Cigale Restaurant Fresh, local produce with a touch of Provence to discover in Jard-sur-Mer

Provençal cuisine on the Vendée coast

This traditional restaurant invites you on a true journey to the south, guided by a simple spirit: the joy of shared moments. Mediterranean cuisine is savored here with generosity and authenticity, beginning with appetizers designed to be shared —a creamy burrata, a trio of foie gras, or a trio of house-smoked salmon —before moving on to a bouillabaisse prepared with local fish and finishing with the restaurant's signature sweet treats: a lavender-infused crème brûlée or a lemon tiramisu. The open kitchen allows guests to observe the chef and his team in action, a testament to transparency and expertise.

The décor, entirely designed in the spirit of the South —cypress trees, orange and lemon trees, and warm hues—immediately creates a Mediterranean holiday atmosphere, whether you're seated on the terrace (40 covers) or inside (60 covers). The extensive and carefully curated wine list begins with excellent local gems like Fabien Murail's Grand Versant before moving on, for the more adventurous, to more specialized selections such as a Saint-Romain from Domaine Alain Gras or a Château Haut-Condissas from Bordeaux. As for the menu, weekday lunch options range from €18.50 (one course only) to €25 (starter, main course, and dessert), with a two-course option ( starter and main or main course and dessert) available for €22. For a more indulgent moment, at lunchtime and in the evening, including weekends, a starter-main-dessert menu: the Cigale menu at €39 highlights all the richness of this southern cuisine, where simplicity and generosity combine in every dish.