In this article, you’ll find our reviews of what we think are the best restaurants to eat at in Ajaccio.
Discover the local gastronomy in this emblematic town of Corse-du-Sud. You’ll be able to choose from a wide range of fine restaurants featuring local cuisine. The warm welcome and friendliness of Corsican restaurateurs will make your experience unique!
In our opinion, culinary discovery is an integral part of travel, so take the opportunity to awaken your taste buds!
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Best restaurants in Ajaccio: our 3 favorites
Exploring Ajaccio also means dining at one of its restaurants, nestled on the corner of a colorful alleyway or on the waterfront. Before discovering our detailed opinions on each of the selected establishments, here are our 3 favorite addresses:
- Restaurant Le Petit Restaurant: located 2 steps from the port, come and enjoy fresh local produce cooked with great finesse in an intimate setting.
- Restaurant A Terrazza (Hôtel Les Mouettes): enjoy an exceptional panoramic view of Ajaccio Bay while discovering Corsican flavors.
- Restaurant A Nepita: with a menu inspired by the market and the seasons, you’re in for a treat. When the weather’s fine, don’t hesitate to sit out on the outdoor terrace overlooking colorful San Lazaro Street!
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Best bistronomic restaurants in Ajaccio
1. Restaurant Le Petit Restaurant
On the corner of a cobbled street in the old town (and just a few meters from the port), we came across this restaurant with its friendly, intimate atmosphere. In addition to a pleasant terrace, we discovered an elegantly decorated interior, with magnificent stone walls, enhanced by a few contemporary touches.
What’s on the menu? A cuisine that favors short circuits and highlights local producers. We were seduced by the fine, tasty dishes prepared by chef and owner Vincent Boucher. Chef at the Champs Élysée Plaza in a previous life, he now aspires to a more peaceful life on the Isle of Beauty. From appetizer to dessert, we were delighted! The quantities were just right.
Here you can dine à la carte, or try out a menu: the 6-course Équinoxe Menu at €100, the 8-course Solstice Menu at €120, the 7-course Route des Sens Menu at €90, and the L’Éveil des Sens Menu at €60. For oenophiles, the wine list is also quite extensive.
Practical information:
- District: Port de Plaisance Tino Rossi.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €30 and €150 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations recommended here.
2. Restaurant A Terrazza (Hôtel Les Mouettes)
For a meal with your feet in the water, we warmly recommend dining at Restaurant A Terrazza, part of Hôtel Les Mouettes. Only open between 7.30pm and 9.30pm, you can still enjoy its cousin, Restaurant A Terrazzina, between 12pm and 2.30pm. The lunch menu is lighter than the evening menu, and prices are less expensive.
Beyond the restaurant’s exceptional setting, we ate very well. The beauty of the landscape was enhanced by the quality of the food. We really liked this mix of land and sea. Chef Alessandro Capone transported us with his fresh Mediterranean cuisine. His Corso Italian origins added a touch of originality to his menu, which blended tradition and generosity. The sea view from our table was breathtaking.
You can extend the experience by staying one or more nights at Hôtel Les Mouettes in Ajaccio – see prices, availability and bookings.
Practical information:
- Neighborhood: Trottel Beach, 10min drive from downtown.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €50 and €150 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations recommended by phone 04 95 50 40 30.
Read our article on Hôtel Les Mouettes in Ajaccio.
WHERE TO STAY IN Ajaccio
In the city center:
Hotel San Carlu and its panoramic view – see photos and availability
On the western seafront:
Hôtel Les Mouettes and its very pleasant terrace – see photos and availability
Marina side:
Best Western Amirauté Hotel, very practical – see photos and availability
In Porticcio:
Suite Home Hotel near the beach – see photos and availability
See our list of the 12 best hotels in Ajaccio, with our reviews
3. Restaurant L’Écrin
Located close to the Place d’Austerlitz and its famous statue of Napoleon, we discovered Restaurant L’Écrin. It’s a 15-minute walk from downtown Ajaccio. Refinement is the watchword here. We were won over by the attention to detail and the finesse of the homemade cuisine. Fish, meat, vegetables and fruit are transformed into tasty dishes!
The restaurant offers 3 menus that are renewed every month, as well as à la carte dishes. So, are you tempted by a bouillabaisse made from the catch of the day, with baby vegetables and a black garlic aïoli sauce? The chef can also accommodate vegetarian options.
Practical information:
- District: Place d’Austerlitz.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €50 and €90 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations recommended here.
4. Restaurant A Nepita
From Port Tino Rossi, it’s about a 12-minute walk to this excellent restaurant. We were initially charmed by the restaurant’s setting. Tucked away in a sun-kissed alleyway, we instantly felt relaxed and cheerful. With this fine weather, we didn’t hesitate for a second to settle in on the outdoor terrace.
Chef Simon Andrews’ cuisine transported us into a world of tastes and flavors. From starter to dessert, we were delighted with the fresh, simple dishes, masterfully executed. We particularly enjoyed the fish panache and lobster ravioli (depending on the catch of the day)! To round off our meal, we indulged in a little (big) treat: sniker with homemade peanut cream!
Practical information:
- District: Place Abbatucci.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €40 and €90 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations recommended here.
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Healthy restaurants in Ajaccio
5. Restaurant Marinette (old town)
Just a few meters from the Ajaccio Citadel nestles Restaurant Marinette. This human-scale establishment focuses on the quality and freshness of its products. The cuisine is refined and tasty. You’ll enjoy dishes based on fresh fish and shellfish: tuna, st. Pierre, prawns or lobster, as well as meats: veal, pork, tartare. The quantities are just right and the cooking is light. Can you resist a little homemade dessert?
Practical information:
- District: Citadelle d’Ajaccio.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: less than 25 covers.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €40 and €70 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations recommended on 04 95 73 49 91.
6. Restaurant Bistro Canaille (next to Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral)
Located on an elevated terrace next to the cathedral, you won’t want to miss the Restaurant Bistro Canaille! Take advantage of your visit to the area to enjoy a drink or a light, healthy meal overlooking the bay of Ajaccio. The à la carte menu is constantly updated to reflect the seasons. Eggplant or duck breast salad, tartar of sea bream, sea bass or swordfish (depending on the catch of the day), chicken and vegetable sandwiches, tuna tagliatelle, a list of homemade dishes that evolves day by day using fresh produce!
Practical information:
- District: Ajaccio Cathedral.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €20 and €30 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations recommended on 06 73 29 39 95.
7. Restaurant Dolce Vita (the table at the Hotel Dolce Vita)
To reach Restaurant Dolce Vita, take the car and drive along the coast for 15 minutes towards Pointe de la Parata. Set in the grounds of a 4-star hotel, it boasts a magnificent terrace with a breathtaking view of the Îles Sanguinaires. In fact, it’s included in our article on hotels by the sea, as well as in our selection of the best luxury establishments in Ajaccio. We highly recommend you try this exceptional restaurant, which offers refined cuisine based on Corsican products.
You can extend the experience by staying one or more nights at the Hôtel Dolce Vita in Ajaccio – see prices, availability and bookings.
Practical information:
- Neighborhood: Sacred Earth Beach.
- Restaurant type: gourmet.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €40 and €100 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations recommended on 04 95 52 42 42.
Our article on the Hotel Dolce Vita in Ajaccio will be available soon.
Best Corsican restaurants to eat out with your children in Ajaccio
8. Restaurant A Cantina Di Ghjulia (old town)
While visiting Ajaccio’s Cathedral district, take the opportunity to dine at the A Cantina Di Ghjulia restaurant with your little ones! As its typically Corsican name suggests, you’ll be able to enjoy generous, family-style cuisine in the colors of the island of beauty. Regional products are given pride of place in this establishment where you’ll feel right at home!
Practical information:
- District: Ajaccio Cathedral.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €25 and €60 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations recommended on 09 83 93 12 59.
9. Restaurant A Merendella Citadina (old town)
If you’re looking for a typically Corsican address where you can dine with your little ones in a friendly atmosphere, head for Restaurant A Merendella Citadina! Located in the heart of the old town, this establishment offers dishes featuring regional products in a warm and welcoming setting. Dressing is meticulous, and the food is generous (in the image of Corsica). The children’s menu, priced at €10, is a big hit with families!
Practical information:
- Neighborhood: old town.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €20 and €50 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations recommended here.
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Best seafood restaurants in Ajaccio
10. Restaurant Le Saint Pierre
In this establishment, where the star is the St Pierre, you can enjoy delicious freshly caught fish cooked with care. Tucked away between 2 colorful streets in the old town, you can sit back and enjoy the picturesque setting on the terrace. The menu on the slate made our mouths water: filet de saint-pierre, fish burger, scallops, grilled prawns and other shellfish. And don’t forget to visit the market just a few metres from the restaurant!
Practical information:
- District: Marché d’Ajaccio.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €30 and €60 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations recommended on 06 03 70 51 50.
11. Restaurant Le Week-End (the table at Hôtel le Week-End)
Part of Hôtel le Week-End, this restaurant boasts a huge sea-view terrace. It is also included in our article on the best hotels in Ajaccio. The establishment opens for lunch between midday and 2.30pm, and for dinner between 8pm and 10.30pm. As well as the incredible scenery you’ll be able to contemplate at your leisure, you’re in for a real treat! Chef Gilles Billaud invites you on a gastronomic voyage of authentic, sober cuisine. Choose from a variety of dishes featuring freshly caught fish and shellfish!
You can extend the experience by staying one or more nights at Hôtel Le Week-End in Ajaccio – see prices, availability and bookings.
Practical information:
- Neighborhood: Sacred Earth Beach.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €30 and €70 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations recommended on 04 95 52 01 39.
Our article on Hôtel Le Week-End in Ajaccio will be available soon.
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12. Restaurant Le Poséidon (on a boat in Port Tino Rossi)
Do you like original culinary experiences? Meet us at Restaurant Le Poséidon on a fishing boat! You’ll eat directly in the Port of Ajaccio on the ship’s deck. The menu showcases seafood: homemade fish soup, marinated octopus, tuna steak and grilled lobster. We advise you to reserve your table in advance, as places are limited.
Practical information:
- Neighborhood: Port Tino Rossi.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: less than 25 covers.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €30 and €50 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations recommended on 06 21 01 56 40.
Best restaurants in Ajaccio’s old town
13. Restaurant Le Don Quichotte
Tucked away in an alleyway in Ajaccio’s old town, we discovered Restaurant Le Don Quichotte. In this timeless place with a very traditional interior decoration, you’ll enjoy home-cooked cuisine based on fresh Corsican produce. The menu is limited to seasonal dishes. Between the famous bouillabaisse, stuffed squid, cuttlefish stew with penne, baked sea bream and other gourmet delights, you’re sure to have a great time!
Practical information:
- District: Marché d’Ajaccio.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €30 and €60 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations recommended on 04 95 21 27 30.
14. Restaurant Le Roi de Rome
Located just around the corner from the Maison Bonaparte, Restaurant Le Roi de Rome offers generous, high-quality traditional Corsican cuisine. The dishes are hearty and delicious. The staff will be happy to advise you on your choice of wine. The establishment offers a menu for its “little kings” at a price of €11, which is sure to please your children. Its warm, friendly atmosphere and strategic location in the old town make it a must-visit address in Ajaccio!
Practical information:
- Neighborhood: old town.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €30 and €50 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations recommended on 04 95 23 84 38.
15. Restaurant Brasserie Prova
Opposite the Restaurant Brasserie Prova stands the Marché d’Ajaccio. Located right in the heart of the old town, we had a lovely time here. The interior design was very elegant and totally convinced us. The many plants gave life and cheerfulness to the place. We also really appreciated the outdoor terrace, ideal for balmy summer evenings.
If you’re feeling a bit peckish, you can opt for our sharing dishes, which feature local producers. Between the assortment of Corsican cheeses, the 36-month matured PDO ham, and the “bandit bread” with fig jam, it’s the perfect starter. The restaurant serves generous, hearty cuisine. Meat lovers will be delighted. What’s your choice between black angus flank steak, duck breast and prime rib?
Practical information:
- District: Marché d’Ajaccio.
- Restaurant type: bistronomic.
- Capacity: more than 25 place settings.
- Terrace: yes.
- Price range: between €30 and €50 per person.
- Corsican specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations recommended on 04 95 22 05 28.
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Restaurants with the best wine lists
Restaurant Bar à Vin 1755
Located in one of Ajaccio’s liveliest streets, it’s the ideal place to enjoy a pleasant summer evening. Enjoy sumptuous wines from France – and Corsica, of course – while sitting at one of the high-top barrels on the terrace. Don’t hesitate to ask the bar staff for advice, as they’ll be able to guide you in your choice. If you’re feeling peckish, opt for a platter of tapas, charcuterie and/or Corsican cheeses!
Restaurant Le Bistrot Gourmand (next to Plage Trottel)
Just 2 steps from Trottel Beach lies Restaurant Le Bistrot Gourmand. In addition to superb cuisine, you can enjoy excellent Corsican wines. The staff will give you good advice, and guide you through a wine list that celebrates local products!
