au boeuf Couronne | Classic French (19th)
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Key to dining prices per person for 3 courses without wine: € = 30€ or less, €€ = 31-50€, €€€ = 51-100€, €€€€ = 101-150€, €€€€€ = 150€ and above.
blue elephant | Thai (11th)
Daily continuous service L&D. 7 rue Fbg Montmartre
(9th), 01.47.70.86.29. Mº Grands Boulevards
Café Pouchkine - Café (€)
This delightful tea salon, the Paris branch of the
famous Moscow establishment, located in the
Printemps department store serves and sells
traditional Russian pastries and sweets in a beautiful
décor. Mon-Sat continuous. 64 blvd Haussmann (9th),
01.42.82.43.31. M° Havre-Caumartin
Le Lumière - Gourmet (€€€)^
Enjoy lunch, dinner or tea beneath a magnificent
glass roof in this lovely place. There are champagne
and cheese trolleys and the dessert trolley filled
with traditional French pastries like éclairs and
millefeuilles is a fine ending to a meal and a good
reason to stop in for high tea. Daily L&D. Hôtel
Scribe,1 rue Scribe (9th), 01.44.71.74.20. Mº Opéra
L’Opera Restaurant - Contemporary (€€€)^
Located at the opera house, this restaurant with a
contemporary decor of white and red, offers up a
great view of the famous opera neighbourhood
and one of the city’s largest terraces. Daily B,
L&D 7am-midnight. Palais Garnier, Place Jacques
Rouché (9th), 01.42.68.86.80. Mº Opéra
Around BAstiLLe (11th, 12th)
Blue Elephant - Thai (€€€)^
Authentic Thai cuisine in a setting of lush plants,
orchids and a waterfall. Weekly arrivals of herbs,
spices, fruits and other goods direct from
Bangkok. 7/7 L& D, Sun brunch & D. 43-45 rue de la
Roquette (11th), 01.47.00.42.00. Mº Bastille
East Mamma - Italian (€)
This welcoming restaurant serves up authentic
and seasonal Italian food in an inviting atmosphere
with an open kitchen. The pizzas are baked in a
wood fire oven and the homemade pasta dishes
can be ordered for one or for four and are served
in individual copper pans. Daily L&D. 133 rue du Fbg
Saint-Antoine (11th), 01.43.41.32.15. M° Ledru-Rollin
Le Train Bleu - Classic French (€€€)
A magnificent, mirrored Belle Epoque restaurant
in the Gare de Lyon train station serving
classic French fare including lobster salad with
artichokes, sole meunière and steak tartare. Daily
B, L&D. Gare de Lyon, Place Louis Armand (12th),
01.43.43.09.06. Mº Gare de Lyon
Les Grandes Marches - Brasserie (€€)
A new ownership and a new décor have come
to this pillar of the Place de la Bastille. The
establishment serves up traditional French fare
and superb seafood platters. Daily B, L&D.
6 Place de la Bastille (12th), 01.43.42.90.32. Mº Bastille
Ober Mamma - Italian (€)
Homemade pizzas and pastas with ingredients
from Italy are the hallmarks of this trattoria style
restaurant with its friendly and energetic staff.
Enjoy fresh pasta, made on the premises, with
creamy pecorino cheese sauce, black pepper
and artichokes and savour an authentic tiramisu
for dessert. Daily L&D. 107 blvd Richard Lenoir (11th),
01.58.30.62.78. M° Oberkampf
Septime - Classic French (€€€)
Traditional French fare featuring inventive market-
based cuisine from the talented Bertrand Grébaut
is on the agenda here. Enjoy selective produce
and products like the Banka trout from the Basque
country with lentils and coriander in a relaxed
atmosphere. Tues-Fri L, D, Mon D only. 80 rue de
Charonne (11th), 01.43.67.38.29. Mº Charonne
Around MontPArnAsse (13th, 14th, 15th)
Le Bar à Huîtres - Seafood (€€€)
This is the place to go for fabulous seafood
platters, finely prepared fresh fish dishes and
one of the best and most eclectic selections of
oysters in the French capital. Main course dishes
include French sea bass, lobster from Brittany
and filet of beef. Daily, noon-midnight. 112 blvd
Montparnasse (14th), 01.43.20.71.01. Mº Vanvin
Le Ciel de Paris - Gourmet (€€€)
Discover Paris from the 56th floor of the
Montparnasse tower. With a breathtaking view,
enjoy one of their foie gras offerings or try the
delicious seafood. Daily L&D. 33 ave du Maine
(15th), 01.40.64.77.64. Mº Montparnasse
Le Gastroquet - Classic French (€€€)^
This cosy comfortable restaurant serves up
delicious traditional French cuisine. You can
sample some briny oysters for starters or a salad
of coquilles Saint-Jacques. Mon-Sat L&D.
10 rue Desnouettes (15th), 01.48.28.60.91.
Mº Convention/Porte de Versailles
Le Quinzieme - Fusion (€€€)^
One-star star chef Cyril Lignac’s restaurant serves
a market-based cuisine of deliciously prepared
classics. All inclusive discovery, tasting and
champagne menus are also on the agenda. Tues-Fri
L&D, Sat D. 14 rue Cauchy (15th), 01.45.54.43.43. Mº Javel
troCAdéro & Porte MAiLLot (16th, 17th)
Cristal Room Baccarat - Modern Classic (€€€)
A restaurant in the palatial headquarters of the
crystal manufacturer serving a contemporary and
classic cuisine conceived by Guy Martin of four
appetisers, four mains and four desserts that change
monthly. Mon-Sat L & D, reservations only. 11 Place
des Etats-Unis (16th), 01.40.22.11.10. M° Boissière
L’Abeille - Gourmet (€€€€€)^
This 2-star restaurant in the Shangri-La hotel offers
up sophisticated fare in a beautiful setting. Chef
Christophe Moret elaborates a carefully sourced
original menu in tune with the seasons. Starters can
include preserved duck foie gras with sweet and sour
cherries while a seasonal main is the line caught sea
bass served with cauliflower and brioche. Tues-Sat,
dinner only. 10 ave d’Iéna (16th), 01.53.67.19.90. M° Iéna
L’Oiseau Blanc - Classic French (€€€)
This restaurant, bar and terrace on the top
floor of the Peninsula hotel features traditional
French dishes with a contemporary twist using
regional products. Daily L&D. 19 ave Kléber (16th),
01.58.12.67.30. M° Charles de Gaulle-Etoile
Makassar - Contemporary (€€)
Savor a contemporary and stylish home-made
French cuisine with seasonal products. Free
cocktail school & DJ set By Urban People from
Monday to Saturday. Daily B, L&D. 39 ave de
Wagram (17th), 01.55.37.55.57. M° Wagram
Shang Palace - Chinese (€€€)
This one-star restaurant in the Shangri-La hotel
serves authentic Chinese cuisine inspired by the
culinary traditions of southeast China. The art of
Cantonese fine dining comes to life in the main
room and three private dining rooms. Thurs-San,
L&D. 10 ave d’Iéna (16th), 01.53.67.19.92. Mº Iéna
BeLLeviLLe (19th, 20th)
Au Boeuf Couronne - Classic French (€€)
Unique in its genre, this restaurant remains one of
the city’s temples to red meat with 16 cuts of beef
available in various sizes. Prime rib, filets of Charolais
beef, veal kidneys and homemade potatoes are all
superb. The upstairs dining room can be reserved
for private parties. Daily L&D. 188 ave Jean Jaurès
(19th), 01.42.39.44.44. Mº Porte de Pantin
Mama Shelter Paris - Contemporary (€€)
This restaurant features simple fare in a warm and
welcoming setting. For starters there is a nice lentil
salad while main courses include Black Angus steak
with a pepper sauce. The establishment in known
for its fine selection of pizzas and there are plenty
of choices for vegetarians. Daily B, L & D, brunch
is served on Sundays in place of lunch. 109 rue de
Bagnolet, 01.43.48.48.48. M° Gambetta
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Ma Cocotte - Bistro (€€€)^
This sleek Philippe Stark designed bistro in the Saint-
Ouen Flea Market serves up mainly traditional French
fare. For starters sample the marinated salmon
and for a main course a prime rib of beef or a rack
of lamb. Daily L&D. 106 rue des Rosiers, Saint-Ouen,
01.49.51.70.00. M° Porte de Clignancourt
ReminiSens - Classic French (€€€€)^
This restaurant nestled in a Baroque ambiance is a
gastronomic journey into the 17th and 18th centuries.
The menu offers recipes of the age of the kings of
France while actors in Baroque costumes tell you
the secrets of the French court at your table. Three
gastronomic theme menus revolving around the
hunt, fish and the market garden are on offer. Dinner
only Tues-Sun. 20 rue Baillet Reviron, 78000 Versailles,
06.71.67.02.86. RER C to Versailles Rive Gauche
Château de Versailles stop
le Cinq CoDet | Classic French (7th)
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reservations for most restaurants are strongly advised. Check when booking that the restaurant will accept your credit card. b, l & D: breakfast, lunch & Dinner.
yeeels | Contemporary (8th)
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon - Bistronomy (€€€)^
The 1-star lunch-counter restaurant of chef Joel
Robuchon serves contemporary French dishes
such as a foie gras burger. Daily L&D until 11 pm.
5 rue Montalembert (7th), 01.42.22.56.56. M° Rue du Bac
Le Cinq Codet - Classic French (€€)^
Enjoy savoury and authentic cuisine in a warm
atmosphere in this restaurant serving classic
French cuisine. The menu revolves around the
seasons and includes homemade desserts. A snack
menu is served everyday throughout the day. Mon-
Sat L& D, Sun, L only, snack menu in the evening.
5 rue Louis Codet (7th), 01.53.85.15.60. M° Ecole Militaire
Les Ombres - Contemporary (€€€€)
The spectacular glass-domed rooftop restaurant
of Musée du Quai Branly, directly beneath the
Eiffel Tower. Contemporary French with an exotic
touch: foie gras terrine with mango chutney,
roast lamb with gingerbread and zucchini ravioli.
Daily L&D. 27 Quai Branly (7th), 01.47.53.68.00.
Mº Alma-Marceau
Around the ChAMPs-eLysées (8th)
114 Faubourg - Brasserie (€€€)
An elegant one-star establishment in the Bristol
Hotel proffers superb cooking from three-star
chef Eric Frechon in a delightful duplex space.
7/7, L&D. 114 rue du Fbg Saint-Honoré (8th) ,
01.53.43.44.44. Mº Miromesnil
39V - Contemporary (€€€)
This glamorous one-star restaurant, in the
heart of the Golden Triangle, sports a modern,
streamlined décor. The grilled langoustines
in a light citrus sauce are excellent as is the
cheesecake. Mon-Fri L&D. 39 ave George V (8th),
01.56.62.30.05. Mº George V
Apicius - Contemporary (€€€€)
The one-star restaurant of chef Jean-Pierre
Vigato, offering a mix of modern and country
cooking: lobster ravioli, potato charlotte
with caviar. Mon-Fri L&D. 20 rue d’Artois (8th),
01.43.80.19.66. Mº Saint-Philippe-du-Roule
Caviar House & Prunier - Caviar (€€€€)
Next door to the competition, the caviar shop
and restaurant annex of Prunier (16th), specializing
in French caviar. Mon-Sat L&D. 15 Place de la
Madeleine (8th), 01.47.42.98.98. M° Madeleine
Epicure - Gourmet (€€€€€)
The beautiful dining room looks out over the
hotel’s French garden and is a perfect setting for
three-star chef Eric Frechon’s remarkable cuisine
and superb desserts by pastry chef Laurent
Jeannin. Daily L&D. Hôtel Le Bristol, 112 rue du Fbg
Saint-Honoré (8th), 01.53.43.43.00. Mº Miromesnil
La Scène - Gourmet (€€€€)
This gastronomic restaurant in the Prince de
Galles hotel offers an authentic and generous
cuisine using remarkable products. For a
fish course, succulent French lobster is a fine
choice while meat dishes include fine milk-fed
veal and wild hare from the Beauce region.
Mon-Sat B, L&D, Sun Brunch. 33 ave George V (8th),
01.53.23.78.52. Mº George V
Ladurée Champs-Elysées - French Pastries (€€)
Every day from 7.30 am to midnight, Ladurée
serves breakfast, lunch, tea time and dinner. On
the ground floor the “Eiffel Veranda” as well as the
outdoor terrace overlook the glamorous Avenue
des Champs-Elysées. On the first floor, the five cosy
dining rooms is decorated in the “Second Empire”
refined style. 75 ave des Champs-Elysées (8th)
Laurent - Gourmet (€€€€)
This gourmet 1-star Michelin restaurant serving
sophisticated cuisine in a beautiful setting
with a garden is a Parisian institution. The finest
produce and products are used to prepare
seasonal French cuisine with a contemporary
touch. Mon-Fri L&D, Sat D only. 41 ave Gabriel (8th),
01.42.25.00.39. M° Champs-Elysées Clemenceau
Lasserre - Classic French (€€€€)
Chef Adrien Trouilloud serves an authentic and
refined cuisine revolving around fresh produce
in this historic one-star restaurant with its gliding
sunroof ceiling. Mon-Sat D only, Thu-Fri L only.
17 ave Franklin Delano Roosevelt (8th), 01.43.59.02.13.
M° Franklin D. Roosevelt
Monsieur - French (€€€€)
This contemporary hotel restaurant serves
authentic French cuisine inspired by the
countryside. The menu changes every month,
with a different region celebrated and served up
using the freshest ingredients. Mon-Fri L&D. Hotel
Lancaster, 7 rue de Berri (8th), 01.40.76.40.18. M° George V
Le 68 par Guy Martin - Contemporary (€€)
Tucked away downstairs in the historic Guerlain
boutique is a restaurant bursting with flavourful
dishes. The menu and restaurant have been
conceived by starred chef Guy Martin and the
dishes draw their inspiration from Guerlain’s
famous fragrances. 7/7, continuous, B, L, D. 68 ave
des Champs-Elysées (8th) 01.45.62.54.10. M° George V
Le Camondo - Contemporary (€€€)
This delightful restaurant in a private mansion is
adjacent to the museum of the same name. The
menu changes with the seasons and can include
a crab and grapefruit salad for starters followed
by filet of duck breast with figs. There are a host of
homemade pastries for dessert. Tues-Sat L&D, Sun
L only. 61bis rue de Monceau (8th), 01.45.63.40.40.
M° Villiers
Ledoyen - Gourmet (€€€€€)
This 3-star restaurant in an elegant 18th-century
pavilion with a Napoleon III decor in the gardens
of the Champs-Elysées, where chef Yannick
Alléno serves his unique gastronomic cuisine.
Tue-Fri L&D, Mon D. Carré des Champs-Elysées (8th),
01.53.05.10.00. M° Champs-Elysées-Clemenceau
Le Safran - Gourmet (€€€)
Fine French gastronomy and international
cuisine is served in the Art Deco ambiance
of this restaurant located inside the Hôtel du
Collectionneur. Daily L&D. 51-57 rue de Courcelles
(8th), 01.58.36.67.97. M° Courcelles
Les Confidences du San Régis - French (€€€)
In the chic 8th arrondissement just a few
steps from the Avenue des Champs-Elysées
is where you will find Hôtel San Régis’s cosy
winter garden restaurant. Under an illuminating
glass roof guests are invited to sample French
dishes including duck foie gras and a scallops
millefeuilles. Daily B, L&D. 12 rue Jean-Goujon (8th),
01.44.95.16.16. M ̊ Champs-Elysées-Clémenceau
Maison Blanche - Contemporary (€€€€)
Chef Fabrice Giraud prepares savoury and
refined fare that changes with the seasons.
Located on the 7th floor of the Théâtre des
Champs-Elysées, the restaurant with its garden
terrace overlooks the Eiffel Tower. Mon-Fri L&D/
Sat-Sun D. 15 ave Montaigne (8th), 01.47.23.55.99.
Mº Alma Marceau
Manko Paris - Peruvian (€€)
This charming Peruvian restaurant serves
up authentic fare in a beautiful setting. Try
specialities like the causa, a mashed potatoes
dish seasoned with lime and chilli peppers,
ceviches or ember oven-cooked dishes like
jumbo prawns flavoured with Nikkei marinade
and served with grilled shitake mushrooms.
Mon-Fri L&D, Sat D only. 15 ave Montaigne (8th),
01.82.28.00.15. M° Alma-Marceau
Yeeels - Contemporary (€€€)
This chic and trendy bar and restaurant offers
up fresh and inventive fare and both classic
and highly original cocktails in an elegant
atmosphere. For starters try the refreshing
gazpacho or asparagus with Parmesan cheese
and radishes. Main dishes can include salmon
with wild rice or a filet of Black Angus beef while
cheesecake and a raspberry based pastry are
stars of the dessert menu. Daily L&D. 24 ave
George V (8th), 01.42.88.75.75. M° George V
Around oPérA gArnier
& PigALLe (9th, 10th, 18th)
Bouillon Chartier - Classic French (€)
The mythical Parisian eatery where you
share a table with students, artists or elegant
businessmen. There is a daily set menu but each
day enjoy classics like hard-boiled eggs with
mayonnaise or grated carrots to start followed by
a hearty choucroute or chopped steak with chips.
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