THE CULINARY EXCELLENCE OF NICE’S MICHELIN-STARRED RESTAURANTS 

ONICE*

The new star of the 2024 edition, it’s in the Antiques district that you can enjoy the punchy, bold cuisine of ONICE by Florencia Montes and Lorenzo Ragni. This duo of Italian-Argentinian chefs met in the kitchens of Mirazur – voted the best restaurant in the world – and together they offer some explosive combinations of flavours, using seasonal and local produce.

Racines*

This new Michelin-starred restaurant in Nice offers a cuisine consisting exclusively of local organic fruit and vegetables. Chef Bruno Cirino offers a unique culinary experience, created according to the day’s arrivals, all at excellent value for money. A highly creative plant-based cuisine that will appeal even to those who don’t like vegetables! Racines is located in the heart of the Libération district.

Chantecler – Le Negresco *

Nestled in the heart of the famous Promenade des Anglais, the Michelin-starred Chantecler restaurant at the Le Negresco hotel is the jewel in the crown of French art de vivre. With its Belle Époque decor, it invites guests to take a trip back in time, combining elegance, glamour and fine cuisine. Michelin-starred chef Virginie Basselot makes the most of local produce to offer the finest Mediterranean cuisine. The delicate dishes blend harmoniously with the breathtaking sea views, offering an exceptional culinary experience.

Pure & V *

Established in 2018, Vanessa Massé, the owner of the restaurant, has everything it takes to command respect. She and her kitchen team offer a bold Scandinavian-inspired cuisine. Voted best sommelier of the year, it goes without saying that the wine list at Pure & V is simply sublime!  

L’Aromate *

Just a stone’s throw from Place Masséna, L’Aromate is a brilliant combination of creative cuisine, quality ingredients and an elegant atmosphere. The restaurant is run by Michelin-starred chef Mickaël Gracieux, who brings a modern vision to traditional Mediterranean cuisine. Each bite is an explosion of flavours and textures, awakening taste buds and delighting diners. The attentive and professional service adds an extra touch to this culinary experience.

Les Agitateurs *

Head to Nice’s “Le petit Marais” district to discover this beautiful Michelin-starred spot, boldly named “Les Agitateurs”. Creative cuisine combining traditional flavours and modern techniques, local suppliers, a lively atmosphere and friendly service: the perfect recipe for a perfect dinner! 

JAN *

This one-Michelin-starred restaurant was founded by South African chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen. Now that’s a culinary journey in itself! At Jan‘s, every dish is a discovery of unique flavours and textures, bold combinations, with special focus on balancing flavours. Add to that an elegant, warm atmosphere and attentive, professional service, and the result is an absolute must-visit spot in Nice! 

Flaveur **

Flaveur literally means “all the olfactory, gustatory and tactile sensations experienced when tasting a food product”. A promise that this two-Michelin-starred restaurant more than lives up to! Brothers Gaël and Mickaël Tourteaux are in charge, offering an innovative approach to cuisine and great culinary creativity. The menu is regularly updated to reflect the seasons and the produce available.

Nice’s finest rooftop restaurants

Here, the stars are in the sky! If you’re looking for a bit of height and perspective, and want to enjoy some of Nice’s finest views while savouring some delicious food, discover Nice’s rooftop restaurants. Nice Shopping has put together a list of the best spots for you here: