best restaurants in Nice

Delicious restaurants in Nice

Exceptional restaurants I recommend for their authenticity, refined cuisine, and use of fresh, high quality ingredients.
These are places created and run by passionate people, where tradition, elegance, and genuine hospitality come together.
If you wish to experience the true spirit of Nice through unforgettable flavors, these are essential addresses not to be missed.

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LES MIMOSAS DU COURS

A delightful address on the Cours Saleya, where I love to stop for a morning coffee while the market comes to life (flea market all day Monday, Vegetables and fruits market other mornings). It is also a place I often go for lunch or diner.
It offers a wonderful introduction to traditional Niçois cuisine, with the rare and much-appreciated advantage of being open continuously throughout the day. Here, you can enjoy local specialities such as pissaladière, socca, daube, and other niçoise classics, all served in a warm and relaxed atmosphere. Ideally located in the heart of Old Nice, the restaurant enjoys a beautiful setting with views over the beautiful surrounding façades, glimpses of Castle Hill, and the building where painter Henri Matisse once lived. Elegantly decorated by renowned Artistic Director Lucillia Chenel, Les Mimosas du Cours is a charming and authentic address I warmly recommend.
More info, Online reservation, Closed on tuesday,
6 Place Charles Felix, Cours Saleya, Old Town, Nice

ACCHIARDO

A true Niçois institution founded in 1927, deeply loved by locals and run by the same family for generations, renowned throughout Nice for its warmth, kindness, and generosity.
Beautifully executed Niçois classics are prepared using fresh market produce, with meats and fish cooked with impeccable precision.
The historic setting adds to the charm, revealing ancient caves and stone walls that echo the story of the medieval city.
Online reservations
Closed Saturday, Sunday and throughout August.
38 rue droite 06300 Nice

LA CAVE DE LA TOUR

Cherished by locals for its warmth and authenticity since 1947, La Cave de la Tour is an intimate and convivial address where tradition and generosity come together. Niçois classics are prepared following the grandmother’s cherished recipes, including what many consider the best pissaladière in town, as well as daube and traditional Niçois ravioli. The pâté en croûte is also excellent and well worth tasting.
This wine cellar both sells and serves a fine selection of local wines, alongside Provençal and Corsican references. To accompany your meal, you can enjoy the celebrated Bellet AOC wine, produced on the hills overlooking Nice.
More info
Phone +33 4 93 80 03 31
Closed Sunday and Monday
3 rue de la tour, 06300 Nice

PIROUETTE

Pirouette offers an exceptional dining experience, made all the more special by the talent and vision behind it. Created by the same team as Les Agitateurs, one of Nice’s Michelin-starred restaurants, Pirouette carries the spirit of a starred table into a more relaxed yet equally refined setting. Here, elegance and simplicity meet through a seasonal menu that is sincere, creative, and confidently executed.
Just a few steps from its celebrated elder sibling, this cosy and welcoming address invites guests to discover the expressive cuisine of chefs Samuel Victori and Juliette Busetto. A rare opportunity to enjoy the philosophy of Michelin-level cooking, whether for lunch or dinner, in an intimate and contemporary atmosphere.
More info, Online reservation
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
34 rue Bonaparte, 06300 Nice

PIN PIN

Pin Pin is a refined and joyful table designed for sharing and discovery. Here, the menu unfolds as a series of small plates, inspired by the spirit of tapas, each one offering a delicate and carefully composed journey of flavours. Subtle, precise, and elegant, the cuisine reveals a great attention to balance and finesse.
The ideal way to experience Pin Pin is to come with friends, order a wide selection of dishes, and share everything at the table, allowing each guest to explore as many tastes and textures as possible. Every plate brings a new sensation, making the meal both playful and deeply satisfying. A delightful address for curious palates in search of generosity, creativity, and refined pleasure.
More info, Menu
Online reservation
Closed Sunday and Monday
2 rue Martin Seytour, 06300 Nice

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L’ANTIDOTE

L’Antidote is a contemporary and inviting address, appreciated for its houghtfully crafted cuisine. The menu highlights seasonal ingredients, prepared with care and creativity, offering a modern and balanced approach to French cooking.
Ideal for a pleasant lunch or an enjoyable dinner, L’Antidote séduces with its sincerity, generous plates, and warm welcome. A discreet yet excellent choice for those seeking a refined, unfussy dining experience in Nice.
Located near the Negresco and in the « Golden Square » area of Nice.
More info, Menu
Online reservation
Open everyday, for diner only
3 rue Dalpozzo, Nice

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LE COMPTOIR DU MARCHÉ

Le Comptoir du Marché is a beloved local address with a French bistrot atmosphere where the spirit of the market is beautifully reflected on the plate. Inspired by the nearby stalls of the Cours Saleya, the cuisine highlights fresh, seasonal produce, prepared with precision and generosity.
The atmosphere is convivial, making it an ideal place for a leisurely lunch or an enjoyable dinner in the heart of Old Nice. Honest flavours, well-executed dishes, and a strong connection to local ingredients make Le Comptoir du Marché a reliable and authentic choice.
More info, menu
Online reservation
Closed Sunday and Monday
8 rue du Marché, 06300 Nice