What to order at La Fourchette

Must order
Daube de bœuf à l'avignonnaise, then the iced praline meringue the staff announce aloud.
Signature dishes
Daube de bœuf à l’avignonnaise, Breaded pig’s trotter with mustard, Iced praline meringue
Editor tip
The set menu is €45 for three courses or €33 for two; Michelin notes the room is often full, so book ahead.
CuisineFrench bistro
Price€€
NeighborhoodPlace De L Horloge
HoursMon-Fri 12:15-13:30, 19:15-21:30; closed Sat-Sun
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Location

Address: 17 Rue Racine, 84000 Avignon

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