Bar André
Restaurant André
An iconic seafood restaurant operating since 1947 at the Old Port, facing the twin towers and famous for its maze-like layout of 10 interconnected dining rooms.
This seafood brasserie has been located by the Old Port since 1947, directly facing the two ancient towers, at 5 Rue Saint-Jean du Pérot. The interior consists of about 10 interconnected dining rooms, resembling a ship moored beneath the towers. The signature is the seafood platters; in spring 2026, the "Spécial André" platter was €42 per person. They also serve mussels, homemade fish soup, mouclade (mussels in cream sauce), and seasonal fresh fish. The seafood is sourced daily from the local auction market, and the official website states it offers continuous service throughout the day. It is large and popular, bustling during lunch and dinner in peak season, and is just a short walk from the Old Port.
Opening hours
Daily 09:00-23:00 continuous service (official website); some platforms show separate lunch and dinner slots
Nearby sights
- Tour de la Chaîne
- Tour Saint-Nicolas
- Tour de la Lanterne
- Porte de la Grosse Horloge
- Vieux-Port of La Rochelle
- Rue du Palais & Arcades
- Hôtel de Ville de La Rochelle
- Aquarium La Rochelle