I wish I could give them more than 5 stars! My husband and I shared an absolutely delectable meal…read moreat this restaurant on our honeymoon. We were in France for 11 days and this was our favorite meal of the trip. Upon arriving for our reservation, we were warmly greeted by the hostess and server. She welcomed us and quickly ushered us to our table. It was hard to choose an entree because everything looked delicious. Ultimately, we settled on the fish of the day (seabream) and pork. The dishes were lovingly prepared and served fresh! We ate every bite. We left some room for dessert and I'm so glad we did! I had the banoffee pie (toffee, bananas, whipped cream, raspberry drizzle) and my husband had the cheese plate. I will remember that dessert forever! Make sure to make a reservation, as they had to turn away several parties who tried to walk in that evening. Your experience will be unforgettable!

Located in the small town of Avignon, the interior is very peaceful and calm. The ambiance is…read morerelaxing and no loud noise or such. Our server was very relaxed and she talked slowly and was very understandable. It was very nice and accommodating that there was an English translation for the food menu. Pan fried chicken breast (5/5): magnificent! Generally not a big fan of pesto but I don't know what magic was put to make the dish so flavorful and delicious. The mashed potatoes had an awesome texture. The chunks of potatoes were a nice touch and offered good diversity texture wise. Tuna capaccio (5/5): wow was this an amazing start. The flavor was balanced very well. The balsamic complimented the oil well. Pan fried tiger prawns (4/5): quite delicious. The cream sauce was very well done. Creamy and not overwhelming in flavor. Simply perfect! Chocolate creme brulée (5/5): the perfect way to end the night. Just be advised that the flavor was very strong and sweet. The hard carmelized sugar layer on top was so beautiful that I almost didn't want to break it. The custard was so creamy. Our time here did not feel rushed whatsoever. I had a very pleasant dining experience. Tap to pay is accepted here. Overall, Fou de Fafa is a great place for some fine dining. The menu items are selected well and have a good variety. The food was delicious and the server was so patient and kind. Highly recommended. This place gets an A from me!

This was maybe our best meal here. They didn't open until 6:30 but we arrived at 6 and they let us…read moresit inside until they were ready. Great food and service. I couldn't decide on a wine so our server was very helpful in picking one for me given what we ordered and let me try 3 of them before confirming one. On food, we loved the cheeses, charcuterie, escargots (though they were smaller than we are used to), and fries. The foie gras, sea breem with mussels, and shrimp were also good. Definitely recommend!

Excellent food and service…read more Great ambiance and reasonable prices No complaints at all

Some of the most delicious food we've enjoyed in all of France - this tiny hidden gem is a MUST if…read moreyou are in Avignon. No-frills setting but every bite was superb and very affordable. Owner/chef speaks English and is kind and accommodating.

Our tour stopped in Avignon for two hours and we decided to have lunch during our time there…read more Thanks to the Yelp community found excellent recommendations for EAT. Per other reviewers, it is not far from the main square and in an alley off of a main commercial street. It has a modern and simple elegance and they featured a daily lunch special and regular starters, mains and desserts. It was a limited menu yet all the options were compelling it was hard to choose. My wife had the daily special of a white fish and potatoes in a bouillabaisse broth. It was amazing with notes of cinnamon and coriander. I had the chuck roast with artichokes and carrots. It was comforting and reminded me of a stew my grandmother used to make. The wine options were limited as they were all house options yet the red paired well with my entree. We did not have dessert but the options sounded delicious (chocolate mousse with caramelized peanuts, basil crème brûlée,etc.) The owner was helpful and professional. We would go back in a heartbeat and highly recommend. The meal further endeared us to the charming city of Avignon.

A nice family-run restaurant outside the old city wall! It's located in a quiet and less-touristy…read moreneighborhood. I went there for dinner and the only other party there was a family gathering. They only offer certain dishes of the day with a 22€ set of three courses. The guy was very nice to explain to me in English what their courses of the day were. They offered two choices for appetizer, four for entree and four for dessert. I also added a glass of wine that he recommended. The appetizer was very tasty and served quickly. Then I had tripes with meat and pepper fillings and lamb feet in tomato sauce for entree. Very delicious. However, the lamb feet skin was covered in tiny hairs that weren't cleaned. I asked him about the hair and he simply responded "it's lamb feet" so I suppose that's the way it should be? The dessert was raspberry with cream on top. Although it's taken from the fridge, they still gave it a nice plating. In general a good meal. Maybe next time I'll still visit.

Very nice, neat place with a very nice and friendly owner…read more We got the quiche, the specialty (gut and knuckle), the salmon and the pork cheeks and they were all very good. For dessert the strawberry and the chestnut cakes which were also very good. The menu was 22e and the quantity and quality were very good!

What a fantastic way to close out our time in Avignon. The food at Pollen was magnificent and the…read morestaff was phenomenal. They spoke English very well and each course was great. Even though it is a Michelin star restaurant, the atmosphere is casual and it's not stuffy.

What can I write? The meal was incredible. It is just the kind of restaurant that we enjoy so…read moremuch! Everything is a surprise menu. You simply communicate any allergies or strong dislikes and just sit back and enjoy the evening. We agreed that there was nothing close to a miss regarding the courses. They were all excellent. Plus, we could not agree which was our overall favorite. They were all equally rated for us. I am still thinking about each of the dishes. Chef Mathieu has a great understanding of complements. I never thought I had much of a palette for truffles but his dish with the Swiss chard really brought out the earthy decadence of the black truffles. Also, he really maximized the sweetness of an onion and played it harmoniously with some bouillon. Also, the desserts even with a lactose allergy were decadent and comprehensive, which included three separate tastes - grapefruit sorbet, raspberry mousse (dairy free), and a final chocolate treat in a shell. The wines are competently paired including a couple of surprises (for me), including an chardonnay auxerrois blend from Alsace. Also, the champagne made solely with meunier grapes was a tasty surprise for me. Service was impeccable. It was friendly and well executed. As others already stated, the kitchen staff bring you your courses, including Chef Mathieu. For two people, we each had the grand menu carte blanche and two wine pairings. The total price for the two of us was 448 Euros with 30 Euros left in cash as thanks to the staff. I often don't agree with the Michelin ratings. However, in this case, I think Pollen deserves two Michelin stars, not just the one that it already has. This meal was a fantastic value. If you prize great service and quality, creative gastronomy, then this is a must have meal in Avignon. Plan accordingly and make reservations in advance.

Excellent service. Did not feel rushed. Lovely wine selection. The food was prepared with…read moredevotion, and a master of the culinary craft. I am celiaque, and the staff was knowledgeable and accommodated via modification where needed. The complexity and creativity in our meals was very appreciated. Merci!

Avenio We wanted to…read morehave a dinner outdoors but at the same time avoid the large restaurants that focus on meals designed for tourists. Our hotel recommended Avenio as a good choice for a nicer meal in Avignon. We made a reservation as the hotel's outdoor seating area is quite limited. The weather was perfect for an outdoor dinner. We decided to order main courses from the "Saison Plat" menu and deserts. My wife ordered the lamb and I ordered the fish. We shared a bottle of wine from the region. The fish was nicely prepared. It was cooked properly. My wife's lamb was also well prepared. The deserts are over the top. One of the highlights of the meal. Avenio is a nice choice for a finer dinner in Avignon.

#1 in Avignon on trip advisor and for a reason. Just what you want. Husband and wife team run…read moreplace. Great food but not overpriced because of the great location. Each course was tremendous. Wonderful local wine list. Service terrific. The duck dish is the one most people post and I thought it was a delicious as the pictures appeared. The risotto was fabulous and all of the desserts were terrific.

This place is AMAZING!!! If you are in Avignon, this is a MUST TRY. It might have just become my…read morefavorite restaurant. It is a small Husband+Wife restaurant, a very talented couple. It is a prefix menu, we chose the 4-course and it was very much enough food. I do want to go back and try the 6-course meal, just out of curiosity. I love how you get a taste of each, and how Pauline asks if you have any allergies or if there's something you prefer before your meal is being made. We loved every single course -- they were all presented very artistically, and the colors and flavors made it a true experience. I strongly recommend people not to miss out!

There is a reason this is a top recommendation in Gordes. Lovely and attentive staff and excellent…read morefood! We sat on the Terrace but imagine the a/c room upstairs would be ,overly and with a wonderful view. Would go here every night if we could. They are closed Monday and Tuesday.

We had such a delicious late lunch/early dinner here. The menu was small with a couple options for…read moreentrees but it was perfect. We started with the octopus's salad which was light and refreshing. I had the steak that came with the most flavorful roasted veggies along with potatoes. The chimmichurri and aoili served were very flavorful as well. My husband had the fish with roasted potatoes and haricot verts. Also a stunning dish. If we ever find ourselves in Gordes again, we will definitely be back!