Les meilleurs restaurantsde cuisine française en Arles

25/05/2026: A superb discovery! This restaurant, nestled in the heart of the Camargue, boasts a beautiful, peaceful terrace. There you'll find Gabriel, a warm and welcoming host, accompanied by his father, and a chef who elevates traditional dishes to new heights. The portions are generous from appetizer to dessert, ensuring a pleasant and convivial experience. If you're like us, you'll want to return twice to try even more dishes on the menu. I highly recommend this restaurant if you're ever in the area.

23/05/2026: Thank you to the young manager and his father for the warm welcome at the pizza oven; the pizza was excellent. The chef was fantastic, as was the waitress. We'll definitely be back!

13/09/2026: What an incredible place, lost in the middle of nowhere. In the Camargue plains, very close to the Étang du Vaccares. What a warm welcome and such kindness! It really makes you want to come back. This is a truly Camargue spot. I almost regret writing such well-deserved praise, because I'm afraid the place will be overrun. In any case, thank you and well done! And long live pastis! 😂

15/08/2026: We just had a drink during our bike ride around the Vacares pond. The owner was kind and funny. Very good

15/08/2026: What a surprise to eat, after 50, your best mixed salad on the terrace of a small Arlesian café! Without hesitation, choose the farm salad: you will find the chicken and Emmental cheese promised, but also unexpected flavors and quality products.

08/08/2026: Excellent food and a great atmosphere. One of the best lunchtime terraces in Arles, offering fantastic value for money ✨💚

29/07/2026: Located in Petit Antonelle, tucked away parallel to the street, awaits a truly unique venue. It's essential to reserve a table by phone in advance and remember that they only accept cash. Currently, the restaurant is only open from Friday to Sunday (as of July 2026). We were there last Saturday and are still raving about it. Upon entering, you're greeted by Bob, his wife (?), and a consistently friendly service team. The tables are fully set, the first drinks arrive promptly, and shortly after, the appetizer is served in typical Camargue style: a platter with a kind of head cheese, various sausages, and bread. The somewhat unusual "decoration"—a basket of spring onions, baby zucchini, baby cucumbers, radishes, baby peppers, fennel, and other greens—is not merely decorative; it's an integral part of the appetizer and is eaten with the provided dressing. For the main course, there was a choice of four dishes (duck, steak, veal, chicken), each served with a bowl of delicious tossed new potatoes and lentils. The house dessert was a delicious homemade almond and pistachio cake with raspberries. All the food was of very high quality and prepared with care and professionalism. A band played fairly early on, and thanks to the audience, there was a really pleasant and lively atmosphere, with people singing along and even some dancing. A delicious, satisfying, and wonderful lunch/afternoon. We'd love to come back.

10/07/2026: Too expensive for the quality, avoid at all costs!! Appalling service, not a single smile. No tap water. Overpriced drinks. Anchovy dip as a starter: unpeeled vegetables, let's hope they were washed... just oil and hardly any anchovies. A completely ordinary charcuterie platter. Tiny, barely cooked grilled meats served with bland boiled potatoes. Fruit salad: the fruit wasn't even peeled, the strawberry stems weren't even removed!!! €55 per person excluding drinks 😠 In short, far too expensive for what it is. Atmosphere with gypsy musicians... A few songs interspersed with many, many, many pauses. Run away!!!! We will NEVER go back.

13/09/2026: Debrief of our meal last night during the Feria The only positive point of the evening: the mixed appetizers Upon arriving at the restaurant, we were quite surprised to discover a single set menu for €52, which hadn't been mentioned at all when we made our reservation… A €52 menu that, in the end, seemed more like an enhanced version of the usual €40 menu. The appetizer, however, was quite good… and I think that was unfortunately the only positive aspect of the meal. Then came the main courses: kidneys, chicken with mushrooms, rouille (a garlic and garlic stew), or rib-eye steak. And be warned, the rib-eye steak costs an extra €10… As for the rest, the dishes seemed rather light, especially for a menu priced at that level. Then came dessert… and that was the icing on the cake! 🍓 Most of our table opted for the strawberries. We then received a bowl of whole strawberries, not even cut, along with a small bowl of whipped cream to share between five people. The result: about six strawberries per person and one spoonful of whipped cream each… At over €60 per person, one has to wonder if it wasn't a bit stingy, don't you think? The quality, quantity, and value for money clearly need improvement.

02/09/2026: I came specifically for the bull stew, but unfortunately it wasn't cooked enough; the meat was too tough. What a shame, I was disgusted. I know this dish very well and thought I was going to love it. Sorry for the bad review, but it's better not to offer it on the menu if it's so poorly prepared. The waitresses were very friendly.

05/09/2026: Excellent atmosphere and food, I highly recommend it.

27/08/2026: The place is nice, that's all! Today's menu: spicy chicken skewers. The meat was very, very dry, overcooked, and served with fried potatoes that were just okay. At the next table, a couple, very disappointed with their meal, were exclaiming, "It's a pain to pay for such mediocre food!" That says it all! I had the same thought. I'll eat somewhere else next time.

17/06/2026: This hotel far surpassed my hopes and expectations. Websites can oversell a place with camera angles and photo edits and I was prepared to be slightly underwhelmed by L'Arlatan. Instead, I found that the hotel, restaurant, bar, and grounds were so phenomenal that the website actually undersold the space. It’s even more incredible in person. Everything was perfect - the comfort, coolness, and beauty of the rooms, the kindness of the staff, the stunning gardens and the phenomenal restaurant. Every detail is thoughtful and perfectly executed. I thought Arles would be a quick trip while passing through Provence but instead I’m already planning my next visit just so I can stay at L’Arlatan again. Thank you for an incredible experience!

26/05/2026: The L’Arlatan is going through a Golden Age. This is due to the superb team now running the hotel, one of the most impressive collections of professional hoteliers you are likely to find, and a blessing for this small town. The new chef is amazingly good. The wine selection (Domaine de Deves) is top notch. Whether you are dealing with Maxime and colleagues on reception, or Lara and Pierre and Sarah and colleagues in events and the restaurant, you are in truly exceptional hands. And this team is allowing the L’Arlatan’s natural advantages of location and their superb decor by Jorge Prado to shine all the brighter. Thank you for a superb experience.

17/09/2026: Inexpensive food that also seems to be very popular with the locals.

08/09/2026: A friendly café-restaurant with a regular clientele. Village atmosphere. Efficient service and generous portions.

08/09/2026: The restaurant forgot our reservation - so we didn't eat and can only say it was far from great.

05/09/2026: A very warm welcome, authentic cuisine made with fresh, local ingredients, and a lovely, intimate setting. A must-visit if you enjoy venturing beyond touristy restaurants and eating well! Thank you for your hospitality; we look forward to returning and enjoying the fireplace in winter 😊

17/08/2026: While sightseeing in Arles, I stopped for a salad at this little restaurant on Rue de la République. It was a great idea: excellent service and a delicious meal. A good place to remember 😉

16/08/2026: September 2022 - Very pleasant and attentive welcome. Nice salad with good ice cream. A very good lunch break.