Locals like this place, so it helps to know some rudimentary French for ordering. Seafood specialties, especially mussels. More of a neighborhood place. Open 7 …
Author: LauraG
Au Trappiste
Mussels and shoestring fries are a big specialty in France and Belgium. You can get them all over Paris, in independent and chain restaurants. This …
Au Pied de Cochon
Opened in 1946 as Europe was rebuilding. Get the onion soup, fresh oysters, champagne and profiteroles – a perfect meal. Best known for pig’s feet …
Bath’s
Not over the top expensive at all, focusing on Auvergne food with a Spanish influence. Specials change daily and with the season. Father, son and …
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? …
La Braisiere
Cuisine of southwest France from a Michelin-starred chef (Jacques Faussat). You won’t be spending 100 euros a person, however. Expect a menu with lamb, lobster, …
Chaumette
French bistro food with a mix of regulars and drop-ins. Big portions of well prepared food. French journalists and particularly the French radio staffers favor …
Citrus Etoile
Would-be food stars come to Paris and chef Gilles Epie earned a Michelin star at 22. He returns from years in L.A. and rediscovers French …
Le Seraphin
You can get a French style breakfast here, but they are open all day for lunch and dinner. In the heart of St. Germain, opposite …
Le Baron Rouge
Inexpensive but good. The gimmick is the grower-direct wine is center stage in barrels, which are tapped to pour you a glass or a take …