Nice, situated in the French Riviera has a plentiful selection of restaurants to choose from. For those seeking views and things to do along with wonderful food and wine, these seven will not disappoint.
1. La Petite Maison is conveniently located in the old town of Nice. The restaurant’s terrace offers views across Place Garibaldi and the Mediterranean Sea. Their seasonal menu features classic French dishes such as fresh fish from local fishermen and succulent meats from nearby farms. They also serve an excellent selection of wines from all over France and Europe.
2. Le Bambou Plage sits on the beachfront at Beau Rivage Promenade des Anglais offering views over the Mediterranean Sea for guests to enjoy. The food is a mix of French and International with classic dishes such as spaghetti alla carbonara, fish soup and steaks. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list featuring some of the finest vintages from France and beyond.
3. La Merenda is situated in the old town, just off Place Rossetti square. This cozy restaurant serves traditional Provençal cuisine including seafood specialities such as roasted squid, mussels cooked in white wine sauce and bouillabaisse fish stew. For something sweet try their famous homemade tarte aux pommes or orange crème brulee. They have an excellent selection of wines to accompany your meal.
4. Quai des Artistes is a brasserie-style restaurant located close to the waterfront. It is well-known for its views of Place Massena and delicious seafood platters such as grilled fish, mussels and shrimps. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list that features some of the best vintages from France, Italy and Spain.
5. Bar des Oiseaux is a modern bistro near La Promenade des Anglais with views over the sea. The menu features classic French dishes such as steak tartare, bouillabaisse, risotto and truffle pasta. They also serve an excellent selection of wines from across Europe including Burgundy and Bordeaux.
6. Chantecler is situated in the historic Negresco Hotel and has views of the Promenade des Anglais. It serves a range of classic French dishes such as confit duck, roasted lamb and beef tartare. The wine list features some of the best vintages from France, Italy and Spain.
7. La Table du Marché is located in Vieille Ville (old town) with views over Place Rossetti square. The menu includes traditional Provençal dishes like ratatouille, grilled fish and steaks cooked with herbs from the restaurant’s garden. They also have an extensive wine list featuring some excellent vintages from France, Italy and Spain.
No matter what you are looking for in terms of views, things to do and wine, these seven restaurants in Nice offer it all. From traditional Provençal cuisine to classic French dishes, you will certainly find something to suit your tastes. Bon appétit!