Supermarkets and Markets in Monaco: Shopping Guide

Grocery shopping in Monaco

Despite its small size, Monaco has a practical selection of supermarkets and fresh food options. Prices are broadly in line with southern France, and the range of products reflects the international population, with French, Italian and international brands well represented.

Supermarkets

Casino Supermarche

The largest supermarket in Monaco is the Casino store in the Fontvieille Shopping Centre. It offers a full range of groceries, fresh produce, a bakery, deli counter and household products. A smaller Casino shop is located on Boulevard Albert Ier.

Carrefour City

Carrefour City operates a convenience-format store in the Condamine area (Rue Grimaldi). It stocks everyday essentials, fresh food, drinks and snacks. Useful for quick top-up shopping.

U Express

A U Express store is located in Monte-Carlo (Boulevard des Moulins area), offering a good selection of groceries in a compact format.

Marche Plus and smaller shops

Smaller convenience shops are scattered throughout the Principality. These are handy for basics like bread, milk and drinks but have a limited range compared to the larger stores.

The Condamine Market

The Marche de la Condamine on Place d'Armes is the heart of daily food shopping in Monaco. Open every morning (with reduced stalls on Mondays), the market features:

• Fresh fruit and vegetables: seasonal produce, often from local Provencal growers
• Fish and seafood: caught locally or sourced from the Mediterranean
• Meat and charcuterie: butcher stalls with French and Italian cuts
• Cheese: a wide selection of French, Italian and regional cheeses
• Flowers: a flower stall adds colour to the market
• Local specialities: socca, barbajuan, olives, tapenade

The market is busiest on Saturday mornings. Arrive early for the best selection.

Shopping across the border

Many Monaco residents also shop at supermarkets in neighbouring French towns:

• Cap d'Ail: Intermarche (5 minutes' drive from Fontvieille)
• Beausoleil: various small shops (immediately bordering Monaco)
• Roquebrune-Cap-Martin: larger stores along the main road

These options can offer a wider product range and occasionally lower prices on bulk purchases.

Specialist food shops

Monaco has several specialist food shops, including:

• Bakeries (boulangeries): fresh bread, pastries and sandwiches throughout the Principality
• Italian delis: reflecting Monaco's proximity to Italy
• Organic shops: small health food stores in the Condamine and Monte-Carlo areas
• Wine merchants: well-stocked cavistes with French, Italian and international wines

Practical tips

• Bring reusable bags: plastic bags are not provided at checkout
• Loyalty cards: Casino and Carrefour offer store loyalty programmes
• Payment: card payments are accepted everywhere, including at market stalls
• Delivery: some stores offer home delivery; check with individual shops