Café de Paris Monte-Carlo
7.0Friend Score / 10#6 of 7 Cafés & Coffee in Monaco
Known forcrêpe SuzetteFrench onion souppâté en croûteeggs mayonnaise with caviar
The legendary 1868 brasserie on Place du Casino, freshly renovated, open daily 8am-1am. You come for the terrace — the best people-and-supercar-watching seat in Monaco — and the crêpe Suzette, reputedly invented here. Honest caveat: you're paying for the location; expect around €10 for a cappuccino and brisk, high-volume service.
Key facts
| Hours | Daily 08:00–01:00 |
|---|---|
| Price | $$$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Casino/Place du Casino CAM bus stops are steps away; about a 10-minute uphill walk or public lift ride from Monaco-Monte-Carlo train station |
| Time needed | 1-2 hours |
| Best time to go | Late afternoon into golden hour, when the supercar parade in front of the Casino peaks |
| Last verified | July 12, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.0/10- Value5.0
- iconic7.5
- Freshness9.2
- Crowd level4.0
- Authenticity7.5
- Accessibility9.0
Frequently asked questions
- Was the crêpe Suzette really invented there?
- That's the house legend — flambéed by accident in 1896 for the future Edward VII, so the story goes. True or not, it's the dish to order, flamed tableside.
- What's it like during the Grand Prix?
- It's ground zero — the terraces become official F1 hospitality with minimum spends from about €160 up to €750 per person depending on day and floor. Book months ahead or avoid GP week entirely.
- Is Café de Paris worth it or a tourist trap?
- It's touristy and expensive, but it's also a genuine 150-year-old institution and the terrace view of Place du Casino is unmatched. Go for a coffee or one classic dish and the show — just don't expect value pricing.
- Is there a dress code?
- No formal one for the brasserie and terrace — smart casual is fine by day. Evenings skew dressier, and you'll feel more comfortable without beachwear anytime; the Casino next door is stricter.
- How much does a coffee cost at Café de Paris?
- Around €10 for a cappuccino on the terrace. That's the seat rental, effectively — you can nurse it as long as you like and watch the Casino forecourt circus.
- Do I need a reservation?
- For the terrace at lunch or dinner in high season, yes — book via Monte-Carlo SBM. For a drink or coffee you can usually wait a few minutes for a table to turn.
- What are Café de Paris's opening hours?
- Daily from 8am to 1am, with continuous service — one of the few grand venues in Monte-Carlo where you can eat mid-afternoon. Breakfast on the quiet morning terrace is underrated.
- Is the food actually good?
- It's solid classic brasserie fare — seafood platters, sole, steak-frites, crêpe Suzette — done at scale. You'll eat better for the money elsewhere in Monaco, but nowhere with this stage set.
Nearby in Ask Monaco
- Le Louis XV - Alain DucasseRestaurant0.03 km · 0 min walk
- Monte-CarloNeighborhood0.03 km · 0 min walk
- Le GrillRestaurant0.05 km · 1 min walk
- Le Bar Brasserie du Café de ParisBar0.06 km · 1 min walk
- Bar AméricainBar0.06 km · 1 min walk
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