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Best French Restaurants in Nice

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At a Glance

30
Total Restaurants
4.5
Average Rating
3.5 — 4.9
Rating Range
€ — €€€
Price Range

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#1
Le Bouchon

Le Bouchon

#2 overall Less than 30€ per person
4.9
1,329 reviews

34 Rue Mgr Alfred Daumas, 06300 Nice, France

A top-rated French restaurant on Rue Mgr Alfred Daumas in Nice, offering authentic and affordable French cuisine. Le Bouchon is praised for its generous portions and warm, convivial atmosphere.

#2
Le Panier

Le Panier

#4 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.8
2,862 reviews

5 Rue Barillerie, 06300 Nice, France

Fine-dining restaurant with cocktails. Elevated fare with seasonal ingredients, plus cocktails, in stylish interiors with an open kitchen.

#3
Chez Mireille

Chez Mireille

#5 overall Less than 30€ per person
4.8
1,577 reviews

19 Bd Raimbaldi, 06000 Nice, France

An affordable and beloved French restaurant on Boulevard Raimbaldi in Nice. Chez Mireille is known for its hearty, home-style French cooking and welcoming, unpretentious ambiance.

#4
Les Agitateurs - restaurant gastronomique

Les Agitateurs - restaurant gastronomique

#7 overall More than 60€ per person
4.8
1,300 reviews

24 Rue Bonaparte, 06300 Nice, France

An upscale gastronomic French restaurant on Rue Bonaparte in Nice. Les Agitateurs delivers inventive, beautifully plated haute cuisine in an elegant fine-dining atmosphere.

#5
Restaurant JAN

Restaurant JAN

#8 overall More than 60€ per person
4.8
1,100 reviews

12 Rue Lascaris, 06300 Nice, France

Snug spot for elegant South African food. Compact fine dining restaurant serving whimsical South African cuisine & upscale picnic boxes.

#6
Chez Acchiardo

Chez Acchiardo

#9 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.7
3,077 reviews

38 Rue Droite, 06300 Nice, France

Rustic spot for local specialties. Classic Niçoise salad, plus carpaccio & grilled meat dishes in a cozy, stone-walled dining room.

#7
Les Sens

Les Sens

#12 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.7
1,705 reviews

37 Rue Pastorelli, 06000 Nice, France

Chic place for refined regional cuisine. Creative, seasonally inspired seafood & regional meat dishes in a sleek space with bare-brick walls.

#8
Le Vingt4

Le Vingt4

#15 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.7
1,195 reviews

24 Rue Alphonse Karr, 06000 Nice, France

Relaxed wine bar for seasonal meals. Charcuterie plates & seasonal dishes, plus a long list of wines by the glass, in a convivial space.

#9
The Instant

The Instant

#18 overall Less than 30€ per person
4.6
1,286 reviews

9 Rue Clément Roassal, 06000 Nice, France

Easygoing eatery with daily menus. Laid-back restaurant with a daily menu, wine & cocktails, plus ample outdoor seating.

#10
Comptoir du Marché

Comptoir du Marché

#19 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.6
1,265 reviews

8 Rue du Marché, 06000 Nice, France

Mediterranean bistro with a vintage vibe. Seasonal Mediterranean cooking presented in a cozy, nostalgic atmosphere with a terrace.

#11
LU FRAN CALIN

LU FRAN CALIN

#20 overall Less than 30€ per person
4.6
1,177 reviews

5 Rue Francis Gallo, 06300 Nice, France

An affordable French restaurant on Rue Francis Gallo in Nice. LU FRAN CALIN offers traditional Nicoise and French dishes prepared with care in a cozy, neighborhood setting.

#12
Le Tchitchou

Le Tchitchou

#21 overall Less than 30€ per person
4.6
1,172 reviews

29 Av. Georges Clemenceau, 06000 Nice, France

An affordable French restaurant on Avenue Georges Clemenceau in Nice. Le Tchitchou serves classic French fare with generous portions and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

#13
Olive&Artichaut

Olive&Artichaut

#23 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.6
1,040 reviews

6 Rue Sainte-Reparate, 06300 Nice, France

Casual hub for Mediterranean fare. Mediterranean meals using locally sourced ingredients offered in a small, simple restaurant.

#14
La Femme du Boulanger

La Femme du Boulanger

#25 overall Less than 30€ per person
4.5
2,314 reviews

3 Rue du Commandant Raffalli, 06000 Nice, France

Wine, steaks & brunch in a rustic eatery. Woodsy restaurant serving brunch, sandwiches & steaks using locally sourced ingredients, plus wine.

#15
Bistrot Gourmand - restaurant à Nice

Bistrot Gourmand - restaurant à Nice

#26 overall
4.5
1,671 reviews

3 Rue Desboutin, 06300 Nice, France

Chic setup & high-end Mediterranean food. Elegantly plated French & Mediterranean dishes, plus fine wines, in a refined space.

#16
Chez Moi

Chez Moi

#27 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.5
1,562 reviews

2 Rue Paganini, 06000 Nice, France

A mid-range French restaurant on Rue Paganini in Nice. Chez Moi offers refined French cuisine with a personal touch in an intimate, welcoming dining room.

#17
Le Bar des Oiseaux

Le Bar des Oiseaux

#28 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.5
1,533 reviews

5 Rue Saint-Vincent, 06300 Nice, France

Quirky setting for creative French food. French food with a global twist, artfully plated, in a modern art-inspired interior or a terrace.

#18
Bistrot d'Antoine

Bistrot d'Antoine

#29 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.5
1,425 reviews

27 Rue de la Préfecture, 06300 Nice, France

Creative dishes in an art-filled space. Inventive meat & seafood mains, plus Italian desserts, in a cozy venue with art on the walls.

#19
La Cave du Fromager

La Cave du Fromager

#31 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.5
1,285 reviews

29 Rue Benoît Bunico, 06000 Nice, France

Warm eatery for cheese dishes, classic meals & wine. Charming, refined restaurant featuring classic dishes & organic wine, plus cheese specialties like fondue & raclette.

#20
Le Frog

Le Frog

#37 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.4
2,501 reviews

3 Rue Milton Robbins, 06300 Nice, France

Stylish spot for classic French fare. Classic dishes like frog legs, snails & foie gras in an unfussy dining room or at terrace tables.

#21
La maison de Marie - Restaurant Traditionnel Nice

La maison de Marie - Restaurant Traditionnel Nice

#39 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4.3
3,610 reviews

5 Rue Massena, 06000 Nice, France

Airy surroundings & polished local fare. Refined French cuisine based on seasonal ingredients, served in bright, stylish dining rooms.

#22
Castel Plage

Castel Plage

#40 overall More than 60€ per person
4.3
3,308 reviews

8 Quai des États-Unis, 06300 Nice, France

Seafood & sweets overlooking the sea. Waterfront perch offering Mediterranean-style seafood & artisanal ice cream, plus beach rentals.

#23
L'Escalinada

L'Escalinada

#41 overall Less than 30€ per person
4.3
1,739 reviews

22 Rue Pairolière, 06300 Nice, France

An affordable French restaurant on Rue Pairoliere in Nice's Old Town. L'Escalinada serves traditional Nicoise cuisine on a charming terrace in one of the city's most picturesque streets.

#24
The Rossettisserie

The Rossettisserie

#42 overall Less than 30€ per person
4.3
1,390 reviews

8 Rue Mascoinat, 06300 Nice, France

Rustic locale for traditional dining. Homestyle, meat-based mains served with potatoes or ratatouille in a folksy, cave-like interior.

#25
Le Plongeoir

Le Plongeoir

#43 overall More than 60€ per person
4.2
3,495 reviews

60 Bd Franck Pilatte, 06300 Nice, France

Clifftop locale for French cuisine. Mediterranean mainstays & cocktails served atop a rocky outcropping with views of the harbor.

#26
Plage Beau Rivage Nice

Plage Beau Rivage Nice

#45 overall More than 60€ per person
4.1
3,602 reviews

107 Quai des États-Unis, 06300 Nice, France

Relaxed eatery for Mediterranean fare. Informal, airy option with a beachfront terrace & sea views offering Mediterranean cuisine & wine.

#27
Les Jardins Du Capitole

Les Jardins Du Capitole

#48 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4
1,912 reviews

52 Prom. des Anglais, 06000 Nice, France

Stylish French-meets-Italian brasserie. Pasta, pizza & robust French classics, plus cocktails, at a stylish venue with a bayside terrace.

#28
Le Tire Bouchon

Le Tire Bouchon

#49 overall Between 30 and 60€ per person
4
1,401 reviews

19 Rue de la Préfecture, 06300 Nice, France

Brunch, small plates & outdoor tables. Refined French sharing plates, set menus & weekend brunch in a stylish space with sidewalk tables.

#29
Comptoir Central Électrique

Comptoir Central Électrique

#50 overall Less than 30€ per person
3.9
1,232 reviews

10 Rue Bonaparte, 06300 Nice, France

An affordable French restaurant on Rue Bonaparte in Nice. Comptoir Central Electrique serves creative French fare in a casual, industrial-chic space with a convivial atmosphere.

#30
La Petite Maison

La Petite Maison

#52 overall More than 60€ per person
3.5
1,505 reviews

11 Rue Saint-François de Paule, 06000 Nice, France

High-end destination for Niçoise cuisine. Refined Niçoise & Mediterranean meat & seafood dishes in an elegant setting with sidewalk dining.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best French restaurants in Nice?

The top-rated French restaurants in Nice include Le Bouchon, Le Panier, Chez Mireille. These are ranked based on customer ratings.


How many French restaurants are in Nice?

There are 30 highly-rated French restaurants in Nice, France.