Restaurants Drôme Provençale
Here are my restaurant recommendations in the Drôme Provençale and the Enclave des Papes. The Drôme Provençale is the southern part of the Département Drôme, which belongs to the Rhône Alpes Region. Its western part belongs to the Southern Côtes du Rhône wine region, in the East you find the ancient, rugged lands of les Baronnies. The Drôme Provençale has become quite popular with vacationers. So far it has retained its rural character, which makes it so charming and peaceful.
Restaurants in France are generally open from 12:00 – 2:00 PM for lunch and 7:00 – 9:00 PM for dinner (best time to arrive: 7:30 - 8:00 PM). As most restaurants are closed on at least 1 day a week it is advisable to phone in advance in any case (the phone numbers listed below are local calls but in France you always need to dial the full number).
Reservations are a must during vacation times. Restaurants are listed by location in alphabetical order. Prices are approximate, the standard lunch menu is mentioned first, three course dinner last, wines not included.
Restaurants:
Le Clair de la Plume, Grignan, the tea room of this charming boutique hotel near the famous lavoir in Grignan. They offer during lunch time a limited menu of light meals, salads, quiches. Great place to have your afternoon tea, enjoy an ice cream or fruit juice. Wonderful inner courtyard. Prices: Euro 12 - 20. Place du Mail, 26320 Grignan, Tel: +33 (0)4 75 91 81 30.
l'Eau à la Bouche, Grignan, a tiny restaurant in what looks like a doll house with its blue rimmed windows, flowers and all. They serve wonderful Provençal food; charming service. Prices: Euro 24 - 38, Rue St. Louis, 26230 Grignan, Tel: 04 75 46 57 37.
Le Probus, Grignan, another favorite in Grignan; a clear, precise concept of Southern cooking using products in season. The restaurant is named after the Roman Emperor Probus who chased the Teutonic tribes out of the Provence. The decor tries to fit the name. Prices: Euro 18 - 35, Espace la Tuilière, 26230 Grignan, Tel: 04 75 46 13 34.
Relais de Grignan, Grignan on the road to Montélimar, the restaurant of the Hotel Bastide de Grignan. Traditional regional cooking, nice outside terrace. An excellent price/quality relationship and friendly service. Prices: Euro 25 - 40, Rte. de Montélimar 26230 Grignan, Tel: 04 75 46 57 22.
Une Autre Maison, Nyons, a charming boutique hotel, which offers dinner for non-residents (reservations a must). Creative regional dishes lovingly prepared. Prices: Euro 35 (dinner only). Place de la République, 26110 Nyons, Tel : 04 75 26 43 09.
Le Petit Caveau, Nyons, intimate restaurant in the historic center behind the Place des Arcades. Creative cuisine with a Southern touch, carefully prepared by Chef Laurent Lecompte and served by charming Laure. Good wine list. Prices: Euro 25 - 50. 9 Rue Victor Hugo, 26110 Nyons, Tel: 04 75 26 20 21.
La Fleur de Thym, les Pilles a small place in a tiny village not far from Nyons offers a great dining experience in a very charming setting. Creative dishes rooted in local traditions combined with a welcoming service. The restaurant is located one the right side 100m after the tunnel, turn right to park the car. Prices: Euro 38 -50. Le Village, 26110 Les Pilles, Tel : 04 75 27 77 91
La Chapelle, Saint Paul Trois Châteaux, a busy town in the Rhône Valley, but the historic part will enchant you. Ever wondered what a real tiny restaurant located in a former chapel looks like? Try this one; small vaulted dining room inside, tiny shaded terrace outside. But Chef Eric Rolland knows his business. Lovingly prepared dishes, Southern flavor with innovative touch. Prices: Euro 32 - 48. Impasse Ludovic de Bimard, 26130 St.Paul Trois Château, Tel: 04 75 96 60 88.
Domaine Les Méjéonnes, Valaurie restaurant of a small hotel located in an old farmhouse in Valaurie on the road from Grignan to Montélimar. Charming dining room and shaded outside terrace. Creative regional cooking, highly appreciated by locals and visitors alike. The place is always full. Prices: Euro 22 - 30. 26230 Valaurie, Tel: 04 75 98 60 60.
Le Moulin de Valaurie, Valaurie, the restaurant of this tranquil and luxurious hotel in a lovingly restored old mill outside of Valaurie is a sure bet. Elegant dining room, shaded outside terrace. Classic and regional cuisine carefully prepared, a well chosen wine cellar with Southern vintages. Balance, taste, dedication ... a peaceful place. Prices: Euro 30 - 45. Le Foulon, 26230 Valaurie, Tel: 04 75 97 21 90.
Au Délice de Provence, Valréas a long time favorite of locals. Valréas is the largest town in the Enclave des Papes. Located in a historic townhouse in the center of Valréas. They offer Provençal cooking you have seen many times, but well made. Prices: Euro 18 - 42. 6, la Placette, 84600 Valreas, Tel: 04 90 28 16 91.
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