drove to the Hautes-Alpes (90min from Aix) for my first Tour de France experience outside of Paris…read more- Stage 17 from Gap to Pinerolo, a 179km climb from the Pyrénées up alpine steeps, one of the most grueling legs of this race. sure seemed like the entire town turned up with fans from all over the world, Norwegians very visible, out to support countryman Edvald Hagen who went on to win the stage finish in Italy. another highlight of the day was a meal at this bar à vin where we had loads of local stuff like charcuterie, cheeses, brochettes d'agneau and very yummy basil ice cream.

Disclaimer: this is a review for the absolutely terrible service I received from the owner/manager…read moreof the restaurant. The food was good, not great but good. The ambiance was also good. Last night I ordered the beef and I asked for it to be cooked medium. This was probably my first mistake, I admit, but historically for my taste I have found that medium rare is usually a bit too bloody for me. Regardless, medium does not equal well done. When I received my plate the meat was completely well done, no signs of pink and hard and chewy. Multiple people at my table confirmed this and in not wanting to pay almost 40euro for a beef rock, I sent it back. A few minutes later, the owner came out and scolded me in French that I had no idea what I was talking about and that the chef had cooked it perfectly. She preceded to say other things in which I could not decipher and caused a whole scene for our table and the others around us. I just asked that she bring me a different menu item then...instead of the beef and left it at that. My other plate came out half plated and definitely not as nice as the other plates of the same order but by that point I just ate it. When it came time for our check, they had decided to charge me for both plates despite the fact that no one mentioned this to us. Again, the owner was very defensive and argumentative with us when we asked about our check, causing another very uncomfortable scene. My take home...is that she is a terrible representation of the rest of her restaurant and she seriously needs to take a lesson in customer service. If you come here, order, get what you get and don't complain or it will be a very uncomfortable event for everyone in the building.

From the owner: La table du coin A l'angle de la rue Eymar et de la Placette le restaurant le Lavandin est une…read moreadresse sympathique et chaleureuse. Une décoration résolument provençale pour une carte elle aussi tournée vers les spécialités du sud. Une petite terrasse parfait le tableau de cette table où il fait bon déjeuner les jours de beau temps.

From the owner: Adresse romantique pour cuisine originale La lecture de la carte à elle seule l'eau à la bouche. On…read morepeut se laisser tenter par des caillettes tièdes et leurs toasts, ou élargir ses horizons en optant pour de délicieux bricks à la viande sauce marocaine. Enfin, la grande spécialité -le Chateaubriand de boeuf à la sauce béarnaise- se déguste à deux. Le cadre, romantique à souhait, se prête particulièrement bien à l'exercice.

Delicious meal! My husband and I were here a couple of weeks ago for our 1 year wedding…read moreanniversary. The restaurant was filled with locals and was a recommendation from a shop owner in the area. The service was fantastic and extremely friendly and the food was amazing. Some of the best foie gras that we've ever had. Everything from the wine to the starters to the desserts were just fabulous. We are still raving about that meal!

From the owner: Une grande table Au restaurant le Pasturier on ne plaisante pas avec la cuisine. On a affaire à une…read morecuisine de qualité, gastronomique en somme. Pêle-mêle de gigot d'agneau et foie gras, madeleines de brochet aux écrevisses, voici quelques mets qui mettent l'eau à la bouche. Le cadre provençal et sobre donne à ce lieu un charme et un chic infini.

From the owner: Une halte gourmande Un peu excentré du centre ville Le Clos est une hôtel-restaurant qui accueille…read morebanquets et mariages. On peut y déjeuner ou y dîner les jours de la semaine et s'y régaler d'une cuisine française traditionnelle et de spécialités régionales. Au calme loin des rumeurs du centre ville, Le Clos est une halte gourmande, reposante et vivifiante.

From the owner: La spécialité des Hautes-Alpes C'est dans une salle entièrement voûtée et aux pierres apparentes…read moreque l'on peut déguster les fameux tourtons. Petit beignet rempli de fromage, les tourtons se dégustent chaud avec une salade ou de la charcuterie locale. Le restaurant possède un petit stand qui donne sur la rue Eymar permettant ainsi d'emporter chez soi ces petits délices.