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Mediterranean Restaurants in Vence — 6 of Our Favourites

Find your perfect Vence restaurant, shortlisted by our local experts

There's a wide range of restaurants in Nice to suit all tastes, and budgets.

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A dining room with tables and chairs and a large window

1. La Table de Pierre Restaurant, St Paul de Vence

Location
Vence

La Table de Pierre offers refined, garden-led cuisine by Chef Emmanuel Lehrer in a romantic setting with views over the estate.

Tucked away in the heart of the Domaine du Mas de Pierre, La Table de Pierre blends gastronomic excellence with the soul of Provence. Chef Emmanuel Lehrer draws on the region’s rich seasonal produce – much of it grown in the estate’s own vegetable garden – to create elegant, flavourful dishes that celebrate nature’s rhythm.

The warm, contemporary dining room opens onto the gardens and features a show kitchen, inviting you to experience the artistry behind each plate. Rich hues of pink and violet set a refined, intimate mood – perfect for a special evening or a memorable culinary experience in the Provençal countryside.

Le Saint-Paul interior

2. Le Saint-Paul Restaurant, Saint Paul de Vence

Location
Vence

Laurent Paccini is the chef at this Relais & Châteaux hotel and brings the food of different cultures to his excellent Mediterranean restaurant in Saint-Paul de Vence.

The restaurant has three rooms with vaulted ceilings and trompe-l'oeil frescoes and they have a lovely terrace and flower garden protected by the ramparts.

Open every day from 12:00 to 14:00 & 19:30 to 22:00. Closed from November to March.

Bistrot Gourmand Clovis Restaurant, Tourrettes-sur-Loup style of cuisine

3. Bistrot Gourmand Clovis Restaurant, Tourrettes-sur-Loup

Location
Vence

This small gourmet restaurant is located in the heart of a beautiful medieval town. Using organic and local produce, chef Julien Bousseau creates incredible dishes combining traditional French ingredients with exotic touches, picked up during his trips.

Specialities include Provençal mushrooms stew with Piemont nuts and coffee, Braised beed with wild mushrooms and Poached spiced pear with chocolate mousse. Their carefully selected wine list mixes small and unknown vineyards with famous châteaus, all of exceptional quality.

Open from Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner.

Restaurant Alain Llorca, La Colle sur Loup restaurant terrasse

4. Alain Llorca Restaurant, La Colle sur Loup

Location
Vence

In a unique setting, Alain Llorca welcomes you and presents his contemporary Mediterranean cuisine with all his passion, his long experience and his know-how.

Alain Llorca will show you delightful meals, with a menu inspired by the seasons. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner.

Restaurant La Fontaine, Saint-Paul de Vence restaurant terrasse

5. Restaurant La Fontaine, Saint-Paul de Vence

Location
Vence

In a cosy and contemporary atmosphere with an unusual setting, between old stone and exposed beams, a young team offers a Southern cuisine brought up to date.

Depending on the season you are welcome on the unique and intimate terrace in the heart of the village. You will discover a breathtaking view of the famous fountain, listed as heritage buildings in France. The restaurant is open for lunch from 12:00 to 15:00, from 15:00 to 19:00-wine bar, cafe, tea room, snacks and from 19:00 to 22:00 for dinner.

Le Vieux Moulin, Saint-Paul de Vence restaurant terrasse

6. Le Vieux Moulin Restaurant, Saint-Paul de Vence

Location
Vence

Located in an old mill, carefully restored, the restaurant offers traditional cuisine, both simple and refined, with flavours, aromas and colours of southern French cuisine.

Open daily for lunch and dinner.