10 restaurants with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean

What could be more enchanting than a meal savored facing the azure immensity of the Mediterranean? Whether on a terrace perched on the cliffs, on the edge of a sandy beach or on the pontoon of an elegant establishment, the sublime setting enhances the pleasures of the table tenfold. Always on the lookout for unique gastronomic experiences, Gault&Millau has selected for you ten restaurants where cuisine blends with breathtaking panoramas.

Le restaurant des rois, in Beaulieu-sur-Mer

Facing the Mediterranean, with a breathtaking view of Cap Ferrat, La Réserve embodies discreet, refined luxury. On its magnificent seafront terrace, lulled by piano notes, the Restaurant des Rois (4 toques) offers precise, elegant cuisine by Julien Roucheteau. Here, the product is king, without ostentation, but with a touch of mischief. An exceptional table where gastronomy meets an unforgettable panorama.

• Where to eat? La Réserve de Beaulieu, 5 boulevard du Maréchal Leclerc, 06310 Beaulieu-sur-Mer
• See Gault&Millau's review of Le restaurant des rois

Mirazur, in Menton

Perched on the heights of Menton, facing the Mediterranean, Mauro Colagreco's Mirazur (4 toques) is an invitation to travel, between nature and gastronomy. The chef, visionary and passionate, takes his guests on a veritable sensory journey, punctuated by the produce of his garden and the seasons. The delicate, flowery plates tell a story of mingling flavors and textures. Inspired by his Italian, French and Argentinian roots, his cuisine plays on finesse and emotion. All this is accompanied by impeccable service and a cellar rich in discoveries. A moment suspended between sky, land and sea.

• Where? 30 avenue Aristide Briand, 06500 Menton
• See Gault&Millau's review of Mirazur

La Balette, Collioure

at La Balette (3 toques) in Collioure, Laurent Lemal offers a timeless culinary experience, in total harmony with the surrounding marine environment. Since 2020, he has been offering a privileged clientele local and terroir cuisine, where each dish bears witness to his ingenuity and delicacy. Service, led by Agathe Leroy, is warm and attentive, creating a soothing atmosphere, while the cellar, beautifully orchestrated by sommelier Benjamin Billon, celebrates the wines of Roussillon. A place suspended between sea and gastronomy, where every mouthful is a voyage.

• Where to eat? Route de Port-Vendres, 66190 Collioure
• See Gault&Millau's review of La Balette

La Chèvre d'Or, in Èze

Perched on the heights of Èze, La Chèvre d'Or (4 toques) offers much more than a breathtaking panorama of the Mediterranean: it's a brilliant gastronomic experience, led by chef Tom Meyer. Bold combinations are a testament to the chef's talent, and the near-perfect service in the dining room is guaranteed to make your dining experience exceptional. A must for a gastronomic experience with a view that lives up to expectations.

• Where to eat? Rue du Barri, 06360 Èze
• See Gault&Millau's review of La Chèvre d'Or

Blue Bay Marcel Ravin, Monaco

At Blue Bay, Marcel Ravin (3 toques) offers refined Caribbean-influenced cuisine, enhanced by elegant decor and a warm ambience. The redesigned dining room, with its open kitchen and pastry island, encourages total immersion in the chef's world. Each dish is a voyage to be enjoyed in the dining room or on the terrace, while admiring the sublime Mediterranean Sea.

• Where? 40 avenue Princesse Grâce, 98000 Monaco
• See Gault&Millau's review of Blue Bay Marcel Ravin

Une Table au Sud, Marseille

at Marseille's Une Table au Sud, Ludovic Turac offers a culinary experience combining local and Mediterranean influences, in a contemporary dining room above the Old Port. With two menus and eight dishes, the chef invents gastronomic journeys blending Mediterranean inspirations with his Armenian roots, such as squab with ras el hanout or artichoke mint and smoked pike roe. Each dish pays homage to Marseille and its family, while highlighting classics such as cod in aïoli.

• Where? 2 quai du Port, 13002 Marseille
• See Gault&Millau's review of Une Table au Sud

Château Eza, in Èze

Perched in the enchanting village of Èze, Château Eza (3 toques) offers a gastronomic experience to match its spectacular setting. At the helm, Justin Schmitt sublimates the terroir with finesse and modernity, offering a tasting menu as a tribute to the region. Attentive service and an exceptional panorama combine to perfection for a timeless interlude.

• Where to find us Rue de la Pise, 06360 Èze
• See Gault&Millau's review of Château Eza

Le Saint-Martin, Vence

Le Saint-Martin (2 toques), located in the heart of Vence, is the ideal address for French Riviera enthusiasts in search of an upscale experience. In this prestigious hotel, calm and luxury blend perfectly. The restaurant, with its breathtaking view of the Mediterranean, offers refined cuisine that perfectly complements the idyllic setting. next door, L'Oliveraie offers elegant picnics, but it's at Le Saint-Martin that you'll find the very essence of refinement, in an atmosphere that combines both serenity and sophistication.

• Where? 2490 avenue des Templiers, 06140 Vence
• See Gault&Millau's review of Le Saint-Martin

La Villa Madie, Cassis

at La Villa Madie in Cassis (4 toques), every meal is a sensory immersion between sea and garrigue, sublimated by Dimitri Droisneau's Mediterranean cuisine. From the terrace overlooking the Corton cove, the spectacle is complete: the scent of pine trees, the song of cicadas, the view of Cap Canaille. In the kitchen, freshness reigns supreme with vibrant dishes. Christophe Gasper's sweets are a delight. All this is enhanced by the encyclopedic cellar orchestrated by David Piquet. A moment suspended between land and sea.

• Where to eat? Anse de Corton, 30 avenue du Revestel, 13260 Cassis
• See Gault&Millau's review of La Villa Madie

Le Grand Cap, in Leucate

Perched high above the Mediterranean, Le Grand Cap (2 toques) in Leucate offers an uncluttered setting where nature reigns supreme. From the finely-decorated glass dining room, the eye wanders between sky and sea, while Erwan Houssin's cuisine reveals itself in perfect harmony with this environment. with his Écume, Brise Marine and Embruns menus, the chef celebrates the meeting of land and sea with delicate, inspired gastronomy. The wine list, rich in Languedoc and Roussillon vintages, completes this gastronomic interlude against the infinite blue of the Mediterranean.

• Where to eat? Chemin du Phare, 11370 Leucate
• See Gault&Millau's review of Le Grand Cap