Hôtel La Pérouse Hotel
Boutique Cliffside Garden Pool
Hôtel La Pérouse
Vieux Nice / Castle Hill
$$$
Boutique hideaway built into the Castle Hill cliff with a rock-set pool
Nice
Best Waterfront Restaurants in Nice
Dining by the water is one of Nice's great pleasures. Our selection gathers the best waterfront tables for the view, the setting and the kitchen, from relaxed lunches to long evenings beside the water.
4
Curated venues
$$$ - $$$$
Price range
Cap de Nice / Mont Boron, Vieux Nice / Castle Hill, Carré d'Or
Top neighborhoods
Best Waterfront Restaurants in Nice: The best options include Hôtel La Pérouse in Vieux Nice / Castle Hill, Anantara Plaza Nice in Carré d'Or, La Réserve de Nice in Cap de Nice / Mont Boron. We've curated 4 venues across Nice's top neighborhoods based on quality, atmosphere, and guest reviews.
At a glance
| Venue | Neighborhood | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Hôtel La Pérouse | Vieux Nice / Castle Hill | $$$ |
| Anantara Plaza Nice | Carré d'Or | $$$$ |
| La Réserve de Nice | Cap de Nice / Mont Boron | $$$$ |
| Le Plongeoir | Cap de Nice / Mont Boron | $$$ |
Top 4 Picks
Anantara Plaza Nice Hotel
Belle Époque Rooftop Restored
Anantara Plaza Nice
Carré d'Or
$$$$
Restored belle-époque hotel with the SEEN rooftop over the bay
La Réserve de Nice Restaurant
Fine Dining Art Deco Seaside
La Réserve de Nice
Cap de Nice / Mont Boron
$$$$
Art-deco fine dining over the sea at the foot of Mont Boron
Le Plongeoir Restaurant
Iconic Setting Over Water Mediterranean
Le Plongeoir
Cap de Nice / Mont Boron
$$$
Mediterranean dining on a rock-pillar former diving platform
By Neighborhood
2
Cap de Nice / Mont Boron
1
Vieux Nice / Castle Hill
1
Carré d'Or
Frequently Asked Questions
Which venue is the top-rated pick?
Our top-rated choice is Hôtel La Pérouse in Vieux Nice / Castle Hill. Boutique hideaway built into the Castle Hill cliff with a rock-set pool
How many venues are on this list?
We've curated 4 venues across 3 Nice neighborhoods, with the highest concentration in Cap de Nice / Mont Boron.
What is the average price range?
Prices range from $$$ - $$$$, where $ is budget-friendly and $$$$ is premium fine dining. Most venues on this list fall in the $$$$ range.
Which neighborhoods are best for this?
The top neighborhoods are Cap de Nice / Mont Boron (2), Vieux Nice / Castle Hill (1), Carré d'Or (1). Each offers a distinct atmosphere and dining style.
Do I need reservations?
We recommend reservations for most venues on this list, especially on weekends. Popular spots like Hôtel La Pérouse can book up days in advance; for casual venues, weekday walk-ins are usually fine.