10 popular restaurants to discover around the capital

Around the capital, several bourgeois towns are home to trendy gourmet addresses. Creative cuisine, verdant surroundings or refined fusion: each of these 10 restaurants is well worth a visit.

Chez Thaï – Neuilly-sur-Seine

This discreet spot appeals as much to chic residents as to fans of cutting-edge Thai cuisine.
Pad Thaï with shrimp and beef with basil remain must-tries.
Portions are generous, service impeccable. The decor blends lacquered wood with contemporary touches. Perfect for an elegant dinner without entering Paris.

Le Marguerite 1606 – Issy-les-Moulineaux

Nestled in the Domaine Reine Margot, this bistronomic restaurant revisits plant-based cuisine.
The chef showcases local produce in plates that are as beautiful as they are tasty.
The uncluttered dining room overlooks a hanging garden, which is very popular in summer.
The weekend brunch attracts families and neo-parisians who come to take a breather.

Saperlipopette – Puteaux

This is one of the most popular restaurants in western Paris. Conceived by Norbert Tarayre, this place revisits modern French cuisine. The cooking is precise and the dishes bold. Special mention should be made of the pigeon in cocoa sauce.
Ideal for an impressive business lunch or gourmet dinner.

Baca’v – Boulogne-Billancourt

Here, Émile Cotte (formerly of Tour d’Argent) delivers a haute couture brasserie score.
À la carte: mature meats, roasted vegetables and ultra gourmet desserts. The industrial chic setting appeals to Boulogne’s young professionals.
Great value for money at lunchtime, especially for fans of revisited local dishes.

Quinte & Sens – La Défense

This restaurant in the Pullman La Défense building caters for busy executives and discerning gourmets alike. The menu explores five types of cooking, from grill to wok.
Dressings are clean and flavors are straightforward. We recommend the semi-cooked tuna and the meats cooked on a hot stone. Smooth service, even at peak times.

Le Franc Tireur – Levallois-Perret

This pocket bistro offers a true interlude of conviviality. There are no frills here: blanquette, calf’s liver and rum baba are all homemade. You’ll soon feel right at home. Regulars book several days in advance.
A sure bet for sincere cuisine.

La Passerelle – Issy-les-Moulineaux

On the banks of the Seine, Mickaël Meziane ‘s menu is short but always inspired.
The produce is ultra-fresh, and the cooking just right. The view of the water at sunset is spectacular. A chic atmosphere without excess, often fully booked at weekends.

Le Sain Sert – Puteaux

This cleverly-named restaurant offers traditional French cuisine with a modern twist.
Each dish is accompanied by a fine selection of organic wines. The shady terrace in summer is an asset. Special mention for their farmhouse poultry with morel mushroom sauce.

Mano – Boulogne-Billancourt

Cosy atmosphere, creative dishes, discreet but inspired chef.
Maximilien Kuzniar prepares seasonal cuisine using raw ingredients.Smoked perfect eggs, marinated vegetables and fresh herbs delight curious palates.
The dining room is small, so book ahead.

Polpo Brasserie – Levallois-Perret

Situated on a barge on the banks of the Seine, this seafood brasserie attracts large crowds.
Holiday decor and large platters of seafood to share. A festive atmosphere, perfect for an evening with friends. The panoramic terrace is invaded in spring.

These 10 addresses around Paris prove that the suburbs are brimming with gastronomic talent.
Whether for a business lunch or a romantic dinner, leave the ring road without regret.
Book early: the chic suburbs have never been so popular when it comes to food.