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What to Eat in Cannes
As a coastal town, Cannes boasts fantastic seafood. A classic Cannes dish combines the freshest seafood with vegetables from the south, all bathed in olive oil. The city counts more than 380 restaurants, ranging from hot spots for the rich and famous to brasseries and restaurants serving simpler Provençal cuisine. You'll find them in the city center, along Rue d'Antibes, La Croisette and the old town.
Located in Hôtel Martinez on the Bay of Cannes, La Palme d'Or is a great spot for a special occasion or simply a delicious meal thanks to its location overlooking La Croisette. The restaurant's Michelin-starred chef is known for serving dinner to the jury of the Cannes Film Festival, so you're likely in for a treat. Chef Christian Sinicropi is known for his innovative cuisine with options on the menu like a lamb shoulder tart and local purple asparagus. It also caters to the needs of its Hollywood clientele with vegetarian and vegan menus.
With cuisine inspired by the Mediterranean and Provence, La Môme, located in the Golden Square of Cannes, is best known for dishes like artichoke salad, braised octopus, Vitello Tonnato and ravioli stuffed with egg yolk.
For a slightly more relaxed outing, consider L'Affable Restaurant, a brasserie from Jean-Paul Battaglia just off of the Rue d'Antibes. For about 50 euros (approximately $55), choose from a menu of one appetizer, one main dish (like duck breast or candied lamb), and a dessert. The traveler-approved Bistrot Gourmand offers a similar three-course lunch for less than 30 euros (around $33). If your budget doesn't allow for Michelin-starred meals, consider dining around the Rue Commandant André, which is home to more affordable eateries like Bobo Bistro.
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- #1Le Speakeasy Cannes#1 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (73)$$ | Italian, French, International, Mediterranean, Fusion22 rue Latour-Maubourg, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #2Le Bo Bar#2 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (195)$ - $$ | French, International, European, Gastropub, Dining bars, Healthy10 rue Helene Vagliano, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #3Lucky You Beef & Seafood#3 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (382)$$ | Italian, French, Steakhouse, Mediterranean, Barbecue, European5 rue du Docteur Pierre Gazagnaire, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #4Uva#4 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (296)$ - $$ | European, French, Mediterranean, Gastropub13 boulevard de la Republique, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #5Gusti Italiani#5 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (190)$ | Italian, Mediterranean, Northern-Italian, Central-Italian, Southern-Italian3 boulevard Carnot, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #6Le Pompon#6 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (274)$ - $$ | French, Mediterranean, Contemporary, Gastropub4 rue Emile Negrin, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #7Le Troquet a Soupes#7 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (532)$ | French, Mediterranean, European, Healthy, Soups64 rue Meynadier, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #8Cheer Mamma#8 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (244)$ - $$ | Italian, Pizza, Cafe, European, Wine Bar, Mediterranean, Ligurian, Northern-Italian11 quai Saint Pierre, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #9Noisette#9 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (936)$ - $$ | Italian, Romana, Lazio, Ligurian, Northern-Italian, Central-Italian6 rue Tony Allard, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #10Le Hit#10 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (351)$ - $$ | French, Mediterranean, European12 rue du 24 Aout, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #11La Table du Chef#11 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (602)$$ | French, European5 rue Jean Daumas, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #12La brouette de Grand-Mere#12 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (1128)$ - $$ | French, European, Healthy9 B rue d Oran, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #13L'eponyme d'Eric#13 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (984)$ - $$ | French, Mediterranean, Healthy4 rue de Bone, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #14Grill & Wines#14 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (1171)$ - $$ | Wine Bar, French, Mediterranean, European, Grill, Healthy5 rue Notre Dame 100 mètres du Palais du Festival, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #15Le Salon Des Independants#15 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (1115)$ - $$ | French, Mediterranean11 rue Louis Perrissol, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #16Glacier Niva - Maitre Glacier Italien#16 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (394)$ - $$ | Italian75 rue Felix Faure, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #17L'Epicurieux#17 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (788)$ - $$ | French, Mediterranean, European, Wine Bar6 rue des Freres Casanova, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #18Le Bistrot Gourmand#18 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (695)$ - $$ | French, Mediterranean, European10 rue du Docteur Pierre Gazagnaire Marche Forville, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #19La Meissouniere#19 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (679)$ - $$ | French, Mediterranean, European15 rue du 24 Aout, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More » - #20Tredici#20 of 788 Places to Eat in Cannes
Tripadvisor (556)$ - $$ | Italian, French, Pizza, Mediterranean, European13 rue Louis Perrissol, 06400 Cannes FranceRead More »
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