La Rivière des Vins

Top choice in Corte


Diners flock to this fab bistro, on a staircase climbing from Corte's main street, for its relaxed atmosphere, unbeatable value and sumptuous food. The meat skewers and Corsican sausages, grilled in the open fireplace, are wonderful, while the patatines (chunks of roast potato), omelettes and salads will make vegetarians weep for joy. Excellent wines by the glass or jug.


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