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Mediterranean Restaurants in Avignon — 5 of Our Favourites

Find your perfect Avignon restaurant, shortlisted by our local experts

Numero 75 Restaurant, Avignon interior

1. Numero 75 Restaurant

Location
Avignon

Boasting a great location and a pleasant large courtyard for dining al fresco surrounded by plants, this restaurant serves freshly cooked French cuisine.

The garden is undoubtedly the selling point of the restaurant, taking diners away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Their menu is full of classic French and Mediterranean fine dining dishes, with creative twists. They have a great wine list.

Open Monday to Saturday, 12:00-14:00 and 20:00-22:00.

La Fourchette, Avignon interior

2. La Fourchette Restaurant

Location
Avignon

Philippe Heily combines local products with intense flavours to create gourmet dishes. Situated in the centre of the old town near to the Palais des Papes La Fourchette has been around since 1982 and has a great reputation with toursits and locals alike.

In July 2013 the French President Francois Hollande was a patron of the restaurant.

Simple flavoursome dishes are served alongside a large drinks and wine selection in a warm and friendly setting. A great spot to share a meal with business partners, friends, family and loved ones.

Open for both lunch and dinner during the week and closed on Saturday & Sundays.

Le Crillon Restaurant, Avignon interior

3. Le Crillon Restaurant

Location
Avignon

Located on one of the oldest and most beautiful squares in Avignon, at this restaurant you can enjoy a coffee on its pleasant terrace, or dinner in its dining room.

Sicilian chef Francesco Santapa offers a Mediterranean cuisine with a twist in a menu that changes with the seasons, using only fresh local produce.

They offer set menus for lunch and dinner.

Open from Monday to Sunday for lunch, 12:00-14:30, and for dinner 19:00-22:30 (closed Tuesday and Wednesday evenings and Sundays all day).

La Vieille Fontaine, Avignon restaurant terrasse

4. La Vieille Fontaine Restaurant

Location
Avignon

The skilful blend of the best products, herbs and oils has driven "La Vieille Fontaine" restaurant to the ranks of one of the best restaurants in this region. 

A native of the region, Bruno d'Angelis was trained by great French chefs. He came back to Avignon in April 2000, to one of the hotel jewels of Provence, Hôtel d'Europe. Angelis creates contemporary cuisine full of the colours and flavours of the region.

In addition to the handsome menu of whisky, champagne, and other quality drinks, this place is famous for its smoked salmon, foie gras and the assortment of cold meats that are served throughout the day until late in the evening.

Restaurant La Vieille Fontaine is open for lunch from Tuesday to Saturday from 12:00 to 13:30 and for dinner from Tuesday to Saturday from 19:30 to 21:30.

 

Les Frenes Hotel, Avignon hotel restaurant

5. Le Jardin des Frenes Restaurant

Location
Avignon

Located in a beautiful 19th-century house of Napoleonic style, this restaurant is part of Les Frenes Hotel.

Their menu combines French and Provençal tradition with creativity and contemporary touches. They serve Mediterranean cuisine in their elegant dining room or the pleasant terrace at the heart of a large park.

Open every day from 12:00 to 14:00 and 19:30 to 21:00.