La Merenda

La Merenda offers a small, no-frills menu, rarely renewed, but always faithful to the classics: pissaladière, daube, tripe à la niçoise, tourte de blettes, pasta au pistou, panisses. Each dish is carefully prepared in the strictest local tradition, without ever masking the flavor. The setting is cramped: tightly-packed tables, an open kitchen, a simple, warm atmosphere despite the narrowness of the space.

Voluntary absence of telephone and bank card

There are no telephone reservations here: bookings can only be made on site or via social networks. There are no credit card payments, only cash or cheques. This deliberate choice reinforces the authentic, uncompromising spirit of the house.

Atmosphere and service

The room is tiny and cosy, with a friendly atmosphere where the chef works on sight. Service is unobtrusive, direct and attentive. The atmosphere is warm and unpretentious. The place is better suited to tables of two than to larger groups.

Practical information

Address: 4 rue Raoul Bosio, 06300 Nice
Cuisine: traditional Niçoise, short slate, market produce
Special features: no telephone, no credit cards, on-site booking only.
Opening hours: open Tuesday to Friday for lunch (12:00-13:45) and dinner (19:00-21:00); closed on weekends and public holidays.

Why we love La Merenda

A cuisine deeply rooted in Nice tradition, prepared with conviction and precision
An intimate, almost family setting, where each dish is an invitation to rediscover local classics.
A passionate chef who puts his knowledge at the service of simplicity
A rare model of cooking without artifice, where the product comes first

NB: This mythical spot is popular with locals: it's best to arrive early and be patient to get a table.