Paradou, Provence
You’ll feel like you’re in Paris at Le Bistro du Paradou, but you’re tucked away in rural Provence. That’s one of the great things about France, or Europe: in the US, usually, the farther you get from the city, the harder it is to find really good food. But in France, it’s just he opposite.
Le Bistro du Paradou is very chic, local, and Provencal, with big, heavy wooden tables, and a huge rotisserie. It’s all about what’s local to the region, including local wine. The menu changes daily based on what’s fresh, and everyone eats the same thing, family style. You really feel like you’re in a Provencal family home. The chef and the waiters are very cool. They really believe in what they do and they nail every detail. If you’re lucky enough to get a reservation, you won’t be sorry.