Top 5 Places to Eat in Arles

Written by Camille Laurent, Celine Fournier, Marcus Kayode, Sebastien Simon
30/08/2025
Picturesque street scene in Arles, featuring historic architecture and summer ambiance.
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Arles' dining scene is a delightful blend of traditional Provençal dishes and modern culinary approaches, emphasizing fresh, local ingredients from the region's markets and the Camargue.

1. La Chassagnette

Cuisine: Organic, Farm-to-Table Provençal

Located just outside Arles in the Camargue, this Michelin-starred restaurant offers a unique farm-to-table experience, sourcing most ingredients from its expansive organic garden, which guests are invited to explore. The creative, seasonal menu celebrates vegetables and can be enjoyed under grapevines with thoughtfully selected wine pairings.

Price: €€€€ (approximately €100-150+ per person)

Getting There: La Chassagnette is situated on Route du Sambuc, 13200 Arles, in the Camargue region. A taxi or car is recommended for transport from the city center.

2. L'Escaladou

Cuisine: Traditional French & Provençal

This charming restaurant, complete with a terrace, is celebrated for its traditional French and Provençal cuisine, offering generous portions and excellent value. Visitors often praise dishes like bouillabaisse and grand aïoli, served by a friendly and attentive staff.

Price: €€ (Average price €34 per person)

Getting There: L'Escaladou is centrally located at 23 Rue Porte de Laure, 13200 Arles, and is easily accessible by foot from most areas in the historic center.

3. Le Criquet

Cuisine: Authentic Provençal & Camarguaise

Le Criquet welcomes diners with a rustic ambiance, featuring exposed stone walls and wooden beams. This family-run establishment prides itself on serving authentic Provençal and Camarguaise cuisine made with fresh, local products. Signature dishes include aïoli provençal and gardianne de taureau (bull stew). A lovely outdoor terrace provides a pleasant dining atmosphere.

Price: €€ (Menus from €35.50-€39.50; à la carte main dishes around €25)

Getting There: Situated near the iconic amphitheater at 21 Rue Porte de Laure, 13200 Arles, Le Criquet is within comfortable walking distance of central attractions.

4. Inari

Cuisine: French-Vietnamese Fusion

Housed within a beautifully restored 13th-century chapel on Place Voltaire, Inari offers a stylish and bright setting for chef Céline Pham's creative French-Vietnamese fusion cuisine. The market-inspired menu often highlights plant-based ingredients and is complemented by a carefully curated natural wine list. Reservations are highly recommended due to its popularity.

Price: €€€ (Expect €50-80+ per person)

Getting There: Inari is located at 16 Place Voltaire, 13200 Arles, placing it conveniently within the city's historic center, accessible by foot.

5. Cuisine de Comptoir

Cuisine: Simple French (Tartines)

This bustling spot offers a straightforward and delicious lunch experience, specializing in creative open-faced sandwiches, known as tartines, served on authentic Poilâne sourdough bread. It is an ideal choice for a casual, satisfying meal close to the heart of the old town.

Price: € (Approximately €10-20 per person)

Getting There: Cuisine de Comptoir is conveniently located near the Place du Forum, 13200 Arles, making it easily reachable on foot for visitors exploring the city center.

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