Monaco’s got fancy French fare down to a fine art. Along with all the classic favourites like meat-filled baguettes and coq au vin, you’ll find cutting-edge dishes testing the boundaries of modern cuisine, and menus filled with flavoursome dishes from the other side of the world. It’s typically glitz and glam but keep your eyes peeled for those red-checked tablecloth restaurants that go beyond aesthetic.

Horizon Rooftop

This rooftop restaurant is a treat for all the senses, with sweeping sea views and a Mediterranean menu. It’s located in the Fairmont Hotel in central Monte Carlo, so a reservation is a must. Slurp spaghetti with cockles, nibble slices of truffle pizza or tuck into a gorgeous plate of caramelised sea bass filet with juicy melon, tomatoes and basil. Hungry yet?

La Salière

If you want a break from boulangeries and bistros, make a beeline for La Salière for some Italian cuisine. This cosy restaurant brings the best of Italy to its table with pizza and pasta galore. Grab a bottle of wine and tuck into platters of antipasti and seafood spaghetti. Why not go the whole hog and finish with a creamy tiramisu? Then go for an after-dinner stroll around Fontvielle Port which is just a few steps away.

Le Louis XV - Alain Ducasse à l'Hôtel de Paris

Get ready to savour Michelin greatness! Possibly the most prestigious restaurant in the area and boasting three Michelin stars, Le Louis XV - Alain Ducasse à l'Hôtel de Paris offers a menu like no other. Despite its higher price tag, it provides a unique culinary experience inspired by the products and colours of the French Riviera. Inside, gold frescoes adorn the ceiling and grand chandeliers glitter as the sunlight streams through the windows.

Buddha-Bar Monte-Carlo

East meets west in this glamourous spot in the heart of Monte Carlo. Inside, a giant buddha watches over a plush lounge, and two open-air terraces provide the perfect setting for a sun-kissed summer in southern France. When it comes to the menu, Chinese, Thai and Japanese flavours collide in dishes like Tom Yum spicy sautéed shrimp and wagyu steak.

Le Petit Bar

French classics like moules and frog's legs are staples on Le Petit Bar’s quintessentially French menu. They pride themselves on real homemade French food, so if you’re after something super authentic, this is the place. It’s tucked down a backstreet in Monaco’s Old Town, which only seems to add to its authenticity.

Beefbar

The name’s a giveaway at this meaty joint, which is known for its carnivorous dinners. Glass cabinets showcase the maturing meat, which hails from all over the globe. We’re talking the USA, Argentina, Australia and even Japan. Aside from the brilliant beef, this chic spot also offers an array of fish, street food and salads too.