Chez Victor - Cancale

We are just finishing two wonderful weeks in the St. Malo region of France. Finished today with a hike into Canales for some fresh mussels for lunch. We attempted to eat at this restaurant but the man at the door was incredibly rude. He was insisting on people waiting although there were many obviously open tables. He was more worried about the placement of his stands blocking the entrance to 'control the crowds'. After the third rude comment to us (an implication that we didn't understand as we were English, actually Canadian) we chose to go elsewhere. Two doors down at Au Rocher de Cancale we were treated graciously and had some wonderful food.

Having dined in a number of restaurants along the quai we tried Chez Victor. From the greeting at the door (the place was packed and they found us a table) to the serving of the coffee everything was superb, the entire package was excellent.We can't wait for our next visit to Cancale to return to Chez Victor.

Excellent well priced menu, good wine selection and extremely friendly staff. Really good value for money.

We tried to get a table and there were obviously many there that did not have a reserved sign in but the manager barked they were full. Glad they were as we went a couple of doors down to Au rocher du cancale and had a better evening.

The restaurant has a good view of the oyster beds and the port. It was a sunny day so sitting outside was a must. Louis XIV had his oysters from hear and so did I. They certainbly lived up to their reputation. The seafood main courses were also very good and my wife enjoyed a crepe for dessert. The meal and service were excellent and we left fully satisfied. Many restaurants line the port but would highly recommend this one.