Fancy a lunch with your feet in the water or a dinner facing the sunset over the Rhône? Grand Avignon is full of great restaurants located along the waterfront. From gourmet barges to the most peaceful terraces, here is our selection of places to savor local cuisine and a moment of silence.

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Barthelasse Island, Avignon

Vinotage – A wine cellar on the water

Moored on the banks of the Rhône, this 1910 barge has been transformed into a gourmet wine bar. More than 250 references, gourmet platters, tasting evenings and a direct view of the Palais des Papes! Vinotage is the ideal place for a long aperitif or an elegant dinner.

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Avignon Vinotage – Wine Barge
Avignon Vinotage – Wine barge, © bardbenjaminbpixphotographie

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Barthelasse Island, Avignon

Le Bercail – Postcard view and home cooking

Located on the island of Barthelasse, Le Bercail offers one of the most beautiful Avignon terraces with a view of the Pont Saint-Bénézet. On the plate, generous and seasonal cuisine, wood-fired pizzas, and a cocktail menu to extend summer evenings. Relaxed atmosphere, children's area, festive evenings: a perfect place for the whole family.

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Avignon Bercail terrace
Avignon Bercail terrace, © Le Bercail

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Barthelasse Island, Avignon

The Blue Flag – The authentic charm of Barthelasse

An emblematic address on the Avignon shore, Le Pavillon Bleu seduces with its panoramic view of the Rhône and the monuments of AvignonIn season, you can enjoy grilled fish, mussels and Provençal specialties in a no-frills summer atmosphere. A must for lovers of simplicity and beautiful landscapes.

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Blue Flag Restaurant Ile de la Barthelasse Avignon
Pavillon Bleu restaurant, Île de la Barthelasse, Avignon, © PavillonBleu

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cruises in Avignon

The Grands Bateaux de Provence – Embark on a dinner cruise

Departing from Avignon, enjoy a bistronomic break while cruising on the Rhône. The Compagnie des Grands Bateaux de Provence offers lunch or dinner cruises on its boats with timeless charm. Provençal cuisine, table service and a breathtaking view of the Palais des Papes punctuate this floating getaway. In the evening, make way for the musette ball under the lanterns on the bridge: a unique experience, between romance and conviviality.

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large boats of Provence
Large boats of Provence, © The large boats of Provence

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Vedène

Les Terrasses du Lac – Elegance in the heart of the Golf Course

In Vedène, the restaurant of the Golf du Grand Avignon will welcome you on a terrace by a lake, in a green setting. The chef offers a home cooking inspired by the region, between traditional dishes and seasonal creations. The ideal address for a business lunch or a quiet family meal, with the possibility of organizing events and weddings.

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The terraces of Lake Vedènne
The terraces of Lake Vedenne, © lesterrassesdulac

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Velleron

The Piglet House – Rotisserie and Canal

In Velleron, this old mill building transformed into a rotisserie offers you a warm and authentic experience. Spit-roasted meats reign supreme: piglet, lamb, Mont Ventoux ribs... To be enjoyed on the terrace, by the canal. A generous, friendly table, very popular in the summer!

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Where to eat by the water?
Where to eat by the water?

Between gourmet cruises, bucolic terraces and charming barges, the Grand Avignon has everything to seduce lovers of good food and soothing views. A perfect way to combine the pleasure of your taste buds with that of the landscape!

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