| Le Louis XV |
$$$$$ | French |
Steered by Chef Alain Ducasse, a few words come to mind when
summing up this restaurant: classy, elegant and stylish, pure
delicacy is exercised in everything from the clean lines, crystal
chandeliers and fresh décor to the expertly prepared and
executed fine French cuisine. The dishes reflect local cuisine
using only the freshest produce. Jacket required and tie
recommended
. Open Thursday to Sunday for lunch and
dinner. Bookings essential.
Address: Place du Casino
Telephone: 9806 8864
Located in Monte Carlo's famous épingle de la Rascasse,
many of the city's rich and famous come here purely to be seen, but
for those who come here for the food - you can't go wrong. With a
distinctive design ethos, the bar and restaurant are both stylishly
and elegantly laid-out with clean lines and intricate lighting -
perfect for when the bar converts into a nightclub later on.
Specialising in fusion cuisine, diners will not be disappointed.
Try the signature Pacific black cod with miso sauce. Delicious!
Open daily for lunch and dinner. Reservations recommended.
Address: 17 av des Spélugues
Telephone: 9325 2030
| L'Horizon Deck, Restaurant & Champagne Bar |
$$$$$ | Mediterranean |
The views and cuisine at L'Horizon are simply stunning leaving
diners coming back time and time again. With a 360-degree view over
the Opera House, Prince's Palace and Casino against the Riviera,
what more could one ask for while dining out in Monte Carlo? Sample
delicious Mediterranean fare like Mediterranean fish soup, croutons
and saffron sauce, or the pan-fried sea bass and vegetables or Beef
fillet 'a la plancha'. Open March to November daily for breakfast,
lunch and dinner. Bookings essential.
Address: 12 av des Spélugues, Fairmont Monte Carlo
Telephone: 9350 6500
| Il Terrazzino |
$$$$$ | Italian |
Specialising in the culinary delights of Naples and southern
Italian fare, Il Terrazzino is a must for anyone who loves a little
Italian. The home-cooked food and cosy dining room, reminiscent of
a country deli will make you feel right at home. Try the Linguine
Marinara with capers, olives, marjoram, tomato sauce and anchovy,
or the veal friend with mozzarella, tomato sauce and basil. Open
Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. Bookings recommended.
Address: 2 rue des Iris
Telephone: 9350 2427
A friendly an unpretentious restaurant, Mozza serves excellent
Italian food that is consistently rated among the best in
Monte-Carlo. The separate lunch and dinner menus are short, but
memorable and very reasonably priced. Mozza takes full advantage of
its terrace on the Larvotto end of Monte Carlo to enjoy spectacular
views of the Thursday and Friday fireworks displays held in June
and July.
Address: 11 rue du Portier
Post code: 98000
E-mail: monaco@mozza.mc
Telephone: +377 97 77 03 04
| Restaurant Joël Robuchon Monte-Carlo |
$$$$$ | French |
Well-known French chef Joël Robuchon runs this elegant
restaurant in the Hotel Metropole. The modern French cuisine is
influenced by the Mediterranean setting and the menu changes
seasonally. For a cheaper option, the restaurant offers a
fixed-price lunch. Restaurant Joël Robuchon is small and seats
only 60 people at a time, so reservations are essential.
Address: Hotel Metropole, 4 avenue de la Madone
Post code: 98007
Telephone: +377 93 15 15 10
