Lasserre, Fine dining restaurant near Champs-Élysées, France
Lasserre is an upscale restaurant in the 8th arrondissement of Paris offering classical French cooking that blends traditional techniques with modern touches and the finest seasonal ingredients. Each dish receives careful preparation and thoughtful plating.
René Lasserre opened this establishment in 1942 and built it into a prestigious destination for fine cooking. It earned three Michelin stars by 1962 and held this top ranking for more than twenty years.
The place became a meeting point for Paris artists and thinkers who gathered here to share ideas and projects. This creative energy shaped its role as more than just a dining venue in the city's cultural life.
The restaurant operates Tuesday through Saturday with dinner service starting at 19:00 until 22:00, and lunch is also available on Thursday and Friday. Advance reservations are essential as the place fills quickly due to its popularity.
The dining room has a motorized retractable ceiling that opens to reveal the Paris sky above. This unusual feature allows guests to experience their meal under the open air, adding an unexpected layer to the evening.
Location: 8th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1942
Founders: René Lasserre
Address: 17 avenue Franklin-D.-Roosevelt, 75008 Paris, France
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday, Saturday 19:00-22:00; Thursday-Friday 12:00-22:00
Phone: +33143590213
Website: http://restaurant-lasserre.com
GPS coordinates: 48.86632,2.30992
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41
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