The best Restaurants in Paris: Redefined icons and new additions
As the gourmet capital of the world, Paris is constantly changing: icons are reinvented, while newcomers revitalize the scene. These spots are definitely worth a stop.
23 May 2024
Renaissance
Maxim's
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The Parisian landmark is back! The rebirth of this Art Nouveau jewel comes with a slight facelift by Cordelia de Castellane. The menu celebrates the great classics of French cuisine.
Maxims's
3 Rue Royale, 75008 Paris, France
Tel.: +33 1 42 65 27 94
Web: restaurant-maxims.com
La Tour d'Argent
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The historic restaurant that inspired the Pixar film "Ratatouille" has been given a new lease on life. What remains is their signature duck dish, which was created in 1890 and has been served millions of times since.
La Tour d'Argent
15 Quai de la Tournelle, 75005 Paris, France
Tel.: +33 1 43 54 23 31
Web: tourdargent.com
Lapérouse
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Under Benjamin Patou, great-grandnephew of fashion designer Jean Patou and head of the Moma Group (Noto, Manko, etc.), the Parisian institution has been given a new look; chef Jean-Pierre Vigato celebrates neoclassical cuisine.
Lapérouse
51 Quai des Grands Augustins, 75006 Paris, France
Tel.: +33 1 43 26 68 04
Web: laperouse-paris.fr
New Openings
Hakuba
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Since March, the trendy luxury hotel Cheval Blanc has been home to a fourth restaurant, Hakuba (Japanese for “white horse”), which serves the creations of sushi master and Michelin-starred chef Takuya Watanabe.
Hakuba
8 Quai du Louvre, 75001 Paris, France
Tel.: +33 1 40 28 00 00
Web: chevalblanc.com
Kapara
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Farewell, "Balagan", bonjour "Kapara": In the Rue d'Alger, just behind the renowned hotel "Le Meurice", Israeli star chef Assaf Granit has reinvented himself with his new place, "Kapara" - however, the great atmosphere has remained the same.
Kapara
9 Rue d'Alger 75001 Paris, France
Tel.: +33 7 67 40 56 29
Web: kaparaparis.com
Lafayette's Paris
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The former townhouse of the Marquis de Lafayette is home to the Moma Group’s latest restaurant: At the helm is Mory Sacko, one of the most sought-after young chefs – he graced the cover of the “TIME 100 Next” magazine, for instance.
Lafayette's
8 Rue d'Anjou, 75008 Paris, France
Tel.: +33 1 40 17 04 77
Web: lafayettes-restaurant.com
This article appeared in the Falstaff TRAVEL issue Spring 2024.
