In the Principality, there are so many places to choose from for
a gourmet lunch, dinner, or simply music and cocktails with a sea view. Follow
us, as we take you on a tour of some of the best!
Monaco is home to a plethora of sumptuous Michelin-starred gastronomic
restaurants that need no introduction, such as the Louis XV d’Alain Ducasse,
the Blue Bay, Les Ambassadeurs by Christophe Cussac, and La Table D’Antonio to
name but a few.
But there are other wonderful eateries that may have escaped your
notice, and are well worth a visit! So to ensure you don’t miss a morsel of the
best food and drink Monaco has to offer, make a note to look up the following
addresses.
Sun-kissed dining
experiences...
Orange Verte
For a taste of the exotic, visit the Orange Vert at the Monte-Carlo Bay
Hotel & Resort. Its refreshing “bistronomic” cuisine will transport you to
far-flung places, with fabulous dishes to enjoy on the terrace or in the winter
garden.
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Le Deck
Take a seat on the terrace of the Monte-Carlo Beach hotel’s own
brasserie, called Le Deck. Leave the bustle of the city behind, and enjoy the
stylish and relaxed vibe overlooking the hotel’s Olympic size pool surrounded
by palm trees, all with glorious views of the Mediterranean.
Las Brisas
Get away from it all for an hour or two, and discover the sun-drenched
Mediterranean cuisine created by chef Marcel Ravin at the Monte-Carlo Bay &
Resort. Take a moment out of time, relax, and admire the sea view. If you’d
like something livelier, try the musical lunches every Sunday during the summer
period.
Well-kept secrets...
Les Perles de Monte-Carlo
As the locals will tell you, Les Perles de Monte-Carlo is the place to
go for seafood lovers. The authentic restaurant, located in a sheltered spot at
the end of the breakwater at the Port of Fontvieille and below the Prince’s
Palace, serves exceptional oysters “Made in Monaco”.
Le Castelroc
Nestling on the Rock of Monaco, as if suspended between sky and sea,
discover Le Castelroc and its Mediterranean cuisine inspired by Monegasque
traditions. Take a moment out of time in an idylllic setting, facing the
Prince’s Palace and with unrivalled views over the Port of Fontvieille.
Malizia Mar
A little corner of paraside on the water’s edge at the solarium on Quai
Casiraghi. Its fresh, Mediterranean-style menu will delight your tastebuds.
La Terrasse - Oceanographic Museum
Did someone order lunch with a view? At La Terrasse, the restaurant
perched on the roof of the Oceanographic Museum, the panorama is spectacular!
Enjoy a meal 85 metres up, at the very top of the Rock, as you admire the
incredible 360° view.
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La Condamine Market
For an authentic slice of local life, visit the popular beating heart of
the Principality, La Condamine Market. Fall under the spell of its colourful
stalls, red cobblestones, and friendly traders. Settle down at a table on the
square and take in the views of the Rock, do some people watching, and admire
the market stalls laden with a wide variety of local specialities.
Bouncing bars…
Le Blue Gin
Le Blue Gin, also known as “The Waterfront”, guarantees a great night
out with music courtesy of a house DJ, splendid views of the Mediterranean, a
selection of creative cocktails, and a menu designed by top chef Marcel Ravin.
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Le Duke
The perfect place to start your night out with friends, around delicious
cocktails and generous tapas. There’s also live music with bands performing a
variety of styles to suit all tastes. For budding talents or simply to
experience the joy of signing together, Le Duke also holds karaoke nights. So
grab the mic!
Bars with a view...
Le BAR
Fall under the spell of Le Bar at the Hôtel Columbus, at its summer home
on the hotel’s terrace. Relax and sip a classic cocktail as you peacefully
enjoy the views of the Princess Grace Rose Garden.
Alang Bar - Méridien Beach Plaza
Located on the private beach of the Méridien Beach Plaza hotel, the
Alang Bar will carry you to distant shores with its exotic decor and
sun-infused cocktails, to be sipped to the rhythmic sound of the waves until
twilight.
Le Rouge & le Blanc
Take a stroll along the quay at the Port of Fontvieille, and you’ll come
across “Le Rouge et Blanc”! A friendly and convivial place where those in the
know come to enjoy great food and wines, in an authentic setting with views of
the yachts moored in the port.
