The Best Restaurants in Provence
Experience Provence's best restaurants recommended by top names in the restaurant industry.
Provence, located in southeast France, is a popular summer destination for both visitors and food enthusiasts. In this guide, we have compiled a list of top restaurants in Provence, recommended by top chefs, food writers, and other culinary experts.
Offering a unique dining experience, Le Relais du Castelet is renowned for its farm-to-table menu. The restaurant provides a pleasant setting for diners, making it a standout choice. It also offers a wine list that includes undiscovered domains from the region, perfect for those looking to try something new.
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The Hôtel Restaurant Alain Llorca, located in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, offers a gastronomic experience inspired by Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant, which has been awarded a Michelin star, is known for its stunning views and its focus on using high-quality ingredients. With service noted for its excellence, the restaurant also provides expert wine advice from a sommelier with a great sense of humour.
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This eatery offers a unique fusion of seafood and Asian flavors, served in a modern setting with an inviting outdoor setup. The menu is inventive and delicious, with dishes such as the seafood platter, appetizers, and mains. The service is friendly and the atmosphere is cozy, making it a great place for a meal.
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Located in the serene French countryside, La Chassagnette offers a unique dining experience with a set menu featuring vegetables from their own garden. The restaurant's cooking style is rooted in the traditional Camargue style, yet it introduces a delightful twist to classic dishes. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with the charm of the sandy stones of Southern France creating a memorable ambiance.
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This is a top-tier spot in the South of France, known as La Vague d'Or. The restaurant is helmed by Chef Arnaud Donckele, who is renowned for his incredibly flavorful dishes. The service here is also top-notch, ensuring a pleasant dining experience for all.
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This restaurant is nestled in the luxurious Hôtel Château de La Chèvre d’Or. With a breathtaking view of the bay of St.Jean Cap Ferrat, the restaurant offers a mix of tradition and modernity, providing a unique dining experience. Chef Arnaud Faye, a MOF, specializes in dishes that showcase the bounty of the sea and land of the Côte d’Azur, making it a perfect place for those seeking culinary refinement.
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L'Oustau de Baumanière is a gastronomic restaurant that is part of a historic establishment, created in 1945, and is deeply ingrained in the history of French cuisine. The restaurant is known for its refined and creative cuisine under the direction of Chef Glenn Viel, offering a unique blend of relaxation, rusticity, and elegance. The dining experience is amplified by the breathtaking surroundings, making it a memorable place for any occasion.
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With a breathtaking view and an impressive design, Ceto provides an unforgettable dining experience even before the first bite. The restaurant is the brainchild of Mauro Colagreco, known for his work around fish and maturation, and offers a unique gastronomic journey that blends tradition with modernity. The dishes, while minimalistic in presentation, hold great flavors, and are sourced locally from the Mediterranean land and sea, with sustainability at the forefront of their creation.
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Astoux et Brun is a culinary institution known for its fresh seafood dishes prepared in a Mediterranean style. The restaurant is always bustling, serving a variety of seafood including oysters, sea snails, and prawns, alongside house-made bread and aioli. Despite it being on the pricier side, the quality of the food and the simplicity of the dishes make it a worthwhile dining experience.
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Experience a unique gastronomic journey at AM par Alexandre Mazzia, where every meal is an invitation to discover the chef's story through food. The restaurant offers a menu that combines global Mediterranean flavors with a focus on vegetables and seafood, prepared in an individualistic, chef-focused style. The harmonious plating and flavor combinations are a testament to the restaurant's commitment to delivering an unforgettable dining experience.
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This restaurant, La Mercerie, is led by British-born chef Harry Cummins and his young team who serve bold yet simple dishes made from local products. The restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere and a diverse wine list curated by the passionate sommelier, Laura Vidal. With a menu that changes regularly based on product availability and freshness, La Mercerie offers a unique dining experience with options like their surprise 5-course "Feed Me" menu.
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At SEPIA, the menu is a creative exploration of taste, with innovative dishes like stuffed cabbage and grilled fish with greens, accented by unexpected ingredients like Korean seaweed and sea urchin shells. The cooking, led by Chef Paul Langlère, is characterized by playful acidity and voluptuous flavors. With a focus on breaking the norms of bistronomy, SEPIA offers a unique dining experience that includes a stunning view of the sea.
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Located on the edge of the Mediterranean, Tuba Club - Cabanons et Restaurant is a former divers club that has been converted into a terrace restaurant. The restaurant is known for its simple and fresh seafood preparations, with the fishing harbour close by adding to the freshness of the meals. The restaurant also features a minimalist decor inspired by Le Corbusier, marrying simplicity with nature, and offering a unique dining experience.
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Offering a three-star dining experience, Restaurant Mirazur is known for its world-class cuisine by Chef Mauro Colagreco, set against the backdrop of the Mediterranean sea. The chef's menu is inspired by the immediate landscape, drawing from the sea, surrounding mountains, and the restaurant's own gardens, resulting in inventive and artfully presented dishes. The restaurant is also recognized for its friendly hospitality and beautiful views, providing a unique dining experience that leaves a lasting impression.
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Offering a unique blend of Mediterranean and Scandinavian cuisines, Pure & V is known for its use of fresh, seasonal produce. The cooking style is characterized by a touch of finesse that transforms ingredients into deep flavours, primarily focusing on fish and vegetables. Alongside the food, the restaurant also boasts a curated selection of natural wines that complement the dishes perfectly.
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Focused on celebrating the richness of vegetables, Racines offers a unique gastronomic experience. The restaurant has been created by Bruno and Marion Cirino, who provide excellent service and cuisine in a simple setting. The dishes are creatively crafted, matching each market product with a sauce, broth, or juice, depending on the daily arrivals.
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La Part des Anges is a unique combination of a bistro, wine bar, and wine shop specializing in organic and biodynamic wines. With a selection of over 300 handpicked wines, customers can enjoy their chosen bottle with no corkage fee and a range of delicious accompaniments such as charcuterie, cheeses, and canned fish from small producers. The menu also includes a daily-changing starter and main dish, making every visit a new culinary experience.
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La Merenda is a small and cozy restaurant offering a taste of authentic Nice cuisine. The establishment is run by former two-Michelin star chef Dominique Le Stanc, who is known for his precise and flavorful dishes. The restaurant operates on a no reservations, no credit cards policy, and emphasizes the use of fresh market produce in creating its unique and comforting dishes.
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Located in the heart of a bustling area, Chez Davia is a small restaurant known for serving specialties from Nice. Visitors can expect to enjoy dishes like stuffed sardines, pasta al pesto, pissaladière, and lemon tart, all paired with good natural wines. The restaurant prides itself on using fresh produce, offering a warm and comfortable ambiance, and adding a modern touch to refined Niçoise cuisine.
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Offering a unique dining experience, Le Relais du Castelet is renowned for its farm-to-table menu. The restaurant provides a pleasant setting for diners, making it a standout choice. It also offers a wine list that includes undiscovered domains from the region, perfect for those looking to try something new.
Recommended by
The Hôtel Restaurant Alain Llorca, located in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, offers a gastronomic experience inspired by Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant, which has been awarded a Michelin star, is known for its stunning views and its focus on using high-quality ingredients. With service noted for its excellence, the restaurant also provides expert wine advice from a sommelier with a great sense of humour.
Recommended by
This eatery offers a unique fusion of seafood and Asian flavors, served in a modern setting with an inviting outdoor setup. The menu is inventive and delicious, with dishes such as the seafood platter, appetizers, and mains. The service is friendly and the atmosphere is cozy, making it a great place for a meal.
Recommended by
Located in the serene French countryside, La Chassagnette offers a unique dining experience with a set menu featuring vegetables from their own garden. The restaurant's cooking style is rooted in the traditional Camargue style, yet it introduces a delightful twist to classic dishes. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with the charm of the sandy stones of Southern France creating a memorable ambiance.
Recommended by
This is a top-tier spot in the South of France, known as La Vague d'Or. The restaurant is helmed by Chef Arnaud Donckele, who is renowned for his incredibly flavorful dishes. The service here is also top-notch, ensuring a pleasant dining experience for all.
Recommended by
This restaurant is nestled in the luxurious Hôtel Château de La Chèvre d’Or. With a breathtaking view of the bay of St.Jean Cap Ferrat, the restaurant offers a mix of tradition and modernity, providing a unique dining experience. Chef Arnaud Faye, a MOF, specializes in dishes that showcase the bounty of the sea and land of the Côte d’Azur, making it a perfect place for those seeking culinary refinement.
Recommended by
L'Oustau de Baumanière is a gastronomic restaurant that is part of a historic establishment, created in 1945, and is deeply ingrained in the history of French cuisine. The restaurant is known for its refined and creative cuisine under the direction of Chef Glenn Viel, offering a unique blend of relaxation, rusticity, and elegance. The dining experience is amplified by the breathtaking surroundings, making it a memorable place for any occasion.
Recommended by
With a breathtaking view and an impressive design, Ceto provides an unforgettable dining experience even before the first bite. The restaurant is the brainchild of Mauro Colagreco, known for his work around fish and maturation, and offers a unique gastronomic journey that blends tradition with modernity. The dishes, while minimalistic in presentation, hold great flavors, and are sourced locally from the Mediterranean land and sea, with sustainability at the forefront of their creation.
Recommended by
Astoux et Brun is a culinary institution known for its fresh seafood dishes prepared in a Mediterranean style. The restaurant is always bustling, serving a variety of seafood including oysters, sea snails, and prawns, alongside house-made bread and aioli. Despite it being on the pricier side, the quality of the food and the simplicity of the dishes make it a worthwhile dining experience.
Experience a unique gastronomic journey at AM par Alexandre Mazzia, where every meal is an invitation to discover the chef's story through food. The restaurant offers a menu that combines global Mediterranean flavors with a focus on vegetables and seafood, prepared in an individualistic, chef-focused style. The harmonious plating and flavor combinations are a testament to the restaurant's commitment to delivering an unforgettable dining experience.
Recommended by
This restaurant, La Mercerie, is led by British-born chef Harry Cummins and his young team who serve bold yet simple dishes made from local products. The restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere and a diverse wine list curated by the passionate sommelier, Laura Vidal. With a menu that changes regularly based on product availability and freshness, La Mercerie offers a unique dining experience with options like their surprise 5-course "Feed Me" menu.
Recommended by
At SEPIA, the menu is a creative exploration of taste, with innovative dishes like stuffed cabbage and grilled fish with greens, accented by unexpected ingredients like Korean seaweed and sea urchin shells. The cooking, led by Chef Paul Langlère, is characterized by playful acidity and voluptuous flavors. With a focus on breaking the norms of bistronomy, SEPIA offers a unique dining experience that includes a stunning view of the sea.
Recommended by
Located on the edge of the Mediterranean, Tuba Club - Cabanons et Restaurant is a former divers club that has been converted into a terrace restaurant. The restaurant is known for its simple and fresh seafood preparations, with the fishing harbour close by adding to the freshness of the meals. The restaurant also features a minimalist decor inspired by Le Corbusier, marrying simplicity with nature, and offering a unique dining experience.
Recommended by
Offering a three-star dining experience, Restaurant Mirazur is known for its world-class cuisine by Chef Mauro Colagreco, set against the backdrop of the Mediterranean sea. The chef's menu is inspired by the immediate landscape, drawing from the sea, surrounding mountains, and the restaurant's own gardens, resulting in inventive and artfully presented dishes. The restaurant is also recognized for its friendly hospitality and beautiful views, providing a unique dining experience that leaves a lasting impression.
Recommended by
Offering a unique blend of Mediterranean and Scandinavian cuisines, Pure & V is known for its use of fresh, seasonal produce. The cooking style is characterized by a touch of finesse that transforms ingredients into deep flavours, primarily focusing on fish and vegetables. Alongside the food, the restaurant also boasts a curated selection of natural wines that complement the dishes perfectly.
Recommended by
Focused on celebrating the richness of vegetables, Racines offers a unique gastronomic experience. The restaurant has been created by Bruno and Marion Cirino, who provide excellent service and cuisine in a simple setting. The dishes are creatively crafted, matching each market product with a sauce, broth, or juice, depending on the daily arrivals.
Recommended by
La Part des Anges is a unique combination of a bistro, wine bar, and wine shop specializing in organic and biodynamic wines. With a selection of over 300 handpicked wines, customers can enjoy their chosen bottle with no corkage fee and a range of delicious accompaniments such as charcuterie, cheeses, and canned fish from small producers. The menu also includes a daily-changing starter and main dish, making every visit a new culinary experience.
Recommended by
La Merenda is a small and cozy restaurant offering a taste of authentic Nice cuisine. The establishment is run by former two-Michelin star chef Dominique Le Stanc, who is known for his precise and flavorful dishes. The restaurant operates on a no reservations, no credit cards policy, and emphasizes the use of fresh market produce in creating its unique and comforting dishes.
Recommended by
Located in the heart of a bustling area, Chez Davia is a small restaurant known for serving specialties from Nice. Visitors can expect to enjoy dishes like stuffed sardines, pasta al pesto, pissaladière, and lemon tart, all paired with good natural wines. The restaurant prides itself on using fresh produce, offering a warm and comfortable ambiance, and adding a modern touch to refined Niçoise cuisine.
Recommended by
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