Restaurant La Cour d’Honneur in the heart of Avignon offers a unique mix of ambiance and flavors. The building, dating from the 14th century is classified as a historical monument, so there are plenty of era frescoes adorning the walls to engage with you. It was redesigned by interior designer Christina Maurey, which brings an air of modernity to the place. The outside courtyard (and its reputation) is what brought us in.
Outside terrace (credit: Restaurant)
La Cour d’Honneur: A Review
We dined here here on our final night in Avignon, which was a bit emotional for us. While we still had four days left in France after leaving Avignon, we were heading to the Alpes, so we were leaving Provence. In other words, it would be our last Provence dining experience and we didn’t want any of it to end. La Cour d’Honneur was a great choice and did not disappoint.
Wine and Ambiance
Wine French style all the way
The outdoor courtyard at La Cour d’Honneur
They offer a starter, main course and dessert for 38€ or you an opt for just a starter and main course for 32€. We kicked things off with the Duck Foie Gras with autumn chutney and toast. My taste (post Covid) was finally starting to come back and every flavor . . . every taste was important. Although I couldn’t taste the layers as I have in the past, some of the flavors DID pop and brought back memories.
The Foie Gras at La Cour d’Honneur
Other appetizer options include Tuna Tataki with Sesame Seeds, Salmon Graviax, Blinis and Dill Cream, Eggplant Confit with Miso, Foccacia, Stracciatella and Confit Tomatoes and Fresh Oysters. We also ordered their Buffalo Burrata with Tomatoes and Basil and it was perfectly seasoned. YUM!
Above and below, the Burrata at La Cour d’Honneur
Burrata Appetizer
Next came our main courses. Sure, they had lighter seafood options like Seabream with Tatatouille, Scallops with Veggies and Coriander and Seabass with Palenta and Confit Tomatoes, but we had ordered a Châteauneuf-du-Pape, so we went with dishes more suitable for pairing. Below, the Lamb Shank Confit with Sweet Potatoes Mousseline and Vegetable Spaghetti and the Beef Fillet with a Mushroom Cream Sauce and veggies.
Main courses at La Cour d’Honneur
La Cour d’Honneur
Above and below, the Lamb Shank at La Cour d’Honneur
La Cour d’Honneur
Practicing our French at La Cour d’Honneur
For desserts, they offer Cheese Boards, Brioche Perdue with Vanilla Ice Cream, Entremet with two chocolates, Comte Affinated with Camembert and Goat Cheese, Cheesecake, and assorted desserts to name a few. We went for a dessert wine and cappuccino.
La Cour d’Honneur outside courtyard on a September evening
We would definitely return. Visit their website for more information, hours and their latest menu. Read our Nice Travel Guide for more information about the city, our Arles Foodie Guide. Also be sure to check out our France section as well as our Food & Wine section.
DETAILS
La Cour d’Honneur
58 Rue Joseph Vernet
84000 Avignon
+33 (0)4 90 86 64 53
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