Chez Simon
Josselin
Restaurant in Josselin, France
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Chez Simon is a sensible Josselin option when convenience and a central meal matter more than a documented chef, cuisine style, or wine-led format. For special occasions, compare it with L'Eau d'Oust for a clearer traditional-cuisine and €€ signal, or La Marine if ambiance and location are the bigger priorities.
About Chez Simon
Chez Simon is a dining venue in Josselin with service from Thursday through Sunday and a smart-casual dress code. It is best approached as a practical local dining option rather than a venue built around a specific culinary hook.
A safer local choice when the occasion needs ease, not ceremony
The clearest planning details for Chez Simon are its opening windows: Thursday and Friday from 12–1:30 PM and 7–8 PM, Saturday from 12–1:30 PM and 7–8:30 PM, and Sunday from 12–1:30 PM and 7–8 PM. It is closed Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. For a special occasion, that makes it useful to consider if the schedule fits, but not automatic if the group needs a clearly defined cuisine, price range, or tasting format. If the group wants to compare before committing, start with our full Josselin restaurants guide.
For a wine-focused celebration, check current options directly before making this the anchor of the evening. The safer expectation is a meal where the practical details are clearer than the culinary positioning.
How to decide between Chez Simon and other options
Choose Chez Simon when dining in Josselin and fitting the Thursday-to-Sunday service windows matter most. Cross-shop La Marine if you want another option to compare, and consider Jo & Carmen, LE 6, A Comer, and L'Eau d'Oust if the group is weighing more than one possible fit.
For travelers building a fuller Josselin stop, the decision should sit alongside the rest of the plan rather than carry the whole trip. Pair the meal search with broader planning for the day so the booking matches the rest of the visit.
Planning details
- Location
- 9 Rue Olivier de Clisson, 56120 Josselin, France
- Website
- facebook.com
- Phone
- +33230919879
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Chez Simon presents as a rooted Breton town table set within the medieval fabric of Josselin. The copy foregrounds geography, coast, river and agricultural interior, and the restaurant reads as a neighborly place rather than a stop for passing tourists. That grounding gives the room a classic, quietly scenic feel: you dine within sight of the town’s château and its river silhouette, while the menu logic is driven by market rhythms and local supply. The overall tone is confident and tradition-minded, favoring provenance and seasonality over flash.
Best For
This is a meal for people who want an authentic provincial table: diners interested in seasonality, market-led cooking and ingredients that reflect Morbihan’s coastline and hinterland. The description makes clear Chez Simon depends on return trade, so it suits guests who appreciate locally focused cuisine and a neighborhood atmosphere: people who prefer a grounded, ingredient-forward experience to tourist-oriented dining. Visitors seeking a true taste of Breton produce will find this a solid local choice rather than a staged destination.
Ordering Tips
Expect a market-driven menu and ask about what arrived at the local markets that week. Ask about shellfish from the Gulf and estuaries, Porc de Bretagne, seasonal vegetables, pork-based charcuterie, slow-cooked local meats and vegetable plates that reflect current harvests. Framing questions around what the kitchen is sourcing that day will yield the clearest sense of the restaurant’s seasonal strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Sober, elegant, and contemporary decor with an open kitchen view, creating a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Prix fixe
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 9 Rue Olivier de Clisson, 56120 Josselin, France
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- La Marine, Notable alternative
- Jo & Carmen, Notable alternative
- LE 6, Notable alternative
- L'Eau d'Oust, Traditional Cuisine, €€
- A Comer, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Chez Simon compares in Josselin
Chez Simon is the lower-risk choice when the goal is an easy meal in Josselin without turning dinner into a research project. L'Eau d'Oust is clearer for value planning because it has a Traditional Cuisine and €€ signal, which helps if the group wants a more predictable format before committing.
La Marine is the first cross-shop if ambiance and the feel of the room matter as much as the food. Jo & Carmen and LE 6 are better comparison points for diners willing to look outside the immediate Josselin core for a different experience, though the available signals do not support a firm price or cuisine call.
If the original plan is blocked, A Comer belongs on the backup list alongside L'Eau d'Oust. For a celebration, pick the venue with the clearest current fit on cuisine, budget, and room style rather than assuming Chez Simon is the automatic special-occasion choice.
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Compare Chez Simon
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chez Simon | Josselin | , | , | No published awards |
| La Marine | Josselin | , | , | No published awards |
| Jo & Carmen | Reguiny | , | , | No published awards |
| LE 6 | Vannes | , | , | No published awards |
| L'Eau d'Oust | Rohan | Traditional Cuisine | €€ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| A Comer | Malestroit | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chez Simon good for a special occasion?
It may work for a simple occasion if the schedule fits and the group is comfortable with smart-casual dress. Compare it with La Marine or L'Eau d'Oust if you want to weigh other options first.
What are alternatives to Chez Simon?
Consider La Marine, Jo & Carmen, LE 6, L'Eau d'Oust, and A Comer as comparison options.
What should I order at Chez Simon?
Review the current menu or ask for the kitchen's recommendation when you arrive.
Is lunch or dinner better at Chez Simon?
Both lunch and dinner are listed Thursday through Sunday. Lunch runs from 12–1:30 PM; dinner runs from 7–8 PM on Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, and from 7–8:30 PM on Saturday.
