The best restaurants in the 16th arrondissement: refinement and discretion in western Paris
The 16th arrondissement cultivates a discreet elegance. Between Haussmann architecture, museums and grand avenues, it’s home to refined, peaceful and sometimes little-known restaurants. Here are four must-visit addresses.
White: purity, precision, sincerity
The architecture and interior design, by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, earned the restaurant the prestigious “Prix Versailles” award.
Blanc offers three distinct menus to satisfy the most demanding palates. The Blanc menu, with 11 signature dishes. The Perle menu, a more concise variation (ideal for an introduction to the chef’s world). And the Chef’s Menu, featuring all his creations.
It is possible to be seated and share the experience during a tête-à-tête with Shinichi Sato in front of the kitchens, reserved for a maximum of four guests.
Blanc, 52 Rue de Longchamp, 75116 Paris
Le Belloy: terrace and sunny cuisine
Le Belloy has a seductive terrace, away from the noise. Spacious and planted with trees, it invites you to slow down, breathe and savour.
The cuisine takes you on a journey around the Mediterranean. Candied tomatoes, creamy burrata, grilled fish, marinated meats. The flavors are straightforward, joyful and accessible.
The service is relaxed, professional and always smiling. This is the place to be for lunch al fresco, dinner for two or brunch in the sunshine. An address that smells of summer all year round.
Café Belloy, 37 Av. Kléber, 75116 Paris
Restaurant F: creativity and raw materials
Restaurant F focuses on raw ingredients, the right gesture and immediate inspiration. The decor, with its mix of wood and concrete, is sober and contemporary.
The chef creates a menu in motion. The dishes are graphic, well-constructed and always coherent. There are French, Asian and plant influences.
The sauces are surprising, the textures captivating. The menu changes with each new arrival. The wine keeps pace. A demanding yet accessible table for gourmets and the curious.
Restaurant F, 10 Rue Saint-Didier, 75116 Paris
Girafe: a terrace overlooking the Eiffel Tower
Girafe offers one of the most beautiful terraces in Paris. Located on the Trocadero, it overlooks the Seine, facing the Eiffel Tower.
The setting is spectacular, without losing any of its elegance. Art Deco furniture, white tablecloths, impeccable service: the whole exudes controlled luxury.
The cuisine pays homage to the sea. Lobster, turbot, grilled sea bass, oysters… everything is fresh and perfectly prepared. The dishes shine for their well-crafted simplicity.
A place to reserve for an occasion. Or simply to see your mother’s eyes shine, in the spotlight.
Girafe, 1 Pl. du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, 75016 Paris
Substance: haute gastronomy with a modern edge
Substance embodies a cuisine d’auteur, demanding and contemporary. Chef Matthias Marc’s menu is lively, taut and uncompromising.
The decor is sober, slightly rough. We sit down to taste, not to chat. Each dish tells the story of a technique, an idea, a product.
Smoked scallops, matured beef and vegetable juices are chiselled with precision. The homemade bread is exceptional. The food and wine pairings are surprising but never overpowering.
Substance is for those who love bold gastronomy. A confidential, demanding table, tailor-made for special occasions.
Substance, 18 Rue de Chaillot, 75116 Paris
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