What Food To Try in Le Havre and Food Prices

Omelette Normande - Normandy Omelette (fluffy egg dish) - A light omelette filled with apples and Calvados, often served warm and slightly sweet. Locals enjoy it for breakfast or brunch, often paired with fresh bread.

Galette - Buckwheat Crepe (savory crepe) - Made from buckwheat flour, filled with ingredients like ham, cheese, and eggs, giving it a hearty texture. Street vendors serve it hot and crispy, perfect for a quick lunch while wandering the city.

Joues de Porc - Pork Cheeks (tender stew) - Slowly braised in wine and stock until melt-in-your-mouth tender, this dish is served with seasonal vegetables. It's a popular main course in cozy local bistros, often savored during chilly evenings.

Teurgoule - Rice Pudding with Cinnamon (sweet rice dish) - A creamy rice pudding heavily infused with cinnamon, traditionally baked in a clay dish. Often seen at family gatherings, it embodies a comforting, local flavor, especially in colder months.

Canard aux Cerises - Duck with Cherries (savory-sweet combo) - Tender duck cooked with tangy cherries, creating a surprising fruit-meat pairing that’s utterly delightful. Many residents enjoy it during festive seasons, particularly in the fall, celebrating harvest flavors.

Crêpe Suzette - Flambéed Crepe (classy dessert-style dish) - Though often sweet, this thin crepe is flambéed with orange juice and Grand Marnier, giving it a rich flavor profile. It's commonly served at dinner for special occasions, allowing locals to showcase their culinary flair.

Potée - Hearty Vegetable Stew (traditional stew) - A filling stew made with cabbage, potatoes, and a variety of meats, simmered to perfection. It’s often enjoyed in early spring, showcasing seasonal produce while keeping you warm.

By the way, keep in mind that many locals prefer to eat their meals a bit later in the evening, so if you want to blend in, try dining around 8 p.m.!

Café au Lait - Café au Lait (milky coffee) - A delightful mix of strong brewed coffee and hot milk, perfect for early mornings. Locals usually savor this at cafés after breakfast, but it's common all day long (and don't be surprised if you see a grandparent sipping it in the afternoon).

Bière de Cidre - Cidre (apple cider) - A refreshing and slightly sparkling apple beverage that's both sweet and tart, made from locally grown apples. It’s often enjoyed during sunny picnics by the Seine or at beach restaurants during warm evenings, making it a go-to summer drink when the weather is nice.

Éclair - Éclair (cream-filled pastry) - This indulgent pastry is filled with sweet cream and topped with a shiny chocolate glaze, offering a delightful texture of crisp and creamy. Best enjoyed paired with your coffee during a leisurely afternoon, and you'll find them everywhere, especially on weekends at patisseries (but be careful, they can get messy!).

Granité - Granité (icy dessert) - A slushy delight made from flavored ice, often combining fruity flavors like raspberry or lemon. Perfect for cooling down during Le Havre's warm summer festivals, and typically sold from colorful carts at street fairs (and it’s great fun to watch them at work!).

Madeleine - Madeleines (mini sponge cakes) - These small, delicate sponge cakes are flavored with lemon and have a lovely shell shape. Locals love them with their afternoon tea or coffee, often found freshly baked in local bakeries, especially around celebrations or family gatherings (not to mention, they make a charming gift!).