Le Violon d’Ingres
135 Rue Saint-Dominique
75007 Paris, France
Top-notch French food in Paris! One of the best fine food restaurants around, directed by former chef of the Crillon hotel, Christian Constant. According to Mr. Constant, his “dishes are based on the accents of South-West France, from my village Montauban, with a modern spin”. Menu prices run around 70 euros, and lunch can cost about 37 euros. Pricey but great. Reservations are required due to its high demand. Le Violon d’Ingres is open for dinner Mondays through Saturdays, from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM, and open for lunch on Tuesdays through Saturdays from Noon until 2:30 PM.
Le Violon d’Ingres Restaurant
135, rue Saint-Dominique
75007
Paris, France
www.leviolondingres.com
Chez Catherine
3 Rue Berryer
75008 Paris, France
A marvelous gastronomic experience located in the 8th arrondisement, a couple of steps away from the Champs-Elysïes. Absolutely tasty homemade cuisine with a hint of contemporary style. Headed by Chef Franck Paget, his dishes and meals are works of art created to entice and please the senses. The huge wine list covering names such as Roussillon, Languedoc Provence, Corse, Bourgogne, Vallïe du Rhïne, and Bordelais is surely bound to make you very happy. Meals run in the 22 to 40 euro range and the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, although it closes on Saturdays and Sundays. A private room is available for parties of 11 up to 20 people.
Chez Catherine Restaurant
3 rue Berryer
75008
Paris, France
Ph. 01 40 76 01 40
www.restaurantchezcatherine.com/
Café d’Enfer
22 Rue Daguerre
75014 Paris, France
For the lazy bunch, this is the perfect place for a lengthy and relaxing Sunday brunch, which costs 19 ï. Meet lots of locals and regulars, and enjoy a cozy bistro with constantly changing menu items. Rotating exhibits of local artists are always up, showcasing paintings, photographs, and illustrations.
Entreïs run in the 8-9 ï range, main courses and salads go for 14 to 22 ï, and desserts help seal the experience for about 8 ï. Cafï dïEnfer is open weekdays from Noon to 2 PM, and evenings from 7 PM to 11 PM. Sundays are open for brunch starting at 11 AM until 2 PM. Public parking is available, and both bus and metro stations are close by, making access to the restaurant a breeze.
Cafï dïEnfer
22 rue Daguerre
Paris 14
Ph. 01 43 22 23 75
www.cafedenfer.com
Café Divan
60 Rue de la Roquette
75011 Paris, France
Noted by many as a one of the places with the nicest crowd and staff. Warm and cozy, the excellent dishes offered here will taste even better with their affordable prices. Ideal for either breakfast, lunch, dinner, or brunch. The prices are very good and the food is even better. The burgers here have a great rep, so be sure to give them a try. A couple of steps away from the hectic Bastille area, this oasis of calm and delight is the perfect place to unwind after a day of touring the City of Light. The waiters are friendly and speak some English. Open every day from 8:00 AM to 2 AM.
Cafï Divan
60 Rue de la Roquette
75011 Paris, France
Ph. 01 48 05 72 36
Etienne Marcel
34 Rue Etienne Marcel
75002 Paris, France
This is one of the latest restaurants created by the Costes brothers, featuring ultra-hip 60′s style decor right in the heart of Paris. Give the fois gras with eggplant mille feuille, the sea bass, or the pan-fried mini fennel tartar a try. Appetizers include Salmon Tartar, and Cherry Tomatoes in Buffalo Mozzarella, while the main courses offer chicken and a gambas wok.
Desserts are a total hit with chocolate, fruit salads, and mini cheesecakes. Meals run in the 16 ï range, not bad for the excellent quality. Brunch is available on weekends and holidays for 15 ï. Open every day of the week for lunch and dinner.
Cafï Etienne Marcel
34 Rue Etienne Marcel
75002 Paris, France