Where to have lunch in Saint-Tropez, far from the beach clubs? The barbecue terrace of the bistro Le C

, On the June 26 2026

Where can you enjoy lunch in Saint-Tropez after the beach, without the crowds of the beach clubs or the bustle of the harbour?

After a morning at Plage des Salins or a bike ride along Route des Salins, many visitors ask themselves the same question around lunchtime: head to a lively beach club in Pampelonne, compete for a table in the heart of the village, or find somewhere different. Le C, the bistro at Hôtel Sezz Saint-Tropez, offers that third option — just minutes from the beach, in peaceful surroundings, with a terrace unlike any other in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.

It's midday. Beneath the shade of palm trees and centuries-old olive trees, the barbecue begins to crackle. The 200m² swimming pool reflects the first light of the afternoon. A Charolais rib-eye steak is placed on the grill. Nearby, someone orders seared octopus. At the next table, a blue lobster is served straight from its shell. It's a certain vision of the Mediterranean art of living — effortless, understated and quietly refined.

Le C Restaurant at a Glance

Location: Hôtel Sezz Saint-Tropez, Route des Salins
Access: 5 minutes from Saint-Tropez town centre, 10 minutes from Pampelonne beaches, just moments from Plage des Salins
Opening times: Open daily — lunch from 12.30pm to 2.30pm, dinner from 7.30pm to 10.30pm
Cuisine: Chic bistro by Michelin-starred Chef and Maître Restaurateur Philippe Colinet
Barbecue: Available exclusively at lunchtime, with dishes grilled before your eyes
Prices: From €17 to €58, including vegetarian options
Open to: Hotel residents and external guests
Parking: Complimentary valet parking

An alternative to beach clubs for lunch

Perhaps the best way to describe Le C is this: it is neither a beach club nor a village restaurant. It sits perfectly between the two — filling a gap that Saint-Tropez has long been missing during the height of summer.

Pampelonne's beach clubs offer music, atmosphere and sand beneath your feet, but also crowds, noise and bills that quickly add up. Restaurants in the village centre provide Provençal charm, yet often come with packed terraces and long waits for a table in July and August.

Le C offers another way: the tranquillity of a secluded terrace, the quality of cuisine created by a Michelin-starred chef, and the relaxed atmosphere of an easy-going lunch, with no dress code and no obligation to book.

Whether you're a couple seeking peace and quiet, a family wanting a proper lunch away from the crowds, or friends looking to extend a morning at the beach without leaving the area entirely, Le C strikes the perfect balance.

Why choose a terrace restaurant near the Salins?

Route des Salins, where Hôtel Sezz is located, is one of the most desirable areas of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, combining peaceful residential surroundings with immediate access to both the village and the beaches.

Le C benefits directly from this setting: a terrace tucked away from the hustle and bustle, yet only five minutes from the town centre and a few minutes from Pampelonne.

This location offers something genuinely rare during summer in Saint-Tropez: the chance to enjoy a truly relaxed lunch without feeling disconnected from the peninsula.

It is also one of the very few restaurants in the Les Salins area open every day for both lunch and dinner, welcoming hotel guests and outside visitors alike — with no requirement to stay at the hotel.

What to eat in Saint-Tropez after the beach? The C bistro menu

The menu at Le C focuses on outstanding ingredients, locally sourced produce from trusted regional suppliers, and perfectly judged cooking. Prices range from €17 to €58, with vegetarian options available. Dishes are prepared to order using the morning's freshest deliveries — exactly what you hope to find after a morning by the sea: something fresh, uncomplicated and exceptionally well executed.

The barbecue menu is available exclusively at lunch, from 12.30pm to 2.30pm.

To Begin

Grilled octopus with chickpea purée, lemon and parsley
Burrata with heirloom tomatoes from Yann Ménard's Jardin de la Piboule
Grilled king prawns flambéed with anise

Main Courses

300g Charolais rib-eye steak with garlic butter and sautéed potatoes
Grilled sea bass fillet with wild rice, peppers and preserved lemon
Roasted blue lobster served in its shell with Bordier salted butter
Flame-grilled veal sausage
Fresh fish of the day, filleted tableside and sourced from the morning's local catch

Desserts

Matcha tea crème brûlée with Madagascan vanilla
Mango, coconut milk, lime and tapioca
Caramelised brioche French toast with red berries and vanilla ice cream

This is the sort of place where a lunch planned for an hour naturally stretches into three. Because the light is beautiful, the atmosphere is peaceful… and there's still tiramisu left to enjoy.

Philippe Colinet, Michelin-starred expertise in a bistro setting

Since joining Hôtel Sezz in 2020, Philippe Colinet has overseen the hotel's entire culinary offering. With more than 30 years of experience — including Jean Bardet, Roger Vergé and L'Auberge des Templiers — he earned a Michelin star for the gastronomic restaurant Colette in 2021.

At Le C, he brings the same exacting standards to a more relaxed and approachable style of dining. There's no tasting menu here, just a menu that evolves daily according to the freshest seafood arrivals and seasonal produce supplied by his trusted network of local growers across the Var.

Reviews about our terrace restaurant on the Côte d'Azur

Sometimes the right words come from customers:

"A very good lunch by the beautiful pool. We appreciated the calm and kindness of the staff." — Corine C., 10/10 on TheFork
"Five-star service—valet, executive..." — Guy Richard Y., 9/10 on TheFork
"The amazing staff, ALL of them. An incredible atmosphere. The food is delicious." — Corinne, 19,7/20 on Tablet Hotels

In our reviews, the same words always come back: serenity, setting, service. In Saint-Tropez during peak season, finding all three together—this is perhaps the rarest luxury.

Practical information — Le C restaurant, Hotel Sezz Saint-Tropez

Address: Hôtel Sezz Saint-Tropez, 151 Route des Salins, 83990 Saint-Tropez
Location: 5 minutes from Saint-Tropez town centre, 10 minutes from Pampelonne beaches, moments from Plage des Salins
Opening times: Open daily — lunch from 12.30pm to 2.30pm, dinner from 7.30pm to 10.30pm
Open to: Hotel residents and external visitors
Parking: Complimentary valet parking
Reservations: Recommended during July and August

Our recommendation: Visit for lunch and arrive around 12.30pm to enjoy the best choice of terrace tables. If the barbecue is lit, order the fish of the day — it's the dish that changes the most according to the morning's catch. And be sure to save room for dessert.

Looking for a lunch on a terrace with barbecue and sun, away from the beach crowds? Book your table at Le C.

The restaurant Le C, at the hotel Sezz Saint-Tropez, route des Salins, offers a serene alternative to the beach clubs of Pampelonne: terrace by a swimming pool of 200 m 2, barbecue every afternoon, bistro cuisine signed by the Michelin-starred Chef Philippe Colinet. Open to outside visitors, without reservation required, from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm.

After a morning at the beach of Salins or in Pampelonne, the restaurant Le C offers a barbecue lunch on the terrace: grilled meat and fish cooked in front of you, local and seasonal products, from 17 € to 58 € depending on the dishes. 10 minutes from the beaches of Pampelonne, at the hotel Sezz Saint-Tropez.

The restaurant Le C, in the hotel Sezz, offers a preserved terrace facing a 200 m2 swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and olive trees, far from the bustle of the port and beach clubs. Bistro cuisine signed by a Michelin-starred chef, barbecue at lunchtime. Open for lunch and dinner, 7/7, to residents and outside visitors.