La Promenade: between Nice and the North, it doesn’t play favorites
La Promenade is a bit of a bridge between Chef Rémi Navello’s Niçoise roots and his love for the Northern terroir. Perfect egg, duck breast with sweet potato puree, or scallops with morel risotto – it’s all precise, generous, and always elegant. Bonus: the terrace and the pétanque area if the sun is shining.
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Address: 107 Av. de Bretagne, 59000 Lille, France
Repu: the neighborhood spot turned gourmet destination
At Repu, Abdelkader Belfatmi (formerly of Val d’Auge and Laiterie) focuses on raw and crafted cuisine: veal sweetbreads with morels, homemade gnocchi, trout from Artois… And a thoughtfully curated wine list to complement it all. It’s warm, relaxed, and it’s a delight to find a bistronomic restaurant in the metropolis that doesn’t take itself too seriously.
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Address: 944 Av. de la République, 59700 Marcq-en-Barœul, France
Chez Brigitte: wine, octopus, and good vibes
Nestled in the Vieux-Lille, Chez Brigitte is the kind of restaurant that feels good: warm decor, well-balanced dishes (octopus, risotto, lobster), and a wine cellar with a wide selection. You can even leave with a bottle under your arm thanks to their impressive collection. A sure bet for fans of originality (and great wines).
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Address: 10 Rue des Bouchers, 59800 Lille, France
Club Marot: a reliable gem in the city center
A chic restaurant without being stiff, run by a young family team that knows what they’re doing. At Club Marot, from the discovery menu to the wagyu/scallops/foie gras menu, everything is mastered, balanced, and well delivered. There’s a lovely wine list, attentive service… and a granny apple dessert that deserves a standing ovation.
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Address: 16 Rue de Pas, 59800 Lille, France
Millésime: for lovers of gentle cooking
Here, there’s no harsh cooking. Everything is steamed, low temperature, or raw. The result? Dishes that are super healthy yet incredibly tasty, with a true aesthetic flair. At Millésime, the menu changes every month, wine pairings are thoughtfully crafted and the staff does it all with love. The perfect place to enjoy a different dining experience without sacrificing flavor.
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Address: 65 Rue Saint-André, 59800 Lille, France
Félicie: the most surprising experience in Loos
At Félicie, you're in for some delightful surprises. Menus with a twist of culinary creativity, cocktails paired perfectly with dishes, desserts made with radishes, live entertainment, table-side smoking... It’s bold, playful, and truly a success. A bistronomic gem (and a bit quirky) just a stone's throw from Lille.
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Address: 78 Rue du Maréchal Foch, 59120 Loos, France
Bleu Canard: the market cuisine that stands out
At this restaurant on Rue Pierre Mauroy, you come for the retro decor, the always surprising & delicious dishes (special shoutout to the swordfish tataki), and the delightful wine and beer list. It's local, creative, and always well sourced. For fans of Japanese cuisine, a little mention to the neighbor of Bleu Canard, also to the nearby Aokamo, in a completely different style but worth the detour.
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Address: 27 Pierre Mauroy Street, 59800 Lille, France
