Discover the nicest restaurants in Aix-En-Provence
Written on : 25 May 2021 By : Laura Wendy Harders López
Aix-en-Provence, a city with the air of a southern Paris, is known for its cultural and architectural wealth. Between boulevards punctuated with fountains and buildings with noble architecture, Aix-en-Provence is also known as the city of Paul Cézanne. Impressionist painter of the end of the 19th century, he was madly in love with the city and the landscapes of the region. If you are passing through the city in the south-east of France, Villanovo has selected for you the most beautiful restaurants for a gastronomic break under the sun of Provence.
Located in the main square of Aix's Old Town, Le Poivre D'Ane specialises in contemporary dishes, focusing on traditional French cuisines with international influences. They offer various menus to suit customers' different tastes and needs. Their glowing-reviewed "Menu D'couverte" or Discovery menu will surprise you from starters to desserts. It is comprised of appetizers, a fish course such as monkfish with mushrooms, Provençal cheeses, homemade desserts and a traditional Provençal wine such as Coteaux d'Aix. Their beautiful retro-styled but warm decor coupled with their exceptional dishes make for a unique gastronomic experience.
Telephone: +33442213266 Address: 40 Place Forum des Cardeurs, Aix-en-Provence, 13100, France
Mitch
Mitch is situated in the heart of Aix's city life, yet when entering the venue, you will be immersed in an elegant and romantic atmosphere. With soothing French music playing in the background and its cosy lounge environment, Mitch serves local cuisines with a contemporary touch and always prepared with fresh seasonal produce. Service is lauded as impeccable and also offer a variety of wines and champagnes.
Telephone: +330442266308 Address: 26 Rue des Tanneurs Aix-en-Provence, France
Les Caves Henri IV by le Formal
A stone's throw from the Cours Mirabeau, discover Les Caves Henri IV, a restaurant in a well-kept house with vaulted cellars beneath Aix's Old Town. Its unique concept offers a seven-course fixed menu with an intimate atmosphere. With their beautifully displayed dishes prepared with great care to the finest detail, you may find it hard to eat them. Their friendly chef Jean Lux Le Formal visits each table to explain the cooking processes for each dish, offers some suggestions, or sees the guests out after each meal.
Telephone: +33442270831 Address: 32 Rue Espariat, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Añpes-Côte d'Azur, 13100, France
L'Opera
Located in the heart of the historic district of Aix, L'Opéra Restaurant's dishes are a real treat for the soul and senses. You will be guaranteed to taste contemporary cuisines with fresh seasonal products from a menu that varies each season. Their decor is modern and refined with felted red velvet and champagne colours in a large airy space. It boasts a cosy atmosphere with jazz music in the background, making it the perfect place for a romantic dinner with your loved one. They also run various theme evenings with live concerts and even wine tastings!
Telephone: +330442124467 Address: 18 Rue Fernée 13100 Aix-en-Provence
Mickael Feval
Mickael Feval is a Michelin-star restaurant whose dishes draw inspiration from the chef's childhood and French traditions. With contemporary and elegant presentations, Mickael's dishes boast a touch of originality, making it an innovative gastronomic experience. Mickael also proposes an evolving menu, where guests can let themselves be carried away and surprised by the chef's inspirational creations. The decor is stylish and refined, in theme with the restaurant's exquisite dishes.
Telephone: +33 4 42 93 29 60 Address: 11 Petite rue Saint Jean, 13100, Aix-en-Provence France
Le Saint Esteve
A Michelin star restaurant, Le Saint Esteve's Chef draws inspiration from Aix's colours and aromas; the result is an innovative menu commanded by the season and its influence. The chef is meticulous in the preparation and quality of products but allows creative freedom in his technical processes, making his cuisine deliciously surprising. Situated in an idyllic setting with views of Saint Victoire Mountain, the restaurant's tables are placed at the edge of a lush garden, allowing guests to feel they are dining alone amidst nature.
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