Deja_Sue

My husband and I will be taking our first trip to Paris in two weeks. One of our special treats will be dinner at Taillevant. Will a black pencil skirt, jacket and heels be dressy enough? Will my husband need to wear a suit or will jacket and tie be appropriate?

Deja_Sue

One additional note: I'm 50 and my style is more classic that high fashion.

cigalechanta

Your choice is fine. Tell me when you return, if Taillevant is worth it so I can start saving
Jacket and tie will be fine.

Deja_Sue

Thanks. One of my husband's co-workers said it's not to be missed, so we're just going to bite the bullet and take out a second mortgage if we have to, to pay for it.

Ian

Taillevant is 'casual' elegent, so jacket & tie is fine. The service is second to none imho. Have the Taster's Menu if your budget allows.

Ian

Deja_Sue

Could I get away with a nice pants suit then? (Black silk slacks and jacket) Or is a skirt de rigeur?

cigalechanta

That's OK

Ian

C'mon. Dress up. It's Paris . . . you'll love it.

Ian

Ian

Oh. btw only the gentleman's menu has prices . . .

Ian

Deja_Sue

Heh, then he'll get to have the heart attack then.

Ian

A secret: When you walk into the lobby, directly in front of you (at the back) is a closed door. That's where they have video monitors to watch the table action & 'suggest' service tips to your waiters . . .

Ian

gracejoan3

My every trip to Paris includes at least one dining at
Taillevent. I was there in Feb. and I have a reservation for October.

You would be fine in a nice pants suit if that would be easier for your trip planning....on the other hand, you might like to go the skirt route.

You will definitely enjoy the experience. Jean-Claude Vrinat does an excellent job with this fine restaurant.

Enjoy.........

ira

Hi DS,

Jacket and tie will be fine, although a tux would be better.

>only the gentleman's menu has prices ..

Which is why the lady orders "from the middle of the menu".

Dishes are listed in order of price, from low (top) to hight (bottom), or vv.

Deja_Sue

I'll post more about it later when I'm not still so jet-lagged, but Taillevant is SO worth it. We threw caution (and our credit card) to the wind and went with one of the tasing menus. Everything was Su.Perb. The food, the wine, the service were all so far beyond anything we've ever experienced in the States, and we've been to some pretty nice restaurants.

Oh, and they seem to have caught up with the times. My menu had prices on it as well.

StCirq

Yes. Dress sexy. It will be fine.

cigalechanta

Thanks for getting back to us, Deja_sue . Lots ask these questions and never report back. I'm happy Taillevant was so great. How long in advance did you make reservations? Yes, about the menus, I've noticed in most places it has changed.

Deja_Sue

I think we made the reservations about 4 weeks in advance. Interestingly, they're only open M-F for dinner, closed on weekends.

Micheline

I think a beautiful black silk suit is every bit as dressy as a skirt and jacket.

gracejoan3

Glad that you enjoyed it...I always do!!

My October reservations were made shortly after my return in Feb. I e-mailed the Maitre d'Hotel.

Nice people and lovely place.

apoolshark

We were in Paris in October and ate at Robechun, Guy Savoy and Taillevent. Taillevent was so much better than the other 2. Your clothes seem fine. You will have an incredible time. Enjoy yourselves. We are planning on going back this Oct and will definitely book a table at Taillevent. They have excellent food and make you feel very welcome