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Would you take your grandmother here? Absolutely!! Le Riche is Old Paris in the provencale town of Ales. It's a century-old hotel opposite the railway station,... read more Would you take your grandmother here? Absolutely!! Le Riche is Old Paris in the provencale town of Ales. It's a century-old hotel opposite the railway station, preserved and updated with the type of dining room my late mother loved. Friendly service appropriate to a regular clientele, but equally welcoming to visitors with allergies, unconventional (small) appetites, and limited ability to speak French. Overall a delight with excellent food and wine, A memorable experience at lunchtime on Sunday when the place was full of happy locals (almost always a good sign, and certainly true here).

As we all know, first impressions can be deceptive. Le Riche is situated in an unappealing part of town (near the station), and from the décor you might think i... read more As we all know, first impressions can be deceptive. Le Riche is situated in an unappealing part of town (near the station), and from the décor you might think it was stuffy, pompous and old-fashioned. But in fact this is classic French cuisine of the best kind, prepared with loving care and a touch of originality that lifts it clear of routine. Service is friendly and welcoming, and the prices, for quality of this kind, are remarkably reasonable. As they used to say in the old Michelin guides, 'vaut le voyage' - it's well worth making a detour for.