Restaurants In Aix-en-provence

Aix caters extremely well to the tourist market. There are an impressive number of restaurants in the town offering cuisine from all over the world. Oriental delights can be sampled as well as tastes from South America, Mexico, Italy and of course Provence. Many restaurants provide English menus.

Local cuisine

Traditional Provencal cuisine consists of locally grown ingredients which reflect the seasonal market. The food is well-balanced and nutritious. Olive oil is used in all cooking and comes from locally grown olives. Popular local dishes include: bouillabaisse, a fish soup dish made with olive oil, garlic, tomatoes and onions; soupe au pistou, a vegetable soup seasoned with local herbs and served with beans; soupe de poisson, tasty fish soup served with croutons and spicy mayonnaise, which is a meal in itself. Fish and cheese are used in a lot of dishes and although fairly expensive, they are treats worth indulging in.

Where to eat

Most restaurants can be found in and around Cours Mirabeau and on rue de la Couronne. You will find a variety of menus here, ranging from seafood to
Tex-Mex. It is a popular area for eating out and houses so many restaurants that you will be able to eat out at a different place every night of your trip. If you are looking for cuisine other than European, this is the place to head to. You will find African, Japnese and South American restaurants here.

In Place des Cardeurs’, the heart of the Old Town, many grills can be found, which are ideal for meat lovers. The surrounding suburbs are home to many excellent local restaurants where you can experience Provencal cuisine at its best.