Fodor's Expert Review Relais du Vivarais

On a road toward the Roman bridge a quarter mile away, Viviers's major gastronomic restaurant serves a sophisticated seasonal menu of French classics without pretension or fuss. The bright, pleasant dining room opens onto a shady summer terrace that's delightful in warm weather. Dishes like mussels in leek compote, tuna served rare with roasted peppers and saucevierge, tender duck breast, and cold pea soup with cured ham and cracklings are a few of the excellent choices on a well-priced two- or three-course menu.