You can escape the many tourists traps of Rue Mouffetard by dining at the Truffière, a traditional restaurant offering regional cuisine in an authentic cellar dating from the 17th Century. The Red Tuna tastes just as good with Foie Gras in a Filo Custard or with Parmentier de Canard aux Truffes Noire. And top that off with Soufflé Chaud à la Truffe Noire; it's guaranteed to send you to a different realm altogether. Strictly for non-vegetarians, the restaurant also has a huge variety of liqueurs, which can be sipped at leisure at the lounge. Their wine cellar has a spectacular wine collection of more than 3,300 bottles. Truly a special place for romantic occasions.
This "café" is actually a cocktail bar located in the quietly classy Hotel D'Aubusson. But this is no ordinary hotel bar; every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night, you'll find truly first-rate jazz with the Christian Brenner trio, as well as guest musicians from around the world. Not into jazz? Then go for the exquisitely-made cocktails (a rarity in this wine-loving country). On summer nights, sip raspberry Cosmopolitans on the bar's back terrace; in winter, nurse a Cognac by the fire in the Louis XV-esque salon. Cozy, elegant, warm and lively: from every angle, this place is a real find. -Barbara Diggs
Truly inspired by one of America's, and the world's, greatest natural treasures, this bar and saloon gives its visitors a feeling of the majestic west in the form of wood paneling and a rock-mantle fireplace. Here, visitors can sip on their favorite cocktails while hearing the familiar sounds of country music hits. With close proximity to these "natural giants," smoking is not allowed, because we all know: only you can prevent forest fires.
This beautiful British-style bar has a rich, warm ambience and is the perfect spot for an afternoon coffee, a cocktail before dinner, or a nightcap at the Hôtel Raphaël. Try the barman's specialty, the mojito. Don't be surprised if you catch a celebrity or two schmoozing over one of the bar's many whiskey selections from all over the world. The bar also offers a lunch and dinner menu.
Kei Kobayashi learned the principles of French cuisine in Japan. He set out for France to improve his knowledge, working in the best starred restaurants of France. In 2003, he became part of the team at Alain Ducasse’s restaurant, the Plaza Athénée, in order to master all the subtleties of French gastronomic cuisine. He opened his own establishment, Kei, in the first arrondissement of Paris. In a cozy and refined atmosphere, almost minimalist, you discover his cuisine: a subtle mixture of Japanese and French culinary cultures. The chef retains the harmony, aestheticism and delicate flavors found in Japanese tradition, while keeping the perfect balance of tastes and textures, such as in French dishes. The whole thing results in a creative and varied cuisine.
Verjus is a laid-back wine bar in the 1st Arrondissement. Its stone walls and diffused lighting give it a rustic charm that makes it the perfect place to enjoy one of their excellent wines. If you find yourself getting hungry, they have a menu of small dishes to go with your drink. Items like buttermilk fried chicken and an assorted cheese plate are the perfect accompaniment for a glass of good wine. Â Â