Our Story | Les Vieux Mediterranean Tapas

Our Philosophy

Mediterranean Flavours, Relaxed Dining

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Welcome to Les Vieux. Located in the heart of Nice, we bring together Mediterranean flavours, fresh ingredients and a relaxed dining experience.

Whether you're enjoying tapas, sharing wine with friends, or celebrating a special evening, our team is ready to welcome you with warmth and generosity.

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Chef adding final details to a Mediterranean plate

Est.2004Made with love

What Guides Us

Our Philosophy

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Fresh & Local

We work with trusted local growers and coastal fishermen who care as deeply as we do.

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Share The Table

Small plates are meant to be passed around — sharing brings warmth, conversation and connection.

03 ♜

Make Guests Feel Seen

Impeccable, effortless hospitality so every table feels warmly and personally welcomed.

Mission

Serve Mediterranean food that feels vibrant, generous and unmistakably human.

Every element at Les Vieux is designed to bring warmth, freshness and thoughtful hospitality to the table.

Seasonal sourcing from trusted local growers and fishermen.
Thoughtful hospitality with attentive, effortless service.
Memorable evenings curated for every celebration.

Vision

Build a destination for relaxed, flavourful Mediterranean evenings.

Les Vieux aspires to be the tapas bar guests choose for exceptional sharing plates, curated wines and warm ambience.

Bold flavour

Fresh, seasonal ingredients come together in dishes that are simple yet full of character.

Warm hospitality

Service is welcoming and personal, always centered around making guests feel at home.

The Journey

From A Small Terrace
To A Nice Institution

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2004

The First Table

Les Vieux opens its doors on Rue Sainte-Claire with a cosy terrace and a simple tapas menu.

2012

A Local Favourite

Our sharing plates earn a loyal following among Nice locals and visitors alike.

Today

Still Evolving

We continue to celebrate the Mediterranean — while holding on to the warmth that started it all.

Our Kitchen

Meet The Team Shaping Every Plate

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Executive Chef

Luc Morel

Leading flavour, freshness and Mediterranean soul with precision and warmth.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ · 20 years of culinary mastery

Sous Chef

Claire Martin

Crafts fresh seafood dishes and desserts that balance boldness with graceful detail.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ · Seafood specialist

Restaurant Manager

Antoine Roux

Ensures service feels effortless and warm, from first greeting to final farewell.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ · Guest experience expert

Customer Experience

Warm Hospitality
In Every Moment

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From arrival to the final course, our goal is to make each visit feel relaxed, warm and unforgettable.

Curated service: attentive, gracious and always personal.
Celebration ready: tailored menus and terrace seating for special occasions.
Detail-driven: carefully considered lighting, plating and ambience.

Welcome To Les Vieux

Mediterranean Flavours, Relaxed Dining