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1. Alléno Paris au Pavillon Ledoyen
$$$$ | Champs-Élysées |Tucked away in a quiet garden across from the Petit Palais, Ledoyen—open since 1779—is a study in Empire-style elegance (this is where Napoléon first met his eventual wife Joséphine). Star chef Yannick Alléno injects the three-star dining room with a frisson of modernity by putting fresh farmhouse ingredients front and center in his €415, 10-course tasting extravaganza (a seven-course menu is a slightly more reasonable €295). This may seem de trop, but in Alléno's hands dishes like smoked eel soufflé with watercress coulis and candied onion, tender mussels with tart green apple and caviar, or artichoke-and-Parmesan gratin are rendered as light as a feather. The desserts are tiny masterpieces.
1 av. Dutuit, Paris, Île-de-France, 75008, France01–53–05–10–01Known For
- One of the most romantic settings in Paris
- Lots of cool history
- Langoustine tart with caviar
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed weekends and Aug. No lunch, Reservations essential, Jacket required -
2. Assa
$$$$ | |While Blois is graced with several acclaimed restaurants, Assa is a relative newcomer to the scene and a total standout. The spare, serene dining room offers river views and Japanese-theme touches, which is your first clue of what's to come: masterfully prepared Asian-inflected dishes that are as beautiful as they are delicious. The market-fresh multicourse menus change almost daily and revolve around a theme that might include fish, meat, and vegetables. Although there are plenty of French delicacies—duck breast, foie gras, truffles—dishes are unique; think creamy shiitake soup followed by smoked tuna with lemongrass sauce and baby vegetables. Finish with a plate of Loire artisanal cheeses and a glass of local wine from the impeccable wine list.
189 quai Ulysse-Besnard, Blois, Centre-Val de Loire, 41000, France02–54–78–09–01Known For
- Much lighter fare than traditional French
- Excellent price-to-quality ratio
- Beautiful views
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues., Reservations essential -
3. Au Père Lapin
$$$ | |A culinary institution since 1861, this warm and welcoming retreat in the heights of Suresnes has served generations of Parisians and locals who flock here for a reliably delicious meal. With a crackling fire in winter and a flower-bedecked terrace in summer, you'll enjoy gastronomic versions of French classics in every season along with fantastic views of Paris and the Eiffel Tower. Chef Guillaume Delage, who's plied his craft in some of France's greatest kitchens, specializes in seasonal dishes with extravagant touches, like the lièvre à la royale (wild rabbit stuffed with foie gras and simmered in red wine), a staple on the menu since 1861. Desserts are equally delicious and an encyclopedic wine list delights aficionados and amateurs alike. Though the restaurant is worth a trip on its own, being a three-minute walk from the American Cemetery makes it the perfect spot before or after a visit.
10 rue du Calvaire, Île-de-France, 92150, France01–45–06–72–89Known For
- Top-quality classic French cuisine
- Tremendous views
- Historic recipe of wild rabbit stuffed with foie gras and simmered in red wine
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Rate Includes: No dinner Sun. -
4. Auberge du Père Bise
$$$$ | |For anyone who's never dined in one of France's grand old restaurants, this two-star stunner would be a fine start, set in a century-old chalet-inn in the tiny storybook village of Talloires on the incomparably beautiful Lac d'Annecy. From start to finish you'll be pampered in the old style. Although chef Jean Sulpice has updated the cuisine, dishes like veal carpaccio with white caviar and horseradish cream; poulet de Bresse stuffed with truffles and foie gras; and steamed lake fish with scallops, fennel, and ginger beurre blanc feature all the luxe ingredients that distinguish French gastronomy. On a warm day, a table on the gracious terrace overlooking the lake is a must. Prices are not for the fainthearted, but good memories are priceless.
303 rte. du Port, Annecy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, 74290, France04–50–60–72–01Known For
- Stunning lakeside setting
- Distinguished menu of French classics
- Legendary restaurant
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues., Wed., and mid-Dec.–mid-Feb., Reservations essential -
5. Aux Cerises
$ | Eiffel Tower |Don't expect to be mobbed by tourists at this bright café two minutes from the Champs de Mars. Locals love it for the sidewalk terrace and garden seating in the back—not to mention the good coffee, tea, and stellar brunch. Even if you don't snag a seat outside, the charming interior is a cheerful spot to tuck into a heaping plate of eggs Benedict, smoked salmon tartine, or avocado toast. There are also fresh fruit smoothies and home-baked pastries. Its all-day hours (seven days a week) makes it the perfect place for a well-priced lunch or teatime. Reservations are always a good idea, especially on weekends.
47 av. de Suffren, Paris, Île-de-France, France01–42–73–92–97Known For
- Superb brunch or lunch served seven days a week
- Reservations a good idea on weekends
- Minutes from the Eiffel Tower
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6. Caffè Stern
$$$ | Grands Boulevards |Lodged in one of Paris's most picturesque historic passages, the Italian Caffè Stern—a listed monument updated by designer Philippe Starck—is loaded with the sort of antique charm that makes a cup of coffee and dessert feel like a romantic moment in time. Full meals are a more elegant—and expensive—affair, though teatime (3 pm–6 pm, €26) and the prix-fixe lunch make for a more manageable splurge.
47 Passage des Panoramas, Paris, Île-de-France, 75002, France01–75–43–63–10Known For
- Superb historic setting in the Passage des Panoramas
- Gorgeous decor
- Top-notch food
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. -
7. Chez Gaster
$$ | |A picturesque 15th-century carved wood façade and medieval rafters set the scene for happy diners to feast on deeply satisfying French dishes updated to please modern palates. Chef Robin Pasquier, of Paris's legendary Akrame restaurant, serves a meat-centric menu (pigs' feet, veal brains) that does not skimp on the fish or vegetables, all carefully sourced from around Tours and prepared with a golden touch, with a stunning list of hand-picked wines to match.
27 rue Colbert, Tours, Centre-Val de Loire, 37000, France02–47–05–79–63Known For
- Imaginative pairings
- Locally sourced meats and veggies
- Beautiful setting
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. -
8. Comice
$$$$ | Western Paris |The culinary experience here is a progression of delights, from your first luscious sip of carrot vélouté to a light-as-air chocolate soufflé contrasted with a zesty yuzu macaron. In between, the set menu (€120 for four courses; €150 for five) may include dishes like butter-poached lobster with beets, onions, and horseradish cream or foie gras en terrine with quince, walnuts, and dates—all meticulously sourced from the finest producers around France—which will surprise, comfort, and deeply satisfy. Every detail in this Michelin-starred gem, from the stemware to the service, is poised, elegant, and precise.
31 av. de Versailles, Paris, Île-de-France, 75015, France01–42–15–55–70Known For
- Perfect service and presentation
- Beautiful, serene setting
- Excellent selection of mostly natural wines
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed weekends. No lunch, Reservations essential -
9. David Toutain
$$$$ | Eiffel Tower |Although two-Michelin-star chef David Toutain's approach may be exasperatingly conceptual for some, others find his earthy, surprising, and inspired concoctions utterly thrilling. Each dish is a lesson in contrasts—of temperature, texture, and flavor—as well as a feat of composition: briny oysters, brussels sprouts, and foie gras in a warm potato consommé; creamy raw oysters with tart kiwi and yuzu; crispy pork chips alongside velvety smoked potato puree. Toutain has a particular soft spot for root vegetables and truffles, which he sprinkles liberally throughout dishes like salsify broth with lardo and black truffle.
29 rue Surcouf, Paris, Île-de-France, 75007, France01–45–50–11–10Known For
- Equally wonderful choices for vegetarians and carnivores
- Epitome of "seasonal" cuisine
- Plenty of avant-garde thrills
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed weekends. No lunch Wed., Reservations essential -
10. Ezia
$$ | |Subtle, delicate, and delectable are just a few words that spring to mind when describing the masterful cuisine of chef Nicolas Aubry, who earned his second Michelin star in 2018 and has now taken the reins of this contemporary dining room. It's become a top dining experience in the area, and if you feel like lingering over the sublime wine pairings, the four chic guest rooms are a great way to top off your evening. A 10-minute drive (and an easy bike ride) to both Blois and Chambord, Ezia is convenient to major sights.
17 rue de Chambord, Montlivault, Centre-Val de Loire, 41350, France02–54–20–62–30Known For
- Lovely setting
- Warm welcome and service
- Stunning cuisine
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon., Reservations essential -
11. Flaveurs
$$$$ | |If you think the Pic empire has a lock on Valence gastronomy, think again: the extraordinary precision and refinement of Baptiste Poinot's cooking makes a foodie stopover in Valence an absolute must. Though the dining room itself is a bit on the quirky side, there is nothing to quibble over when it comes to the gorgeous presentation and scintillating tastes in dishes like melt-in-your-mouth trout fillet with salsify puree and crunchy grains of roasted buckwheat all in a cloud of curried foam. Desserts are equally tantalizing and the bountiful cheese cart is a sight to behold. The €38 lunch menu is a good introduction to this marvelous Michelin-starred cuisine.
32 rue Grande, Valence, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, 26000, France04–75–56–08–40Known For
- Exquisite presentation
- Off-the-charts innovation
- Exceptional cheese cart
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed weekends and mid-Dec.–Jan. No lunch Mon., Reservations essential -
12. Frédéric Cassel
$ | |A mandatory stop for pastry- and chocolate-lovers alike, this master pâtissier excels in classic French confections with all the bells and whistles. Light as air and made with the best ingredients, Cassel's award-winning creations are as beautiful as they are scrumptious. The sinful mille-feuille comes in five flavors, including sweet chestnut and Earl Gray tea; the tarte duo de cerise mixes tart and sweet cherries with almond cream; and some say his classic macaron is one of the best in France. Chocolates are freshly made on the premises. Don't miss the lovely tea salon for lunch or a midday break, where you can choose from a gourmet menu of hot and cold dishes for lunch and a large selection of Dammann Frères teas, coffée, chocolat chaud, and pastries.
21 rue des Sablons, Fontainebleau, Île-de-France, 77300, France01–60–71–00–64Known For
- To-die-for mille-feuille
- Chocolates, caramels, and other French specialty sweets that make great gifts
- Classic French tea salon
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner -
13. Frenchie
$$$$ | Grands Boulevards |Set in a brick-and-stone-walled building on a pedestrian street near Rue Montorgueil, Frenchie has quickly become one of the most hard-to-book bistros in town, with tables booked months in advance, despite two seatings each evening. This success is due to the good-value, €140 five-course dinner menu (prix fixe only); boldly flavored dishes such as calamari gazpacho with squash blossoms or melt-in-the-mouth braised lamb with roasted eggplant and spinach are excellent options. Service can be, shall we say, a tad brusque, but for some that's a small price to pay for food this good.
5 rue du Nil, Paris, Île-de-France, 75002, France01–40–39–96–19Known For
- Casual laid-back atmosphere that belies the ultrasophisticated dishes
- Extensive and original wine list
- Graciously accommodating to vegetarians
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed weekends, 2 wks in Aug., and 10 days at Christmas. No lunch, Reservations essential -
14. Gill Côté Bistro
$$$ | Le Vieux-Marché |With two Michelin stars under his toque for his tony gastronomic Restaurant Gill, chef Gilles Tournadre jumped at the chance to open a bistro on Rouen's storied Place du Vieux-Marché. Sleek and modern, it specializes in updated bistro fare, offering a great value fixed-price menu.
14 pl. du Vieux-Marché, Rouen, Normandy, 76000, France02–35–89–88–72Known For
- Beloved French classics like tête de veau
- Local dishes like Rouen-style duck terrine
- Online reservations recommended
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15. Gordon Ramsay au Trianon
$$$$ | |Worldwide chef sensation Gordon Ramsay brings his conversation-worthy cuisine to this Versailles berth. Picture exemplary entrées like ravioli of langoustines and lobster cooked in a Riesling bisque with Petrossian caviar and lime consommé, or Périgord foie gras done "2 ways," roasted with a beetroot tart and pressed with green apple and Sauternes, all available on an expensive five-course tasting menu at dinner. The Trianon's more casual, 60-seat Véranda restaurant (open for lunch and dinner) is also under Ramsay's sway, and in its black-and-white contemporary setting you can opt for his "light, modern take" on bistro novelties like radicchio and Parmesan risotto with chorizo oil. Teatime provides a delightful (and more reasonable) restorative for weary château-goers, with a French twist on high tea: scones, madeleines, and heavenly macarons.
1 bd. de la Reine, Versailles, Île-de-France, 78000, France01–30–84–50–18Known For
- Stellar cuisine from a star chef
- More casual Véranda outpost next door
- One Michelin star
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch, Reservations essential, Jacket required -
16. Guy Savoy
$$$$ | St-Germain-des-Prés |Within the beautifully restored Monnaie de Paris, you'll find star chef Guy Savoy's hallowed dining room. The market-fresh menu features à la carte classics such as artichoke truffle soup or red mullet fish, but if you want the ultimate gourmet dining experience, splurge on the 13-course, €630 tasting menu. The more modest eight-course lunch menu will only set you back €260, and these prices do not include wine. Whatever you order, every dish is a work of art.
11 quai de Conti, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France01–43–80–40–61Known For
- Gorgeous setting overlooking the Seine
- Intimate, art-filled dining rooms
- One of Paris's most highly rated dining experiences
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon., and 1 wk at Christmas. No lunch Sat., Reservations essential, Jacket required -
17. Hercule Poireau
$$$ | |No detective work is needed to find this popular spot—just follow the trail of local gourmands who make a beeline to this classic Périgord restaurant for its delicious cuisine and romantic ambience. Set in Périgeux's old town, you'll dine under vaulted stone walls almost as old as the Saint-Front cathedral a few steps away. Be sure to order the house-made foie gras served with passion fruit confiture or roasted duck breast with caramelized apples and cassis-"perfumed" spring vegetables. Everything here is homemade and seasonal so the menu changes frequently. Be sure to reserve ahead.
2 rue de la Nation, Périgueux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, 24000, France05–53–08–90–76Known For
- Housemade foie gras served with passion fruit confiture
- One of the town's most popular restaurants (be sure to reserve ahead)
- To-die-for desserts
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed., Reservations essential -
18. Hibiscus
$$ | |At this petite 22-seat dining room conveniently set on a bustling pedestrian street between the cathedral and the river, everything converges to make your dining experience a truly memorable one. Beautiful presentation complements surprising pairings; think cod with celery risotto in a bergamot emulsion, delicious white asparagus gratin with comté cheese, or, for dessert, delectably moist carrot cake with candied carrots served with yuzu-infused salted caramel and savory ice cream. The restaurant really shines at dinnertime (be sure to reserve well ahead), but lunch is a great introduction to this splendid cuisine.
175 rue de Bourgogne, Orléans, Centre-Val de Loire, 45000, France02–38–72–74–11Known For
- Artful presentation
- Unbelievable price-to-quality ratio
- Reservations needed for dinner
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon., Reservations essential -
19. Jean Imbert au Plaza Athénée
$$$$ | Champs-Élysées |In one of the most anticipated announcements in the Parisian food world, the Plaza Athénée named talented young chef Jean Imbert, a protégé of his predecessor Alain Ducasse, as head of their new temple to gastronomy. A long marble table is the centerpiece of this opulently refurbished dining room (which seems to take Versailles as its model), and the menu is no less splendid, with options like Casparian imperial caviar, Bellevue lobster in a foie gras broth flecked with black truffle, and whole turbot masterfully boned table-side. Each dish goes the extra mile, and that goes for the desserts by pastry chefs Angelo Musa and Elisabeth Hot too. Even among the gilding, marble, Aubusson carpets, and towering chandeliers, a feeling of intimacy prevails, with splashes of candlelight for romance.
25 av. Montaigne, Paris, Île-de-France, 75008, France01–53–67–65–00Known For
- Gorgeous, über-opulent dining room
- Rising star chef
- Exemplary service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch Tues.–Fri., Reservations required -
20. Jeanette
$$ | |The sleek, loft-like bistrot won a Michelin Bib Gourmand award for its great-value, top-quality market menu that's reinvented daily according to the inspiration of the two young chefs and "what the earth offers us." Along with stunning dishes that please the eye as much as the palate—white asparagus with pistachio mousseline; locally made burrata with wild garlic, herbs, and leeks; gyoza dumplings with homemade kimchi and locally grown shiitakes—you'll find a tantalizing list of local organic wines. As a foodie favorite in Grenoble, be sure to make reservations whether you're coming for lunch or dinner.
3 rue Génissieu, Grenoble, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, 38000, France09–54–61–61–54Known For
- Reservations a must
- Chic setting
- Eye-popping value
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Tues. No lunch Mon., Reservations essential
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