L'Écrin
A Michelin-recommended small restaurant located away from the main tourist crowds in the old town, serving refined Mediterranean cuisine made with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
A small restaurant located near Place d'Austerlitz on the west side of the old town, slightly off the main tourist path. It offers a cozy atmosphere, and Michelin praises its Mediterranean cuisine as fresh, seasonal, and mature in execution. The menu changes monthly, with reviews mentioning rockfish brandade with dried bottarga, as well as a fish soup featuring the catch of the day with black garlic aioli; vegetarian options can be requested. Michelin indicates it is open for dinner only from Monday to Saturday. The terrace fills up quickly in summer, so booking via the official website or by phone is recommended. Average spend is around €50–90 per person. It is about a 15-minute walk from the city center.
Opening hours
Monday to Saturday 19:00-21:30; closed Sunday
Nearby sights
- Place d'Austerlitz & Grotte Napoléon
- Ajaccio Cathedral
- Maison Bonaparte
- Ajaccio Old Town & Port
- Palais Fesch & Imperial Chapel
- Porticcio & Agosta Beach
- Îles Sanguinaires & Pointe de la Parata
- Capo di Feno Beach