Mythical restaurants or legendary cafés, their common denominator is an authentic, breathtaking setting, dating from the time of their creation… Here are the 7 spots you absolutely must visit during your stay in Paris. Or just to trust during your Sunday walk, to be amazed!
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The Grand Vefour
Established in the Place du Palais Royal since Revolution of 1789, Grand Véfour is an absolutely essential table. In the eyes of international critics, it embodies the excellence of French gastronomy. Featured in the ranking of the ten best restaurants in the world, the Grand Véfour is masterfully orchestrated by the chef Guy Martin, a virtuoso of Savoyard origin, showcasing contemporary cuisine dictated by pleasure and well-being.
Le Grand Véfour, 17 Rue de Beaujolais, 75001 Paris, 01 42 96 56 27 – BOOK
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The Cafe of Peace
Built in 1862 under Napoleon III, the Café de la Paix is a real Parisian institution, located in front of the Opéra Garnier. Since its opening, the restaurant has been the landmark of authors, actors, politicians and other notable Parisians. Listed as a historical monument, the restaurant has a magnificent Second Empire decor. Recently revamped by the interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon, the restaurant is now split into two atmospheres: “café” on the Opera side and “restaurant” on the Capucines side. But the period columns and sublime painted frescoes remain and amaze the eyes of its visitors... Orchestrated by the Chef Laurent Andre, the Café de la Paix offers the great classics of French gastronomy. In this unique place, you will feel all the elegance of Parisian life.
The Café de la Paix, 5 Place de l'Opéra 75009 Paris, 01 40 07 36 36 – BOOK
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Les Deux Magots
If in the last century, the famous café received the fine flower of the intellectual and artistic scene (Verlaine, Rimbaud, Mallarmé, Aragon, Sartre and Beauvoir, Hemingway, Picasso, to name but a few…) today the tradition continues and Les Deux Magots remains more than ever the favorite spot of Parisian personalities and international organizations from the political sphere, the arts, letters and the world of fashion. Whether in its superb historic room dominated by the statues of the two magots, on the terrace or in the garden to enjoy the bucolic view of Place Saint Germain, guests are welcomed throughout the day, from breakfast to dinner. Special mention for the excellent brunch, served on weekends.
Les Deux Magots, 6 Place Saint-Germain des Prés, 75006 Paris, 01 45 48 55 25 - BOOK
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Bouillon Racine
Created in 1906 near the Latin Quarter, the Bouillon Racine is a true Parisian institution. Famous "bouillon" in the Art Nouveau style, this restaurant offers traditional French dishes as well as contemporary recipes, made from fresh products and renewed with the seasons... Special mention for the sublime authentic decor which earned it the status of Historic Monument!
Bouillon Racine, 3 rue Racine, 75006 Paris, 01 44 32 15 60 – BOOK
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The Blue Train
Legendary station restaurant, The Blue Train is an institution of the Gare de Lyon. In this elegant setting composed of gilding, trim and sparkling chandeliers, passing travelers and other gourmets come to enjoy the French gourmet cuisine through 'homemade' dishes: lamb, tartare, duck foie gras, smoked salmon, Foyot roasted veal chop, rum baba… The great added value of Le Train Bleu lies in their extensive wine list.
The Blue Train, Place Louis-Armand, 75012 Paris, 01 43 43 09 06 – BOOK
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Brasserie Lipp
Mythical Germanopratine brewery, FLAG sits on Boulevard Saint-Germain from the nineteenth century. Never ceasing to attract personalities from the world of fashion, the social sphere or emblematic intellectuals, this chic place in the Art Nouveau decor has kept its charm and its incomparable French aesthetics… not to mention its menu, always the same for more than 60 years !
Brasserie Lipp, 151 Bld Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris, 01 45 48 53 91 – BOOK
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The dome
The dome is one of the best-known addresses in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, and has been since its creation in 1927 ! Real gem of theArt Déco (its Cubist-inspired mosaics are classified in the inventory of Historic Monuments), it represents the Parisian brasserie par excellence, the symbol of the living history of the district of Montparnasse. Many personalities then frequented this authentic traditional brasserie, from Man Ray to Picasso, via Aragon, Simenon or even Joséphine Baker…
La Coupole, 102 Boulevard du Montparnasse, 75014 Paris, 01 43 20 14 20 – BOOK
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