L'Epicier Moderne
La Roquette, Arles
Restaurant in Arles, France
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
L'Epicier Moderne works for an easy Tuesday-to-Saturday lunch or dinner in Arles, especially if timing and central convenience matter more than awards or a named tasting format. Cross-shop Le Seize for modern cuisine at €€ and Le Gibolin for farm-to-table at €€ if cuisine type or price clarity is the deciding factor.
About L'Epicier Moderne
Is L'Epicier Moderne worth considering in Arles right now? Yes, if the goal is to plan around a Tuesday-to-Saturday lunch and dinner schedule. Treat it as an Arles restaurant option with practical planning signals: its hours and smart-casual dress code.
The useful signal is schedule: service runs Tuesday through Saturday at both lunch and dinner, with Sunday and Monday closed. That can make it workable for a short Arles stay when timing matters. Avoid building expectations around price tier, chef name, cuisine label, menu format, or awards unless you confirm those details directly. Let the decision be driven by the opening times, the dress code, whether the restaurant fits the meal slot you need.
A practical Arles pick when timing matters more than ceremony
Consider this for a defined meal slot, especially from Tuesday through Saturday. Lunch is available from 12 PM to 2 PM on open days, while dinner is listed from 7 PM to 9:30 PM. Those short, clear service windows make planning straightforward.
The drinks angle should be handled with restraint: choose it for beverages only if you have checked the cocktail, wine-list, or bar-program details directly. If drinks are the priority, use a broader Arles planning guide before committing the night here. For a wider dining scan, our full Arles restaurants guide is the better starting point.
Who should book, who should cross-shop first
Book if the group wants an Arles meal that fits a Tuesday-to-Saturday lunch or dinner schedule and does not need a chef name, cuisine category, tasting format, price tier, or award credential to feel confident. Cross-shop first if the decision depends on any of those details, confirm them directly before booking.
If you want to compare dining possibilities, consider L'Antonelle, L'Essentiel Arles, Le Gibolin, Le Seize, or Mesa as other options to research. The best choice will depend on the current menus, prices, availability, atmosphere you confirm directly before booking.
Planning details
- Location
- 24 Pl. Paul Doumer, 13200 Arles, France
- Website
- lepiciermoderne.com
- Phone
- +33668699400
The take
The Take
The Vibe
L'Epicier Moderne reads as a contemporary take on the French épicerie-traiteur: modest by design, shopfront-scaled and unapologetically wine-forward. The name itself signals the approach — a curator of provisions rather than a grand dining room — and the space intentionally blurs retail and seated eating. It feels contemporary and pared-back, the sort of address that privileges sourcing and curation over ceremony. The tone is local and unpretentious, a quietly modern spot in a less trafficked corner of Arles that rewards those who appreciate thoughtful, pared-back presentation and a strong focus on wine and small, well-sourced bites.
Best For
This is a go-to for people who want an unpretentious, wine-forward evening rather than a formal meal. The shopfront/épicerie format suits visitors and locals who enjoy grabbing a seat to sample fresh shellfish and seasonal provisions, and it works well for low-key date nights, casual meetups or a solo stop after wandering the city. Because the concept leans toward provisions and curated wine, it appeals to diners who value sourcing and relaxed, tactile eating experiences over multi-course formality.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the seafood and the wine selection: the venue is known for huîtres, bulots and other coquillages, and the text highlights a wine-forward approach to the offering. Treat the counter as part market, part dining room — scan the provisions and consult staff about pairings. Given the epicerie-traiteur lineage, look for simple, fresh preparations and a focused wine list rather than an ornate tasting menu. Expect approachable, shareable seafood and bottles chosen to complement rather than compete with the food.
Venue details
Ambiance
Chaleureuse and convivial atmosphere with terrace seating in the vibrant La Roquette quarter.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- huîtres
- bulots
- coquillages
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to look if this does not fit
Choose Le Seize if the group wants Modern Cuisine at a stated €€ tier and would rather avoid ambiguity around format. Choose Le Gibolin if Farm to table is the draw and price clarity matters.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Arles
L'Epicier Moderne is the lower-risk choice when schedule fit matters: it lists both lunch and dinner service Tuesday through Saturday, while its exact cuisine and price tier are not defined. Le Seize is the clearer pick for diners who want Modern Cuisine at €€, and Le Gibolin is easier to choose when the brief is Farm to table at €€.
Mesa, L'Antonelle, L'Essentiel Arles are worth checking if availability is the issue, but there is not enough verified peer detail here to rank them by price or format. The practical move is simple: choose L'Epicier Moderne for timing flexibility, Le Seize for a clearer modern-cuisine label, Le Gibolin when farm-to-table is the priority.
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Compare L'Epicier Moderne
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L'Epicier Moderne | Arles | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Mesa | Arles | ; | ; | No published awards |
| L'Antonelle | Arles | ; | ; | No published awards |
| L'Essentiel Arles | Arles | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Le Seize | Arles | Modern Cuisine | €€ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Le Gibolin | Arles | Farm to table | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 2026We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at L'Epicier Moderne?
Both are listed on open days. L'Epicier Moderne is open Tuesday to Saturday from 12 PM to 2 PM and from 7 PM to 9:30 PM, it is closed Sunday and Monday. Choose the slot that best fits your Arles schedule.
What are alternatives to L'Epicier Moderne?
Other options to research include Mesa, L'Essentiel Arles, Le Seize, Le Gibolin, L'Antonelle. Compare current menus, prices, hours, availability directly before deciding.
Is L'Epicier Moderne good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for an Arles meal if the hours and smart-casual setting fit your plans. If the occasion depends on awards, a named chef, a specific cuisine, or a tasting format, confirm those details directly or compare with other options such as Mesa or L'Essentiel Arles.
