Aigues-Mortes
Les Templiers

Les Templiers

23 rue de la Republique, 30220, Aigues-Mortes, France

Poisson • Européen • Français • Fruit De Mer


"We wanted to book this restaurant 2 years ago at our first visit to Aigues-Mortes, after having received a recommendation from our host owner. We did not succeed at that time, but reserved a table at our first night this time. Although in summer, the temperature was not too high, we asked for a table inside (fireplace, very comfortable). the director and waitress don't have English, we have a medium French (to poor), but I thought I understood that the restaurant would not be opened inside, only on the terrace (even if the tables were erect). Well, all the guests were out there that night. the terrace is attractive (see photo), and the restaurant was quite frequented if not full. whether it is our limited French or not (we try to discuss in French), but the staff did not seem very friendly, not welcoming. I don't think it's because we're not French, because I've read criticisms from French customers about the same thing. I really don't like to criticize front staff because they work long hours and support a lot of things. I like to give an honest impression when things aren't right. food was well prepared, but not exceptional. We had different entries (soupe, artichokes, raviolis), from 16 to 20 €. the main dishes were lamb chops (sketch) and a steak, at €24 to €27. the wine list is large but expensive. Overall, the cost of the meal was 55 € per person (no dessert). we would have expected a very good memorable meal for that, but it was really not. We're not coming back here."

Le Bistrot Paiou

Le Bistrot Paiou

1 rue du 4 Septembre, 30220, Aigues-Mortes, France

Européen • Français • Fruit De Mer • Méditerranéen


"My girlfriend was riding a bike ride and one of our stops for the night was in Aigues-Mortes. our guide recommended the peacock bistro and we went to the city walls to locate it. it is found that we were in Aigues-Mortes on the same day as their annual celebration of the feasts of Saint-Louis, so the community was full of space and visitors. we managed to find the paou bistro in one of the side streets and even if we had no reservation, we had the chance to have the last table available for two. they do not offer paper menus because everything is written on some large portable black tables that are displayed so that you can make selections. our server took care of us quickly and we both ordered inputs and a glass of wine each. our French-language capabilities were sufficient to enable us to communicate effectively! We both selected local wines and they were very kind. a lot of bread was provided and we looked with wonder the restaurant filling up and the small team of servers took care of everyone. our meals went out in time and the presentation was very attractive. I ordered a lamb dish and my girlfriend ordered grilled local fish. Both meals were fantastic, they were cooked to perfection and very tasty. Vegetables were provided for both of us and I had potatoes with my lamb while my girlfriend had rice with her fish. We also ordered desserts and they were served quickly and were also delicious. As the evening went on, we noticed that it was a challenge for the servers to follow everyone, I suppose that because of the festival, it was probably more busy than usual but they managed to serve everyone with a smile even if they were a little overwhelmed. . we spent more than a week in france and we both agree that it was our best meal during this period!"

L'Oustau Camarguais

L'Oustau Camarguais

2 rue d Alsace Lorraine, 30220, Aigues-Mortes, France

Cafés • Européen • Végétarien • Fruit De Mer


"Wandering grumpily around the town, having missed the apparently obligatory 3pm lunchtime curfew, we came upon this vine-covered place on a side-street. It was this, the Indian, or nothing, so with no expectations we took a seat. Now, to be frank, we struck lucky with...the service, because an extremely nice bloke was on hand immediately, and eager to help; it turned out he 's the son of the owner, and a chef in his own right, but helping out the family over Easter. (If I could remember his name I 'd give him a plug! The waitress who helped out was movie-star gorgeous and super friendly. Her dad owns a shop 100 metres away! The first promising sign was that it 's a short menu. The second being the fact that the 'usual ' camargue dishes hardly featured. Cutting to the chase, the food was brilliant and creative (mussels with seaweed was a revelation! . Reading the other reviews I have a certain sympathy, because the second visit we were served by the daughter of the house, who really should demand a refund from her charm-school. Mum is a Miriam Margolies lookalike, and I imagine, a toughie. But the star of the show is Papa. A simply lovely bloke, and totally committed to his calling. Shy and diffident by nature, but full of charm when warmed-up. He 's the image of his equally charming but well-traveled aforementioned son! This place is 'real ', and not a tourist trap. That and papa 's cooking make it special."