Nice is one of the most important cities in Provence and as such offers a fascinating combination of Provençal food on the one hand and seafood and fish-based food on the other. To all this, of course, we must add the influence of Italian cuisine, since Nice was part of the Kingdom of Savoy until the 19s.
Therefore, it is not surprising that there are quite a few restaurants in Nice. Some of them are excellent and some are… so-so. In order to prevent you from making culinary mistakes, I have selected a series of excellent restaurants at a variety of prices, so that everyone can find something suitable for them to eat in Nice.
Popular restaurants in Nice
Lu Fran Calin
An excellent restaurant that serves typical food from the cuisine of Nice that combines the Italian and French culinary traditions. You can find here all the most traditional dishes from anchovies, through socca to handmade pastas that they make on the spot. The food is very tasty, the service is excellent and the location is perfect (right next to the cathedral in the old town of Nice ). In short, highly recommended.
Address: 5 rue Francis Gallo // Restaurant website
Le P'tit Mesclun
A lovely place with delicious homemade Mediterranean food. There are salads, sandwiches and pizza, and the coffee is also very good. A great place for an inexpensive snack on the go.
Address: 10 rue Raoul Bosio // Facebook page
La P'tite Cocotte
A restaurant in Old Nice, between Place Garibaldi and the Coulée Verte. The menu is based on seasonal ingredients, and you can enjoy a meal of starter + main course + appetizer for 25 euros. It is an authentic and traditional restaurant, and you can also drink good wine here.
Address: 10 Rue Saint-Augustin // Website
Restaurant du Gésu – Italian restaurant in Nice
An Italian Mediterranean restaurant, with simple and friendly food that can suit everyone. There are pizzas, pastas, salads and desserts. Vegetarian options are also available. The restaurant is quite busy during the day, but they do not take reservations in advance.
Address: 1 Place du Jesus
Creperie Trimaran
Want to go for a sweet treat first? Here you can find Breton-style crepes in a cute location that is great for people-watching. You can also have lunch here – first a savory crepe and then a sweet one. There are a variety of crepes with cheeses , ratatouille, various sausages, chicken and a variety of interesting fillings. There are also omelettes and salads. In the sweet section there are classic crepes with butter, sugar and cinnamon, various jams and of course – a crepe with Nutella.
Address: 13 Place Saint-Francois // Website
The Canon
A cozy bistro with a natural wine menu, a great place for dinner or a hot date. There is no menu here and the dishes change according to the season and local produce. The food is simple and gives honor to the raw ingredients.
Address: 23, rue Meyerbeer // Website
The Merenda
A restaurant that is considered an institution in Nice. The chef, Dominique Le Stanc, began his culinary journey at the age of 14 and trained with the best chefs in France. The entire place oozes vintage, and the food is delicious, charming, and comforting. The place does not accept credit cards.
Address: 4 rue Raoul-Bosio // Website
Michelin-starred restaurants in Nice
The Herb
A one-Michelin-star restaurant near Place Masséna in the heart of Nice. A striking modern design in black, white and gold, with wood and granite elements, creates an elegant and welcoming look. The chef, Mickaël Gracieux, has created a modern, creative and elegant menu with local produce such as San Remo shrimp, courgettes, local green crab, squid, citrus fruits and more.
Address: 2 rue Gustave-Deloye // Website
The Agitators
A one-Michelin-star restaurant, behind the port of Nice. Chef Samuel Victory and his partner create rich dishes here using local produce. The food here is unconventional and the atmosphere is lively. There is also a delicatessen, where you can buy delicious food to take home, and a lunch menu at a relatively affordable price.
Address: 24 rue Bonaparte // Website
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