The Pearls of Monte-Carlo

This was my second visit here, after a great experience 3 years ago, and I'm happy that it hasn't changed. To start, make sure to make a reservation as seating is limited and fills up quickly. I had a reservation for 1 at 14:00 on a Monday, and there was only one more tables open when I arrived, which was quickly filled and I heard at least one party get turned away. The views are spectacular, though I've been fortunate to have great weather on both visits. The restaurant's goal seems to be to showcase their excellent fish without disguising the freshness and natural flavors. On this visit I ordered the "special" raw oysters and I was skeptical at first to pay €48 for a dozen... but I was happy I did. They were incredibly rich in flavor and the brine in the shells was all the sauce they needed. I was satisfied with 12, but I wouldn't have minded eating another order. I then had the grilled 3-piece large prawns. They were served with halved tails and lightly seasoned, and of course with the heads still attached, as they should be. The flesh was cooked perfectly and not overdone as many restaurants serve their prawns, and the vegetables on the side were a welcome complement to the prawns. The wine and drink list was sufficient for the menu, and service was adequate. And by "adequate", I mean that my waitress let me enjoy my meal and enjoy the views while getting me everything I needed... which is excellent service to me. Lunch shouldn't be rushed, and I appreciated the laid-back atmosphere.

This restaurant is simply fantastic. I just turned up 30 mins before they opened and every table had a reservation. But the owner was so friendly and it was just me and I managed to get a table before the next booking for that table which was lucky. It’s a great location just beside the sea. I had the oysters to start which were amazing. I had 6 medium and 6 small, great to have a choice. Then for main I had the scallops which was also fantastic. I was served by Barbara who was excellent. Always making sure I was looked after and very efficient. I would love to come back here again. Big thank you to Brice the owner and also Barbara. Compliments to the chef also. Tips for future travellers - book in advance to avoid disappointment as this place is perfect.

I made a lunch reservation to this restaurant as it had a unique story in Monaco. Founded by biologists that cultivate their own oysters, and love the marine environment. They did not disappoint in any way! Staff was friendly, knew the menu, and provided some great service. The oysters were wonderful and very healthy looking. I also ordered the grouper which was also plated nicely and had a delicious taste. Wine was on point to go with the meal as well. The tart, made in house, was sweet and fresh. The meal and experience was one of my top meals I have had of all time. This is a must dining experince!

nice outside seating area. delicious oysters. I was very impressed by the prawns as well. scallops were well cooked. fish rillettes was disappointing because it tasted like a tuna salad with canned tuna.

The freshest seafood we had the entire two weeks we were in France. Great atmosphere-casual and laid back, great setting-beautiful landscape and the palace in your view, and very attentive staff who work tremendously hard. We will definitely be back to Les Perles when we are in the south of France.

Beautiful location and food. Truly a pearl of Monaco and prices weren't ridiculous either. Very enjoyable, quiet and romantic evening.

Fabulous spot for seafood in Monaco. Started with doz oysters for EUR 34 then tuna and sea bass (sea bass little peppery for my taste). This is where the locals go. They culture their own oysters (you can see them!) and supply other restaurants with them as well. Service is attentive-European (they figured we were foreign) and just for lunch service. One drawback: tap waters was EUR 5 a bottle...you don't see that everywhere.

Lovely authentic Monaco restaurant, sea bass was excellent and setting was very chilled and felt removed from the craziness on the otherside of Monaco, highly recommended