Where to Eat in Malaucène? Local’s Top Restaurant Picks
Le Prieuré La Madelène Bed and Breakfast (B&B) is the site of a former 12th-century Benedictine monastery nestled just outside the village of Malaucène at the foot of Mont Ventoux. We asked the owners, Bruno and Olivier, for their restaurant recommendations for where to eat in Malaucène near le Prieuré La Madelène. Please note that reservations are always recommended at these restaurants.
This B&B with five (5) guestrooms and a private cottage (gîte) is a few minutes from Vaison La Romaine. Surrounded by unspoiled villages, the ancient priory is an excellent base for holidays and exploring the Vaucluse and Drôme Provencal. At the B&B, guests enjoy a delicious breakfast and can order charcuterie boards to share on Friday evenings. Small group tours also choose this comfortable B&B as a “home base” for touring the Vaucluse and beyond.
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Where to Eat in Malaucène?
Whether you spent the day cycling on Mont Ventoux, visiting local vineyards, or exploring further afield, the quaint village of Malaucène delivers a range of culinary options for lunch and dinner.
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La Chevalerie (website)
Chef Philippe Galas returned to his roots on the flanks of Mont Ventoux after cooking in kitchens from Nice to Aix-en-Provence to Paris. Enjoy the menu selections in the restaurant’s garden.
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 65 11 19
Rue des Remparts,
84340 Malaucène
“Très bonne table”
Chez Laurette (Facebook page)
This restaurant is open for lunch and dinner daily, and it is a favourite.
Telephone: +33 (4)4 90 65 24 88
29 Avenue de Verdun,
84340 Malaucène,
“Une des meilleures tables du village”
Le Pont de L’Orme (website)
The tagline for this restaurant is “For bon vivants and foodies,” so you know that you are in for a culinary experience.
“C’est excellent”
88 Route de Suzette,
84340 Malaucène,
Telephone: +33 (0)9 87 55 79 20
L’Atelier de la Ferme (Facebook page)
With Cloé in the front-of-house and Nicolas in the kitchen, they tag team for an experience that balances quality and price.
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 37 25 64
2 place Louis Cornillac,
84340 Malaucène,
“Bonnes saveurs”
Au Fil de la Degustation (website)
Do you want to taste some local wines? This caviste in Malaucène has a great wine, beer, and spirits selection. In 2021, Le Point magazine chose this wine bar as one of France’s top 100 wine merchants.
7 Cours des Isnards
84340 Malaucène
Open daily
Telephone: +33 (0)6 14 39 53 87
La Belle Échappée (Facebook Page)
This restaurant offers a varied brasserie-style menu and dine-in and takeaway options.
“Un bon rapport qualité-prix.”
6 avenue de Verdun
84340 Malaucène
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 65 26 19
Aqui Sian Ben (website)
The restaurant’s name translates into ‘We feel good here,’ which is an excellent start for any meal. A talented young chef, Thomas Belin offers a new take on Provençal cuisine. A native Provencal from nearby Crillon le Brave, the chef aims to help guests discover the rich flavours and delicious regional cuisine.
“Une bonne adresse à découvrir.”
54 Avenue de Verdun
84340 Malaucene
Closed on Mondays.
Telephone: +33 (0)9 88 54 24 45.45
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From Priory to B&B
It’s clear from the moment you arrive at le Prieuré La Madelène that the owners have impeccable design sense. The former home of French writer and actress Marie Cardinal is now a delightful blend of modern amenities, private spaces, lofty ceilings and comfortable furnishings.
In the 12th century, the priory provided the monks with a quiet lifestyle in a remote location. Today, guests at le Prieuré La Madelène enjoy an exceptional locale in the Provencal countryside surrounded by charming villages. If you are looking for pure Provencal relaxation, Le Prieuré La Madelène is a lovely, intimate guest house ideally located for exploring Provence and the Rhône Valley.
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