Bistrot le Vivier sur Trouville-Sur-Mer

Lovely terrace, clean and spacious toilets, delicious chestnut cream crepe 🥞

I used to go to this restaurant regularly because the setting is pleasant and the food is quite decent. The last time, I was deeply disappointed. The red meat was overcooked (it had to be sent back to the kitchen). The second time, it was fine. My skate was overcooked, so I left it. We also didn't order dessert. The waitress was barely friendly (no hard feelings, I left her a tip). I regretted this meal all the more because I was inviting a family member.

The location has a great view and ideal beach access. The welcome was warm, and the service impeccable. However, given the still-wintery weather, the dining room wasn't heated enough. We had to wear our jackets for lunch. The starters and desserts were decent. The main course, mussels, had beautiful shells, but the mussel bodies were very small, gray, not even yellow, tasteless, and a quarter of the shells were empty. The mussel broth lacked any seasoning (garlic, onions, salt, pepper...) – nothing like a classic seafood dish! I wouldn't recommend going midweek, especially not on a Tuesday... it felt like we were eating reheated mussels from the weekend... What a shame. I want to emphasize that the person who served our table was perfect. Our mistake was not speaking up before leaving. We were very disappointed with the mussel dish.

Trouville-sur-Mer, March 3, 2026, solo dinner. Beachfront, 800m from the casino, outdoor and underground parking. Terrace seating available. Welcoming and friendly staff. Clean service, no wait. Beautifully presented and well-seasoned dishes. "Le Vivier" cocktail, oysters, skate wing, large cream dessert. Pleasant atmosphere, warm and inviting, accessible for people with reduced mobility, clean restrooms. 👍 Best wishes, looking forward to returning 🥰

An incredible Valentine's Day, the best we've ever had! A fruit platter, lol, absolutely amazing! You can go there without hesitation 😘

Exceptional location and setting. Delicious mussels and fries, and a superb sole meunière enjoyed in the sunshine with a sea view. The decor and staff are top-notch. Highly recommended.

The biggest advantage of this establishment is undoubtedly its location. Thanks to the magnificent view of the beach, the setting is truly relaxing and ideal for disconnecting. However, the service was a bit of a mixed bag. We found the waitress's interaction rather cold and uninviting. A smile or a warmer welcome would have made the experience perfect. It's a place worth visiting for the view alone, and we hope to have a better service next time!

Excellent service! Juliette, the young waitress, was very attentive, smiling, and professional from beginning to end. She made us feel comfortable and gave us excellent advice. A real plus for the restaurant experience.

Top-notch as usual. High or low season, the products are excellent, and the staff is impeccable.

A beautiful establishment on the beach with a superb view, quality cuisine, efficient service, and a very welcoming team; an address to remember.