Welcome to the African Queen - Epicurean delights in the heart of the French Riviera

A renewed French culinary tradition

Born on the French Riviera, the African Queen restaurant is a legendary and iconic venue that needs no introduction. Under the guidance of Gilbert Vissian, the restaurant has become a reference point where celebrities, locals, and tourists gather throughout the year.

Today, African Queen is experiencing a new beginning thanks to three friends: Riccardo Giraudi, Philippe Schriqui, and Patrick Gioannini. African Queen was and remains one of those restaurants where friends gather to enjoy delicious Southern cuisine, facing the yachts of the port of Beaulieu-sur-Mer, all while celebrating life and epicureanism.

Born on the French Riviera, the African Queen restaurant is an iconic and mythical cult venue that, under Gilbert Vissian’s leadership, has become a landmark address for celebrities, locals and tourists alike.

Savour the Cuisine of the South Facing the Port of Beaulieu-sur-Mer

Explore Our Menu
A local & signature menu

The menu at African Queen is an ode to Mediterranean cuisine. Gourmets and regulars alike settle into an exotic and timeless setting to savor the signature dishes that have made African Queen famous – wood-fired truffle pizza, traditional Niçoise salad with tuna, grilled fish

– but also to indulge in new, fresh, and colorful recipes. These include a tarte tatin with confit tomatoes and Parmesan shortbread, succulent Wagyu beef, and warm shrimps with olive oil and Menton lemon.

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The architecture

A Mythical Place
on the French Riviera

The architectural revival of our sea-view restaurant has been entrusted to the architects Humbert & Poyet.
Extensive work has been undertaken over several months to modernize the premises and bring a new vision while preserving the spirit and history of this now iconic restaurant.

Ethnic touches have been added to the textiles, woven rattan chairs, emerald green ceramic tiles, and lighting fixtures. Discover it with your own eyes.