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Dining The guide was updated: 2024-09-17

Many nice restaurants can be found hidden among the Roman alleys and buildings. Nîmes is situated in the Languedoc region, but its proximity to Provence makes for an interesting culinary combination.

Le Chapon Fin

Le Chapon Fin

Le Chapon Fin is a popular bistro in a square by St Paul’s Church. In addition to Languedoc specialities, there are also dishes from Alsace on the menu. Guests can sip Muscat de Lunel as an aperitif before they order coq au vin or a flambéed entrecote.

Aux Plaisirs des Halles

Aux Plaisirs des Halles

The name gives it away – this restaurant is close to the city’s large indoor food market. The food, and the interior, are good enough to compete with Parisian eateries. Guests who sit down in this 1950s style food hall, complete with shiny wood panelling and worn furniture, will be served what is possibly the best food in Nîmes.

Buffalo Grill de Nîmes

Buffalo Grill de Nîmes

This is a warm and welcoming restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere. Buffalo Grill is inspired of the Wild West which is shown by the décor and on the menu. On the menu you will find barbecue ribs, cowboy steak, chicken, burgers and a lot more. There is also kids menu here. Very good value for money.

Alexandre

Alexandre

This exclusive restaurant invites you to an unforgettable experience. It is set in beautiful green gardens in Nîmes countryside, the service is impeccable and there is a reason to why they have earned a Michelin star.

L'Esclafidou

L'Esclafidou

L'Esclafidou serves Mediterranean cuisine in a fusion with South African flavours. The food is delicious and beautiful presented. The wine is from the region and South African.

Le Nocturne

Le Nocturne

Le Nocturne welcomes you in to a creatively designed world. The cuisine is specialised in flavours from the Southwest region making it a great venue for a romantic dinner with your loved one.

Halles Auberge

Halles Auberge

Halles Auberge is located in the central market in Nîmes. Make sure to mark your name at the door as there can be a queue before you get seated. The restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine prepared in a la plancha style.

Le Resto

Le Resto

After walking around and enjoying Nîmes, this little spot is the perfect place to rest your feet and indulge in a welcoming lunch. The menu is not extensive but the food is lovely and fresh.

Skab

Skab

Skab is open every day for both lunch and dinner. It has a private room which takes up to 16 people and a lovely terrace where you can enjoy the afternoon sun. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the food holds tasteful French flavours and is beautifully presented.

Wasabi Sushi Bar

Wasabi Sushi Bar

Wasabi Sushi Bar is a great place to enjoy a lunch or dinner when you are in the mood for Japanese. They have a cooling terrace for warm summer days and a room in the attic which you have to booking.

Carre Jazz

Carre Jazz

The atmosphere is what makes this place a real gem. Of course the great tapas is a plus but this is cool place to come with friends and relax to some jazz tunes and a nice glass of wine.

Bar du Petit Tortoni

Bar du Petit Tortoni

Eating at this bistro you better reserve a table as it quickly fills up. The decor is stylish, modern and the waiters are very attentive. The menu is French and accompanied by a tasteful wine list.

Villa Roma

Villa Roma

Villa Roma is a welcoming and warm Italian restaurant. The flavours and their pasta take you back to Italy and if you can, you should enjoy your meal on the terrace.

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