Restaurants

l'Antonelle le bistrot

4.8 167 reviews Closed 9 Pl. Antonelle, 13200 Arles, France

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Located in the quaint town of Arles, l'Antonelle le bistrot captivates with its warm ambiance and exceptional cuisine. This charming restaurant, recently awarded by Gault and Millau in 2024, has garnered rave reviews from patrons who appreciate the artistry behind each dish.

Customers like Buba Jafarli sing praises for the brandade in zucchini flowers, calling it an "out of this world" experience. Reviews consistently highlight the thoughtful use of diverse flavors, with dishes such as lamb infused with global spices. Visitors are welcomed into a cozy atmosphere, where even language barriers fade amidst genuine smiles and attentive service.

While some diners noted minor seasoning adjustments, such as with the fish, the overall quality remains commendable. The extensive wine selection adds to the gastronomic journey, making each meal memorable. Regular patrons, such as those from IRK Magazine, cherish the evolving menu which promises surprises each visit.

In essence, l'Antonelle le bistrot is more than just a restaurant; it’s a tribute to creativity, flavor, and heartfelt service in the heart of Arles.

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Service options

Outdoor seating
Dine-in
Delivery

Highlights

Great coffee
Great wine list

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Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

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Breakfast
Lunch
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Catering
Dessert
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Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy
Quiet

Crowd

Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with l'Antonelle le bistrot before visiting.

Reviews for l'Antonelle le bistrot

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Review highlights

Based on 167 reviews

l'Antonelle le bistrot in Arles is widely praised for its creative and flavorful cuisine, featuring dishes that highlight fresh, seasonal ingredients with a global influence. The chef's recent Gault and Millau recognition reflects the high culinary standards maintained here. Reviewers consistently commend the welcoming and attentive service, which remains strong even with a small team. The intimate, quiet setting adds to the overall dining experience. While mains receive generally positive feedback, some diners note minor inconsistencies in seasoning or texture. The diverse and thoughtfully curated wine list is also frequently appreciated. Overall, the bistrot stands out as a charming destination for those seeking inventive French fare in a relaxed atmosphere.

Buba Jafarli

Aug 15, 2025

We had great lunch in the bistrot. The brandade in zucchini flowers was simply out of this world! The Gault and Millau award received by the bistrot's chef in 2024 is well deserved!

Samuele D'Angelo

Jul 02, 2025

My wife and I went here for dinner with our 4 month old daughter. The welcome was immediately very warm, although the boy did not speak English and my French was a bit rusty, we found a way to communicate with a smile. We ordered the lamb cooked with a mix of flavors from various places of the world and goat cheese for dessert, all absolutely delicious. The location is very quiet, the prices absolutely good, the food very tasty and the staff was friendly and attentive. A beautiful night!

AC Dy

Jul 01, 2025

Cute, quaint hole in the wall restaurant. Great service and friendly team despite there just being 2 in the staff. The starters were the highlights for me, especially the bone marrow and chicken liver which I don’t tend to eat. The mains were good but the fish lacked salt for me and the steak had some gummy bits but not an issue. They had quite an extensive wine menu and we ordered a bottle of red and a glass of white and rose. Lovely meal and we felt very welcome!

mohsen othman

Jun 18, 2025

Amazing food definitely recommend trying it Had an amazing mouthwatering lamb. Took a little time to get the food but it was worth it.

IRK Magazine

Jun 10, 2025

Our favorite restaurant in Arles. Every mouthful is a burst of freshness and flavor. The menu changes all the time so we are always happy to return here to discover the latest creative dishes by the chef. Great service too!

Brian Sze

May 25, 2025

Beef ribs and marrow was great. So was fish. Highly recommend for good bistro food

Martin Searle

May 20, 2025

Simple food excellently executed by friendly staff, and fantastic wine where we enjoyed domaine de la barbiniere from the Loire

Jose Pauig

May 16, 2025

The food was great. Our steak was perfectly cooked at medium rare, our request and served with a potato gratin that I think about regularly. The service was wonderful as well. They paced the meal really well. Only weird part was the guitar player that came in to the restaurant long after multiple people he was playing to had lost interest.