Food & Drink
There are various categories of eating place in France ranging from posh restaurants to very basic eateries.
Restaurants can be found everywhere and open only at traditional meal times i.e. Noon - 14.00 and 19.00 or 19.30 - 21.30 or 10,00. The food available ranges from haute-cuisine to regional dishes and best value is usually the set menu at lunchtime. Café Restaurants or Bistros usually serve coffee or breakfast and Brasseries usually serve food throughout the day. Both are much less formal. The Auberge is usually found in the countryside and offers regional food and a place to stay should you need one.