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  • 21. La Mirande

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    Whether you dine under the 14th-century coffered ceilings, surrounded by exquisite paintings and Renaissance tapestries, or in the intimate garden under the walls of the Palais des Papes, the restaurant of the luxurious Hôtel de la Mirande transports you to another time. Chef Florent Pietravalle offers original haute-cuisine dishes with a focus on local products, perhaps wild cèpes with caviar and razor clams, line-caught dorade with roasted cucumber and a Granny Smith apple emulsion, or aged beef with Jerusalem artichokes and wild blackberries. Foodies, take note: Tuesday and Wednesday dinners are table d'hôtes, and one week every month the restaurant's cooking school, La Table Haute, invites guest chefs to teach casual, multilingual cooking classes for 6–12 people around a large table in a charming, authentic 19th-century kitchen, followed by a convivial feast—there are classes for children, too.

    4 pl. de la Mirande, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84000, France
    04–90–85–93–93

    Known For

    • Michelin-starred chef
    • Unparalleled elegance
    • Chef's table and wonderful food and wine workshops

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues., Wed., and 3 wks in Jan., Reservations essential
  • 22. La Table des Amis

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    Chef Christophe Bacquié spent a dozen years at the renowned Hotel & Spa de Castellet, where he earned three Michelin stars, before he and his wife, Alexandra, set off on their own in 2022. Now Alexandra presides over their welcoming restaurant and chambres d'hôtes (guest rooms), set amid vineyards and lavender fields, and the chef is just as likely to serve your amuse-bouche as he is to whisk away your plate—and then ask you what you thought. You'll visit the cellar to choose your wine before feasting on a succession of sophisticated dishes made with ingredients like trout from the nearby Sorgue River, vegetables straight from the kitchen garden, or Alpilles lamb raised on garrigue herbs. Though the menu is prix-fixe only, the chef is happy to adapt dishes as needed.

    2420 chemin du Four, Bonnieux, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84480, France
    06–33–63–81–24

    Known For

    • Innovations in the kitchen
    • The kindest welcome
    • Outstanding service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.and Tues. No lunch., Reservation essential
  • 23. La Villa Madie

    $$$$

    Chef Dimitri Droisneau may profess his cuisine to be humble, but it’s worth changing out of your beachwear (closed-toe shoes are required) to dine at the three-Michelin-starred restaurant he runs with his wife, Marielle. Standout dishes include the delicately grilled Mediterranean rouget with almonds and fennel that's drizzled with an urchin-and-saffron sauce. Overseeing a cellar with 550 wines, regional and beyond, the knowledgeable sommelier can suggest accompaniments, whether you opt for one of the two set menus (€180 lunch and €280 dinner) or go the pricier à la carte route. Allow time to linger over pre-dinner cocktails by the waterfront Brasserie du Corton.

    Av. de Revestel, Cassis, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13260, France
    04–96–18–00–00

    Known For

    • A top choice in the region
    • Brilliant seafood dishes
    • Huge wine list

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Jan.–mid-Feb., Tues., and Wed. No dinner Mon., Reservations essential
  • 24. Le 17 Place aux Vins

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    A cave (wine store) by day and a happening wine and tapas bar by night, this is a great place to sample the famous wines of the Côtes du Rhône—perhaps a local Beaume-de-Venise, which goes nicely with the house-made foie gras. Whether you sit inside or out on the terrace, charming, knowledgeable staffers will pour samples until you've found the perfect pairing for your charcuterie or artisanal cheese plate.

    17 pl. Rose Goudard, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84800, France
    04–90–15–68–67

    Known For

    • Local favorite
    • Menu of local specialties
    • Extensive list of wines by the glass
  • 25. Le Bistrot du Paradou

    $$$

    This spot has seen its share of famous diners, from French movie stars to politicians, but you'd never know it from the friendly, laid-back atmosphere cultivated by the longtime chef and his loyal staff who loudly greet their friends—meaning everyone. From the apéritif until the bill comes (which could be a while, as you'll want to take your time here), you're drawn into the rhythm of Provençal bistro dining, with a bottle of the house red wine ready at your table and a stellar cheese platter all to yourself. There is a set menu for lunch and dinner—a choice of two starters, one or two main courses, and six desserts—ensuring that every morsel is fresh, local, and cooked to perfection. The bistro is about 6 km (4 miles) from Les-Baux-de-Provence and 13 km (8 miles) from St-Rémy-de-Provence.

    57 av. de la Vallée des Baux, Les Baux-de-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13520, France
    04–90–54–32–70

    Known For

    • Exceptional atmosphere
    • High-quality ingredients
    • Set menus with choice between two starters, two mains, and six desserts

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
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  • 26. Le Capucin

    $$ | La Canebière

    Fresh from the kitchens of Michelin-star chef Lionel Levy, Sylvain Touati has swiftly shown what he can do in this kitchen of his own, where he turns out brasserie-type dishes that are hearty and satisfying as well as innovative and sophisticated. Not one dish on the menu disappoints, nor does the chic dining room—which is airy and bright at lunchtime and lively at night—or the brilliant barman who concocts some of the best craft cocktails in town.

    48 La Canebière, Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13001, France
    04–30–22–03–12

    Known For

    • Fearless innovation in dishes that feel like instant classics
    • French comfort food
    • Excellent craft cocktails
  • 27. Le Carillon

    $$$

    If you're willing to travel 10 minutes to the tiny perched village of Goult, you'll be rewarded with a top-notch, thoroughly French meal at a restaurant that's elegant enough for a celebratory dinner, yet casual enough for a gourmet lunch on the go. Sea-crab soup with fricassee of cuttlefish and homemade aïoli makes a nice prelude to saddle of rabbit with local chanterelle mushrooms stewed with kale (a rarity in France). Top off your meal with a homemade sorbet, pear poached in black current and stuffed with rice pudding, or assorted regional goat cheeses and a local rosé. In summer, try for a seat on the small outdoor terrace overlooking the town square and church.

    Av. du Luberon, Goult, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84220, France
    04–90–72–15–09

    Known For

    • Classic French dishes with a certain amount of elegance
    • Homemade sorbet for dessert
    • Outdoor terrace overlooking the town square

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed., Reservations essential
  • 28. Le Galoubet

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    Tucked away under a canopy of green, this cozy local favorite serves contemporary French fare far above the usual offerings. Relax in a vintage armchair while enjoying appetizers like creamy burrata cheese with perfectly ripe heirloom tomatoes or grilled sardines with arugula and olives and entrées such as succulent guinea fowl or steak smothered in fresh morels with a side of golden frites. Seafood also factors large on the menu, and there are plenty of vegetarian choices, too. The top-notch wine list emphasizes natural, small-producer options.

    18 rue du Dr. Fanton, Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13200, France
    04–90–93–18–11

    Known For

    • Excellent seafood dishes
    • Terrific natural wines
    • Bistro vibe

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
  • 29. Le Mas Bottero

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    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, France
    04–42–67–19–18

    Known For

    • Knowledgeable sommelier helps pair wines by the glass or bottle
    • All-vegetarian menus
    • Bright, modern dining room

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
  • 30. Le Saint Estève

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    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, France
    04–42–27–10–14

    Known For

    • Stupendous views of Cezanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire
    • Elaborate fixed-price menus
    • Lovely terrace

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. Jan.–Mar. No dinner Sun.
  • 31. Le Violette

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    You could hardly beat the location of this (mostly outdoor) bistro in the shady, elegant courtyard of the Collection Lambert. Hearty lunches and dinners include a fish and meat choice with plenty of fresh local vegetables and salads on the side—perhaps, salmon gravlax with an Asian-inflected cabbage salad or roasted lamb with bright steamed veggies. Wines are mostly organic with plenty of choices by the glass, or spring for a fresh-pressed juice with a spritz of fresh ginger. Scrumptious desserts round out the meal or make a pleasant teatime break after exploring the collection.

    5 rue Violette, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84000, France
    04–90–85–36–42

    Known For

    • Superfresh ingredients
    • Unbeatable shaded terrace
    • Organic wines by the glass

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner Sun. and Tues.
  • 32. Le Vivier

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    Patrick Fischnaller returned to southern France from London and quickly won acclaim (and a Michelin star) with this dazzler just outside the town center. Start off by enjoying a glass of wine (from €8) while seated on the orange sofa in the Art Deco–style lounge before heading to a table for foie gras and smoked eel terrine, pigeon pie, or strawberry soup with basil and black olives from the €70 menu (or order à la carte). But be sure to try the sublime roast beef with cherry marmalade or the roasted cod with stuffed piquillo peppers. The philosophy that wine is as important as food is reflected in an extensive list. Did we mention that the Sorgue River runs underneath the terrace?

    800 cours Fernande Peyre, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84800, France
    04–90–38–52–80

    Known For

    • Riverside views from the terrace
    • Excellent roast beef with cherry marmalade
    • Long, leisurely lunches

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Tues., and late Feb.–mid-Mar. No lunch Sat. No dinner Sun., Reservations essential
  • 33. Les Baux Jus

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    Who would have thought that you could find a 100% organic, raw, gluten-free, and vegan restaurant of this caliber in the heart of meat-centric Provence? It's foodie heaven to those with restricted diets, offering a tantalizing range of cold-pressed juices, salads, pastries, and smoothies so good that even carnivores will appreciate them. The rustic dining room is adorable, and there is a sunny terrace overlooking the village.

    Rue de la Calade, Les Baux-de-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13520, France
    09–86–39–84–96

    Known For

    • Vegan and gluten-free dishes
    • 100% organic ingredients
    • Friendly atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues.
  • 34. Les Vieilles Canailles

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    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, France
    04–42–91–41–75

    Known For

    • Chalkboard menu of daily specials
    • Unbeatable prices for fixed menus
    • Small space that fills up quick, so reserve in advance

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
  • 35. 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, France
    04–42–93–29–60

    Known For

    • Gorgeous presentation
    • Market-fresh dishes that change frequently
    • Impeccable service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
  • 36. Pâtisserie Jouvaud

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    You'll never feel more like a kid in a candy shop than when you feast your eyes on the scintillating pastries, candied fruits (a specialty of the Vaucluse since Roman times), chocolates, and other local sweets sold here. At the charming café next door you can enjoy your selection with tea or coffee; there's also a small menu of savory lunch dishes.

    5 av. des Quatre Otages, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84800, France
    04–90–26–72–94

    Known For

    • The best of French pastries
    • Everything made on the premises
    • Friendly, English-speaking service
  • 37. Pollen

    $$$

    This luminous, casual dining room is an absolute must on any foodie circuit of Provence. Michelin-starred chef Mathieu Desmaret's thoughtful approach to seasonal Provençal products and wild ingredients and exquisite attention to unusual flavor pairings make for a revelatory experience far beyond the usual gourmet cuisine. Beautifully presented dishes both delight and surprise—such as a luscious emerald-green velouté of wild-dandelion paired with chèvre and flowers or perfectly roasted Ventoux black pork with tender asparagus and mussels. Lunch features three- or six-course menus; dinner sees six- or eight-course menus.

    18 rue Joseph Vernet, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84000, France
    04–86–34–93–74

    Known For

    • On a charming street at the center of town
    • Prix-fixe menus
    • Casual setting for elegant dishes

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed weekends
  • 38. Première Édition

    $$

    Tucked away on a pretty street in the center of Avignon, this cozy duplex restaurant with a Japanese vibe is the city's newest hot spot for delicious, locally sourced small plates that elevate the humble vegetable. Aurélie Tomassin's thoughtful cuisine follows the seasons in dishes like squash-blossom-and-cheese-stuffed fritters, anchovy toast with sweet onion and homemade aioli, tender shredded chicken sandwich with lemon and frisée, or spicy hummus with homemade pita.

    5 rue Prévôt, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84000, France
    04–84–14–59–85

    Known For

    • Great for vegetarians
    • Outdoor seating in warm weather
    • Everything homemade with all local ingredients

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues.
  • 39. Restaurant Fanny Rey et Jonathan Wahid

    $$$$

    Named for its illustrious chef and pastry chef, the restaurant of the L'Auberge de Saint-Remy hotel draws foodies from near and far. Inventive, earthy, and refined, Rey's cuisine doesn't so much redefine Provençal cooking as expand it. With a laser focus on local, sustainable ingredients, she eschews all animal fats, salt, and other staples of French gastronomy in favor of rich, slow-cooked fish and vegetable broths steeped with herbs and seaweeds, olive oil, peppers, and edible leaves and flowers to complement fish and meat. Rey first gained notoriety as second runner-up in France's Top Chef 2011 and then shattered the culinary glass ceiling in 2017 with her first Michelin star. Her dishes are small works of art that leave diners satisfied without a hint of heaviness, even after 10 courses. Wahid, Rey's husband and the winner of France's Pastry Chef of the Year 2005, creates the desserts—small wonders as beautiful and complex as they are delicious.

    12 bd. Mirabeau, St-Rémy-de-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13210, France
    04–90–92–15–33

    Known For

    • Refined and healthy cuisine
    • Famous chef and pastry chef
    • Glassed-in kitchen so you can watch the culinary team at work

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner Sun.
  • 40. Restaurant Sevin

    $$$$

    The stellar period interior of this renovated 12th-century mansion makes for an impressive backdrop to innovative and delicious cuisine. Try the pan-roasted veal medallion with dried porcini blinis and thinly sliced mushrooms with chervil, or splurge for the whole lobster sautéed in olive oil, muscat grapes, and beurre blanc with verjuice. The seasonal truffle menu may be too rich for some (€145), but a €45 lunch menu offers nice balance for budget-conscious travelers.

    10 rue de Mons, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84000, France
    04–57–70–00–29

    Known For

    • Meticulous sourcing and presentation
    • Romantic setting with views of Papal Palace
    • One of Avignon's top restaurants

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed. and Thurs., Reservations essential

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