Les Lavandes — Restaurant in Carpentras

The four of us arrived straight from La Nesque after a fast ascent. It was after 10.00 in the morning, and the waiting staffers were busy with setting the tables for lunch. I tried to attract the attention of one of them, but failed. I went to the reception where our order was taken and delivered in no time. It came to 4 euros per can of Coke ot Perrier. This is a pleasant place for a break, located under the canopy's of the trees. We didn't try the food but the restaurant look rather elegant and upscale. In practical terms, this bar and restaurant is located just across from the public toilets and a fontain where cyclists can top up their...

Beautiful shaded terrasse wuth long views, which felt special. Also a few more relaxed tables for drinks or snacks. We were lucky to get a midweek lunch table without a reservation which, in such an off the beaten track village, speaks for itself. A tasty looking a la carte menu but we opted for the menu du jour. No choice, 3 courses, €24. A few crispy nibbles to start, some pulled beef as a starter, a delicious beef carpaccio with salad leaves, pesto, parmesan. A fragranced tiramisu to end. Two coffees. A demi pichet of Solence rosé at a fraction under €100. We walked away knowing we'd had a...

We first came to this restaurant about 20 years ago, when 5 horses were ridden to drink at the fountain. We were awestruck by the sight, and the food and whole experience. We have returned now to a very disappointing lunch, and the awestruck feeling has gone. Stuffed vegetables and horse food barley, and the salmon, nicely cooked but no imagination, and boiled pumpkin (supposed to be roasted). It has really turned into a bit of a cycle stop, and catering for the cyclists. It was hugely expensive for what we got, and sadly we will not...