One of these is François Halard, the architectural photographer who lives and works in an art-filled 18th-century villa and spends his nights at Le Gibolin, a familial bistro serving natural wine and delicious, unfussy French food. “For me, the attraction of Arles is the combination of this Roman town—where you really feel the past—with a super avant-garde cultural program,” he said. “Nowhere else in Provence, or even France, does this unique combination exist.

This classic wine bar is ever popular for its great location and reliably good French food. The menu features modern riffs on the classics—pigs’ feet (and ears if you're lucky), ricotta-spinach dumplings with mushrooms spiked with pecorino cheese, or asparagus eggs Benedict—and the owners also have a tender spot for vegetarians. The long and well-priced list of biodynamic and organic wines by the bottle or glass makes sampling the local options a cinch.

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Arnaud Jourdan (stints in the kitchens of La Chassagnette and Les Maisons Rabanel) has adroitly taken over the reins of this bistro, which continues to serve indulgent market cuisine that is both simple and generous. Shining examples include the carpaccio of calf's head with ravigote sauce, the skate wing à la grenobloise with glazed radishes and the delicious chocolate mousse with black olives and fleur de sel. A buzzy, laid-back vibe and, true to its name (slang for "wine"), you can expect a fine selection of natural and biodynamic wines at reasonable prices.

After walking along the rue de la République, the town’s faded but pretty and still blessedly ungentrified main street, to the rue des Porcelets (street of the piglets), I arrive at Le Gibolin more than a little ready for a cold glass of same (gibolin is old-fashioned slang for wine). At that moment, Brigitte Cazalas, who has run this little bistrot à vin with her partner, chef Luc Desrousseaux, since the pair moved south from Paris, props a blackboard menu on a nearby chair and asks whether I’d like a drink.

Another good address is the fine-dining bistro Le Gibolin where they specialise in local dishes paired with regional wines. Run by Sandrine et Bruno, this is the place for a true taste of Provence. Alternatively, over at Le 16 Filles, you’ll find a more relaxed café vibe with a seasonal menu served up among regional stonework, pretty lattices and climbing plants.

Dining at Le Gibolin feels like discovering a secret spot locals don’t want to share. Tucked away near Place Voltaire, this bistro brings the full Provençal flavor with none of the pretense. The menu changes frequently, but expect dishes built on fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from nearby markets.

The staff has found gluten-free/lactose-free options and offers hearty and tasty vegetarian dishes. I highly recommend!!!. Starter + Main course or Main course + Dessert for €28 Starter + Main course + Dessert for €35 The menu changes regularly.

Si l’on passe outre à l’accueil très rugueux de la patronne, ce bistrot gaillarlésien (tables de troquet, ardoises volantes, bouteilles en suspension) continue d’affoler le kiffomètre !