George's Roll Seafood
Nice Historique, Nice
Restaurant in Nice, France
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Compared with Nice bistro options, George's Roll Seafood is a better fit for a casual daytime seafood stop than a planned dinner or special-occasion meal. Go when convenience in Old Nice matters; choose a more established peer if price clarity, dress expectations, or a fuller evening format are priorities.
About George's Roll Seafood
George's Roll Seafood in Nice keeps daytime hours and has a casual dress code. The schedule runs from 11:30 AM to 4 PM on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, with Tuesday closed, so it is not a dinner option for travelers building an evening itinerary.
Beyond the schedule and dress code, details are limited. There is no confirmed chef, awards trail, tasting-menu structure, price band, seat count, or detailed menu information. That does not make it a poor choice; it simply means the decision should be practical. If the plan is a casual daytime stop in Nice, it may fit. If the plan is a celebratory table with more documented signals, compare it with other dining options.
Use it for daytime plans, not for a dinner itinerary
The daytime-versus-dinner call is simple: the hours are 11:30 AM to 4 PM, Tuesday is closed. That makes George's Roll Seafood useful for travelers planning around the middle of the day, but less useful for anyone trying to anchor a night out in Nice. For an alternative to consider, compare it against Bistrot d'Antoine.
For broader Nice planning, keep it in the same mental folder as casual daytime dining rather than polished occasion restaurants. Readers mapping a day around the city may also want our full Nice restaurants guide, plus other options in Nice.
Who should choose it
Choose George's Roll Seafood if convenience, casual dress, daytime timing matter more than a documented chef name, formal service expectations, or awards. Skip it for dinner plans, milestone meals that require more detail, or anyone who wants a known price category before committing. For a casual daytime meal in Nice, the case is direct; for a special trip meal, the case is thinner.
If this is part of a wider itinerary, use the hours first: George's Roll Seafood is a daytime option in Nice, open 11:30 AM to 4 PM Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, closed Tuesday. For other dining comparisons, consider options such as Bistrot d'Antoine, Chez Thérésa, Le Panier, Movida, or Trafalbar Nice.
Planning details
- Location
- 40 42 Rue Droite, 06300 Nice, France
- Phone
- +33 4 93 55 35 73
The take
The Take
The Vibe
George's Roll Seafood sits deep in Nice’s old town, where centuries of market trade and ochre facades shape the streetscape. The piece reads as a neighborhood spot rather than a destination restaurant: compact, street-minded and rooted in local seafood rhythms. The roll format—seafood pressed into a brioche or baguette-style vessel—feels like a market-born response to the city’s bread-and-seafood tradition rather than a formal reinterpretation. Overall the place presents a historic, charming slice of coastal Nice, where the mood is unpretentious and oriented toward everyday eating rather than occasion-driven dining.
Best For
This is a lunch-leaning, casual option for anyone exploring Vieux Nice or seeking a quick, satisfying seafood bite. The concept ties into the morning fish market and daily coastal supply chains, so it suits solo visitors, walkers coming off the marché, and small groups wanting a relaxed street-food experience. It’s not framed as a formal dinner address; instead it’s best for those who appreciate straightforward, seafood-forward eating in a compact old-town setting where proximity to the sea and the market matters to the menu.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the signature rolls listed—Crab Roll, Lobster Roll, Crayfish Roll and Shrimp Roll—to experience the concept’s core idea of seafood folded into bread. The description notes the vessels are typically brioche or baguette-style, so consider which texture you prefer when you order. Given the shop’s roots in street-food and market traditions, come ready for a focused menu rather than an elaborate meal; the roll format is the point of the concept and showcases how Nice’s bread-and-seafood vernacular informs each preparation.
Venue details
Ambiance
Bright, clean, and welcoming with a casual street-food atmosphere; limited indoor seating on a busy alleyway with a few outdoor tables; friendly owner-operated vibe.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Crab Roll
- Lobster Roll
- Crayfish Roll
- Shrimp Roll
- Pastrami Sandwich
Planning details
Location
40 42 Rue Droite, 06300 Nice, France · Directions
Also consider
Where to look if this does not fit
Try Bistrot d'Antoine if the meal needs a clearer traditional-cuisine identity and a known €€ price tier. Try Chez Thérésa if the goal is a more local Nice fallback rather than a seafood-focused lunch.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Nice
George's Roll Seafood is the practical daytime seafood choice in this set. Bistrot d'Antoine is the safer pick for a traditional Nice meal because it has a clearer €€ price tier and cuisine identity. Choose George's for a lighter lunch; choose Bistrot d'Antoine when the meal needs to feel more planned.
Movida, Trafalbar Nice, Le Panier, Chez Thérésa are better cross-shops if the group cares more about atmosphere, local staples, or a fuller Nice dining experience than seafood specifically. With no confirmed price band or awards signal here, George's wins on simplicity rather than ceremony.
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Compare George's Roll Seafood
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George's Roll Seafood | Nice | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Movida | Nice | ; | ; | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Trafalbar Nice | Nice | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Bistrot d'Antoine | Nice | Traditional Cuisine | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Le Panier | Nice | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Chez Thérésa | Nice | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can George's Roll Seafood accommodate groups?
There is no group policy or seat count information available. If you are planning for a group, keep the hours in mind: George's Roll Seafood is open 11:30 AM–4 PM Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, closed Tuesday.
What should I order at George's Roll Seafood?
Menu details are not listed here, so avoid planning around a specific dish in advance. Treat it as a casual daytime stop in Nice and check the current offering before ordering.
What are alternatives to George's Roll Seafood?
Other options to compare include Bistrot d'Antoine, Le Panier, Movida, Trafalbar Nice, Chez Thérésa. Choose based on the kind of meal, timing, setting you want that day.
What should I wear to George's Roll Seafood?
Dress casually. The dress code is casual, so everyday city wear is enough for a daytime visit in Nice.
Is George's Roll Seafood good for a special occasion?
It is better framed as a casual daytime option than as a formal special-occasion venue. The schedule is 11:30 AM–4 PM Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, with Tuesday closed.
Is daytime or dinner better at George's Roll Seafood?
Plan for the daytime. George's Roll Seafood is open 11:30 AM–4 PM Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, it is closed Tuesday; dinner is not part of the schedule.
Is George's Roll Seafood good for solo dining?
The casual dress code and daytime hours may make it easy to consider for a simple visit, but check current conditions before relying on it for a specific plan.
