Top 5 Beach Restaurants around Monaco

Le Deck, between the sea and an Olympic pool

At Le Deck, you may not have your feet in the water, but you can savour the pleasures of a true beach club atmosphere. The summer restaurant of the Monte-Carlo Beach, perched on the tip of Larvotto, is a suspended address with views stretching from the legendary Olympic pool to the Mediterranean Sea. You can unwind in a breezy seaside atmosphere within a setting designed by architect Dorothée Delaye.

On the plate

Savour the Mediterranean cuisine of chef Pascal Garrigues, who harmoniously blends local produce and seafood in a committed, seasonal approach. Here, spaghetti with cognac-flambéed rock lobster sit alongside an oyster bar where the catch of the day meets the most coveted shellfish. Those with a sweet tooth will not be left wanting, with offerings such as frozen yogurt or a red fruit gazpacho with Grasse rose and aloe vera.

Le Deck – Monte Carlo Beach, Av. Princesse Grace, 06190 Roquebrune-Cap-Martin

La Note Bleue, 25 years of tradition

This Monegasque institution, where regulars come to dine with their feet practically in the water, is equally devoted to Mediterranean cuisine. Established on Larvotto beach since 2001, La Note Bleue is orchestrated by chef Laurent Paya. Locals mingle with an international clientele drawn by an atmosphere that shifts with the hours, from relaxed at lunchtime to musical in the evening, with DJ sets on Wednesdays and Thursdays and live jazz, soul and world music concerts on Fridays and Saturdays.

On the plate

In the morning, enjoy a brunch-inspired breakfast served until noon. Let yourself be surprised by the signature “Œufs Mado”, fried eggs on brioche with ratatouille, rocket, Parmesan and seven-year-aged balsamic. At lunch, try the truffle or burrata pinsa romana, or the tuna tataki with avocado and broccoli. In the evening, surrender to the signature risotto or settle into aperitivo mode during the golden hour.

La Note Bleue – Larvotto Beach, Monte-Carlo, Av. Princesse Grace, 98000 Monaco

La Vigie Zanoni Monte-Carlo, the new Italian address

A first for chef Simone Zanoni, who is taking up his summer residence at the Monte-Carlo Beach. An address as fleeting as it is exceptional.

Since 12 June 2026, the tip of the Monte-Carlo Beach peninsula has taken on an Italian accent, courtesy of the celebrated chef Simone Zanoni. This spot, suspended between the pines and the sea, remains one of the Côte d’Azur’s best-kept secrets among those who truly know. This season, the chef presents a generous, sun-drenched Italian cuisine, celebrating seasonal produce, handmade pasta, grilled dishes and seafood. Getting there is part of the experience: on foot along a shaded pine path, or by water shuttle from Monaco’s port.

On the plate

Maestro Zanoni has crafted a number of signature dishes here, among them tuna crudo with strawberry, arancini, carbonara tortellini and three-ricotta ravioli. You can even enjoy wood-fired pizzas, including the Truffle and Ricotta.

At lunch, sharing dishes take centre stage, such as the figliata; in the evening, the atmosphere grows more refined, and guests are gently carried by soft Italian melodies.

La Vigie Zanoni Monte-Carlo – Avenue Princesse Grace, 06190 Roquebrune-Cap-Martin

La Môme Riviera, the festive one

It is on the private beach of the Maybourne Riviera, in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, that you will find yourself at table. An idyllic setting, a cove of crystalline waters, five-star service and an atmosphere that builds as the day unfolds, drawing the most discerning guests. A coveted address just steps from the Principality, accessible by reservation only. As evening falls, the beach takes on a festive spirit, with DJ sets alternating with live music nights.

On the plate

The talents of chefs Benjamin Zannier and Joen Blasco shine through in a naturally Mediterranean cuisine built around sharing and open-fire cooking. At lunch, the menu is light and ocean-forward: think red tuna tiradito with Baux-de-Provence oil and Amalfi lemon, or lobster tagliolini with Sauce Môme Riviera. Come evening, the family bouillabaisse becomes the star of the table.

La Môme Riviera – 42 Av. Winston Churchill, 06190 Roquebrune-Cap-Martin

La Réserve de la Mala, the icon of Cap d’Ail

This is without doubt the most iconic address in this selection. Nestled in a rugged cove at Cap d’Ail, reached by a long descent on foot or by water taxi from Monaco, it is the seasonal gathering place of those in the know, who come as much for the sheer beauty of the setting as for the cuisine of chef Frédéric Jean-George. Here, while superyachts anchor in the bay and the setting sun casts its singular light on the rocks, it becomes clear why this address, founded in 1961, remains one of the Côte d’Azur’s absolute references.

On the plate

The chef delivers a simple, sun-lit cuisine: burrata di Audia IGP, royal sea bream ceviche, gambero rosso carpaccio, grilled fish and langoustine pasta delight locals and summer visitors alike. The famous salt-crusted sea bass “Steph’s special” remains the star dish, one to savour before leaving with the taste of the Mediterranean and the memory of this idyllic place.

La Réserve de la Mala – Plage de la Mala, 06320 Cap-d’Ail

Nikki Beach Fairmont Monte Carlo, for a rooftop atmosphere

While its beach centres on a pool, Nikki Beach Fairmont Monte-Carlo, perched atop the Monegasque hotel, delivers an unmistakable beach club atmosphere and an exceptional view over the Mediterranean. The iconic festive spirit of Nikki Beach is here for both lunch and dinner. Beyond the Champagne and poolside cocktails, the pleasures are equally culinary.

On the plate

Executive Chef Alessandro Pizza takes diners on a world tour of flavours tailored to an international clientele, with Monegasque notes running throughout. Crying tiger beef fillet shares the menu with tuna tataki and grilled octopus, while Nikki Beach devotees will be delighted to find the Famous Chicken Satay back on the card.

Nikki Beach Fairmont Monte Carlo – Fairmont Monte Carlo, 12 Avenue des Spélugues, 98000 Monaco