The French…they love—no, are in-love– with food. There seems to be an open romance with Europeans and food that most people might find unique but that is something that makes France, or Paris in particular such a pleasure to visit. Even if your reason is just to eat, or buy a bread, or get an authentic omelette du Frommage, it is all worth it, because dining in Paris is a true journey on its own. Here is a list of restaurants offering fine dining and traditional French cuisine. Try them out and enjoy the unique gastronomic journey that they can offer you.
Fine French Dining
Le Meurice
The interiors of this fine restaurant at Hotel Meurice will transform any beast to a refined gourmand. It was redecorated by the renowned Philippe Starck. There may be some modern twists to its classical interiors; it still kept much of its French allure and charm. The chef, Yannick Aleno, holds 3 Michelin stars and he has a very inventive way of cooking, based on vintage Escoffier techniques. For, ma diverse range of lovely dishes, he mixes rare produce from Ile de France.
Carre des Feuillants
Always aiming for perfection but still with a bit of quirkiness, completing its refined French Charm, eating at Carre des Feuillants is always a pleasure. With its clean and simple interiors, diners experience tasteful environment that really emphasizes the stars of the restaurant: the food. Enjoy incredible cuisines inspired from the Southwest of France. Enjoy unique dishes made from seasonal ingredients, masterfully rendered to perfection.
Traditional French cuisine
LE TRAVERSIÈRE
Offering a traditional décor it shows an easy going attitude, very much like its owner and chef, Johny Benariac. Ingredients are always fresh and are chosen meticulously in order to create an impeccable traditional French dish that really stands out. Every month, the menu changes, always giving their patrons something to look forward to. The wine selection is also diverse with classic options and some new, but promising ones.
La Table Lauriston
Warm colors, ambient lighting and a compact, homey style, La Trable Lauriston offers a colorful palette of colors into his traditional French restaurant, with incredibly colorful dishes to match. The food has that emotional feel to it, made meticulously without losing that refined and warm touch to it.