Le Verso

Perhaps my favorite dinner during a 4 night stay in Avignon! My husband, mother, and I shared the Primavera pizza which was excellent! My mother got the duck, described as “perfect”. Husband got the Spiagnata (??) and devoured it. I truly enjoyed the spinach/ricotta ravioli. For dessert, the panna cotta and molleaux (??) did not disappoint. The service was wonderful, the suggestions were helpful, and a wonderful atmosphere.

Ate there with 12 of my colleagues, we all ordered a pizza and a dessert each. The pizzas are very good; oven cooked, with a thin crust and dough like that of a flammekueche. We ordered a variety of them, and they are all of great quality. Desserts may look a tad expensive, but they are quite copious. The profiteroles were especially impressive! I ordered a banana split myself and was not disappointed with the size either.

Traveling solo from Miami, Florida in the United States, I came to France specifically to visit The Eschaton, artist Anselm Kiefer's Foundation and studio near the town of Barjac - which was in itself a wonder to experiance. Having rented a car, I decided to explore the South of France from Ribaute to Marsielle to Sete and all the other towns and cities in between. I came upon Avignon very late in the evening on my way to Sete. I hadn't eaten since early morning and as I drove throughout the cobble stone streets, I was afraid I would be left hungry until the next day until I happened upon a young man walking out of a small quaint restaurant. I asked if the restaurant kitchen was open and only being a patron, he kindly went inside to ask if they would receive me. To my fortune, I wasn't turned away. The young waitress was welcoming and very attentive throughout my dining experience. The crowd that remained was lively and the atmosphere was happy and upbeat. Although the restaurant is known for it's wood fired pizza, I was so famished that I opted for a lovely strong and robust meat lasagna that was served piping hot with a delicately lite and delicious earthy wild greens salad. The rioja house wine was a perfect compliment to the entree. The restaurant houses a full bar so I finished my meal with a sweet silky Limoncello. The owner who was very hospitable, overhearing that Limoncello is my favorite after-dinner drink, offered me a second glass on the house. I highly recommend you drop by El Verso whenever visiting Avignon. I departed on my way to Sete with a full belly, warm heart, and satisfied soul. Le magnifique!