Top 10 of the most beautiful seaside restaurants in Corsica New

Terrasse de restaurant sur le port d'Erbalunga ©atc Sylvain Alessandri Terrasse de restaurant sur le port d'Erbalunga ©atc Sylvain Alessandri
Corsica is renowned for its seaside restaurants, which combine panoramic views with authentic culinary experiences. From hidden coves to picturesque harbours, via Cap Corse and the Calanques de Piana, many restaurants across Corsica invite you on a unique culinary journey. Discover ten unmissable spots where you can savour local cuisine to your heart’s content, with your feet practically in the water.

1. L’Auberge du Chat qui Pêche, offering a magnificent view of the Gulf of San Fiurenzu (Saint-Florent)

Perched on a hillside in a former coaching inn, l’Auberge du Chat qui Pêche is a picturesque establishment located in Canari, on the west coast of Cap Corse. Its island atmosphere, combined with its peaceful natural setting, captivates travellers.

Sit on the terrace, in the shade of the trees, and admire the panoramic view over the Gulf of San Fiurenzu, the Agriates and Saleccia. This authentic spot showcases seafood. The lobster pasta and grilled swordfish are particularly popular with guests.

  • Lieudit Abro, 20217 Canari
  • 04 95 37 81 52
  • Open all year round

 

 

2. La Sassa, for its breathtaking views of Nonza’s black pebble beach

La Sassa © Armand Luciani La Sassa © Armand Luciani

Perched on a rocky outcrop on the western coast of Cap Corse, the restaurant La Sassa offers panoramic views of the wild black pebble beach at Nonza, the Paoline Tower and the Agriates. This natural rooftop setting promises a sensory and culinary experience in a relaxed lounge atmosphere, accompanied by jazz, Latin and Corsican music bands, as well as DJs.

At the table, tapas are shared in a friendly atmosphere. Artisanal ice creams quench your thirst, whilst freshly mixed cocktails are sipped in the shade of a vine arbour or against the backdrop of a beautiful sunset. As for the dishes, let yourself be tempted by a grilled sea bass fillet served with chimichurri sauce, or grilled rock octopus served with Iberian chorizo.

  • Tour de Nonza, 20217 Nonza
  • 04 95 38 55 26
  • Closed in winter

 

3. Le Pirate restaurant, where you can enjoy fine Corsican cuisine

 

Located in the picturesque village of Erbalunga, the welcoming restaurant Le Pirate serves up top-quality Mediterranean cuisine. This renowned restaurant in Cap Corse offers breathtaking views of the harbour. With its houses built right at water’s edge, the charm of the place is enhanced by a rocky promontory crowned by a Genoese tower.

Fish soup, suckling pig, veal, and barbecued fish: the dishes are emblematic of the island. A fine selection of Corsican wines is available to accompany your meal.

  • The harbour, 20222 Erbalunga
  • 04 95 33 24 20
  • Open from early April to mid-November

 

4. Le Café de la Plage, a cosy lounge bar where you can relax overlooking the sea

 

In a relaxed yet chic atmosphere, Le café de la plage awaits you about ten kilometres from the village of Piana, in southern Corsica. Set amidst unspoilt nature, overlooking the beautiful sandy beach of Arone, this restaurant is a real hub of activity. It welcomes you for breakfast with your feet in the sand, a cocktail or a coffee on a driftwood sofa, or dinner by candlelight… Crispy langoustine, roast lobster, bluefin tuna tartare, scallop skewers, wood-fired pizzas: in this idyllic setting, Mediterranean cuisine takes centre stage.

  • Arone Beach, 20115 Piana
  • 04 95 20 17 27
  • Open from April to the end of October

 

Beach of Arone ®atc S.ALESSANDRI Beach of Arone ®atc S.ALESSANDRI

5. At Vincent’s, with a view of Bastia’s old harbour

 

Among Bastia’s must-visit spots, Chez Vincent awaits you in the Citadel district. In this restaurant-pizzeria, the chef’s inventive cuisine is entirely homemade. It invites you to discover original dishes: the pepper mille-feuille and swordfish carpaccio, the butternut squash, chorizo and gorgonzola velouté, the ‘bandit’s burger’ with cheddar… Ideally situated overlooking the sea, treat yourself to a meal with a view of the Old Port.

  • 12 Rue Saint-Michel, 20200 Bastia
  • 04 95 31 62 50
  • Open all year round

 

View of the Citadel of Bastia ©atc Sylvain Alessandri View of the Citadel of Bastia ©atc Sylvain Alessandri

 6. Le Ranch'O Plage, for a delicious meal in the shade of the beach huts

 

Le Ranch’O Plage welcomes you all day long on Cala Rossa beach, in the Gulf of Portivechju (Porto-Vecchio). Whether you’re relaxing under a parasol or with your feet in the water, this Corsican restaurant serves up Mediterranean cuisine: catch of the day, grilled meats and wood-fired pizzas, Corsican specialities… Enjoy homemade ice cream or a cocktail, with or without alcohol, to cool off on the sun loungers or on the terrace, with nothing but the sea and absolute tranquillity on the horizon.

  • Grande Plage de Cala Rossa, 20137 Lecci
  • 04 95 71 62 67
  • Open from May to October

 

7. L’Arbousier, for those who enjoy fine dining

©L'Arbousier ©L'Arbousier

A gourmet restaurant near Aiacciu (Ajaccio), L’Arbousier offers refined dining by the water’s edge. Its Corsican-inspired Mediterranean cuisine showcases the finest seafood and other seasonal flavours. Pan-fried octopus with a duo of chickpeas, and langoustine or lobster (from their own tank) – either poached or grilled – take centre stage on the menu. On sunny days, enjoy the shaded terrace with views of the Gulf of the South Coast and the Sanguinaires archipelago.

  • 585 Bd Marie-Jeanne Bozzi, 20166 Grussettu è Prugna (Grosseto-Prugna)
  • 04 95 25 20 15
  • Open all year round

 

8. Chez Marco, for fish lovers

 

Chez Marco ©REMY CORTIN Chez Marco ©REMY CORTIN

Chez Marco is a must-visit for seafood lovers. Located on Tonnara Beach, this institution specialises in blue lobsters, royal lobsters, bouillabaisse and locally caught fish.

Founded in 1909 by Marco Albertini, this family-run restaurant serves traditional Mediterranean cuisine. The house speciality, ‘Zuppa del Pescatore’, simmers for several hours according to a closely guarded ancestral recipe.

  • Tonnara Beach, 20169 Bunifaziu (Bonifacio)
  • 04 95 73 02 24
  • Open from Easter to early October

 

 9. Da Rocca Steak House, a celebration of meat

 

Da Rocca Steak House aims to be trendy, innovative, welcoming and elegant. This Corsican restaurant, with sea views, specialises in grilled meats. The meat is carefully selected from grain-fed livestock to ensure a more authentic flavour. Enjoy its terrace overlooking the harbour for a traditional experience.

  • 75 Quai Jérôme Comparetti, 20169 Bunifaziu (Bonifacio)
  • 04 95 73 00 67
  • Closed in winter

 

10. Le Chalet les Roches Bleues, for its breathtaking view of the Piana calanques

©Les Roches Bleues ©Les Roches Bleues

 

The Calanques de Piana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are home to Les Roches Bleues , a small chalet nestled in the heart of the countryside. This exceptional spot is ideal for watching the sunset. Whilst the menu is simple, you can enjoy a glass of rosé or a platter of charcuterie whilst taking in the stunning spectacle of nature.

  • Les Calanches, 20115 Piana
  • 04 95 27 81 19
  • Open all year round

 

 

From Nonza to Bunifaziu (Bonifacio), via Bastia and Portivechju (Porto-Vecchio), these ten establishments embody the very essence of the Corsican way of life. Whether you’re looking for a refined dining experience, a relaxed moment with your feet in the sand, or simply a drink as the sun sets, Corsica offers a range of venues where culinary delights and beautiful landscapes come together in perfect harmony.

 

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