Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera by Unknown

Author:Unknown
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Fodor's Travel
Published: 2020-05-12T00:00:00+00:00

L’Epuisette

$$$$ | SEAFOOD | Artfully set on a rocky, fingerlike jetty surrounded by the sea, this fine seafood restaurant offers gorgeous views of crashing surf on one side and the port of Vallon des Auffes on the other. Chef Guillaume Sourrieu has acquired a big reputation (and a Michelin star) for sophisticated cooking featuring the fresh catch of the day—Atlantic turbot in citrus rind with oxtail ravioli, and slow-cooked sea bass baked in a salt-butter crust and walnut oil are some top delights—matched with a superb wine list. Known for: stupendous seafood; lovely setting; fixed-price menus worth the high price. D Average main: €55 E 158 rue du Vallon des Auffes, Pharo P 04–91–52–17–82 w www.l-epuisette.com C Closed Sun. and Mon., and last 2 wks in Aug.

Le Capucin

$$ | FRENCH | Fresh from the kitchens of two-Michelin-star chef Lionel Levy, Sylvain Touati has swiftly shown what he can do given a kitchen of his own. The young chef’s menu of brasserie classics shines in dishes that are at once hearty and satisfying as well as innovative and sophisticated—not to mention utterly delicious. Known for: fearless innovation in dishes that feel like instant classics; French comfort food; excellent craft cocktails. D Average main: €19 E Mercure Hotel, 48 La Canebière, La Canebière P 04–65–58–56–93 w www.brasserielecapucin.com.

Le Restaurant Peron

$$$$ | SEAFOOD | The stylish modern dark-wood interior and large windows overlooking the sea here are magnets for hip young professionals. The staff is efficient, and meals are well presented and tasty. Known for: to-die-for views; reasonable prix-fixe menus; great spot to watch the sunset. D Average main: €40 E 56 Corniche J.-.F.- Kennedy, Endoume P 04–91–52–15–22 w www.restaurant-peron.com.

Les Arcenaulx

$$$ | FRENCH | At this book-lined, red-wall haven in the stylish book-and-boutique complex of a renovated arsenal, you can have a sophisticated regional lunch and read while you’re waiting. If you’ve had your fill of fish, indulge in the grilled filet of beef with fried artichokes and sweet onion. Known for: very good bouillabaisse; extensive wine list; nice setting in a lively square. D Average main: €26 E 25 cours d’Estienne d’Orves, Vieux Port P 04–91–59–80–30 w www.les-arcenaulx.com C Closed Sun. m Vieux Port.

Mina Kouk

$ | FRENCH | FAMILY | Armed with her Algerian grandma’s recipes and an artist’s spirit, Mina Kouk abandoned advanced studies in chemistry to try her hand at something closer to alchemy. Now the smell of mint tea and pastries warm from the oven mingle with the exotic spices of her couscous, spiced chicken tagine, and savory lentil soup that perfume the air at this cozy, bright salon de thé. Known for: heartfelt North African cooking including excellent pastries; perfect for families with picky eaters; early closing time of 7 pm. D Average main: €10 E 21 rue Fontage, Cours Julien P 04–91–53–54–55 w www.minakouk.com C Closed Sun. m Notre Dame du Mont.

Regards Café

$ | MODERN FRENCH | Close and yet so far from the hustle and bustle of the Vieux Port and MuCEM’s crowded cafés, this luminous dining

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