Le Grain de Sel Traditional cuisine and local products in Pont-l’Abbé-d’Arnoult

Opening hours

Closed

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 10:00 am - 02:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am - 02:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 02:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am - 02:00 pm 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am - 02:00 pm 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Opens at 10:00 am

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Useful information

Location : In town

Province : Haute Saintonge and its vines

Services

  • Air conditioning
  • Cash
  • Credit card accepted
  • English spoken
  • Groups
  • Open all year round
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Specialities
  • English
    • THE GRAIN OF SALT IN PONT-L'ABBÉ-D'ARNOULT, BETWEEN SAINTES AND ROCHEFORT


      Traditional cuisine in a village in Charente-Maritime

      Located in Pont-l'Abbé-d'Arnoult, in the heart of Charente-Maritime, the restaurant Le Grain de Sel offers traditional French cuisine made with fresh, local produce. Located between Rochefort, Saintes and the Marennes-Oléron oyster basin, this independent establishment stands out with its short, carefully curated menu, which changes with the seasons.

      The restaurant welcomes guests in a calm atmosphere, both indoors and on the terrace, and also offers a catering service to support private or professional events. This dual activity allows Grain de Sel to be part of the local life, while responding to varied requests, from daily lunch to meals made to order.


      Homemade dishes and local products

      Grain de Sel's cuisine is based on simple recipes, where products take center stage. Meats, fish, vegetables and aromatic herbs are chosen from local producers, promoting a responsible and seasonal approach.

      Every day, a complete menu with the right balance between classic flavors and modern cuisine is offered. During the week, regulars appreciate this fast and careful offer. In the evenings and on weekends, the menu expands to include more elaborate suggestions, always with a logic of mastery of cooking and guaranteed freshness.

      In addition to its restaurant business, Le Grain de Sel provides a catering service upon request. It accompanies family meals, cocktails, cold or hot buffets, business meetings or association events. Services are personalized according to needs and logistical constraints, with the possibility of delivery or collection on site. A distributor of fresh homemade takeaway meals is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.


      A discreet setting and a warm welcome

      The establishment features a bright, understated dining room, perfect for a quiet meal. A few tables on the terrace allow you to enjoy the beautiful weather in a peaceful setting.

      The dining room team provides attentive, yet non-pretentious service and guides guests throughout the meal. The daily specials and wine pairings are announced with precision. This attention to detail helps build local customer loyalty.


      A renowned actor in Pont-l'Abbé-d'Arnoult and the Saintonge region

      The restaurant Le Grain de Sel in Pont-l'Abbé-d'Arnoult is recognized as a renowned address, both for its cuisine and for its ability to offer quality catering services. Its location, at the crossroads of the Rochefort-Saintes-Marennes axes, allows it to cover a wide area, both for on-site catering and for takeaway or event services.

      What to discover within a 30-kilometer radius of Pont-l'Abbé-d'Arnoult

      The area surrounding Pont-l'Abbé-d'Arnoult offers many cultural and natural discoveries. Ten minutes away, the Château de La Roche-Courbon, a listed historic monument, offers guided tours, exhibitions, and remarkable gardens. A few kilometers to the north, the village of Saint-Savinien-sur-Charente can be explored by barge or miniature boat, with summer activities for families.

      Following the Charente valley, you quickly reach Rochefort, its historic center, the Corderie Royale, the Maritime Arsenal or the transporter bridge. Heading south, the Brouage marshes and the Brouage citadel, classified among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France", attract lovers of heritage and walks.

      The family beaches of Marennes or La Tremblade, located 25 km away, offer access to the ocean and Marennes-Oléron oysters, which can be tasted directly from the producers. The markets of Saint-Porchaire, Échillais or Saint-Agnant promote farm products, goat cheeses, Charente wines and organic vegetables.

      Finally, hiking enthusiasts can take the marked trails around Sainte-Radegonde, Soulignonne or Saint-Georges-des-Coteaux, for an immersion in the hilly landscapes of Romanesque Saintonge.

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Traveller Reviews Le Grain de Sel

4.9 sur 5 336 reviews

  • Marianne Ma

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Marianne Ma on 26/11/2025

  • Antonin Deau

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Antonin Deau on 25/11/2025

    A warm welcome, generous and delicious cuisine. One of the best French restaurants in the region.

  • Margaux Dubois

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Margaux Dubois on 23/11/2025

    An exquisite experience, both in terms of the food and the service! We were each delighted with our appetizers, main courses, and desserts (fresh, delicious, and perfectly portioned). The entire team is friendly and highly professional, and the restaurant has a warm and intimate atmosphere. Thank you! We will definitely be back to Cabariot! ☺️

Traveller Reviews Le Grain de Sel

4.6 sur 5 64 reviews

Rating summary

  • Food 4.7 / 5
  • Atmosphere 4.4 / 5
  • Service 4.7 / 5
  • Value 4.6 / 5
  • "10/10"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Nelloch87 (Limoges, France) on 08/11/2025

    Second time we go and always as good. Starter main dessert DELICIOUS. Perfect quantity, perfect presentation, Perfect welcome. No false ratings for me. Very good Price quality ratio. Everything...

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  • "Excellent"

    4 / 5 Reviews posted by F M on 29/10/2025

    Welcoming delicious cuisine Pleasant Service.Everything is very good .affordable price for quality and originality

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  • "To avoid"

    1 / 5 Reviews posted by Sylvain H on 08/10/2025

    Very Bad Experience Ice Welcoming Too expensive for what it is I do not recommend avoiding it See revising prices is bullshit

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Le Grain de Sel

Address

10 place de Général de Gaulle
17250 Pont-l'Abbé-d'Arnoult

Contacts

Phone : 05 46 93 22 91

GPS coordinates

45° 49'42.04"N, 0° 52'30.78"W

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