So'Mets
€€Traditional Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine
After honing her skills in top restaurants (including La Vague d’Or), chef Anne-Sophie Sabini has struck out on her own in this modern, colourful gastropub, flanked by a lovely terrace. She has devised a concise menu that changes monthly, in which she adds a feminine, modern touch to Gallic standards: cream of green peas with a 64° poached egg, coppa, crunchy croutons and organic olive oil from Provence; roast squid and black pudding, purée of carrots, citrus-flavoured dressing; sorbet of Beaulieu mandarin, anis-flavoured biscuit, praline and drizzled citrus fruit and bergamot … Slick service,
La Table de Julien
€€Mediterranean Cuisine
Supervised by chef Julien Roucheteau, this restaurant is a welcome addition to the fine dining options offered by this high-class establishment, in particular, thanks to a bargain-priced menu that changes weekly. The contemporary Mediterranean repertory takes inspiration from the local terroir – hence a crudo of marinated line-fished white tuna; stuffed provençal aubergines; melt-in-the-mouth beef stew with Swiss chard and house gnocchis. You might also like to sample their bouillabaisse (Fri and Sat), traditional octopus dishes from the Mediterranean or rockfish soup. Diners are seated in a b
La Table du Royal
€€€€Mediterranean Cuisine
Located at the entrance to the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula, looking out over the Baie des Fourmis, the Hotel Royal Riviera gracefully cultivates the timeless elegance of the Riviera. Its refined terrace, fringed by greenery, is conducive to a peaceful dinner in an intimate setting. In the kitchen, Geoffroy Szamburski composes a generous Mediterranean menu that is mindful of short supply chains: San Remo gamberoni, vegetables from Ventimiglia, fish from local small-scale fisheries… A fine tribute to ingredients from the region. To finish, Lucas Simoncini serves up an enchantingly fresh citr
La Mère Germaine
€€€Seafood
Jean Cocteau used to eat at this local institution, which has been serving fresh fish and seafood since 1938. It is lovely just to sit on the terrace and gaze out over the harbour!
Les Remparts
€€€€Mediterranean Cuisine
This establishment, located in the Chèvre d’Or Château, ticks all the boxes: a modern, comfortable cliffside terrace with a jaw-dropping view of the Mediterranean and Saint Jean Cap Ferrat, paired with high-flying, decadent Mediterranean fare. Ceviche of first-class fish, aloe vera jelly and a citrus-fruit dressing; grilled greater amberjack, stuffed courgette blossoms and bourride sauce, and a wickedly tempting trolley of ices and pastries to finish.
La Réserve de Nice
€€€€Modern Cuisine
Elegant, Art Deco cruise liner - inspired decor. Enjoy refined cuisine and superb views of the Bay of Angels and the Estérel mountains.
Pirouette
€€€Modern Cuisine
This intimate bistro was a grocery shop in a former life. Opened by the team behind Nice restaurant Les Agitateurs, this place serves up seasonal and fresh dishes playfully drawing inspiration from both classic and more exotic dishes: lamb in lettuce-leaf "tacos", "River Kwai" ravioli or, a classic if ever there was one, pigeon pithiviers and foie gras… On this short menu, most dishes are designed for sharing (for two people), to a background of trendy music. The "living" wine list also embraces the orange wine craze.
Epiro
€€italian
A stone's throw from the port, Alessandra and Marco's restaurant charms foodies with its traditional Roman cuisine. The house-made linguine, cooked al dente and served with tender ventrèche, a spicy tomato sauce and fresh herbs, channel the spirit of an authentic trattoria. The tuna tataki, accompanied by fried artichokes and a creamy wild garlic sauce, is beautifully balanced. For dessert, the lemon and vanilla millefeuille, served with a strawberry and basil sorbet, is light and fresh. This welcoming venue also has a jazzy atmosphere, bohemian decor and cordial service.
MARMAR
€€Mediterranean Cuisine
In a side street set back from the port, chef Claudio Marsico, who hails from southern Italy, and Jacopo Marini, a sommelier from Lombardy, have transformed a former burger joint into this charming, bright and welcoming Mediterranean restaurant. The fresh, spontaneous cuisine, with spicy notes and hits of citrus flavour, takes daily inspiration from the neighbouring Saleya Market: fried artichokes, lemon vinaigrette and carrot ketchup; duckling fillet, sweet potato, leeks sautéed in butter and white wine. A constantly evolving European wine list completes this pleasant culinary interlude.
Magma
€€€Asian, Fusion
Almost directly opposite their original restaurant, the pair behind Les Agitateurs have opened this tiny place centred on an open kitchen and done out in a palette evoking lava stone and magma. The culinary concept, as enticing and colourful as the dining room is dark and brooding, involves reimagining Mediterranean produce through the prism of Asian traditions with all their spices, chilli and freshness. They pull it off, with pork ravioli in a phở-style beef broth with tenderstem broccoli and fresh herbs; duck breast, marinated then grilled, with a spring onion-infused jus, spring rolls of c
Le Cèdre
€€lebanese
The many lovers of Lebanese cuisine will not want to miss out on this restaurant nestled next to the exhibition centre (Palais des Expositions). The culinary repertoire of the "Land of the Cedars" is made with excellent fresh, sun-ripened produce – as in the tabbouleh (parsley, juicy tomatoes, red onion and lemon juice) – and impeccable technical skill, as exemplified by the wonderfully creamy baba ganoush with its delicious smoky aubergine flavour. For dessert, the pistachio and almond pastries, which are of course made in-house, are best enjoyed with a mint tea. Don't hesitate to come with f
🕐 Su,Mo off; Tu-Th 12:00-14:00,19:00-22:00; Fr 12:00-14:00,19:00-23:00; Sa 19:00-23:00
Le Socle
€€Modern Cuisine
Set back from Place Garibaldi, this little bistro has found its place on Nice's restaurant scene. It is run by a team of two chefs who have experience working in top establishments: chef Dominique Roca (L'Atelier Robuchon Étoile, for example) and, front of house, her partner Mikhaël Lyoubi (Flaveur in Nice with the Tourteaux brothers, to cite but one). Carefully chosen, good-quality fresh ingredients, such as the red mullet on this occasion, a choice of accompaniment (eg sautéed potatoes or roasted vegetables), a fine selection of wines that covers all the regions – and with that the deal is s
Peixes Bonaparte
€€seafood
Between Place Garibaldi and the port, this offshoot of the Peixes Opéra also boasts a huge terrace that is taken by storm on sunny days! The Bonaparte deploys the same winning formula of seafood dishes (fish, tataki, sashimi, accras, oysters) and ceviche specialities. The updated blue and white seafaring bistro decor calls to mind Portugal or Greece. Behind the bar, a mixologist conjures up cocktails. The lunch menu is a steal. Open all day long, albeit with a more concise menu until 7pm.
🕐 Mo-Sa 12:00-22:00;Su off
Colita
€€Mediterranean Cuisine
Located between Nice's port and the Colline du Château, this restaurant brings together the flavours of Colombia and Italy in bright and colourful fusion dishes cooked up by chefs Carlos and Daniele. Diners soak up the warm, relaxed atmosphere on the spacious terrace with orange seating or in the narrow indoor dining space done out in terracotta hues. In the visible kitchen, it is all about open-flame cooking – on plancha and parrilla grills. Grilled octopus, braised veal chop and sardines in a chimichurri sauce deliver intense flavours; a vibrant and well-balanced Peruvian ceviche combines wh
L'Atelier
€€€french
Originally from Vendée, chef Stéphane Chenneveau must have been a little crazy – or "fada" in the Nice dialect, to dare to revisit the city’s ubiquitous socca, flatbread made with chickpea flour... And yet it remains a firm fixture of the menu. The chef has never ceased to evolve, crafting flavoursome regional recipes, together with a more ambitious carte blanche menu which is seasonal and reflects his mood of the moment. Splendid biodynamic wine list.
🕐 Tu-Fr 12:00-14:00, 18:30-22:00; Sa,Su,Mo off
Comptoir du Marché
€€Traditional Cuisine
In the heart of bustling historic Nice, casual and friendly are the watchwords of this vintage-inspired market counter, whose name is equal to the chef’s colourful, flavoursome dishes. Concise menu, unfailingly fresh and reasonable rates: it is always a pleasure to spend time here.
🕐 Mo off;Tu-Sa 12:00-14:00,19:00-22:00;Su off
Bar des Oiseaux
€€Traditional Cuisine
In this small corner house, Armand Crespo's "Bird Bar" won't fail to have foodies flapping with delight. Fine traditional French dishes (brandade, bourride) feature alongside delicious artisanal pasta: ravioli and stuffed chicken, seafood linguine etc. All at reasonable prices, in a decor inspired by pop art.
Shintaro
€€Japanese
An intimate sushi counter in pale-coloured wood and another small, pared-back space through a stone archway – this is where Shintaro Suzuki, the meticulous and focused chef, presents his no-nonsense authentic Japanese cuisine at very reasonable prices. The must-try dishes include confit aubergine marinated in soy sauce and ginger, beef tataki with onion yakiniku sauce, and yuzu-miso tuna katsu. A simpler set menu is available at lunchtime; reservation required.
Les Deux Canailles
€€Modern Cuisine
Under the management of a Japanese chef who lacks neither experience nor enthusiasm, this smart establishment can be relied upon to deliver the goods. The lunchtime menu is something of a bargain for Nice! The score is Mediterranean, minimalist, fresh and wonderfully delicate, with a scattering of Japanese twists.
🕐 Mo off;Tu-Th 12:00-14:00;Fr-Sa 12:00-14:00,19:30-22:00;Su off
Fine Gueule
€€Traditional Cuisine
In Nice's old town, opposite the town hall, this restaurant's newly refurbished interior is organised around an open kitchen and a counter where customers can sit to eat. But the real pleasure is to be found in the food, with traditional dishes chalked up on the board each day, including for starters the home-made pissaladière, devilled eggs or calamari a la plancha.