Taillevent

Named for the French writer of the first cookbook, this is a temple of cuisine, with service, service, service. Want to taste your companion’s dish? A waiter notices, and appears with an extra fork and a dish to place it on. Verges on stuffy, but the staff is friendly and welcoming. Food is tres cher (expect $300 for lunch if you get wine and the tasting menu, for example) and very well prepared. They’ll be polite no matter what, but try not to wear jeans. LG

Address:
Taillevent
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15 rue Lamennais
Paris, France 75008
Tel: 01-44-95-15-01
Metro: Charles De Gaulle – Etoile

website: www.taillevent.com