Le Gibolin

Le Gibolin is a neighbourhood bistrot in Arles that specialises in market-driven, locavore cooking. Chef Arnaud Jourdan, who worked notably at La Chassagnette and Les Maisons Rabanel, has skillfully taken the reins. The kitchen produces simple, generous dishes rooted in seasonal produce, exemplified by carpaccio of veal head with ravigote sauce, skate wing Grenoble-style with glazed radishes and a chocolate mousse with black olives and fleur de sel. The restaurant emphasises local sourcing and ingredients from the market, and its wine list favours natural and biodynamic producers offered at sensible prices. The establishment has been recognised with a Bib Gourmand for excellent value and pairs hearty bistro cooking with a strong local-sourcing philosophy. The dining room offers a convivial, “among friends” bistro atmosphere with an informal, friendly vibe; seating and service are relaxed and unpretentious. Cuisine is market-driven and locavore, combining simplicity and generosity with straightforward techniques and classic bistro preparations updated with care. Arnaud Jourdan (Chef) Carpaccio of veal head with ravigote sauce; skate wing Grenoble-style with glazed radishes; chocolate mousse with black olives and fleur de sel; natural and biodynamic wines.