Alain Ducasse needs no introduction, as his multi-Michelin-starred empire of restaurants has maintained his status as one of the world’s most celebrated and respected chefs.
The 62-year-old first trained with icons including Michel Guérard, Gaston Lenôtre, Alain Chapel and Roger Vergé. In 2005, Ducasse became the first chef to have three restaurants awarded with 3 Michelin stars at the same time, and today his restaurants span the globe in destinations including France, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, the US, UK and UAE.
A naturalised citizen of Monaco since 2008, here he reveals his go-to spots in the principality with no shortage of brilliant places to eat. So, let's discover the best places to eat in Monaco following monsieur Ducasse's own tips.
Casa del Caffè
"I often start my morning with a coffee at a local café near my home, Casa del Caffè."
Casa del Caffè
25 Avenue de la Costa,
MC 98000 , Monaco
00377 93 25 52 03
Marché De La Condamine
"This market was refurbished a few years ago, creating spaces with tables where people can eat or drink what they buy from the stalls. I’d choose a glass of wine from Le Comptoir du Marché, some Barbajuans (a classic Monaco snack of swiss chard and ricotta fritters) from A Roca and a pasta dish from La Maison des Pâtes.
The Condamine Market is very much a favourite in the heart of locals. An historical spot, it’s composed of a food hall, open-air market and arcades that welcome greengrocers, bakers, fishmongers and other artisans offering the best colours and flavours of the Mediterranean. The place has now been rethought as a lifestyle hub with brasseries, wine bars and places showcasing off Monégasque specialties. It is a true local market, a Provençal village a stone’s throw from the port."
Market opening times Monday to Sunday – 7.00am – 3.00pm
Food Hall opening times Tuesday to Saturday 6.00pm – 9.30pm
Marché De la Condamine
Place d’Armes,
MC 98000, Monaco