We just arrived in Cannes and wanted something close and easy. I ordered the salmon and my husband ordered the sea bream. Both were so delicious, and I'm very picky about salmon as I cook it at home and it is always better than the restaurants. We sat outside as the weather was perfect. Very busy place. Service was great. Waiters were very nice and we got our food quick. Just know when in Europe once you get your food you won't see your server for a while. They are in no rush to turn over tables like the US. read more

Le Vesuvio - Sea bream - Italian Near Me - Cannes, 06

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A few of us went here for dinner after work. It's a great location, across from the water. We walked in on a weeknight and there was no wait. We were seated in a booth in the back which was nice. We ordered several dishes and shared. We had the gnocchi with chanterelles, sole, burrata salad and veal scallopini. The best dish was the sole. Coming in second was the mushroom gnocchi but it was on the salty side. The entrees came with sides which were amazing (spaghetti and whipped mashed potatoes). The only dish I didn't really like was the veal because it was chewy and overcooked. The portions were huge so order accordingly. The service was excellent and prices were average for the area. read more

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Was recommending to go here by the hotel concierge. Popped in to get a pizza to go. The waiter was very kind and prompt in getting me taken care of. The pizza chefs are at the front so you can watch the pizza being made--which is such a quick process (3 minutes). There is indoor seating and a few tables out front. It's right on La Croisette, so a great location. The pizza was so fresh, delicious and light. The sauce was so yummy! read more

Wasn't impressed by the food. I wasn't bad. It wasn't good. Touristic place. I picked it because there was a nice vibe, with music. The outdoor patio is nice read more

The service was as slow as lava. Go elsewhere. The food was ok but the inattentive staff made for an unpleasant experience.

Simply the best Italian cuisine... in France.... who knew we could find this in France!!

What a lovely place! The service is outstanding! The ambiance is magnificent. The food is delicious. The location is one of the best. I recommend this restaurant to everyone. read more

Food was great, so was the service if you can put up with some French attitude at the beginning. atmosphere and location exceptional.

Food is a 4 and a long known establishment spanning decades. Great pizza, pasta and fish / meat choices. The reason why I am not giving it a 4 or higher is because the tables are crammed together resulting in the place getting atrociously hot and stuffy (impacting the overall dining experience). As a result we prefer the italian Caffe way better but the food is very good. read more

Food was mediocre Location was in a happening part of town Service wasn't great, waited a long time to get our servers attention to order more water and ask for dessert menu even.. read more

Last nite was our first nite in Cannes. We had the most horrendous total dining experience ever at Le Vesuvio. Our waiter was the worst ever. Rude, Disrespectful, and generally bad . After asking for ice for our drinks he said he would no longer serve us. Another server brought our Pizza which was just fair at best . Our Pasta was not edible it was so bad . It took 90 minutes to get our Pasta. These people have attitude that is off the charts, just that it's bad attitude. read more

The food was okay, the service was not. There was nothing wrong with the pizza I ordered, but considering the price I had expected more. The waiters were impolite and almost rude, and would barely look at you when talking to you. Not a place I would want to visit again. read more

Le Vesuvio - Italian Near Me - Cannes, 06

It was our last night in Cannes and my husband and I really wanted to eat at one of the restaurants in the sand on the water. What we didn't realize is that they were only open for Lunch, probably because it was February, and it was just too cold for dining on the water. As a result, we saw Le Vesuvio across the street, did a quick Yelp look-up and saw that they got good reviews - for good reason! So, off we went across the street. We were seated promptly though there were many guests in the foyer looking at menus, presumably to determine if they wanted to get seated or leave. If they left, it was their loss. We squeezed our way to the back of the restaurant where the host pulled a table out so I could easily be seated, and a woman took my coat so I could have more space for seating and for my purse. Service was friendly and prompt (by French standards) in that we were asked if we wanted to order anything to drink fairly quickly. We opted for a mid-range white wine from the Cotes de Provence which ended up being very good. Within about 10 minutes, every seat next to us and around us was full. The place was hoppin! I can see why people say to expect a long line and to try to make reservations. I guess we got really lucky! Food was excellent - I had a pasta dish while my husband had a pizza - both were so good, and we practically licked our plates, and ate everything! Service was friendly and attentive, but the place did get very loud with it being so full. When I dine, and the place is really full during the "off season", I know I'm in the right place. (The couple seated next to us lived part of the year in the Cote d'Azur and said they ate at Le Vesuvio pretty regularly.) Good meal, reasonable prices, good service. Worth a visit! read more

Loved this place. One of the best places still open during our winters in Cannes . Great food at decent prices for La Croisette. Great service. They have expanded their menu. Loved the moules frites, seafood pasta and fish soup. Kids loved the pizza. read more

On my annual trip to Cannes to see the family, Vesuvio is on the top of my list! I ate here twice in a week and it is my favorite restaurant in Cannes. Everything on the menu is above and beyond good but I recent discovered the Gorgonzola pizza! WOW I was amazed! The lasagna is also amazing including the veal. The highlight of my trip is to eat here with my grandmother and finish it off with a framboise melba! There is always a mild wait because this is THE best place in town. I suggest getting here before the dining rushes of lunch or dinner. DO NOT SKIP THIS PLACE! Rose wine and pizza in the summer is worth living for! read more

Expect a long wait for this popular spot, but it's well worth it! The experience is great and should be part of your visit to Cannes. Our waiter was great - very friendly and funny, and quick! We were a large party and ordered everything on the menu. Everyone was happy with their food. Mine tasted great. The prices were very reasonable given the location. If you go to Cannes, eat here! read more

Here for 3 nights and ate here all 3 nights. Great food and awesome service, ask for Guillermo read more

Le Vesuvio - Italian Near Me - Cannes, 06

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The cuisine is truly Italian and beyond delicious at Le Vesuvio. If you are not a regular then you will have to put up with a bit of French attitude by the waiters. If you can get past that, then you are in for a real treat and the best Italian cuisine this side of the border. read more

The majority of everyone dining the night I came in had a signature piping hot pizza in front of them, which I was very tempted to order. I actually went with the salmon fettuccine and was pleasantly surprised. It was fresh, flavorful and the salmon was cooked to perfection. The order was so big- I only finished half of my dish. The carbs in france will get you one way or another! haha This place was packed too- definitely a popular Italian restaurant in Cannes- and one I'd definitely return to. read more

Was bought a meal at Vesuvio, so I don't even know how expensive this place is. But the food was good, and the view was better.

This place is right on the famous La Croisette. It's jam packed every night and very lively. It's a great place for groups and to celebrate your birthday (trust me on the birthday part). My wife had the escargot. She liked it. I had the bresaola pizza. Second best pizza that I had in Cannes. Don't be fooled by the cafe next door with the same name, there's only one Vesuvio in Cannes worth trying. read more

Great spot over on the Cafe side. Tasty people, beautiful food and cool Cannes vibe that pleased my senses. Prices aren't outrageous for being right on the strip, and staff was friendly if not occasionally forgetful. Fresh seafood and half a lobster for the same price as a piece of salmon makes this a great find. Although the $20 martini delivered an instant hangover when I saw that on the bill. read more

Le Vesuvio - Olive soup as an appetizer. - Italian Near Me - Cannes, 06

I have been going to Le Vesuvio for 40 years and NEVER had a bad experience. From Pizza to Pasta to Fresh fish it is one of the best restaurant in Cannes. How good is it? How about 1 hour wait pretty much everyday during summer!!! This is how good A must try when you get there. read more

If you go to Cannes and don't eat at Vesuvio you're fuckin' up! The prices are fair and the food is amazing. You may have to wait and once you get a table you probably won't have much room but its totally worth it. My suggestions are do the Magherita pizza so the toppings don't take away from the spectacular taste. Also the Gargonzola penne will curl your toes. Anyway you don't have to take it from me, once you see it packed you'll know its great. One Love, Adam read more

Amazing food. American people who leave reviews about the poor service need to understand the service in Europe is much different than the service in US as they don't work off of tips. Our service was better than most other places we have visited here in EU. I'm very picky with Italian food, I'm not only an American citizen but also an Italian citizen. Food was fresh and delicious - so good we went two nights in a row! read more

Food is fair and service was not up to par. They are more interested in flipping tables quickly than the customers dining experience. Skip this place. read more

There's two sides to Vesuvio. The Cafe side and the Restuarant side. Both are great and reasonable priced for their location. The food is good, wine list is extensive and service is good for Cannes. My tip is you can get good wine by the glass on the Cafe side as you need to order a carafe on the Restuarant side for higher end grog. read more

It's Cannes and where do we go to eat that isn't going to break our bank any further than it was from time spent in Monaco. We find La Vesuvio and there is a line out the door of this place. What an amazing experience our waiter Alexander was honestly one of the best I have ever had, what a personality. Prices were super reasonable and everything was fantastic rustic Italian. They have a wood fired pizza oven and some really gourmet pizzas. I do wish they crisped up the pizzas just a little more but that would be the only complaint I had. The apple pie is not to be missed. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great meal at a fair price. Everything we had was fantastic. read more

This restaurant reminded me of some casual US Italian restaurants. Very busy, had to wait for a table, table crammed against one another, very loud. The food here was decent and reasonably priced. The wine just ok. The service was slow but thats because they're so busy. The pizza was very good. Oh and unless you want to up your cancer risk, you probably shouldn't take a table outside. We sat next to a chain smoker on one side and a cigar smoker on the other side. Not a MUST go but not bad if you want a reasonable Italian meal in Cannes. read more

Surprised it wasn't packed as it's right on the strip with great views if the water. The pizza and spaghetti and clams were both delicious. The service was fine. As with most of the French, I couldn't tell if our waiter was deviously charming or a punk. read more

Love this place! My favorite pizza place in Cannes, and my second overall favorite. They don't take reservations, so either get there early or be prepared to wait a bit. Don't worry, the wait isn't too bad.... just grab a glass of wine at the bar. Then make sure you order a pizza. Or try the sole - it's AMAZING. Lasagna is pretty incredible too. Servers have all been fun and very tolerant of the foreigners in for the festival. We see the same faces every year and they're all sweet. Get dessert - try the whipped cream and red berries. read more

Very bad!! Lasagne smells and tastes like fish. Not sure how a restaurant like this can even exist.

Food is some of the best in Cannes. Expect to wait but it's worth it. Staff is super friendly.

Best pizza place in Cannes. A must dine in place. Very busy during markets so need to go early or make sure to have time to wait. Friendly staff. Service a busy times could be a bit slow but all in all I love eating at this place. read more

This place is a tried and true favorite. Relatively reasonable prices, good pizzas, and plenty of other good options for all.

We were in Cannes for 4 nights prior to a cruise that embarked in Monte Carlo. We dined there 4 times over 3 days...EXCELLENT menu. From thin crust pizza to seafood pastas and delicious veal, this place won. We tried a few other restaurants in the area and were disappointed. Not the case with Le Vesuvio. We will return with pleasure on our next trip. read more

Great Italian restaurant in the heart of the cannes croisette! we went to this place after an evening full of the fireworks competition and with almost every restaurant overloaded with waiting lines and frustrated staff, this one seemed to stand out! We ordered an Aubergine/Egg plant pizza, A lemon-butter sole fish and a Penna A l'arrabiatta pasta. The Aubergine pizza was the BEST I have ever had, well marinated and seasoned and the dough was crusty and thin just how we like it. The fish stole the show for me! It costed us half the bill but it was good enough to be worth it! Well seasoned, amazing quality and simply put, amazing! the arrabiata wasn't the best I have had but pretty decent and spicy. The restaurant was jam packed and now I know why! read more

The Best place and best food in CANNES. The pizza to die from and I am from NYC. Go enjoy. Great waiters. Nice and friendly even to we Americans!!! read more

I was there 2 times and their pizza were fantastic, negative point the waiting time is too long and waiter should be more friendly.

We had dinner at Vesuvio after reading the great comments from our Yelpers and felt like we needed to add some things. Everyone was spot on with the service - probably some of the best we had in Cannes - and we were dinning at 8pm which made it even more impressive. Our only disappointment came when our waiter was very insistent on a particular meal. As we looked around after being sat all the food looked great and the aroma of so many dishes was intoxicating. We had just decided on a potential meal (one our neighbor had just received) when the waiter came back for our order. He started right away with the sea bass meal for 2. He was very persuasive and before we knew it we had both ordered the meal. The food was good - just not worth what we ended up paying - and we both left the restaurant wondering how we started wanting Italian and ended up eating fish. Like I said it was good - not great but everything else was awesome. read more