BRUNCH: OUR FAVOURITE ADDRESSES IN NICE
What could be better than a delicious brunch to start the day with a touch of indulgence and relaxation? Whether you’re a fan of the classics or looking for something a little different, here are some must-visit spots where you can enjoy a delicious and highly Instagrammable brunch!
Foodie
Located just behind Galeries Lafayette, Foodie is the address bringing the city centre to life with brunch menus ranging from €23.90 to €34.90 for the most enthusiastic food lovers. Open every day, this spot serves an ultra-complete brunch featuring avocado and gravlax salmon toast, truffle scrambled eggs and melt-in-the-mouth homemade pastries. We love their selection of drinks, from fresh smoothies to flavoured coffees, all enjoyed in a relaxed atmosphere.
Clay
If you’re looking for the most Instagrammable plate on Rue Bonaparte or Rue Gioffredo, this is the place to be! But don’t be fooled, Clay is far more than just a beautiful setting. Expect creative, colourful and ultra-fresh cuisine. From reinvented avocado toasts to vitamin-packed bowls, every bite is bursting with flavour, with prices ranging from €9 to €16. We love the vibrant energy of this venue, making it the perfect place to start your Sunday in style.
La Popote d’Ondine
With three locations across Nice (Blacas, Liberté and Gioffredo), La Popote d’Ondine is a paradise for healthy brunch enthusiasts, offering competitive prices ranging from €7 to €16. Gluten-free, vegan or classic, everyone will find something to suit their taste in its cosy atmosphere. People come here for the wholesome and indulgent cuisine, but also for the iconic drinks seen all over social media, such as the Iced Spirulina Latte with its stunning blue hue.
Mama Shelter
This is THE go-to destination for cool families and groups of friends in the Riquier district. Mama Shelter offers an all-you-can-eat buffet that is 100% homemade, served in a colourful setting for €45 per person. The added bonus? Free activities to keep the children entertained while you relax with a cocktail or enjoy the chocolate fountain, thanks to a dedicated team. The venue also features an extensive sweet and savoury buffet, along with themed brunches for occasions such as Easter, Halloween and more.
Le Grand Café des Fleurs
We recently paid a visit and featured it on our social media, and we absolutely loved it! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is set: elegant, welcoming and almost timeless… you instantly know you’re about to have a wonderful experience. As for the food, there is simply everything you could wish for. Fresh and hot dishes, sweet and savoury delights, homemade pastries, made-to-order crêpes, live cooking stations, seafood and seasonal produce. At €42, it offers outstanding value for money for such a generous and complete buffet.
Kawa
This is the brunch spot shaking up the rules just opposite Gare Thiers! Recently recognised among TheFork’s Top 100 restaurants in France by TheFork, Kawa proves that a relaxed atmosphere and culinary excellence can go hand in hand, with menus ranging from €22.90 to €54.90. Sweet, savoury, healthy or delightfully indulgent, everything here is homemade and designed to satisfy your wildest cravings. We can’t resist their timeless Eggs Benedict, ultra-fresh Avocado Toast or signature French toast. A must-visit for every brunch enthusiast seeking quality.
Maranna
In the heart of Vieux-Nice, Maranna offers a culinary experience where presentation matters just as much as flavour, with dishes ranging from €4 to €16. Beneath its lush botanical ceiling, guests enjoy indulgent creations in an intimate atmosphere. Don’t miss the Breaky Burger with its brioche bun and fresh ingredients, or the banana pecan brioche. A new menu featuring trendy refreshing drinks has recently been introduced.
Edmond Café
Whether you’re in the Carré d’Or or Gambetta district, Edmond is the welcoming little gem where you’ll instantly feel at home. Here, standardised buffets are replaced by quality ingredients and dishes made with love, with à la carte options up to €18 depending on your preferences. The plates are as beautiful as they are delicious, featuring carefully sourced ingredients, recipes that evolve with the seasons and vitamin-packed homemade juices.
Little Café
Located on Place Saëtone, Little Café has quickly become a local favourite thanks to its two brunch menus starting at €24.90 and €26.90. Guests flock here for the ultra-fluffy pancakes and mascarpone French toast, which is nothing short of spectacular. It is the perfect place for a generous, fuss-free brunch served every day. Whether you choose Eggs Benedict, a fresh bowl or a filled croissant, everything is fresh, homemade and delicious.
Garden Café
Located in the Alsace-Lorraine district, this is one of Nice’s most popular brunch destinations! Brunch is served every day with a menu focused on fresh and healthy ingredients, offering options for every appetite between €22 and €30. We love their vitamin-packed summer bowls, iconic avocado toasts and wonderfully fluffy pancakes. For those with a bigger appetite, the savoury croissants and generously filled bagels are not to be missed.
Bella Bay
Head up to the fourth floor of Galeries Lafayette. Bella Bay boasts breathtaking views over Place Masséna. Every Sunday, enjoy a healthy homemade brunch for €35 per person, accompanied by live music from 12:30pm onwards. On the menu: market risotto, gravlax salmon, roast poultry and an array of sweet treats including mini macarons. Chic yet relaxed at the same time!
Rosewood
Step into Rosewood’s soft, feminine world, complete with its beautiful rose-covered façade. It’s the perfect spot for brunch with friends in the heart of Nice, with menus ranging from €23 to €50. We love the carefully designed décor and beautifully presented dishes, including savoury French toast, filled flat croissants and matcha bowls. Delicious cuisine served every day in an ultra-relaxing atmosphere, with menus starting from €20 depending on your appetite.
Chez les Garçons
With locations on Rue Niepce and Rue Catherine Ségurane, Chez les Garçons serves generous brunches in a playful atmosphere, with an extensive menu featuring treats up to €19. We love the vintage “old-school classroom” décor and the hearty dishes that will keep you satisfied all day long. A timeless favourite for lovers of unique venues and authentic cuisine.
And if you’d like to swap the gentle sound of the waves for an exceptional gastronomic experience first thing in the morning, discover our Top 3 Michelin-starred brunches in Nice for a wake-up experience of an entirely different calibre!
