Why Locals Love Eygalières: Restaurant Dining Options and Food Providers

The village of Eygalières remains one of the jewels in the Alpilles. There are many reasons to visit and fall in love with Eygalières, starting with its authentic Provençal charm. Unlike other Alpilles villages, Eygalières has only a few retail opportunities for clothing, books, and gift items. However, there is a baker, a butcher, a primeur (fruit and vegetable), and a cheese store, as well as plenty of places to eat and drink.

Below is an update on where to eat in Eygalières and places to buy gourmet food supplies. Please use this list of cafés and restaurants in Eygalières as a reference guide. The restaurants are listed in the order they are situated on Rue de la République, running from the top of the street near the church towards the Marie (Town Hall), unless otherwise noted.

Get to Know Eygalières

Eygalières Restaurant Dining Options

Restaurant Paulette—From day one, the restaurant’s owners and team have built on a successful formula of serving fresh, delicious, and seasonal food alongside excellent service. The menu features seasonal dishes that highlight local produce and showcase the chef’s creativity. For the main course, there is often a daily special.

Reservations are highly recommended.
Rue de la République
Telephone: +33 (0)4 32 62 18 19
Website
Closed Wednesdays except in July and August.
They now serve breakfast during the peak season.

Bistrot Quàsi —Located in the centre of Eygalières’ main street, you might be mistaken for thinking you had just landed at the Vieux Port in Marseille. Quàsi serves dishes meant for sharing. They offer a few wood-fired pizzas, including the Marseillais specialty, moitié/moitié — half anchovies and half Emmental cheese. Bistrot Quàsi’s formula is family-friendly and satisfying.

Reservations are recommended
89 Rue de la République
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 20 03 13
Closed on Sundays and Mondays

Café du Centre – It’s the perfect name for the bar café in the heart of town. The ownership changed last year; they have improved the look and added more comfortable seating. They serve ice cream if you need a mid-afternoon snack. Café du Centre is now the place for cocktails, and they will let you enjoy takeaway pizza from the food truck as long as you order drinks. Go for a coffee or a drink; they don’t serve much food, but salty nibbles are available—open daily.

©Maison Hache

Maison Hache—L’art de la table is an integral part of the Maison Hache experience, reflecting the chef’s philosophy that food takes a central role in the dining experience. However, it needs to be presented in the right way. Elegant artisanal charger plates in a biscuit-finish ceramic are hand-embossed with thyme, rosemary, and other herbes de Provence. Each course on the menu communicates regional flavours and traditions without being overwhelmed by heavy décor.

Reservations are required
30 Rue de la République
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 95 00 04
Closed on Sunday and Monday.

Brasserie Le Progrès – This restaurant and its bar hold a Tabac license (where cigarettes are sold) and occupy a strategic corner position. They offer a daily “plat du jour” and a regular menu that includes fresh salads, classic omelets, burgers, and frites.

6 Rue de la République
Telephone:+33 (0) 9 64 13 16 88
Open daily

Le Piston d’Or —This fresh, contemporary café opened in 2024. It is a departure for the Dutch couple, who have transitioned from corporate jobs to embracing the Provençal way of life. The décor is neutral and minimalist, a suitable backdrop for terrific third-wave coffee, a selection of teas, and a state-of-the-art espresso machine. Down a set of steps away from the bustle of the main street, Le Piston d’Or has a small terrace and interior space where you can enjoy hot or cold drinks and a light breakfast menu.

35 Impasse de la vieille fontaine
13810 Eygalières
Closed on Fridays and from October until spring.

Restaurant Karine offers an Italian-themed menu featuring thin-crust pizza, pasta dishes, antipasti, and a variety of main courses. It is popular with families or those looking for a casual meal.

Reservations are recommended
34 Place Marcel Bonnein
Website
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 26 03 28
Closed on Mondays

Café de la Place – This café-bar is an icon in Eygalières. It’s the place to be seen on market day, for a late-afternoon apéro, for a football (soccer) match, or any other occasion. They serve light charcuterie platters and a few nibbles, but really, it’s about the drinks.

Place de la Mairie
Telephone: + 33 (0)4 90 26 93 60
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Open daily

Bistrot l’Aubergine – This long-standing restaurant recently expanded its outdoor dining space. The food is inventive, and the servings are generous.

Reservations are recommended
18, Avenue Jean Jaures
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 95 98 89
Closed Wednesdays

Le MICOC’ – Tucked away steps from the main street, clients enjoy a terrace shaded by Microcouliers. The menu changes according to seasonality and the chef’s creative inspirations. Explore our extensive selection of French wines and innovative cocktail list.

Reservations are recommended
Traverse Montfort
Website
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 95 94 53
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays

Le Bistrot du Brau at Hôtel La Bastide d’Eygalières – The hotel reopened under new ownership in May 2023, and the restaurant has had a complete makeover with the oversight of Michelin* chef Christopher Hache.

Reservations are recommended
765 Chemin de Pestelade,
13810 Eygalières
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 95 90 06

A Short Drive Away

Domaine la Pierre Blanche is not just a 15-room boutique hotel—it is an irresistible gastronomic journey, known for its inventive and locally inspired cuisine that promises to delight your senses.

Domaine la Pierre Blanche for Food Lovers

L’Opale – Domaine La Pierre Blanche conveys a resort feel with unpretentious grace. The property sits at the base of the Alpilles with expansive views in all directions, and nature is the only thing to interrupt your thoughts. Less than a 10-minute drive from Eygalières, the setting for al fresco dining on their terrace is hard to beat at the foot of the Alpilles. The food is contemporary and inventive.

Reservations are recommended
2950 route d’Orgon
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 26 10 00
Website
Open daily

©Brunsky Photography

L’Ambar Sunset Lounge

Whether staying at the hotel or visiting for a meal, Domaine la Pierre Blanche delivers pure escapism. Encompassing 2.5 hectares at the base of the Alpilles mountain range, the Domaine is secluded enough to make you forget the rest of the world. Your evening is heading in the right direction, with a panoramic view of the pastoral surroundings and the L’Ambar Sunset Lounge craft cocktail collection. Developing the drinks list was a tasting project that involved the owners, the culinary team, and a Brazilian mixologist.

Open from Thursday through Sunday from 17h to 22h.
Watch for news on musical evenings and special wine tastings throughout the season.

©Célia Lecuru

Potager de la Mas – A gourmet restaurant for any occasion associated with the Mas de la Rose boutique hotel. Although the hotel is technically in Orgon, the drive from Eygalières is quick, and your reward is a stunning setting and food that is a culinary art.

Reservations are recommended
Route d’Eygalières
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 73 08 90
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Seasonal closure November 1 – April 1

Le Bistrot de la Gare sits at the corner of the busy D99 and the road heading toward Eygalières. A local favourite, this bistro has a winning formula: brasserie-style food, excellent service, and a lively atmosphere.

6 Quai de la Gare,
13810 Mollégès
Open Thursday – Sunday
Telephone: +33 (0)4 90 95 08 83
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Bistrot Canaille in Mollégès boasts a prime location and serves a concise menu of traditional French and Provençal dishes. When possible, the ingredients are sourced locally, including the escargot from a producer located near the restaurant.

27 Traverse du Poids Public
13940 Mollégès
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays
Reservations are recommended
Telephone: +33 (0)4 32 61 98 82

Shopping for Gourmet Supplies

Boucherie d’Eygalières is the town’s butcher. They offer a wide selection of high-quality meats, as well as a few prepared meals. In addition, they have a choice of “faites maison” products, including soups, sauces, pâtés, and more.
100 Rue de la République
13810 Eygalières
Closed on Mondays

Pimeur d’Eygalières opened in 2025. We hope that finally the right solution has emerged for this corner retail space. Fresh, seasonal produce is delivered daily from local suppliers and the farmers themselves. Quality is a guarantee here.
166 Rue de la République,
13810 Eygalières
Closed on Sunday afternoons, Mondays, and Wednesdays

La Cave d’Eygalières is a gourmet deli and wine store. They offer wine tours, too.
10 avenue Jean Jaurès
13810 Eygalières
Open daily all year

Chez Emily Eygalières is an excellent cheese shop. They create the most exquisite cheese trays. They also offer gourmet sandwiches for takeaway or to eat at one of the outdoor tables.
124 Rue de la République
13810 Eygalières
Open daily all year

Maison Ricaud opened in 2024. This family-run business is truly a gourmet addition to the neighbourhood. Located in Molléges gare, the short drive to this store is well worth it. They feature local, seasonal produce, including Ricaud’s tomatoes, zucchinis, and strawberries when they are in season. There is also a selection of dry goods (pasta, rice, crackers), cheeses, and some prepared meals.
Route de Saint-Rémy
Quartier de la Gare
13940 Mollégès
Open daily

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