Provence Restaurants
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1. Il Était une Fois
$$ | |At one of Aix's best "bistronomic" (gastronomic bistro) eateries, a stone's throw from the Cours Mirabeau, diners swoon for the small but delicious and beautifully presented selection of upscale French classics—crusted lobster with feta and coriander, squash samosas and homemade goose pâté, or roasted veal giblets with gouda-cauliflower and black truffle. Don't be alarmed by the small à la carte menu; it means you're only served what's market fresh that day. Do go for one of the tasting menus, as they're by far the best deal.
4 rue Lieutaud, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13100, France04–42–58–78–56Known For
- Rigorous chef who loves to innovate
- Delicious dishes featuring both meat (especially organ meats) and fish
- Great-value set menus
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Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. No dinner Sun. -
2. Le Mas Bottero
$$$$ | |If you're headed from Aix to the Vaucluse or any point north of the city, do what the local gourmands do and get thee to this gastronomic restaurant 23 km (14 miles) northwest of Aix on France's famous Nationale 7 (D7). A veteran of top kitchens from London to Switzerland, chef Nicolas Bottero struck out on his own in 2017, creating cuisine of utmost refinement but without a trace of fussiness and following the seasons and the local producers. In fall and winter expect squash, wild game, and local mushrooms, and, in summer, all the bounty of Provence. This is the perfect spot for a long lunch, but whether you're coming for lunch or dinner, allow plenty of time to savor a stellar meal.
2340 rte. d'Aix RN7, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13760, France04–42–67–19–18Known For
- Knowledgeable sommelier helps pair wines by the glass or bottle
- All-vegetarian menus
- Bright, modern dining room
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3. Le Saint Estève
$$$$ | |A short drive from Aix over scenic Route Cézanne, this elegant restaurant on the grounds of Les Lodges hotel has an inspired menu—and who wouldn't be inspired with these breathtaking views of Cézanne's beloved mountain? Michelin-starred chef Julien Le Goff doesn't have far to look for the locally sourced products such as wild trompette de la mort mushrooms for a luscious dish of langoustines, mussels, and lemon-infused bouillon or line-caught turbot with French caviar, crispy potatoes, and a Champagne emulsion. Heads turn as virtuosic dishes, one more beautiful than the next, are flourished at the table. Finish with an ethereally light pavlova of Granny Smith apples with a cloud of meringue flecked with gold and paired with a sweet local wine. There is a shady outdoor terrace overlooking olive groves, woods, and the mountain.
2500 rte. Cézanne, Le Tholonet, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13100, France04–42–27–10–14Known For
- Stupendous views of Cezanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire
- Elaborate fixed-price menus
- Lovely terrace
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. Jan.–Mar. No dinner Sun. -
4. Les Vieilles Canailles
$$ | |Most recently the chef at Alain Ducasse's Monaco palace, the thirtysomething chef at the helm of this cozy wine bar is passionate about tracking down the best local ingredients, whether it's the juicy tomatoes with your roasted octopus salad or the Camargue rice with your succulent lamb. And he's no less scrupulous about wines, with a penchant for small natural and biodynamic producers from every region of France. It's a good idea to order several of the delicious, well-priced small dishes to taste as many as possible, but the fixed-price menus assure a great price-to-quality ratio. Be sure to reserve ahead, as the restaurant has only 20 spots and is an absolute favorite with locals.
7 rue Isolette, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13100, France04–42–91–41–75Known For
- Chalkboard menu of daily specials
- Unbeatable prices for fixed menus
- Small space that fills up quick, so reserve in advance
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5. Mickaël Féval
$$$ | |This is the kind of place that young cooks dream of working in to learn the ropes, and Féval, quite young himself, has trained many a Michelin-acclaimed chef. After earning his fame in Paris, Féval opened this casual-elegant dining room, tucked away on a typically picturesque Aix side street, with a menu of dishes so masterful and flavorful that the restaurant soon became a local benchmark. Olivia Féval charmingly presides over the dining room to ensure that every moment is impeccable.
11 petite rue St-Jean, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13100, France04–42–93–29–60Known For
- Gorgeous presentation
- Market-fresh dishes that change frequently
- Impeccable service
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. -
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6. Vintrépide
$$ | |At this sleek little wine bar, an understated decor belies splendid cuisine that easily stands up to some of Aix's more pricy gastronomic tables, but with much less fuss. In keeping with the wine bar ethos, plates are small (all the better to pair with wines by the glass) but beautifully conceived and sometimes thrilling—think foie gras with apricot confit, sea bream and wild mushrooms, or zucchini flowers stuffed with ricotta and mint. Don't be shy to ask for advice on wine pairings; you'll be glad you did.
48 rue du Puits Neuf, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13100, France04–28–31–16–41Known For
- Zero snob appeal
- Delicious desserts
- Under the tourist radar
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. -
7. Café Le Grillon
$ | |Dating back 100 years, this is among the Cours Mirabeau's oldest cafés. Its old-fashioned interior and terrace facing the pretty square give it a certain Provençal charm, and you'll find a menu of French brasserie classics along with the usual café fare.
49 cours Mirabeau, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13100, France04–86–22–44–44Known For
- Historic setting
- Standard brasserie fare
- Perfect setting facing Cours Mirabeau
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8. Gaodina
$$ | |If you have a car and feel like a long, leisurely lunch or dinner in the countryside, this leafy spot 7 km (4 miles) from Aix is a good choice. On nice days, you can sip the local wines under tall plane trees and take in the bucolic views before enjoying fresh local specialties prepared with care and precision. On cooler days, having a meal in the pretty dining room or atrium is almost as pleasant as dining en plein air. Afterward, you're welcome to try your hand at pétanque court over a digestif. If the local wines have proven too tempting, you can stay at the on-site Gaogaïa Hotel.
1075 Chem. du Mont Robert, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13290, France06–65–67–53–26Known For
- Lovely country setting
- Reliably fresh
- Sustainable and eco-friendly
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9. La Fromagerie du Passage
$$ | |You can’t sample all of France’s 600 types of cheese at La Fromagerie du Passage, but there's a decadent selection of 20 or so, all fait maison (handcrafted) by Laurent and Hervé Mons, who won the prestigious Meilleurs Ouvriers (Best Craftsman of France) award for outstanding cheese maker. The waiters lyrically—and patiently—explain the region or texture of each cheese and suggest a wine with the right composition to bring out the subtle (and not so subtle) flavors. There's also an assortment of tapas, charcuterie, and desserts, as well as €27 menus that pair charcuterie and cheese with wine. While the setting is not the most romantic, there is an outdoor terrace.
55 cours Mirabeau, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13100, France04–42–22–90–00Known For
- Quality handcrafted cheeses
- Copious cheese and charcuterie plates
- Delicious sandwiches to stay or go
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
10. Mana Espresso
$ | |If you're hankering for a good cup of coffee (not found in the more standard cafés around Aix), you won't go wrong here. The clientele is mainly students and locals—who know a reliably excellent brew when they taste one—and breakfast pastries and a small menu of snacks accompany the long list of coffee drinks, teas, and other beverages.
14 rue Courteissade, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13100, France04–86–22–44–44Known For
- Coffee fit for connoisseurs
- Homemade snacks
- Lingering encouraged
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner.
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