You want to go all out? Here are the best places to eat in Nice. Remember that you'll get the best deals at lunch--up to 30% off the price of a dinner menu. Call before showing up as opening hours can be unpredictable. The following restaurants have all been awarded one Michelin star.
L'Aromate
Chef Mikhael Gracieux has studied with a number of top French chefs but now he could teach them a thing or two. The lunch menu (a la carte) concentrates on risotto paired with the freshest local produce. At night, his creativity soars and a stylish crowd of gourmands feasts on the best boeuf charolais in France.
Keisuke Matsushima
The eponymous chef hails from Japan which clearly influences his elegant presentation. The minimalist decor provides a calm ambience in which to savor Matsushima's scrupulously prepared treats.
Chantecler
Hotel Negresco
Its Michelin star is well-deserved.
Since September 2007, this venerable establishment in the splendid
Hotel Negresco is headed by a new chef, Jean-Denis Rieubland. Even
though the average age of the lunch crowd seems to be in the triple
digits, the new chef is introducing more modern touches to the
menu. Read my review.
Flaveur
No molecular cuisine for these two young chefs, Mikael and Gael Tourteaux yet their cuisine is delightfully inventive. After receiving its first Michelin star in March 2011, this restaurant has attracted droves of new customers. Reserve in advance but you must go.
Le Ane Rouge
A long-time classic, the chef here showcases local
products.The interior is elegant and the terrace has lovely view
of the port.
La Petite Maison
Visiting celebrities (and
resident ones too) make a point of dining in this discreet dining
room. The flavours are decidedly Mediterranean as the menu on the
website indicates.
Chez Palmyre
In the heart of Old Nice, this tiny and traditional place has been feeding several generations of local diners. The three-course menu is
a steal at €15. Reserve well in advance.
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