How about taking in the view from above? Every major city in France has its own gourmet restaurants with a view, perched high and far from the tarmac: ideal for strolling around, admiring the monuments, savouring a sunset with a cocktail in hand or dreaming in front of a horizon as far as the eye can see! Whether tree-lined, panoramic or intimate, each invites you to suspend time and savour the moment.
La Civelle: falling in love with the banks of the Loire in Nantes
If you're looking for peace and quiet, leave the hustle and bustle of Nantes city centre behind and head for this little haven of peace on the banks of the Loire, also accessible by Navibus! On sunny days, you can relax on the terrace in deckchairs, or sit down to a meal in the simply and charmingly decorated restaurant La civelle. The dishes are concocted on site using fresh produce from the Pays de la Loire region.
L'Arbre Blanc: combining architecture and delicious food in Montpellier
With its contemporary and revolutionary architecture, the building is part of the heritage of the Occitanie region. L'Arbre Blanc's roof terrace is on the seventeenth floor, overlooking the city of Montpellier. As well as dazzling views of the Cévennes National Park and the Pic Saint Loup, this fantastic spot is ideal for sharing generous brasserie cuisine. You'll be pleasantly surprised by the menu featuring local vineyards and homemade cocktails!
L'Archipel: combining sight and taste in Strasbourg
From breakfast to nightfall, this cosy, warm venue, inspired by modern art, boasts a breathtaking view over the heart of Strasbourg. The Massif des Vosges on the horizon, the Cathedral and the Parliament close by, a unique setting in which to enjoy one of the many cocktails on offer or a dish of the fine, tasty produce for which this establishment is renowned. Come to L'Archipel, you'll love it!
Monsieur Bleu: beautiful and delicious food in Paris
Without a doubt, Monsieur Bleu is one of the finest restaurants in Paris! Adjacent to the Palais de Tokyo, this Parisian institution with its 1930s architecture is a cosmopolitan setting where you can admire the bewitching Eiffel Tower just a stone's throw away. Just as much attention has been paid to the atmosphere and decor as to the food! The menu features top-of-the-range French cuisine, with dishes reminiscent of the old brasseries. It's impossible to remain indifferent in front of so many beautiful and good things.
Le Perruche: take a trip through a hanging garden
Suspended over the rooftops of Paris on the top floor of the Printemps Hausmann, the leafy rooftop restaurant Perruche is the perfect place to relax after wandering the streets of the capital. The Eiffel Tower in the distance livens up this refined and exotic place with its lively atmosphere. The Mediterranean decor is as colourful as the menu, which features delicious Provençal cuisine. Whether you're looking for lunch, dinner or just a drink, this is the place to be on holiday!
Le Terrass Hotel: let yourself be seduced by the food and the view in Montmartre
Right in the heart of Montmartre, the legendary Terrass'Hotel restaurant delights Parisians of all ages! It offers an incredible view of Paris's tallest buildings, with the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides and the Montparnasse Tower all in your sights. The decor is full of charm, and you can enjoy traditional French cuisine with a twist. You'll leave here with stars in your eyes!
Mama Shelter: contemplate and feast in Lille
Why not get up high and marvel at the flamboyant sunset over the rooftops of Lille! Just a stone's throw from the Grand'Place and the Opera, let yourself be carried away by the original world of this colourful design restaurant. In terms of cuisine, the Mama Shelter menu is as generous as the reputation of the people of Hauts-de-France! It's sure to be a colourful lunch or evening!
Ma biche sur le toit: seeing life in pink in Toulouse
Ideally located in the centre of Toulouse, no other address will offer you such an incredible panoramic view of the pink city! On the roof of Galeries Lafayette, from breakfast to nightfall, take the time to enjoy this friendly and trendy place. Ma biche sur le toit's modern, bistronomic cuisine is sure to satisfy both small and large appetites. A feast for the eyes and the taste buds!
Le Plongeoir: jump into the Mediterranean in Nice
If you're looking for a place to get away from it all, this breathtaking Niçoise address is for you. Perched high above the sea, between two rocks, Le Plongeoir's panoramic terrace is a must on the Côte d'Azur. Between the Château de l'Anglais on one side, the Baie des Anges and the Estérel on the other, the blue of the Mediterranean dominates the backdrop. An unusual and relaxed place to enjoy friendly seasonal cuisine or a cocktail at any time of day.
Péron: enjoy a daydream in Marseille
Along Marseille's emblematic corniche, in a soothing postcard setting where blue predominates, Péron is one of the most beautiful places in the city to enjoy Provençal cuisine. A menu of colourful, refined flavours, with fish as the star product. An exceptional place to marvel at the breathtaking sunset over the Frioul islands, the Château d'If and the entrance to the port. The breathtaking views and divine dishes will leave you wanting more!
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