Soak up the sun-drenched synergy at Monte Carlo’s newest Mediterranean restaurant Jondal à la Vigie this summer.
This summer, Monte Carlo welcomes a new chapter in Mediterranean dining with the arrival of Jondal à la Vigie—a sun-soaked collaboration bringing the relaxed elegance of Ibiza’s famed beach restaurant to the legendary Riviera coastline.
Nestled on the rocky outcrop between the Monte-Carlo Beach and the sea, La Vigie is a 140-seat open-air venue surrounded by pine trees and sitting above turquoise waters. Guests arrive by foot through the lush pine forest or by tender to the private dock below, where panoramic views reveal the glittering bay and the mountains rising dramatically above Monaco.
At the helm of the culinary offerings is chef Rafa Zafra, whose craftsmanship at the original restaurant Jondal on Ibiza has become a reference point for refined simplicity. Located in a protected cove, Jondal is known for transforming the island’s relaxed atmosphere into a high-end gastronomic destination. Since opening, it has garnered a loyal international following drawn to its unpretentious approach to luxury, impeccable sourcing, and deep connection to the Mediterranean. And now this connection has reached the doorstep of Monaco.
The summer residency at La Vigie brings Zafra’s philosophy to Monte Carlo: high-quality ingredients handled with respect and restraint, centering on exceptional seafood. The offering is unmistakably Mediterranean with a clear Spanish influence: crispy calamari, classic anchovies, Iberian ham, and a deeply satisfying lobster pasta all feature prominently. Rather than overcomplicating, each dish is crafted to let the purity of the product shine. This is cuisine rooted in nature, elevated by precision and generosity. And those mouthwatering caviar toasts are set to amaze.
The ambiance mirrors the culinary ethos. Décor is natural and tactile, soundtracked only by the sea and the cricket rhythms drifting gently through the pines. The open layout invites long, sunlit lunches and golden-hour dinners, where guests linger over local rosé or the best wines of the world while watching yachts glide across the horizon.
This collaboration marks a meeting point between Ibiza’s free-spirited charm and Monaco’s timeless glamour. Jondal à la Vigie offers a Riviera dining experience grounded in authenticity, natural beauty, and the pleasure of shared moments by the sea.
Welcome to the new Monte Carlo ritual.
Jondal à la Vigie is now open for the 2025 summer season.
