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21. Première Édition
$$ | |Tucked away on a pretty street in the center of Avignon, this cozy duplex restaurant with a Japanese vibe is the city's newest hot spot for delicious, locally sourced small plates that elevate the humble vegetable. Aurélie Tomassin's thoughtful cuisine follows the seasons in dishes like squash-blossom-and-cheese-stuffed fritters, anchovy toast with sweet onion and homemade aioli, tender shredded chicken sandwich with lemon and frisée, or spicy hummus with homemade pita.
5 rue Prévôt, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84000, France04–84–14–59–85Known For
- Great for vegetarians
- Outdoor seating in warm weather
- Everything homemade with all local ingredients
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. -
22. Restaurant Fanny Rey et Jonathan Wahid
$$$$ | |Named for its illustrious chef and pastry chef, the restaurant of the L'Auberge de Saint-Remy hotel draws foodies from near and far. Inventive, earthy, and refined, Rey's cuisine doesn't so much redefine Provençal cooking as expand it. With a laser focus on local, sustainable ingredients, she eschews all animal fats, salt, and other staples of French gastronomy in favor of rich, slow-cooked fish and vegetable broths steeped with herbs and seaweeds, olive oil, peppers, and edible leaves and flowers to complement fish and meat. Rey first gained notoriety as second runner-up in France's Top Chef 2011 and then shattered the culinary glass ceiling in 2017 with her first Michelin star. Her dishes are small works of art that leave diners satisfied without a hint of heaviness, even after 10 courses. Wahid, Rey's husband and the winner of France's Pastry Chef of the Year 2005, creates the desserts—small wonders as beautiful and complex as they are delicious.
12 bd. Mirabeau, St-Rémy-de-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13210, France04–90–92–15–33Known For
- Refined and healthy cuisine
- Famous chef and pastry chef
- Glassed-in kitchen so you can watch the culinary team at work
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner Sun. -
23. Restaurant Sevin
$$$$ | |The stellar period interior of this renovated 12th-century mansion makes for an impressive backdrop to innovative and delicious cuisine. Try the pan-roasted veal medallion with dried porcini blinis and thinly sliced mushrooms with chervil, or splurge for the whole lobster sautéed in olive oil, muscat grapes, and beurre blanc with verjuice. The seasonal truffle menu may be too rich for some (€145), but a €45 lunch menu offers nice balance for budget-conscious travelers.
10 rue de Mons, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84000, France04–57–70–00–29Known For
- Meticulous sourcing and presentation
- Romantic setting with views of Papal Palace
- One of Avignon's top restaurants
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed. and Thurs., Reservations essential -
24. Skab
$$$$ | |Don't be put off by the name—a blend of the initials of owners Sébastien Kieffer and Alban Barbette—because this restaurant has an enchanting shaded garden terrace and a seasonal menu by chef Damien Sanchez that will not disappoint. Crispy Provençal lamb with fresh vegetables makes for a great main dish, and for dessert there's poached apple on a crispy pastry with apple jelly, nougat, heavy cream, and gingerbread ice cream. Fixed-price menus run €95–€130, but the €50 weekday lunch menu is a great value—if you can get a table.
7 rue de la République, Nîmes, Occitania, 30000, France04–66–21–94–30Known For
- Outstanding wine list
- Pretty outdoor courtyard
- Gluten-free and vegetarian options
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Mon., and last 2 wks in Apr., Reservations essential -
25. Vintrépide
$$ | |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
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. -
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26. 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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27. Cantoche
$$ | Vieux Port |Run by two sisters who are as committed to using local, sustainable ingredients as they are to coaxing all the goodness from the humble vegetable, this bright, popular lunchtime eatery is set amid boutiques on a pedestrian street minutes from the old port. Seated either in the chic dining room or on the sunny terrace, you can tuck into homemade veggie and goat cheese pizza drizzled with local olive oil or slow-cooked pork with nigella seed croquettes. Everything can be paired with a natural wine, craft beer, homemade kombucha, or fresh-pressed vegetable juice.
13 rue Haxo, Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13001, France04–91–70–24–99Known For
- Delicious, imaginative dishes
- Veggie-centric
- Lively, fun crowd
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner, Reservations essential -
28. L'Affenage
$$ | |Locals come to this restaurant in a former fire-horse shed for Provençal hors d'oeuvres like fried eggplant, green tapenade, chickpeas in cumin, and a slab of ham carved off the bone, perhaps followed by roasted potatoes with lamb chops grilled in the great stone fireplace. Call at least a week in advance to reserve table in summer, when you can opt for just the first-course buffet—and go back for seconds or even thirds.
4 rue Molière, Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13200, France04–90–96–07–67Known For
- Generous portions of local fare
- Terrace dining
- Reservations needed in summer
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
29. L'Epicerie
$$ | |This restaurant doesn't have great gastronomic pretensions, but the delicious food, hip waiters, and charming terrace in the quiet, cobblestone Place St-Pierre make it a local favorite. Order a steak with vraies frites (real chunky French fries), and soak up the atmosphere with the help of some well-chosen local wine.
10 pl. St-Pierre, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84000, France04–90–82–74–22Known For
- Wonderful terrace on historic Square St-Pierre
- Charming interiors
- Reasonable prices
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues., Wed., Jan., and Feb., Reservations essential -
30. L'Essentiel
$$$ | |This chic hot spot, steps from the Palais des Papes, is part of the "bistronomy" movement, which focuses on creative cooking, a casual atmosphere, and reasonable prices. The quaint terrace on a side street will lure in passersby, and the romantic 17th-century interior courtyard will keep them coming back.
2 rue Petite Fusterie, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84000, France04–90–85–87–12Known For
- Quality ingredients highlighting seafood
- Beautiful dining room
- Good-value lunch menu
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. -
31. La Belle Étoile
$$ | |The relaxed, welcoming atmosphere and lovely country setting here are worth the short drive to the town of Roaix. The affable owner and cook presents an ever-changing menu with an emphasis on what's fresh, local, and organic—salmon-and-sweet-onion tartlette nestled among a crisp mesclun salad might be among the starters, perhaps followed by chicken stuffed with local wild mushrooms.
1234 rte. des Princes d'Orange, Roaix, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 841108, France04–90–37–31–45Known For
- Relaxed garden dining
- Fresh ingredients
- Beautiful outdoor terrace
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Thurs. and mid-Feb.–mid-Mar. -
32. La Fourchette
$$ | |The service here is friendly, and the food is delicious and satisfying—as evidenced by the bevy of locals clamoring to get in. Dig in to heaping portions of escalope of salmon, chicken cilantro à l'orange, or what just might be the best Provençal daube (served with macaroni gratin) in France.
17 rue Racine, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84000, France04–90–85–20–93Known For
- Cozy, elegant atmosphere
- Family-friendly vibes
- Reasonable prices, especially for fixed-price menus
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed weekends and 1st 3 wks in Aug., Reservations essential -
33. La Fromagerie du Passage
$$ | |You can’t sample all of France’s 600 types of cheese at La Fromagerie du Passage, but there's a decadent selection of 20 or so, all fait maison (handcrafted) by Laurent and Hervé Mons, who won the prestigious Meilleurs Ouvriers (Best Craftsman of France) award for outstanding cheese maker. The waiters lyrically—and patiently—explain the region or texture of each cheese and suggest a wine with the right composition to bring out the subtle (and not so subtle) flavors. There's also an assortment of tapas, charcuterie, and desserts, as well as €27 menus that pair charcuterie and cheese with wine. While the setting is not the most romantic, there is an outdoor terrace.
55 cours Mirabeau, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13100, France04–42–22–90–00Known For
- Quality handcrafted cheeses
- Copious cheese and charcuterie plates
- Delicious sandwiches to stay or go
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
34. La Gueule du Loup
$$ | |You reach your table through the kitchen, bustling with chopping, sizzling, and wafting scents, which is a nice introduction to what awaits. The cooking is serious, featuring Provençal specialties such as rouget (red mullet) with pureed potatoes or caillette d'agneau (lamb baked in herbs). The four set menus are priced from €25 (lunch) to €35, so there's something that will appeal to all appetites and budgets.
39 rue des Arènes, Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 13200, France04–90–96–96–69Known For
- Rustic, stone-and-beam interior
- Best-ever crème brûlée
- Convivial atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed. and Thurs., Reservations essential -
35. La Table d'Uzès
$$$$ | |Uzès's only Michelin-starred restaurant has a stately but cozy dining room that sets the stage for a memorable meal from start to finish. Give yourself time to fully appreciate the dishes of chef Christophe Ducros, whose magic lies in the seasonal pairings of the freshest ingredients from both the countryside (like lamb served three ways) and coast (coquilles Saint-Jacques with butternut squash, yuzu, and trompette mushrooms) with complementary local wines. Service is meticulous yet friendly, and the menu, though abbreviated, covers all the gourmet bases and then some.
18 rue du Dr Blanchard, Uzès, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 30700, France04–66–20–07–00Known For
- Set in the town's most elegant hotel
- Michelin-star dining
- Good price-to-quality ratio
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. year-round. Closed Wed. mid-Oct.–Apr., Reservations essential -
36. La Vieille Fontaine
$$$$ | |Summer evening meals around the old fountain and boxwood-filled oil jars in the courtyard of the Hôtel d'Europe would be wonderful with filet de boeuf alone, but combine this romantic backdrop with top-notch southern French cuisine and you have a special event. Give yourself over to one of the great restaurants of the Vaucluse, complete with fine regional wines and an army of urbane servers—and hope for moonlight. The three-course €49 lunch menu (coffee and parking included) quickly refuels before tackling an afternoon's touring.
12 pl. Crillon, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84310, France04–90–14–76–76Known For
- Beautiful setting
- Outdoor courtyard dining
- Exquisite presentation
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon., Reservations essential -
37. Le Chalet Reynard
$ | |This restaurant, opened in 1927, is the spot to stop for lunch and to bask in the sun on your way up the eastern slope of Mont Ventoux. The food is far beyond the merely acceptable, whether you opt for simple omelets (with truffles in season), traditional options like tartiflette (a baked dish of potatoes, cheese, and bacon from the Savoie region) or even heartier fare such as a spit-roasted pig (for groups of 15 or more). Bikers, hikers, and car-trekkers alike gather at plank tables on the wooden deck or warm themselves in the chalet-style dining area.
Rte. du Mont Ventoux, Crillon-le-Brave, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84410, France04–90–61–84–55Known For
- Basic French comfort food
- Hiker-friendly atmosphere
- Reasonable prices
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov. No dinner -
38. Le Fournil
$$$ | |This restaurant's setting—in a former bakery that's tucked into a natural grotto and lighted by candles and arty torchères—is as memorable as the stylishly presented Provençal dishes on both the à la carte and prix-fixe menus. Try the thinly layered beetroot with feta cheese and walnut oil or the veal braised with anise and served with creamy polenta. There's a shaded terrace, too, by the 17th-century village fountain.
5 pl. Carnot, Bonnieux, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84480, France04–90–75–83–62Known For
- Beautiful terrace in the center of town
- Attentive service
- Focus on local wines
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues., Reservations essential -
39. Le Jardin du Quai
$$ | |Local antiques dealers come here to eat, and the place feels so welcoming that it would be easy to linger for hours. Chef Daniel Hébet made his name at La Mirande in Avignon and Le Domaine des Andéols in St-Saturnin-lès-Apt before opening this bistro in his own image—young, jovial, and uncompromising when it comes to quality. Off a noisy street near the train station is the gate to this garden haven, with metal tables under the trees and an airy interior with a vintage tile floor. Hébet offers a single set menu at lunch and another at dinner, and the food is so good that no one is complaining at the lack of choice (though he has been known to substitute meat for fish on request): poached egg with truffles, Saint Pierre with a hint of green onion, lobster in delicate pastry, and cherry meringue are all delicious.
91 av. Julien Guigue, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84800, France04–90–20–14–98Known For
- Choice of fine dining or bistro menu
- Charming setting and pretty terrace
- Well-priced wines
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues., Wed., and mid-Dec.–mid-Jan. -
40. Le Mas des Aigras
$$$ | |Set amid vineyards just outside Orange, this stone farmhouse restaurant recently updated its traditional dining room and its dishes, while maintaining its charm and its high standards. The sophisticated menu is based on the French classics like salmon mousse, house-made foie gras, beef cheeks, and a fish of the day. In warm weather, the terrace is a lovely place to be.
Chemin des Aigras, Orange, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, 84100, France04–90–34–81–01Known For
- Pretty setting
- Attention to presentation
- Outdoor terrace
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Mar.
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