We emerged in the middle of the French lunch time. I was concerned that we might be too late. We went in to a quiet-looking restaurant nearby (many other restaurants were available). When we opened the door, the place was full of people enjoying their lunch, but there was still room for us. We enjoyed the "formula" - dish of the day, dessert and coffee. In a very French way, just before 2pm almost everyone left, presumably back to work in many cases.