€€Traditional Cuisine
This friendly restaurant is decorated in vibrant colours and is set in a 19C townhouse. It serves seasonal cuisine based on fresh local produce, which can be enjoyed in the courtyard when the weather is fine.
€€Modern Cuisine
In the heart of old Avignon, this discreet restaurant occupies a long, narrow space with vintage hardwood floors, beamed ceilings and contemporary touches such as designer pendant lights, Plexiglas seats and simple settings on pale wood tabletops. Having worked in some top kitchens (Pollen, Le Carré d'Alethius, Le 1920), the chef rustles up straightforward modern cuisine centred on seasonal produce. He likes to prepare the same ingredient in different ways and showcase a variety of textures, a case in point being the peas that he serves with the Salers ribeye steak, or the strawberry and elder
€€regional
In this pleasant bistro in the heart of the city, with its industrial-style interior, street art touches and an open kitchen with a waxed-concrete bar, Jonathan provides friendly, professional service. Meanwhile, in the kitchen, chef Aurélie cooks up creative dishes inspired by bistro recipes or comfort food, adding a playful twist by means of spices, herbs, berries or dried fruit. Examples include devilled eggs with red curry, an old-school pita bread with braised shredded beef and a sesame cream, Carnaroli risotto with chanterelle mushrooms, or Aubrac beef tenderloin with a chicken sauce and
€€€Italian
Italy is the guest of honour courtesy of an enthusiastic and talented chef who crafts a creative Italian score made from quality ingredients showcased in tasting menus, including one vegetarian. From vitello tonnato and scialatielli with tellina clams to crispy courgette flowers, each generous, skilfully executed dish is packed with flavour and a hint of Mediterranean delicacy. The chef's husband supervises the warm, seamless service, ensuring that this gourmet experience embodies both authenticity and good food in a welcoming ambience.
€€€€Modern Cuisine, Creative
‘Pérouvence’, which is a porte-manteau of Peru, the homeland of the chef’s wife, Patricia, and Provence, chef Gérald Azoulay is from Avignon, is how the chef describes his culinary theme. Peruvian spices and a commitment to sustainable development guide Azoulay who takes us on a flavoursome globetrotting journey dominated by acidity, spices and embers: provençal stock, aji chuncho and smoked garlic; celeriac, green aji rocoto and a veggie reduction; Costières squab, ocopa, aji panca and gin. The interior sports a plush Belle Epoque edge and the wine list stars tipples from both countries.
🕐 Th-Mo 12:00-13:30,19:30-21:00
€€€Modern Cuisine
In the city of the famous arts festival, theatre is even part of the dining experience. Act I: a young couple of catering professionals set up shop in a magnificent edifice in the historic centre. Act II: a cheerful welcoming vibe and a cosy setting. Act III: a single set menu packed in fresh local, seasonal ingredients. The scene is set for the curtain to rise! Tuck into ravioles of cod brandade, celery and green apple sauce or breast of guinea fowl with parsnips and a gutsy gravy.
€€€€Modern Cuisine
Set within the historical walls of La Mirande, the mansion right next to the Palais des Papes, this fine dining restaurant is beautifully decorated. At your table in the superb 18C interior or in the gorgeous garden, tuck into delicious cuisine that exudes the flavours of the South of France.
🕐 Th-Su 12:00-13:15,19:30-21:15
€€€€Classic Cuisine
Right next to the Palais des Papes, this medieval residence is steeped in history. Inside, cooking up a storm with the support of a motivated young team, chef Guilhem Sevin has devised a modern culinary repertoire. If possible, take advantage of the terrace overlooking the square. Nice wine list.
€€Mediterranean Cuisine
Italia Palladino's second restaurant (the other being Italie Là-Bas), Café Roma boasts a prime location in the historical centre, at the foot of one of the towers of the Palais des Papes – admire the view from the terrace. The colourful interior decor with large golden mirrors adds to the charm. The dishes showcase the generous and fragrant flavours of the Mediterranean, incorporating the occasional Asian influence: grilled prawns glazed with ginger and soy sauce, Thai-style black rice served with swordfish and caponata.
€€Traditional Cuisine
In the historic city centre, this warm and lively bistro wins diners over with its smiling welcome and convivial atmosphere – and is frequently full. The traditional cuisine, rooted in the South of France, focuses on well-executed, comforting dishes: white pudding, breaded pig's trotters with mustard, veal onglet with mustard sauce and pommes dauphine, Avignon-style beef daube… and a praline meringue glacée, a special suggested that day by the waitstaff. An unpretentious and indulgent family-run restaurant.
€€€french
Good ideas, know - how... Julien Chazal, a young chef from Avignon, shows us how it's done! Furthermore, his seasonal cooking is visually meticulous, with presentations that leave nothing to chance. And let's not forget the down - to - earth, smiling service.
€€€€gastronomic
Wood panelling, mouldings and a fireplace set the elegant Provençal scene of this venerable establishment. Pascal Auger is in his element, crafting Mediterranean fare steeped in the aromas and flavours of the south. On sunny days (you’re in Avignon!) you can enjoy these delicacies beneath the ancient plane tree on the terrace facing a fountain.
€€€€french
This gorgeous old Provençal bastide on the outskirts of Avignon upholds the hospitality traditions of the country inns of yesteryear devoted to good food and good cheer. Noble produce and classicism take front stage here, illustrated by loin of cod sautéed on a slice of bread with a trio of celery, leeks and peanuts, although the occasional more modern creation can also be found. Southern Côte du Rhône wines take pride of place in the cellar. Lovely terrace in fine weather and polished service.