If you forgot Mother's Day this year, you only have one solution left to make up for it: take your darling mom to the restaurant! Paris Select unveils 10 welcoming restaurants that will do just the trick… Follow the guide!
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If she likes French cuisine, chic and refined: Le Laurent
Mythical restaurant in the heart of Champs-Élysées garden, Laurent is a true reference of high gastronomy. The kitchen of the new Chef Justin Schmitt wants to be more greedy, contemporary, colorful and this reveals delicious food to be enjoyed in a sublime neoclassical setting. Right now, you can sit down on their bucolic terrace, a true haven of peace where calm and voluptuousness reign… With its impeccable service and intimate atmosphere, the Laurent is undeniably one of the most select restaurants in the capital.
Laurent, 41 Avenue Gabriel, 75008 Paris. 01 42 25 00 39
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If she likes American cuisine: Renoma Café
Located on Avenue George V, the Renoma Cafe Gallery looks like a kind of new york loft with a little French touch. Both book-shop and restaurant, its reputation precedes it, attracting both Parisians looking for new places and tourists from all over the world… À la carte: cheeseburger, Angus meat, beef with Béarnaise sauce… Every Sunday, you can taste a fabulous american style brunch, with entertainment for your children and from October, the oyster bar is open with the finest selection of Gillardeau, Marennes Oléron, whelks and other shrimps… A nice balance in a spacious and comfortable setting between French gastronomy and the spirit of a modern New York.
Renoma Cafe Gallery, 32 Avenue George V – 45 Rue Pierre Charron 75008 Paris. 01 47 20 46 19
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If she likes Balinese cuisine: Jakarta Bali
Restaurant Jarkarta Bali welcomes its visitors to a warm and ethnic atmosphere which has no equal: a change of scenery and delight are in order in this cocoon, which, a few minutes from the Louvre, is a true invitation to travel. A delicious and gourmet menu is offered, with Rijsttafael, tasting menus offering exceptional dishes with, among other things, the best Rendang (beef simmered for eight hours) that is. To be enjoyed while contemplating a balinese dance, which takes place every Friday.
Jakarta Bali, 9 rue Vauvilliers 75001 Paris. 01 45 08 83 11
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If she likes oriental specialties: Maison Noura
Enthroned on theMarceau Avenue, Maison Noura undeniably represents LA Parisian reference for lovers of oriental cuisine. Woodwork, gilding, chandeliers and velvet benches... In this sublime setting worthy of thousand and one Night, the house offers crazy mezes to share: hummus, traditional tabbouleh, Samaké Harra, Labné with Halloumi bottarga & eggplant tempura, Sultan Ibrahim fillet smoked with cedar, "shishbarak" ravioli but also several dishes of anthology like the royal lamb confit smoked with cedar, Sayadieh of black cod, smoked with fish & caramelized onions… Finally, we discover the sweet delights, always to share! Assortment of baklawas (4 pieces), Mouhalabié with candied kumquat, Lebanese flan with orange blossom, Red fruits with orange blossom…
Noura House, 21 Avenue Marceau, 75116 Paris. 01 47 20 33 33
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If she likes Chinese food: Taokan
At Taokan, we discover contemporary Chinese gastronomy. In a chic setting refined and elegant decor, you can taste local specialties including spring rolls and the famous Dim Sum, performed under the eyes of the guests. Dishes prepared from the best ingredients, fresh and original. Ultimate crush for soft crabs sautéed salt and pepper… With its cozy atmosphere and smiling welcome, the spirit of Taokan will satisfy even the most demanding.
Taokan Saint Germain des Pres, 8 rue du Sabot 75006 Paris. 01 42 84 18 36 & Taokan Saint Honore, 1 rue du Mont Thabor 75001 Paris. 01 42 61 97 88
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If she likes African cuisine: African Lounge
For more than 10 years now, African Lounge represents the Parisian reference of African cuisine. In this chic and contemporary setting in red-brown tones, we discover the best African cuisine has to offer. À la carte: Pastelles of fish or meat, fritters of cod fritters, chicken tiep and attieké and alloco braised tilapia, not to mention the Nigerian tripe, delicious... Impossible not to succumb to the tasty food and l'cozy and warm atmosphere from this beautiful address, a stone's throw from the Champs-Élysées.
African Lounge, 20 Bis Rue Jean Giraudoux, 75016 Paris.
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If she likes Thai food: Silk'n'Spice
In this haunt dedicated to Thai gastronomy, Sophie Kim welcomes us in a very classy setting. In the kitchen, we enjoy chicken skewers with yellow curry, pat thai with shrimp to die for, ravioli stuffed with chopped shrimp and squid or beef simmered in green curry and other spicy soups… Chief Yuphen Sianghen offers wonderful culinary journey which delights our taste buds. As generous as it is fine and meticulous, his cuisine reflects the image of the restaurant and accurately recreates the country's terroir. This Thai restaurant in the heart of the neighborhood Montorgueil is very popular with lovers of Asian cuisine.
Silk & Spice, 6 rue Mandar, 75002, Paris.
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If it is literary: The Publishers
Like an ode to the neighborhood, near 5000 books are scattered all over the restaurant Editors. Big club armchairs, soft benches... We are immediately imbued with warm spirit of the place. On the menu, the bistronomy classics French rub shoulders. Between well-stocked salads, a club sandwich to die for or very good meats, our heart swings. It is also interesting to look at the daily specials of the chef Julien Deleury which adapt to seasons and always seem to meet our desires of the moment. The desserts are the perfect touch to end our meal and we can only advise you to taste the cheesecake or their famous French toast. One delight your taste buds won't soon forget. All occasions are good to discover this beautiful inspiring address!
Editors, 4 crossroads of the Odéon, 75006 Paris.
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If she likes Italian cuisine: Villa Sophia
Close to the Champs-Élysées, this Italian-style brasserie has perfectly combined traditional and modern cuisine. In this elegant setting, the actress Sophia Loren is honored with several of his portraits hanging on the walls. Renowned for its fresh produce and impeccable service, this spacious Italian restaurant and wine bar specializes in pizza. If the seafood one is absolutely exquisite, we also recommend theMilanese veal cutlet and the wonderful house risottos. To share a hearty meal, do not miss this friendly spot and refined located in the district ofAlma Marceau !
Villa Sophia, 53 Rue de Chaillot, 75116 Paris. 09 82 60 24 26
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If she likes Indian food: Nirvana India
Located in the 8th arrondissement, on the edge of the city lights, Nirvana India welcomes his guests into a secret room. Decorated with panache by Kiran Grover Gupta, they immediately set the tone. Between the chandeliers, mirrors, gilding and characters from Indian mythology… The atmosphere is already marked.
We then discover an authentic cuisine of northern India and Mughal, delicately scented. And never too spicy! This therefore translates into tasty dishes: chicken tendoori, Goan Prawn Curry, Palak Paneer, lamb skewer… Everything is simply delicious. Since 20 , the house chefs combine the freshest ingredients with family recipes. To accompany this meal, the establishment also offers a fine wine list.
Nirvana India, 6 Rue de Moscow, 75008 Paris. 01 45 22 27 12
