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The Best Restaurants in Monaco

From three-star landmarks to glamorous beach clubs — the Monaco tables worth booking, and what to order.

The My Monaco editors· 8 min read
The Best Restaurants in Monaco

Monaco dines extraordinarily well for its size. These are the tables that define the principality.

The icons

Le Louis XV – Alain Ducasse at the Hôtel de Paris is the standard-bearer — Riviera haute cuisine in a gilded room. Le Grill, on the hotel's rooftop, opens its roof to the stars. At the Hôtel Hermitage, Pavyllon Monte-Carlo brings Yannick Alléno's modern French; at the Métropole, Yoshi serves Joël Robuchon's Japanese.

Beyond the palaces

Blue Bay (Marcel Ravin) blends Caribbean and Mediterranean with real flair, while Elsa at Monte-Carlo Beach is a rare fully-organic table over the sea. For something livelier, Beefbar, Maya Bay and La Marée are reliably excellent.

The institutions

The Café de Paris Monte-Carlo is the grand brasserie on the Casino square — perfect for people-watching over a long lunch.

Most palace restaurants require booking well ahead; reserve through the official sites linked on each restaurant page.

Plan your trip

Hotels nearby

Hotels in Monaco

Experiences

Tours & activities

Private tours, boat trips and hand-picked experiences via GetYourGuide — free cancellation on most.

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Getting to the Riviera

Flights, transfer & car

Fly into Nice (NCE)

Compare fares to Nice Côte d'Azur, the gateway to Monaco.

Nice → Monaco transfer

Private transfer, fixed price, driver waiting — 30 minutes along the coast.

Rent a car

Ideal for exploring the Riviera at your own pace (Monaco parking is limited).

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the best restaurant in Monaco?+

Le Louis XV – Alain Ducasse at the Hôtel de Paris is the most celebrated, though Pavyllon, Yoshi and Blue Bay are all exceptional.

Do you need to book restaurants in Monaco?+

Yes — the palace and Michelin tables book up well ahead, especially in summer and during major events.