Creperie Du Lutin - Évian-les-Bains

Avoid this place--it 's WEIRD. A few days ago we stopped at this crêperie behind the tourist office. The setting is pleasant, on a terrace in a mixed residential-commercial development, surrounded by greenery. The tables are an attractive mix of lime-green and chocolate. The hostess said abruptly, We 're not taking any orders. It was about five minutes after two, so absent any explanation, we concluded that the kitchen closed promptly at two--uncommon for France, and particularly for a crêperie, but at least understandable, though she might at least have begun with Desolée, mais... Today we stopped by again, well before two, but this time when we tried to order, my husband was told he could not order a sweet crêpe, although it was on the menu. When asked why, we were told that he had to order a salted (i.e., cheese, etc. before he could have a sweet crêpe. This is a restaurant! the hostess announced. I 've already told you that you can only order a sweet crêpe after a salted one. (She hadn 't; only that she was not taking any more orders. Ignoring what was printed on the menu, she pointed to a sign offering a more elaborate meal at 15 euros. Having lived in France and spent summers there for over half a century, I can assure you that a crêperie is not the same thing as a restaurant--and Vive la différence! for people who prefer not to eat copiously at midday. We went to the rue Nationale and quickly found another crêperie, where I had a salted crêpe, an original combination of bleu d 'Auvergne and fig preserves, and my husband had a chocolate one, washed down with a good bottle of cider from Brittany. And there the owners were charming.

Ownership of this little Creperie has changed, but the same standards and ambiance persist. A pleasant stop for a light meal at a reasonable price. Still worth a visit.

Pretty little Creperie facing the rear of the tourist office. Light, sweet and savoury Breton crepes and Galettes. Friendly atmosphere and good value. Run as a small family business in conjunction with the mini golf and pedalo hire on the promenade. When Frank is not ski instructing in winter you will find him making crepes in the restaurant. Good value for something tasty and different.

Not located in the most touristic area, yet very close the center, this place did not disappoint. Though there is outdoor service, the inside of this restaurant is small and charming. The owner took the time to explain certain decorations which were meaningful to him but appropriate for any patron to enjoy. About the food: The crepe au sarrasin (buckwheat) was a delight. There is an art to mixing that dough and the chef obviously mastered it. The mushroom filling was light and delicious. the dessert crepe with banana was also very appreciated. Decent wine list . Went there twice and plan on returning during our next trip to Evian. Definitely recommend.

This place served orange juice that was three month beyond its expiry date to a pregnant woman. When being confronted the waitress was even becoming unfriendly. I hope that place gets closed down soon as it deserves nothing else.