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Drouant Review
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Drouant
$$-$$$, Modern French, Opéra/Grands Boulevards
Fodor's Review:
Modern French
Drouant. Best known for the literary prizes awarded here since 1914, Drouant has shed its dusty image to become a forward-thinking restaurant. The man behind the transformation is Alsatian chef Antoine Westermann, who runs the hit bistro Mon Vieil Ami on the Ile St-Louis. At Drouant the menu is more playful, revisiting the French hors d'oeuvres tradition with starters that come as a series of four plates. Diners can pick from themes such as French classics (like a deconstructed oeuf mayonnaise and leek salad) or convincing minitakes on Thai and Moroccan dishes. Main courses similarly encourage grazing with accompaniments that appear in little cast-iron pots and white porcelain dishes. Even desserts take the form of several tasting plates. Pace yourself here, since portions are generous and the cost of a meal quickly adds up. The revamped dining room is bright and cheery, though the designer has gone slightly overboard with the custard yellow paint and fabrics.
INFO
- Address: 18 rue Gaillon, Opera/Les Halles, Paris
- Phone: 01-42-65-15-16
- Web site
- Credit Cards: AE, DC, MC, V
- Metro: Pyramides
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