Peixes Opéra

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Peixes Opéra Nice – Modern Seafood and South American Flavours by Michelin

Peixes Opéra – Where the sea is reimagined

Since 2015, Peixes has brought a fresh perspective to seafood in the heart of Nice. The name says it all – peixes means fish in Portuguese – and the kitchen team, a cosmopolitan group of young talents with experience in prestigious establishments worldwide, focuses on one clear idea: modernising fish. The result is a cuisine that is both refined and convivial, with dishes designed to be shared.

The menu is built around raw and lightly cured fish and shellfish: ceviche, carpaccio, tartare, tataki. These are not mere translations of classic preparations but inventive compositions that pair surprising textures and bright, layered flavours. The kitchen works with short supply chains and seasonal produce, so the carte changes every two months. One foot in South America, the other in the Mediterranean – the culinary identity of Peixes Opéra is a genuine fusion, not a gimmick.

The wine list, curated by the team, leans heavily on natural wines – a passion that aligns with the restaurant’s overall philosophy of authenticity and surprise. The setting is an intimate space that opens towards the sea, designed to make guests feel both at home and far away.

Peixes Opéra has earned a Michelin Recommended distinction, a recognition that underscores the consistency and ambition of its seafood-focused modern cuisine. For those seeking a meal that is at once grounded in the Mediterranean and adventurous in spirit, this is an address worth knowing.