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A gourmand's guide to fine dining in Paris

Explore the epitome of culinary excellence with our carefully curated list of the most elegant and sophisticated restaurants in the heart of Paris, France. Each venue is renowned for its exquisite cuisine, impeccable service, and luxurious ambiance, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. This list serves as a gateway to the vibrant world of Parisian gastronomy, where traditional flavors meet contemporary innovation.

Le Jules Verne
Le Jules Verne

Paris, France

Iconic Michelin-starred restaurant located on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, offering panoramic views of Paris.

L'Ambroisie
L'Ambroisie

Paris, France

A classic three Michelin-starred restaurant situated in a historic square in the Marais district, known for its refined French cuisine.

Le Cinq
Le Cinq

Paris, France

Elegant restaurant within the Four Seasons Hotel George V, celebrated for its French gastronomic heritage and two Michelin stars.

Pierre Gagnaire
Pierre Gagnaire

Paris, France

High-end restaurant run by its namesake chef, showcasing innovative dishes that have earned it three Michelin stars.

Guy Savoy
Guy Savoy

Paris, France

Restaurant of the famed chef Guy Savoy, offering an haute cuisine experience that has garnered three Michelin stars.

Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée
Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée

Paris, France

Located in the prestigious Plaza Athénée, this restaurant features a unique concept of 'naturalness' cuisine under the direction of Alain Ducasse.

Arpège
Arpège

Paris, France

Chef Alain Passard’s boutique restaurant where vegetarian, seafood, and meat dishes are crafted into an art form, earning three Michelin stars.

Le Pré Catelan
Le Pré Catelan

Paris, France

Luxurious dining in a Napoleon III style pavilion in the Bois de Boulogne, led by chef Frédéric Anton.

L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon Étoile
L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon Étoile

Paris, France

Part of the esteemed Joël Robuchon franchise, this restaurant offers a distinctive approach to fine dining with an interactive counter setting.

Epicure
Epicure

Paris, France

Nestled in Le Bristol Paris, Epicure boasts traditional French luxury dining with an emphasis on refined simplicity and three Michelin stars.

Le Meurice Alain Ducasse
Le Meurice Alain Ducasse

Paris, France

This opulent dining room in Le Meurice hotel reflects Alain Ducasse’s culinary philosophy with a focus on precision and clarity in flavor.

David Toutain
David Toutain

Paris, France

Innovative and modern, Chef David Toutain's eponymous restaurant represents his personal culinary vision and commitment to organic produce.

Septime
Septime

Paris, France

One of Paris’ hottest reservations, Septime mixes modern aesthetic sensibilities with sustainable gastronomy to sterling effect.

Yam’Tcha
Yam’Tcha

Paris, France

Chef Adeline Grattard crafts a Franco-Chinese fusion menu featured in a cozy setting that beautifully blends cross-cultural influences.

La Tour d'Argent
La Tour d'Argent

Paris, France

Historical restaurant known for its duck specialities and extensive wine list, along with magnificent views over the Seine and Notre-Dame.

Lasserre
Lasserre

Paris, France

Famed for its retractable roof and premium French cuisine, Lasserre is a blend of elegant ambiance and culinary masterpiece.

Le Train Bleu
Le Train Bleu

Paris, France

Situated in the Gare de Lyon, Le Train Bleu offers a grand Belle Époque interior with classic French dishes reminiscent of the golden age of train travel.

Le Chateaubriand
Le Chateaubriand

Paris, France

Internationally acclaimed bistro that redefines expectations with its experimental five-course tasting menu driven by seasonal ingredients.

Restaurant Le Gabriel
Restaurant Le Gabriel

Paris, France

Located in La Réserve Hotel, Le Gabriel offers a pristine luxury dining experience, featuring two Michelin stars.

Le Clarence
Le Clarence

Paris, France

Two Michelin stars shine at this venue offering dishes inspired by French culinary history in a luxurious townhouse setting.

Kei Restaurant
Kei Restaurant

Paris, France

Chef Kei Kobayashi applies his Japanese heritage to craft exceptional French cuisine leading to three Michelin stars.

La Scène
La Scène

Paris, France

Chef Stéphanie Le Quellec showcases her skills in an open kitchen, drawing diners directly into the experience.

Ogata
Ogata

Paris, France

A serene haven specializing in Japanese haute cuisine in Paris’s historic district Le Marais.

114 Faubourg
114 Faubourg

Paris, France

Celebrated as an accessible entry point into haute cuisine with one Michelin star in the luxurious Le Bristol Paris.

Clover Grill
Clover Grill

Paris, France

Jean-François Piège’s grill-centric concept in a stylish, charcoal-burned setting, spotlighting locally sourced meats.

Grand Véfour
Grand Véfour

Paris, France

Historic dining spot in the Palais-Royal gardens, known for its acclaimed French culinary art and luxurious ornate decorations.

Pavillon Puebla
Pavillon Puebla

Paris, France

Nestled in Parc des Buttes Chaumont, this lesser-known jewel offers a tranquil dining escape with spectacular park views.

Le Ciel de Paris
Le Ciel de Paris

Paris, France

Located on the top floor of the Montparnasse Tower, offering breathtaking city views along with its fine cuisine.

Restaurant Pages
Restaurant Pages

Paris, France

An intimate and minimalist setting where Japanese precision meets French culinary tradition.

Qui Plume la Lune
Qui Plume la Lune

Paris, France

Chef Jacky Ribault orchestrates a divine tasting menu that blends local ingredients with whimsical execution.

NE/SO
NE/SO

Paris, France

Under the guidance of Chef Guillaume Sanchez, NE/SO pushes the boundaries of modern French cooking, focusing on mood and sensory experiences.

Le Derriere
Le Derriere

Paris, France

A playful and eclectic dining spot known for both its unique decor, mimicking a Parisian apartment, and its diverse menu offerings.

Le Jules Verne Iconic Michelin-starred restaurant located on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, offering panoramic views of Paris.

Le Jules Verne
Le Jules Verne Iconic Michelin-starred restaurant located on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, offering panoramic views of Paris.
L'Ambroisie A classic three Michelin-starred restaurant situated in a historic square in the Marais district, known for its refined French cuisine.

L'Ambroisie
L'Ambroisie A classic three Michelin-starred restaurant situated in a historic square in the Marais district, known for its refined French cuisine.
Le Cinq Elegant restaurant within the Four Seasons Hotel George V, celebrated for its French gastronomic heritage and two Michelin stars.

Le Cinq
Le Cinq Elegant restaurant within the Four Seasons Hotel George V, celebrated for its French gastronomic heritage and two Michelin stars.
Pierre Gagnaire High-end restaurant run by its namesake chef, showcasing innovative dishes that have earned it three Michelin stars.

Pierre Gagnaire
Pierre Gagnaire High-end restaurant run by its namesake chef, showcasing innovative dishes that have earned it three Michelin stars.
Guy Savoy Restaurant of the famed chef Guy Savoy, offering an haute cuisine experience that has garnered three Michelin stars.

Guy Savoy
Guy Savoy Restaurant of the famed chef Guy Savoy, offering an haute cuisine experience that has garnered three Michelin stars.
Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée Located in the prestigious Plaza Athénée, this restaurant features a unique concept of 'naturalness' cuisine under the direction of Alain Ducasse.

Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée
Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée Located in the prestigious Plaza Athénée, this restaurant features a unique concept of 'naturalness' cuisine under the direction of Alain Ducasse.
Arpège Chef Alain Passard’s boutique restaurant where vegetarian, seafood, and meat dishes are crafted into an art form, earning three Michelin stars.

Arpège
Arpège Chef Alain Passard’s boutique restaurant where vegetarian, seafood, and meat dishes are crafted into an art form, earning three Michelin stars.
Le Pré Catelan Luxurious dining in a Napoleon III style pavilion in the Bois de Boulogne, led by chef Frédéric Anton.

Le Pré Catelan
Le Pré Catelan Luxurious dining in a Napoleon III style pavilion in the Bois de Boulogne, led by chef Frédéric Anton.
L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon Étoile Part of the esteemed Joël Robuchon franchise, this restaurant offers a distinctive approach to fine dining with an interactive counter setting.

L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon Étoile
L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon Étoile Part of the esteemed Joël Robuchon franchise, this restaurant offers a distinctive approach to fine dining with an interactive counter setting.
Epicure Nestled in Le Bristol Paris, Epicure boasts traditional French luxury dining with an emphasis on refined simplicity and three Michelin stars.

Epicure
Epicure Nestled in Le Bristol Paris, Epicure boasts traditional French luxury dining with an emphasis on refined simplicity and three Michelin stars.
Le Meurice Alain Ducasse This opulent dining room in Le Meurice hotel reflects Alain Ducasse’s culinary philosophy with a focus on precision and clarity in flavor.

Le Meurice Alain Ducasse
Le Meurice Alain Ducasse This opulent dining room in Le Meurice hotel reflects Alain Ducasse’s culinary philosophy with a focus on precision and clarity in flavor.
David Toutain Innovative and modern, Chef David Toutain's eponymous restaurant represents his personal culinary vision and commitment to organic produce.

David Toutain
David Toutain Innovative and modern, Chef David Toutain's eponymous restaurant represents his personal culinary vision and commitment to organic produce.
Septime One of Paris’ hottest reservations, Septime mixes modern aesthetic sensibilities with sustainable gastronomy to sterling effect.

Septime
Septime One of Paris’ hottest reservations, Septime mixes modern aesthetic sensibilities with sustainable gastronomy to sterling effect.
Yam’Tcha Chef Adeline Grattard crafts a Franco-Chinese fusion menu featured in a cozy setting that beautifully blends cross-cultural influences.

Yam’Tcha
Yam’Tcha Chef Adeline Grattard crafts a Franco-Chinese fusion menu featured in a cozy setting that beautifully blends cross-cultural influences.
La Tour d'Argent Historical restaurant known for its duck specialities and extensive wine list, along with magnificent views over the Seine and Notre-Dame.

La Tour d'Argent
La Tour d'Argent Historical restaurant known for its duck specialities and extensive wine list, along with magnificent views over the Seine and Notre-Dame.
Lasserre Famed for its retractable roof and premium French cuisine, Lasserre is a blend of elegant ambiance and culinary masterpiece.

Lasserre
Lasserre Famed for its retractable roof and premium French cuisine, Lasserre is a blend of elegant ambiance and culinary masterpiece.
Le Train Bleu Situated in the Gare de Lyon, Le Train Bleu offers a grand Belle Époque interior with classic French dishes reminiscent of the golden age of train travel.

Le Train Bleu
Le Train Bleu Situated in the Gare de Lyon, Le Train Bleu offers a grand Belle Époque interior with classic French dishes reminiscent of the golden age of train travel.
Le Chateaubriand Internationally acclaimed bistro that redefines expectations with its experimental five-course tasting menu driven by seasonal ingredients.

Le Chateaubriand
Le Chateaubriand Internationally acclaimed bistro that redefines expectations with its experimental five-course tasting menu driven by seasonal ingredients.
Restaurant Le Gabriel Located in La Réserve Hotel, Le Gabriel offers a pristine luxury dining experience, featuring two Michelin stars.

Restaurant Le Gabriel
Restaurant Le Gabriel Located in La Réserve Hotel, Le Gabriel offers a pristine luxury dining experience, featuring two Michelin stars.
Le Clarence Two Michelin stars shine at this venue offering dishes inspired by French culinary history in a luxurious townhouse setting.

Le Clarence
Le Clarence Two Michelin stars shine at this venue offering dishes inspired by French culinary history in a luxurious townhouse setting.
Kei Restaurant Chef Kei Kobayashi applies his Japanese heritage to craft exceptional French cuisine leading to three Michelin stars.

Kei Restaurant
Kei Restaurant Chef Kei Kobayashi applies his Japanese heritage to craft exceptional French cuisine leading to three Michelin stars.
La Scène Chef Stéphanie Le Quellec showcases her skills in an open kitchen, drawing diners directly into the experience.

La Scène
La Scène Chef Stéphanie Le Quellec showcases her skills in an open kitchen, drawing diners directly into the experience.
Ogata A serene haven specializing in Japanese haute cuisine in Paris’s historic district Le Marais.

Ogata
Ogata A serene haven specializing in Japanese haute cuisine in Paris’s historic district Le Marais.
114 Faubourg Celebrated as an accessible entry point into haute cuisine with one Michelin star in the luxurious Le Bristol Paris.

114 Faubourg
114 Faubourg Celebrated as an accessible entry point into haute cuisine with one Michelin star in the luxurious Le Bristol Paris.
Clover Grill Jean-François Piège’s grill-centric concept in a stylish, charcoal-burned setting, spotlighting locally sourced meats.

Clover Grill
Clover Grill Jean-François Piège’s grill-centric concept in a stylish, charcoal-burned setting, spotlighting locally sourced meats.
Grand Véfour Historic dining spot in the Palais-Royal gardens, known for its acclaimed French culinary art and luxurious ornate decorations.

Grand Véfour
Grand Véfour Historic dining spot in the Palais-Royal gardens, known for its acclaimed French culinary art and luxurious ornate decorations.
Pavillon Puebla Nestled in Parc des Buttes Chaumont, this lesser-known jewel offers a tranquil dining escape with spectacular park views.

Pavillon Puebla
Pavillon Puebla Nestled in Parc des Buttes Chaumont, this lesser-known jewel offers a tranquil dining escape with spectacular park views.
Le Ciel de Paris Located on the top floor of the Montparnasse Tower, offering breathtaking city views along with its fine cuisine.

Le Ciel de Paris
Le Ciel de Paris Located on the top floor of the Montparnasse Tower, offering breathtaking city views along with its fine cuisine.
Restaurant Pages An intimate and minimalist setting where Japanese precision meets French culinary tradition.

Restaurant Pages
Restaurant Pages An intimate and minimalist setting where Japanese precision meets French culinary tradition.
Qui Plume la Lune Chef Jacky Ribault orchestrates a divine tasting menu that blends local ingredients with whimsical execution.

Qui Plume la Lune
Qui Plume la Lune Chef Jacky Ribault orchestrates a divine tasting menu that blends local ingredients with whimsical execution.
NE/SO Under the guidance of Chef Guillaume Sanchez, NE/SO pushes the boundaries of modern French cooking, focusing on mood and sensory experiences.

NE/SO
NE/SO Under the guidance of Chef Guillaume Sanchez, NE/SO pushes the boundaries of modern French cooking, focusing on mood and sensory experiences.
Le Derriere A playful and eclectic dining spot known for both its unique decor, mimicking a Parisian apartment, and its diverse menu offerings.

Le Derriere
Le Derriere A playful and eclectic dining spot known for both its unique decor, mimicking a Parisian apartment, and its diverse menu offerings.