Underneath Paris are the bones and stories of many centuries of history. In the 1700’s the cemeteries of Paris were literally packed to the gills …
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Arpege Restaurant
If you’re going to spend $200 per person for lunch and double or more for dinner, you have to go to Michelin 3 starred Arpege. …
Chez Michel
Retro bistro near Gare du Nord and very popular. The chef is from Brittany and features game in season. Chez Michel Map it! 10 Rue …
Auberge Etchegorry
Anyone for Basque food? This is a landmark at 41 Rue Croulebarbe F. Metro Les Gobelins. Sausages and garlic strands hang from the ceiling. Address: …
Bar Vendome
It’s at the Hotel Ritz, 15 Place Vendome. Dining and drinks from noon onward; the bar opens to a lovely garden. Parisians go here, not …
Willi’s Wine Bar
Named for a long-deceased Bassett hound, this is a respected wine bar with a friendly atmosphere and absolutely no smoking. On October 13 every year, …
La Table de Fabrice
The chef/owner departed Joel Robuchon to create his own simple, well-prepared food. Accessible from three metro lines, just parallel to the Blvd Saint Germain. La …
Atelier Maitre Albert
Guy Savoy presents a new chef in collaboration. Prix Fixe lunch is 24 euros. Dinner is about double that. Short wine list of reasonably priced …
L’Orangerie Bistro
Polished but not pretentious, on the Ile Saint Louis. Creative food that does not get self-consciously weird. Prix fixe lunch is 35 euros, dinner is …
Hotel Champ Du Mars
This a pleasant two star hotel off the Rue Cler; easy access to the famous market there. Rooms are especially quiet, with two rooms off …