What 15 people say about The Restaurant at Grande Provence
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The food was outstanding. We were allowed to choose only two courses which was not stipulated on the booking site and for future reference it this should be clear but the experience was memorable. There was a private function on the lawns the night we attended and I think diners should be made aware of this beforehand however the food was superb so we will be back!
We sat outside under the trees on a beautiful sunny day, we were able to choose any two courses from the restaurant's normal menu and everything was simply divine! Will definitely visit this restaurant again next year!
Having lunch at Grande Provence was a lovely experience. The service was impeccable and very friendly, the food delicious and imaginative and the ambiance of the restaurant amid the surrounding mountains and winelands beautiful.
We had been eagerly looking forward to our dinner at Grande Provence for a few weeks, having downloaded the menu from the Dining City website and poured over it ahead of time. We had our selections all lined up. BUT, when we arrived we were disappointed to find that we were only getting 2 courses instead of the 3 pr...
Read full reviewWe had been eagerly looking forward to our dinner at Grande Provence for a few weeks, having downloaded the menu from the Dining City website and poured over it ahead of time. We had our selections all lined up. BUT, when we arrived we were disappointed to find that we were only getting 2 courses instead of the 3 promised on the website: "we are the only participating restaurant offering 2 courses for dinner instead of 3", we were told in no uncertain terms. So we sacrificed our starter course for dessert-- only to find that our favourite choice - the chocolate option (of course!) - was not available (out of a total of 3 choices), as it had been sold out at lunchtime. There were only 4 other tables for dinner. I don't think this is top practice in such a highly rated restaurant. However, we must say that the food that we did have was excellent, as was the wine, and the service associated with the meal was good, but not special. So we would recommend it, but not as part of Restaurant Week.
What can we say? Grande Provence has it all. The warm welcoming smile of (little) Alex, the excellent food, the beautifully decorated dishes, the lovely garden setting.... We were here for a Restaurant Week lunch, and the chef always throws in a little extra surprise on the house, this time a little amuse of caulifl...
Read full reviewWhat can we say? Grande Provence has it all. The warm welcoming smile of (little) Alex, the excellent food, the beautifully decorated dishes, the lovely garden setting.... We were here for a Restaurant Week lunch, and the chef always throws in a little extra surprise on the house, this time a little amuse of cauliflower soup - could have had an extra pinch of salt, but very soft and subtle. Our starter was a perfect truffle garden pea and crispy bacon risotto. As a main I chose the trout: a perfect summery dish. Not sure why they are not a Top 10 rated restaurant yet! Please go and try for yourself.
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About The Restaurant at Grande Provence
Cuisine: French
While the 18th Century Manor House and The Owner’s Cottage reflect their Huguenot heritage, The Restaurant and wine-tasting area of Grande Provence project a chic industrial presence.
Steel joinery, galvanised metals and skylights distinguish this design approach. Interior Designer Virginia Fisher explains, “In essence, Grande Provence is an estate of senses, providing guests with a full working farm experience, with spaces to be used and spaces to be admired, and these expanses of space allow us to do that. The two design styles are harmonised by a complementary palette, but time separates them.”
High-backed chairs upholstered in white leather draw the eye to the centre of the deep blue-grey Restaurant, while deep, slotted windows frame the picturesque view from the interior. The menus exude culinary excellence, with the signature dishes of The Restaurant hitting all the right notes – honest, fresh and delicious. Prepared from local fare and flavoured with global influences both modern and classical, the cuisine is characterised by a philosophy of innovation through passion and simplicity.
Leading off The Restaurant is the welcoming wine-tasting area. The bar dominates the centre of the room - striking in galvanised steel with black strapping. A touch of fun is evident with the tractor seat bar stools, while a fireplace and upholstered chairs soften the perimeter of the room, inviting guests to sit back and savor every sip.
