One of the most creative, delicious tasting menus I’ve enjoyed in a very long time.
Category: Restaurant Reviews
Lazu is Quietly Achieving Bistronomic Perfection
This bistronomic restaurant is exactly what I hope for when I stumble across a little-known gem, with soulful, seasonal cuisine that surprises at every turn.
Bouillon Julien is Still Going Strong a Century In
Bouillon Julien is one of Paris’ original bouillons, offering inexpensive classic French fare. And unlike the néo-bouillons currently taking the city by storm, it’s far enough off the beaten track to avoid ultra-long lines or kitchen nightmares. And the Art Nouveau dining room so glorious.
Big, Bold Flavors Govern the Menu at Adraba
Israeli and Levantine flavors take touristy Montmartre by storm with Adraba’s bold approach and big flavors.
Double is a Micro-Restaurant Loaded with Originality
The daring and creativity of Chef Tsuyoshi Yamakawa cannot be denied, but Double is not a restaurant I’d recommend to just anyone. The no-choice prix fixe means you cannot be picky, and above all, the shared format means you’ll need to go with someone you know quite well.
If You’re Going to Eat on Place du Tertre, Do it at Chez Eugène
Is Chez Eugène a restaurant I would cross Paris for? Probably not – and especially not for its austere dining room, with its grey walls, black leather, and unflattering lighting. But I’m glad to know that at least one spot on the bustling Place du Tertre offers this lovely play of generosity and welcome, and I’d recommend it to anyone who wants to eat tasty food and drink delicious wines with an incomparable view.
A.Lea Marries Fine Dining and Comfort Food to Perfection
The dining room here is convivial and warm, loaded with a balance of locals and foreigners, which makes sense given the proximity to the Butte Montmartre. With a small menu that changes regularly, I’ll definitely be back to see what else they have in store.
Le Mansart Delivers a True Café Experience
Le rade is getting a revival in Paris, of late, and there’s perhaps nowhere more quintessentially Parisian to eat for a pittance, especially at lunch, than Le Mansart.
Mokko’s Out-There Dishes Are Divisive in Their Creativity
Mokko may look like a run-of-the-mill neo-bistro, with tiled floors, bare wood tables, and a chalkboard menu. But there’s something so incredibly creative going on in the kitchen here, creativity so out-there that it can prove divisive. But when it lands, it’s pretty extraordinary.
L’Arpaon Blends Comfort and Voyage in a Refined Bistro Ambiance
L’Arpaon’s small, square dining room is at once cozy and expansive thanks to the open kitchen, mirror lining one side, and light wood furnishings, but the warmth comes too – and perhaps even more so – thanks to the friendly service, which seems truly kind, and the sense that nearly everyone in the space is a local.