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Les Archives
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 2 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 2 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 2 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 2 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 2 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 2 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 2 PM, 7 to 10 PM |
About Les Archives
Inventive, globally inflected French food, plus cocktails, in a strikingly revamped 1850s chapel.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Bimpli
- Checks
- Cheque Dejeuner
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Meal coupons
- NFC mobile payments
- Pluxee
- Ticket Restaurant
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Les Archives known for?
Les Archives is best known for its vegetarian menu and its dramatic setting inside a restored former church in Poitiers. Reviewers also repeatedly praise the food and wine pairing, especially the well-priced vegetarian menu and the carefully chosen wines.
What dishes are most recommended at Les Archives?
Reviewers specifically highlight the vegetarian menu, the menu du jour, and the onion soup, which one guest called the best they had ever eaten. The discovery menu and amuse-bouche are also recurring themes in reviews, along with strong wine pairings.
What is the atmosphere like at Les Archives?
The atmosphere is described as historic, cozy, romantic, quiet, and upscale, with the dining room set in a converted chapel. It suits couples, groups, and solo diners who want a memorable setting rather than a casual neighborhood meal.
Is Les Archives good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is €30 to €80, and reviewers say the restaurant is well priced for the quality, especially the €40 vegetarian menu and €12 two-glass wine pairing. Some guests note that prices are high, but still fair for the setting, service, and food quality.
Do you need a reservation, and when is it busiest?
Lunch reservations and dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations. Reviews suggest it is a popular stop for visitors in Poitiers, so booking ahead is a practical choice if you want the full dining-room experience.
Is parking available at Les Archives?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Les Archives have vegetarian options?
Yes, Les Archives offers vegetarian options.
Is Les Archives kid-friendly?
Yes, Les Archives is good for kids.
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