L'Hôtel Particulier
Local restaurants
At the dignified Hôtel Jules César on Boulevard des Lices, Lou Marquès (+33 (0)4 90 52 52 52) serves excellent traditional French cuisine. Rising star Jérôme Laurent’s Le Cilantro on Rue Porte-de-Laure (+33 (0)4 90 18 25 05) is equally good but more modern and adventurous. Nord Pinus on Place du Forum (+33 (0)4 90 93 44 44) has a contemporary dining room and pleasant terrace serving delicious regional dishes. There's also a stylish bar with an extensive choice of cognacs.
Local bars
L’Entrevue on Place Nina Berberova is a fashionable riverside bar with a north African vibe, attracting a relaxed bohemian crowd.
Local cafes
Café Van Gogh in Place du Forum is where the great artist painted Terrasse de Café la Nuit. The café has been cashing in for over a century, but the atmosphere, evening light and general hubbub in the square are still very special.
