In Paris 1st, Shoei Paris opened on September 7, 2026, offering a unique mix of French and Japanese culinary traditions under the direction of chef Hiroshi Fujii, a sushi master trained in Kyoto, Tokyo, and major Parisian restaurants. The restaurant features a four-course lunch menu for 40 € and a seven-course dinner for 95 €, with dishes made in front of guests at the eight-seat counter. Nearby, Thalie, a Greek-themed restaurant at the Palais-Royal, offers a fifteen-table dining experience with a focus on Greek products and traditional recipes, including mezze, soudjoukakia, and desserts like mahalépi and sheep's yogurt ice cream.
In Paris 2, Babi, a small restaurant on Rue Mandar, features a rotating weekly menu with 14 dishes, emphasizing sharing and spontaneity. The restaurant is known for its intimate setting and a wine selection that includes off-the-beaten-path choices.
Paris 3 hosts Envie Le Banquet, a 500 m² space offering a self-serve buffet with thematic counters, including blanquette, poultry, gnocchi, and a selection of 25 cheeses. The decor includes a Winter Garden, a Chapel, and an Ambassador's Gallery, creating a theatrical dining experience.
In Paris 4, Papapa, located at the Maison de Victor Hugo, offers seasonal cuisine inspired by the Cotentin, Normandy, Guernsey, and Spain. The menu includes dishes like "Gavroche" and "Kraken," with a focus on local products and a garden setting.
Paris 6 features Cherche Minuit, a restaurant with a contemporary French cuisine inspired by Brittany, offering dishes like couteaux en persillade and royal daurade fillet. The menu evolves with seasonal products and includes a selection of wines from independent producers.
Paris 7's La Démocratie, located on Boulevard Raspail, combines history with a generous bistronomie, featuring a Mont-Blanc dessert and a garden for outdoor dining.
In Paris 10, Cagnard offers a Mediterranean menu with influences from Greek, Lebanese, Italian, and Provençal cuisines, featuring dishes like octopus carpaccio and lamb tournedos. The restaurant is housed in an old cabaret and can be privatized for events.
Paris 11's Astier, established in 1956, offers a timeless bistro experience with classic French dishes like pate en croûte and frog legs in parsley sauce. The restaurant maintains an extensive wine list and is open every day, including Sundays.
Paris 17 is home to Frédéric Simonin, a starred restaurant offering a refined French gastronomy with a focus on seasonal products and precise cooking techniques. The menu includes dishes like raw marinated OSO bio shrimp and a dessert combining cacao biscuit and Guanaja sorbet.
In Serris (Seine-et-Marne 77), Café Lapérouse offers a Parisian ambiance with a menu featuring croque-monsieur, beef tartare, and a variety of cocktails. The café is open from 10h to 20h and is part of La Vallée Village.
Chassenay d'Arce, a champagne house in the Côte des Bar, has been producing champagne since 1956. The house is known for its cooperative spirit and sustainable practices, with cuvées like Cuvée Première and Confidences. The house also produces a ratafia and has been labeled Vignerons Engagés for its commitment to social responsibility.
New Restaurants and Culinary Highlights Across Paris and Beyond
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