Restaurant in Bandol

L’Espérance

Gourmet restaurant in Bandol

Homemade cuisine


Enjoy lunch or dinner at our gourmet restaurant in Bandol. Discover the cuisine of Chef Gilles Pradines. A passionate food lover, he will introduce you to his dishes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. His cuisine is 100% homemade, and the dishes are prepared with finesse to delight your palate.

Our menus and à la carte options change regularly depending on the seasonal markets. The chef works with high-quality ingredients and creates gourmet dishes for your enjoyment, placing great importance on selecting and respecting fresh, seasonal produce. Rigour, creativity, perfection—these are the words that define our work. The restaurant "L'Espérance" is listed in the 2026 Michelin Guide, the 2026 Gault & Millau Guide ("2 toques"), and the 2026 Routard Guide ("Les Grands Chefs du Routard"). Gilles Pradines and his wife warmly welcome you!

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GIFT CERTIFICATES


GIVE A GIFT VOUCHER WITH A VALUE YOU WISH TO USE WITHIN THE YEAR IN OUR RESTAURANT AT 04 94 05 85 29. PAY ONLINE IS POSSIBLE.

TO USE THE GIFT VOUCHER, PLEASE SPECIFY WHEN MAKING YOUR RESERVATION.

Saturday Evening, February 14, 2026

VALENTINE'S DAY PARTY 2026


The restaurant will be OPEN for Valentine's Day 2026.

RESERVATIONS: Online on our website or by phone.

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Below is not a reservation form. Please go to the RESERVE page or call us directly at +33 4 94 05 85 29. We cannot accept groups or tables of more than 6 people. Seating is limited, so please book in advance.

Practical Information during this period.

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 12:00-12:45 / 19:00-20:15

Thursday: 12:00-12:45 / 19:00-20:15

Friday: 12:00-12:45 / 19:00-20:15

Saturday: 12:00-12:45 / 19:00-20:30

Sunday: 12:00-13:00 / 19:00-20:00

We are located in downtown Bandol, set back from the seafront (on the street parallel to the port). Parking is available in the casino parking lot or the main parking lot.


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