Nice Vegan – A Vegan Perspective on Nice
Nice combines Mediterranean light, the glittering Côte d’Azur and a surprisingly lively vegan scene. In the lanes of the old town (Vieux Nice), along the Promenade des Anglais, and around Place Garibaldi, you’ll find everything from fully vegan fine dining to a vegan hot dog. This guide shows you the best vegan addresses in Nice, where to stay vegan-friendly, and how to enjoy the pearl of the Riviera at ease.
🗺️ Vegan Locations in Nice at a Glance
● 1 = vegan-friendly hotel, ● 2–9 = vegan restaurants, cafés & snack spots. Tap a name to open the location in Google Maps:
- Hotel Florence Nice – Vegan-friendly hotel, central near the sea & old town
- Racines – Michelin star for vegan fine dining, France’s only starred vegan restaurant
- Not Dog – Fully vegan hot dogs, burgers & shakes (edge of the old town)
- Oliviera – Mediterranean cuisine in the historic Vieux Nice
- Paper Plane – Plant-based, creative menu near the beach
- Utopia – Restaurant-pizzeria-café near Place Garibaldi
- Mange Voyage – Vegan, gluten-free café & yoga meeting spot
- Amour Patisserie Végétale – Fully plant-based patisserie
- Le Country Store – Coffeehouse with vegan cakes near Place Masséna
Vegan Hotels in Nice
If you eat vegan, it’s a relief to stay somewhere that thinks ahead. In Nice, the Hotel Florence Nice is a good choice: centrally located, just steps from the sea and the old town, with attentiveness to plant-based requests. Best to mention your vegan diet already at booking, so the kitchen can plan ahead.
You’ll find more vegan-friendly properties along the Côte d’Azur in our overview of vegan hotels in France. Compare availability & prices for Nice →
Vegan & Vegan-Friendly Restaurants in Nice
Fully Vegan
Racines is the sensation of the city: chef Bruno Cirino earned a Michelin star here for vegan fine dining cuisine – France’s only starred fully vegan restaurant. An experience for special occasions (reservations essential). More down-to-earth, but just as beloved: Not Dog at the edge of the old town, with fully vegan hot dogs, burgers, shakes and a sunny terrace.
Vegan-Friendly & Mediterranean
- Oliviera (Vieux Nice) – charming spot in the historic quarter with Mediterranean cuisine and a deep love of regional olive oil.
- Paper Plane – just minutes from the beach, with an almost entirely plant-based, creative menu.
- Utopia (near Place Garibaldi) – restaurant-pizzeria-café blending Italian tradition with vegan cooking and gluten-free options.
- Mange Voyage – vegan, gluten-free café and wellness meeting spot with yoga and cooking classes.
Cafés, Sweets & Bakeries
- Amour Patisserie Végétale – tiny, fully plant-based, gluten-free and organic-certified pâtisserie. Perfect for a sweet break.
- Le Country Store (near Place Masséna) – cosy coffeehouse with homemade scones, vegan cakes and specialty coffee from local organic ingredients.
Vegan Snacks on the Go
Nice’s most famous street food is naturally vegan: socca, a thin, crispy flatbread made from chickpea flour, olive oil and salt – fresh off the griddle at old-town stalls and the Cours Saleya market. Pair it with ratatouille and fresh market produce from Cours Saleya. Careful with pan-bagnat and pissaladière though – these are usually not vegan.
Getting There, Tours & Experiences
Travel sustainably: Nice is well connected from Central Europe by night train and TGV; the Nice-Ville station is centrally located. Check train connections & prices →
Discover the Côte d’Azur: a day trip to the hilltop village of Èze, and to Monaco and Monte-Carlo, belongs on every Nice visit. Book a Riviera tour from Nice →
More to experience: from old-town walking tours to boat trips – find all experiences here for Nice.
Book a table: popular spots like Racines fill up fast – reservations are worthwhile. Reserve restaurants in Nice →
Practical Tips for Vegan Travelers in Nice
- Best location: stay in or near Vieux Nice – from there you can walk to the old town, market and promenade.
- Best time to visit: spring and early autumn are ideal: mild, sunny and less crowded than peak summer.
- Getting around: the modern tram gets you from the station to the sea affordably; much is also comfortably walkable.
- Market tip: the Cours Saleya (a flower and vegetable market in the mornings) is a must – ideal for fresh vegan snacks.
Frequently Asked Questions: Vegan in Nice
Is Nice vegan-friendly?
Very. Nice is even home to France’s only vegan starred restaurant, Racines, plus numerous fully vegan and vegan-friendly spots, a vegan pâtisserie, and socca, a naturally vegan street food classic.
What’s the best vegan restaurant in Nice?
For fine dining: Racines. Easy and delicious: Not Dog, Paper Plane and Utopia.
Are there typical Niçoise dishes that are vegan?
Yes – socca (chickpea flatbread) and ratatouille are classic and plant-based. With pan-bagnat and pissaladière, it’s best to ask.
What’s the best way to get to Nice?
Climate-friendly by train (TGV/night train) to Nice-Ville. From the airport, the tram gets you into the centre in about 30 minutes.
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