Cipriani Monte Carlo: Venetian Elegance Meets Mediterranean Glamour
In the heart of Monaco, tradition, refined flavours and social spectacle combine at this Cipriani institution—lunch to dinner, iconic dishes to inventive touches.
Perched at the base of the Mirabeau on Avenue Princesse Grace, Cipriani Monte Carlo is more than a place to eat—it’s a mise en scène of the lifestyle Monaco trades in. With a glass façade, nautical accents, and interiors of mahogany, marble and plush leather that evoke a luxury yacht more than a restaurant, it strikes the perfect balance between bold glamour and warm Italian conviviality. Open daily for both lunch and dinner, this venue caters to business lunches, glamorous sundowners, and dinners that stretch late into the evening.
Best-Selling & Signature Dishes
Cipriani in Monte Carlo leans into the classics from its Venetian heritage, especially those dishes that Cipriani is famous for. Among the standouts are:
Carpaccio di Manzo — thinly sliced raw beef, dressed with minimal fuss but maximum precision; the signature born in Venice still central to the Monte Carlo menu.
Homemade pasta, especially baked tagliolini with ham, and other handmade pasta options. These are frequently praised by diners for being deeply satisfying, richly comforting, and technically impeccable.
Risottos & seafood dishes — risotto primavera, or truffle-accented versions, alongside fresh fish preparations.
For dessert, the Vanilla meringue cake, classic tiramisu, and other house sweets which diners often identify as the high note of the meal.
Signature Cocktails & Drinks
The Bellini, naturally, is unmissable. It’s part of Cipriani’s heritage—white peach purée + Prosecco—simple, elegant, evocative of Venice itself. The wine list is extensive, especially leaning Italian, designed to complement simple but high-quality dishes.
Vibe, Location & Innovations
Atmosphere & Setting:
Walking in, you notice the large glass frontage, the sleek mixture of polished steel, mirrors, marble floors, mahogany panels, leather armchairs in the Cipriani brown—all framed with nautical blue-white touches. The décor suggests relaxed opulence more than flashy excess.
The terrace and upstairs private bar/“Living Room” also offer more intimate or elevated experiences. Views towards the coast or over Monaco’s streets make them excellent for sunset cocktails or lighter lunches.
The restaurant is alive at lunch and dinner; lunch tends to be more business-oriented, elegant but slightly more relaxed; evenings bring richer lighting, higher energy, suited to romantic or celebratory dinners.
Recent Updates:
Take-Away & Room Service: Cipriani Monte Carlo now offers home delivery between 7pm-9.30pm through Mr Room Service, plus a takeaway menu both at lunch and dinner.
Book a table in “The Living Room by Cipriani” upstairs: a more exclusive, elegant space, more focussed on after-dinner drinks or quieter moments for one-on-one conversations.
Made in Italy, With Love for the World
Cipriani Monte Carlo is not just about eating; it’s about being seen, savouring, and participating in a long flavour tradition. If you want the food: go for the carpaccio, the pasta, the desserts. If you want the moment: take a seat on the terrace at golden hour, sip a Bellini, enjoy the view. Prices are premium, but for many that’s part of what you’re paying for: the service, the consistency, the elegance.