Find out more about our favorite restaurants in Giverny:
- Restaurant Salon de thé Les Nymphéas: in a flower-filled setting overlooking Claude Monet’s House and Gardens, come and sample some of Normandy’s finest local produce in the heart of the village of Giverny.
- Restaurant L’Estampille: in the medieval town of Vernon, discover the refined and colorful bistronomic cuisine inspired by the culinary art of the famous caterer Érisay.
- Restaurant Le Jardin des Plumes: In a charming house, enjoy delicious gourmet dishes.
VISIT Giverny
Our favorite tours and visits:
- From Paris: Small-group guided tour
- From Paris: Private tour
- From Paris: Tour by bus, then by bike
- On site: Guided tour of the gardens
Our articles:
Star restaurant: 1. Restaurant Le Jardin des Plumes
About the atmosphere and the story
Michelin-starred chef David Gallienne welcomes you to the Jardin des Plumes restaurant, a showcase of softness and refinement. In this intimate, cosy cocoon designed by interior architect Philippe Papy, you’ll enjoy local, organic cuisine with an emphasis on short distribution channels.
About flavours
Following the rhythm of the seasons, the chef tells us the story of his native Normandy, between sea and countryside, bringing his terroir to life through 3 menus in 3, 5 and 7 tableaux, as he likes to call each part of the meal. The drinks menu features a wide range of wines, beers, aperitifs, ciders and house cocktails to accompany your dishes. We particularly liked the scallop and the Jerusalem artichoke mousse with honey.
If you want to extend the experience, you can also stay 1 or more nights at theHôtel du Jardin des Plumes in Giverny.
Practical information
- 1 star
- Capacity: approx. 25 place settings.
- Price range: between €85 and €150 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations required here
Planning a trip? See our article on the best things to do in Giverny!
The best bistronomic restaurants in Giverny
2. Restaurant Les Nymphéas
Surrounded by climbing plants and colorful flowers, take a gourmet break at Restaurant Salon de Thé Les Nymphéas between 2 visits to Claude Monet’s House and Gardens or the Musée des Impressionnismes in Giverny.
Open non-stop from 9am to 6pm every day of the week, this flower-filled establishment is set right opposite Claude Monet’s House and Gardens. Choose the terrace in the shade of the tall trees, with its white wrought-iron tables and chairs adding a touch of elegance to the restaurant. Or take a seat in the interior dining room, with its uncluttered decor and old-fashioned restaurant atmosphere.
On the menu for a sweet break are hot and cold drinks, wines, beers and aperitifs, as well as chocolate fondant with whipped cream, ice cream sundaes and delicious Normandy or Tatin tarts.
If you’re more of a savoury type, gourmet salads, starters and hot dishes are also on offer. The kids’ menu is sure to please the youngest! The establishment is child- and family-friendly, so don’t hesitate to ask for a high chair for the little ones.
- Location: Giverny.
- Type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Price range: between €30 and €50 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- The establishment does not take reservations.
Read our article dedicated to Restaurant Les Nymphéas in Giverny.
3. Restaurant Baudy
The former Hôtel Baudy was a stopover for many French and American Impressionist painters during the Belle Époque. Great names in the art world have frequented this former grocery store, including Paul Cézanne, Auguste Renoir, Alfred Sisley and Mary Cassatt in Claude Monet’s day. In fact, we’ve listed it in our 8 ideas for things to do in Giverny.
Today considered a real source of inspiration for art lovers and professionals alike, the former Hôtel Baudy displays a number of decorative paintings inside. Hot dishes, large mixed salads, gourmet savoury spreads, seafood and Normandy countryside products… There’s plenty to choose from.
Before or after your meal, take the time to visit the authentic period art studio housed in the late 19th-century garden. The light streaming through the glass roof provides perfect conditions for working in a variety of artistic styles.
Finally, enjoy a drink or coffee in the bar of the former Hôtel Baudy, its charming tea room for afternoon tea, and its terrace and wooded park.
Did you know that the adjoining site is the lovely guest house La Maison de Madame Baudy? If you would like to spend one or more nights here – see details, availability and booking.
- Location: Giverny.
- Type: French brewery.
- Capacity: approx. 25 place settings.
- Price range: from €38 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations required on 02 32 21 10 03.
WHERE TO STAY IN Giverny
Option 1: in the village
Giverny, famous for its gardens and the Village des Peintres, is a magical place… We recommend..:
- Pluie de Roses establishment in a 6000 m2 park with veranda – see prices, photos and availability.
- Hotel La Musardière, charming 3-star establishment in the heart of Giverny – see prices, photos and availability.
- B&B Le Clos Fleuri with cosy rooms, shared lounge and terrace – see details, availability and booking.
- Madame Baudy’s 19th-century house, where painters have stayed – see details, availability and bookings.
Option 2: around Giverny
The medieval town of Vernon is just a 10-minute drive from Giverny. We recommend..:
- Hotel Normandy traditional 19th-century establishment – see prices, photos and availability.
- Maison Anne face to park B&B with garden view – see prices, photos and availability.
4. Restaurant Au Coin du Pain’tre
The pretty, shaded terrace overlooking Rue Claude Monet will make you want to take a break! The Restaurant Au Coin du Pain’tre is set in a flowery setting, where the team will welcome you with a smile and simplicity. An extensive drinks menu awaits you, offering soft drinks, aperitifs, beers, wines, ciders and hot beverages.
More than just an artisan bakery, this is a real village shop with an artistic decor, serving pies, sandwiches, croque-monsieur or madame, pizzas, pastries, fruit cakes and homemade viennoiseries. The establishment even offers a catering service by reservation, with hot takeaway dishes based on sea, land and country dishes, depending on the chef’s inspiration and what’s available.
- Location: Giverny.
- Type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: plus 25 place settings.
- Price range: between €19.50 and €30 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations required on 02 32 71 01 70.
Still on the Place de Paris in Vernon, Restaurant L’Inavoué opens its doors to you. Enjoy a gourmet break in this pleasant establishment. You’ll love the prime rib of beef with pepper sauce and grenailles, or the fillet of trout with Béarnaise sauce and vegetables of the moment, depending on availability. Vegetarians are welcome, and will be able to sample a number of dishes. You’ll have a choice of 3 formulas and even a children’s menu, so that your little ones can enjoy their meal with you.
Extend your experience and stay 1 or more nights in one of the 50 cosy, modern rooms atHôtel Normandy.
- Location: Vernon (6 km from Giverny).
- Type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Price range: between €19 and €45 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations required on 02 32 51 97 97.
6. Restaurant L’Estampille
Inspired by the culinary art of the Érisay caterer, the refined and colorful menu of Restaurant L’Estampille on Vernon’s Place de Paris is sure to delight your taste buds. The team in the dining room and kitchen will welcome you in an elegant and cosy atmosphere indoors, or in a flowery and airy setting on the restaurant’s terrace.
Once inside, you’ll feel the warmth and refinement of the orange and white tones.
A few works of art adorn the walls, surrounding modern furniture in rounded shapes and soothing colors. An ideal setting in which to enjoy a gourmet meal. On the menu, the restaurant’s specialties include delicious lobster ravioli, a typical Normandy dish. Choose from 3 menu options. The short menu is a testament to the freshness and seasonality of our produce. Foie gras and tomato jam, ricotta ravioli with diced lobster and Sauternes cream, quail breast with peach sauce… What will you choose?
The restaurant also offers a children’s menu for children up to 12 years old, with a choice of 3 courses and 2 desserts.
- Location: Vernon (6 km from Giverny).
- Type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: approx. 66 place settings.
- Price range: between €22 and €43 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations required here.
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Healthy restaurants in Giverny
7. Restaurant La Parenthèse
In our opinion, it’s one of the best restaurants in Giverny. Restaurant La Parenthèse welcomes you to a friendly, flower-filled setting just a few minutes’ walk from Claude Monet’s home and gardens. Behind this elegant wrought-iron gate, the chef suggests home-cooked, seasonal cuisine in a setting that invites you to relax and get away from it all.
You’ll discover a colorful, varied and fresh menu, punctuated by must-try Normandy products. This menu includes a fine Camembert PDO tart, old-fashioned mustard, watermelon and feta carpaccio, and country terrine. Vegetarian options are also available.
- Location: Giverny.
- Type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: approx. 25 place settings.
- Price range: between €24 and €29 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations required on 02 32 54 72 22.
8. Restaurant La Dîme
Aperitif, brunch or a gourmet break at any time of day? Visit La Dîme Restaurant and Tearoom in the heart of the village of Giverny! Push open the gates of this beautiful place and enjoy a breathtaking view of the surrounding hills for a country-style meal.
In this traditional restaurant in an exceptional setting, you’ll feel right at home in the heart of nature. You’ll be served family-style cuisine. Organic jars, homemade pies and cakes, salads and platters of charcuterie and PDO cheeses await you in this charming establishment.
If you’d like to extend your experience of this timeless place, you can stay 1 or more nights at La Dîme de Giverny, voted France’s most beautiful guest house.
- Location: Giverny.
- Type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: approx. 25 place settings.
- Price range: between €22 and €40 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations required on 09 86 49 20 35.
9. Restaurant Le Bistro des Fleurs
In a rustic setting of stone walls, red bricks and wooden furniture, the Restaurant Le Bistro des Fleurs in Vernon will surprise you. Its pretty old-fashioned wooden bar and counter made us want to sit and chat with the owners.
The menu features traditional French dishes such as Gournay chicken, turbot fillet and 2-cooked pigeon. A wide selection of wines is available to accompany your meal. Grands crus, exceptional wines, terroir wines and renowned vintages, you won’t be disappointed if you’re a wine-lover. The restaurant also organizes wine-tasting evenings.
- Location: Vernon (6 km from Giverny).
- Type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: approx. 25 place settings.
- Price range: between €20 and €40 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations required on 02 32 21 29 19.
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The best restaurants to eat out at with the kids
10. Delicatessen and restaurant Le Frichti de Miss & Cie
A good place to eat a varied and balanced diet with your children, just a short drive from Giverny? Head to Miuss & Cie’s Le Frichti delicatessen and restaurant in Vernon! On the menu, home cooking that follows the seasons and uses local produce. You can enjoy the terrace in a typically Norman cobbled lane, right next to the Musée de Vernon. The team will add color to your plate with all the ingredients for a welcoming atmosphere in the dining room! Go for it without hesitation.
- District: Vernon (6km from Giverny).
- Type: delicatessen and restaurant.
- Capacity: approx. 25 place settings.
- Price range: between €10 and €22 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations required on 02 77 19 63 71.
11. Restaurant La Capucine
In the heart of the village of Giverny, behind these ancient stone walls, nestles Restaurant La Capucine. Conviviality, creativity and nature are the watchwords of this not-to-be-missed spot in the famous Painters’ Village.
Organized like an old village square where all the inhabitants meet in a warm and friendly atmosphere, you’ll enjoy a rural interlude in the heart of Giverny, amidst the little chickens in the courtyard and the flower-filled garden.
Whether indoors or out on the terrace, you can sit back and enjoy refreshing, gourmet cuisine based on reinterpreted Normandy produce. Savoury galettes, French potato chips, homemade hot dogs, mixed salads, sausages, PDO roast camembert or PDO breaded neufchâtel, you’ll be spoilt for choice!
Eat your way through Giverny or don’t have time to eat there? Don’t panic, La Capucine offers takeaway options to make mealtime easier. And finally, for a sweet break between 2 visits, the tearoom area will gladly welcome you for a snack. Restaurant La Capucine is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Sunday without interruption!
- Location: Giverny.
- Type: French cuisine brasserie.
- Capacity: approx. 25 place settings.
- Price range: between €10 and €20 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations required on 09 88 99 61 35.
12. Crêperie Fleur de Seine
In this charming crêperie in the medieval town of Vernon, open Tuesday to Sunday, enjoy authentic whole-wheat savoury galettes and sweet wheat crêpes! The menu for lunch, tea and even aperitifs will delight the taste buds of young and old alike. In addition to crêpes and galettes, you’ll find a wide selection of mixed salads, ice creams and sorbets, boards and cocktails, as well as several soft and alcoholic drinks.
- Location: Vernon (6 km from Giverny).
- Type: crêperie.
- Capacity: approx. 25 place settings.
- Price range: from €12 to €30 per person (excluding drinks).
- Normandy specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations required on 02 32 51 08 51.
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VISIT Giverny
Our favorite tours and visits:
- From Paris: Small-group guided tour
- From Paris: Private tour
- From Paris: Tour by bus, then by bike
- On site: Guided tour of the gardens
Our articles:
Where to eat in Giverny
Picorette, the food truck of Michelin-starred cuisine
Éric Guérin and David Gallienne, chefs at the Michelin-starred Le Jardin des Plumes, are determined to democratize Michelin-starred cuisine! In their view, eating well shouldn’t cost more. Chicken, salmon or veggie wrap, Normandy yuzu tartlet (yes, you read that right!) or red berry muffin, come and discover this Michelin-starred menu on the go. The food-truck is open from Wednesday to Sunday, 11am to 5pm, in the coach park opposite the Maison et Jardins de Claude Monet.
Le Verger de Giverny
This little cider house nestled in a truck awaits you on rue Claude Monet in Giverny from April to September, on weekends and public holidays. On the menu: direct sales of cider, apple juice, Norman aperitif and goutte de Giverny (cider brandy)! If you like fruit in all its forms, Verger de Giverny also offers jams made on the farm.
