L'arrière pays, French restaurant in rue Basse, Lille, France
L'arrière pays is a restaurant on rue Basse that specializes in gourmet tartines made fresh daily in its own kitchen. The menu offers both hot and cold variations, all served on freshly baked bread.
The establishment was founded on rue Basse and continues the French tradition of artisanal bread making, which has been central to northern French gastronomy. This craft-based approach to bread production forms the foundation for its current concept.
The restaurant honors northern French food traditions through dishes like the Tom Sawyer tartine with chicken and pecans, and Oh My Duck with fig and smoked duck breast. The menu reflects local preferences for savory and sweet combinations on crispy bread.
The restaurant is open seven days a week with varying hours depending on the day, ranging from midday to late evening. It is helpful to check the exact times before visiting, as hours vary throughout the week.
The restaurant bakes multiple types of bread and brioche from scratch daily, which forms the foundation for its open-faced sandwiches. This in-house daily production sets it apart from other establishments in the area.
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