The encounter
Loyal customers who fell in love — and not only with L'Art Caddy —, Bob and Babeth decided in 1988 to take the plunge and become the owners of this charming little restaurant, then just a simple salad bar.
Bob & Babeth, the early daysOur storyA story of love, pies and America
At 7 rue des Petits Degrés, tucked away in a lane of the Saint-Malo ramparts, L'Art Caddy is no ordinary restaurant. It's a journey — through time, and all the way to Louisiana. It all began in 1988.
1988 Bob & Babeth, the early daysThe trip that changed everything
Exhausted but driven by the urge to reinvent themselves, Bob and Babeth flew to the United States, where Bob has family. Louisiana, Houma, the heat, the spices… With Audrey their Cajun host, then alongside Dovie, an alligator fisherman from the bayou, they discovered a cuisine that moved them. They came back to Brittany with stars in their eyes — and suitcases full of recipes.
Louisiana — Houma & the bayouThe americana turn
The decor became the showcase of their memories: flags, license plates, Elvis, Route 66. Bob put Cajun dishes unheard of in the region on the menu — jambalaya, alligator, bison, Rib's BBQ — while Babeth started making sweet pies that quickly got people talking. L'Art Caddy stood out; people came from afar to taste these flavors from elsewhere.
Americana — Route 66 & Elvis2001 The sweet & savory pie shop
With the arrival of Léa and then Scott, the couple reorganized everything: refocusing on what they do best — American-style savory and sweet pies — and opening only at lunch. Closed on weekends, to enjoy family time. L'Art Caddy became the go-to spot for sweet-toothed locals.
The day's homemade pies2014 Babeth takes the helm
In 2014, the restaurant takes a major turn: Babeth takes charge and gives Bob a well-deserved retirement.
Babeth takes the helmMarch 2025 Setting course for Dinan
In March 2025, a first franchise opens its doors in Dinan. Thousands of pies later, Babeth still takes just as much pleasure in shaping them every morning!
The Dinan franchiseToday A dynamic duo
After a few years alongside Cécile, it is with Maïa — keeper of the recipe for the famous cole slaw — that Babeth now forms a dynamic duo. Every lunchtime, with warmth and good cheer, they whisk us away to a moment out of time.
Babeth & Maïa, today
« L'Art Caddy is like a recipe: bring together the finest ingredients and take a big, hearty bite! »
— Babeth
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