Simple Simon
Old Town Avignon, Avignon
Restaurant in Avignon, France
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Book Simple Simon for an easy daytime meal in central Avignon, especially if lunch or Sunday service fits the schedule better than dinner. Choose Le Goût du Jour for clearer modern-cuisine positioning, La Fourchette for traditional cuisine, or L'Essentiel when the meal needs more occasion weight.
About Simple Simon
Should you plan around Simple Simon in Avignon? Yes, if the plan is a daytime stop rather than a late dinner. Hours are limited to daytime opening times, with Simple Simon open Wednesday through Sunday and closed Monday and Tuesday. The safest verdict is practical: consider it when the timing works for your day in Avignon.
A daytime Avignon choice for travelers who want the plan kept simple
The useful thing to know first: Simple Simon keeps daytime hours, so it fits plans that need a stop before the evening. It is open Wednesday to Saturday from 12–6 PM and Sunday from 10 AM–5:30 PM, with Monday and Tuesday closed. If you need an evening option, compare other Avignon dining rooms such as L'Essentiel or Restaurant EAT.
The recommendation is intentionally narrow: choose it for convenience, timing, a casual daytime setting. For a plan centered on a specific cooking category, price level, or occasion style, compare Le Goût du Jour and La Fourchette before deciding.
Who should choose it for an Avignon daytime plan
Simple Simon works for travelers who prefer flexibility over a heavily defined restaurant brief. The dress code is casual, the hours point to a daytime visit rather than an evening plan. Choose it when the schedule matters more than a tightly defined restaurant brief.
For broader planning, use our full Avignon restaurants guide. If the brief shifts, compare other Avignon options such as Restaurant EAT, La Cour de Caro, L'Essentiel, Le Goût du Jour, La Fourchette.
Planning details
- Location
- 26 Rue de la Petite Fusterie, 84000 Avignon, France
- Website
- instagram.com
- Phone
- +33490866270
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Simple Simon feels like a tucked-away neighborhood find. Located on a narrow, resident-used lane that doesn’t appear on tourist maps, the restaurant cultivates a quieter, more intimate rhythm than the busier brasseries near the Place de l'Horloge. The dining room reads as unpretentious and deliberate: this is a place for people who know what they want rather than for passing sightseers. Its character arises from that selective audience and the way seasonal Provençal ingredients are handled with an economical, technique-forward sensibility rather than with showy provenance claims.
Best For
This is primarily a neighborhood spot that suits relaxed, unfussy meals—brunches, casual hangouts and family gatherings feel at home here. Because the kitchen leans on local Vaucluse produce and adjusts to short seasons, menus change with what's best and freshest; that seasonal focus makes it appealing for repeat visits and for diners who appreciate ingredient-led cooking without pretension. Its location and quieter street setting also make it a good choice for small groups of regulars and visitors seeking an authentic, low-key Avignon table.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the menu’s British favorites and the kitchen’s seasonal sense: the Burger and Fish and Chips are dependable choices, and scones or Sticky Toffee Pudding are natural picks for a classic finish. The description highlights the southern Rhône’s concentrated produce—truffles, melons, garlic and stone fruit—so look for specials that showcase those local items when they’re in season. If you value a deliberate, ingredient-forward approach, favor dishes that call out local produce or seasonal preparations.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy English countryside cottage atmosphere with exposed stone walls, heavy wood-beamed ceilings, Union Jack decor, and warm lighting that evokes a traditional British tea room.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Burger
- Fish and Chips
- Scones
- Sticky Toffee Pudding
- Bacon and Eggs
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If Simple Simon's daytime format does not work, cross-shop Le Goût du Jour for modern cuisine or La Fourchette for traditional cuisine. For a more occasion-led meal, compare L'Essentiel before committing.
Restaurant context
How Simple Simon compares in Avignon
Simple Simon is the easier daytime choice in this Avignon set. Le Goût du Jour is stronger when modern cuisine and a known €€ price tier matter; Simple Simon is better when the schedule is built around lunch or Sunday rather than dinner.
L'Essentiel and Restaurant EAT make more sense for readers treating the meal as the anchor of the day. Simple Simon is the lower-commitment pick: useful, central, easier to fit around Avignon sightseeing.
For a more traditional Avignon meal, La Fourchette has the clearer category and €€ signal. La Cour de Caro is worth cross-shopping if Simple Simon's daytime-only rhythm does not match the plan.
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Compare Simple Simon
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simple Simon | Avignon | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Le Goût du Jour | Avignon | Modern Cuisine | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| L'Essentiel | Avignon | ; | ; | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin 1 Star |
| Restaurant EAT | Avignon | ; | ; | No published awards |
| La Cour de Caro | Avignon | ; | ; | No published awards |
| La Fourchette | Avignon | Traditional Cuisine | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I plan for Simple Simon?
Plan ahead if your schedule is tight, especially because Simple Simon is closed Monday and Tuesday and operates during daytime hours only. Hours are Wednesday to Saturday 12–6 PM and Sunday 10 AM–5:30 PM. Check the venue's current hours before you go.
What should a first-timer know about Simple Simon?
Treat it as a daytime Avignon stop, not a dinner plan. Hours are Wednesday to Saturday 12–6 PM and Sunday 10 AM–5:30 PM, with Monday and Tuesday closed. The dress code is casual.
Is daytime or dinner better at Simple Simon?
A daytime visit is the clear fit. Simple Simon is open Wednesday to Saturday 12–6 PM and Sunday 10 AM–5:30 PM. If you need an evening meal, compare other Avignon options such as Restaurant EAT or La Cour de Caro instead.
Is Simple Simon good for a special occasion?
Only if the occasion suits a casual daytime setting. The dress code is casual, the hours do not include dinner service. For a different style of meal, compare La Fourchette or L'Essentiel before deciding.
What are alternatives to Simple Simon in Avignon?
Other Avignon options to compare include Le Goût du Jour, L'Essentiel, Restaurant EAT, La Cour de Caro, La Fourchette. Simple Simon is most clearly defined by its casual dress code and daytime hours, so choose based on the timing and level of detail you need before visiting.
