J K
Google
Living on the French Riviera for two years has made me quite picky with beach clubs — but Casa Soleia honestly surprised me in the best way.
• The location is just stunning: nestled in beautiful Villefranche-sur-Mer, right by the water with a peaceful, postcard-perfect view of the bay. It feels exclusive but not pretentious — a perfect escape without going far.
• The design & atmosphere are exactly what I love: elegant but relaxed, with soft natural tones, comfortable seating, and music that’s just loud enough to set the mood without disturbing the moment. You don’t feel like you’re in a “scene,” but you still feel like you’re somewhere special.
• The staff were so warm and genuinely kind. I’ve read some reviews complaining about the service, but from my experience — it was the opposite. Everyone was smiling, attentive without being overbearing, and the energy felt light and welcoming. We even had a small issue with one dish — nothing major, but the restaurant handled it so gracefully, removing it from the bill right away without us saying a word. That kind of class is rare, and it made me trust the place even more.
• The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully plated. Everything we ordered tasted just as good as it looked.
• The cocktails were a real highlight — big glasses (thank you!), perfectly balanced, not watered down. You could tell they were made with care.
• Price-wise, it’s exactly what I’d expect from a beach restaurant of this level — but here, I actually felt the experience matched the price.
Honestly, I came in expecting “just another beach club,” but left feeling like I discovered a place I want to return to again and again — with friends, on dates, or even solo with a book and a spritz.