My favourite? I agree with the person who gave lists per city. If I had to make a definite one only choice it would be

Le Cagnard Haut-de-Cagnes, Cagnes-sur-Mer.

About a 20 min taxi ride from Nice. The food is divine, and the wines are superb. the bill is not nail-bittingly dear, and the service delightful. The setting is a 14th century chateau, and in summer they roll the electric roof back. The views are splendid by the terrace, and for you carnivores - go for the Lamb.

I was sorry to hear about Santa Agatha. I last went when it had i or 2 stars and it was wonderful. It sounds as though it has descended into a "Temple of Gastronomy" whis is usually the kiss of death for any restaurant.

Thanks for all the tips in the USA which I have noted. We like 3660 on the rise in HNL, Hi's in HNL and YVR, and Ruths Chris in Palm Springs. We also enjoyed Star Canyon in Dallas.