Restaurant · Ribes · Ardèche
Our Values
Local, authentic, committed — our way of doing things
Conviction #1
Local above all
At La Cueille, every product has an origin and a face. Our suppliers are our neighbors: the brewers of Rocles, the winemakers of Balbiac, the cheesemaker of Planzolle, the baker from Hameau des Buis, the market gardeners of Rosières…
All our producers are located within 80 km of the restaurant. Most are within 30. This is our definition of short supply chain: not a marketing label, but a daily reality.
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Conviction #2
100% homemade
With us, everything is cooked on-site by chef Yaya and his team. No frozen foods, no industrial products, no shortcuts. The menu changes every week because the products change every week — it's as simple as that.
The ice creams are artisanal (Les Glaces de l'Ardèche, Ucel), the bread comes from Fournil des Buis, the cocktails are made with local spirits. Even the sparkling water comes from Ribes.
Conviction #3
Heart of the village
La Cueille is not a restaurant placed anywhere. It is the natural extension of the village of Ribes. The grocery store for bread and newspapers, the bistro for morning coffee, the terrace for evening aperitifs, the community hall for events. Here, we don’t just eat — we live together.
Village grocery store
Fresh bread, press, local products. The local shop of Ribes — and proud of it.
Meeting place
Locals, tourists, cyclists, families — La Cueille is open to all. It is a space for social life, not a reserved place.
Cultural life
Concerts, shows, exhibitions, farmers markets. La Cueille contributes to the village's life all year round.
Conviction #4
Respect & authenticity
Respect for products, producers, seasons, customers. No fuss, no pretension — just good, real, local. The atmosphere is warm, the service is smiling, the prices are fair.
We are not trying to be trendy. We are trying to be good. And we believe that is exactly what people come to find here: a sincere place, where time stands still a little.
« Un endroit simple et chaleureux (comme chez mémé) »
— ratafelle, 5/5
« Un endroit d'exception, humble et sincère, qu'il faut absolument découvrir. »
— Jean-Luc P., 5/5
In practice
Our concrete commitments
Short supply chains
100% of our suppliers are within 80 km. The majority are within 30 km.
Zero industrial
Everything is homemade. No frozen products, no pre-prepared dishes, no additives.
Evolving menu
Menu renewed every week, menu every 15 days. Based on harvests, not trends.
Bistrot de Pays
Certified for our role in village life, the quality of welcome, and short supply chains.
Bike Friendly
Certified stop for cyclists. Bike storage, accommodation, adapted dining.
Open year-round
La Cueille lives all year round, not just in summer.