Le Restaurant des Rois - La Réserve de Beaulieu

Dating back to 1880 and later extended in a Renaissance Florentine style, this is one of the most opulent luxury hotels on the French Riviera. Since 1900 it has been playing host to monarchs and Hollywood stars, from Rita Hayworth to Frank Sinatra. Dining on the terrace facing the Mediterranean is a magical experience. At the helm is chef Julien Roucheteau, straight from Paris (Table du Lancaster, Scène Thélème). He remains loyal to the establishment's heritage, but adds his signature graphic presentations to dishes characterised by consummate craftsmanship. Each has its own specific theme: fresh, invigorating, luscious, unctuous.

What stands out

• A Belle Époque Riviera landmark: A grand hotel dining room with terrace service facing the Mediterranean, trading on a century-plus of glamour.
• Julien Roucheteau at the helm: A Paris-trained chef with a meticulous, graphic plating style, now cooking in a sunlit, sea-facing room.
• Dinner-only rhythm: A tight nightly service window that keeps the experience formal and focused.

Practicalities

• Dinner hours: 19:30 to 21:30.
• Dress code: Smart-casual, no shorts or flip-flops for gentlemen.
• Seasonal closure: Restaurant closes 19 October 2025, hotel reopens 27 March 2026.

Signature Ingredients

• Citrus: Used as a bright, Riviera counterpoint across the chef’s seasonings.
• Homemade vinegars: A recurring seasoning tool for lift and structure.
• Grilled notes: Part of the kitchen’s flavour toolkit, used to deepen Mediterranean ingredients.
• Local fish and shellfish: Anchored in suppliers along the coast.
• Riviera produce: Season-led vegetables and herbs built around regional sourcing.