Ordered:
The One aka Le Plongeoir Signature Cocktail (€19):…read moreGin Bombay, jus de citron, sirop de canne, prosecco
Le French Cocktail (€19): vodka, fraise, jus de citron, sirop de romarin maison, Mediterranean Tonic
Zucchini Flower Fritters (€26): with spicy crushed tomatoes with basil
Tuna Tartare (€29): with green apple, kumquat, lime, avocado
Rigatoni with Seasonal Truffles (€45)
Oven-Baked Sea Bream Fillet (€47): with grapes, basil and coriander bulgur, classic beurre blanc
Aya's take:
Le Plongeoir is one of the most iconic restaurants on the French Rivieria considering the restaurant is dramatically perched on a rock above the Mediterranean Sea. You also need a reservation here so make sure you do that well in advance especially for golden hour/sunset times since that's when they're the busiest. We started with a couple cocktails which were both good. The One aka their signature cocktail was more light, clean, and refreshing while Le French Cocktail was more sweet, fruity, and bright. The Zucchini Flower Fritters were crispy, airy, and went so well with the crushed tomatoes. The Tuna Tartare is a huge skip for me. Although it was recommended by our waiter, the tuna didn't look fresh and I think the green apple & kumquat overpowered and clashed in flavor. The Rigatoni with Seasonal Truffles was incredible!! Such a perfectly made pasta, they don't skimp out on the truffle and truffle cream, and every bite was more satisfying from the last. On the other hand, the Oven-Baked Sea Bream Fillet was just okay. For that price point, I expected it to taste better and be better plated. I also didn't really understand the grapes here which seemed to clash with the sea bream. All in all, the vibe and ambiance is unmatched, service was great, and we had an enjoyable meal. I would absolutely go back!