Food, chill, culture: Our best addresses in the 16th arrondissement
Paris’s 16th arrondissement, known for its elegance and prestigious venues, is home to some unmissable addresses for gourmets and lovers of fine dining.
Flandrin
In a very pleasant and elegant setting the Flandrin offers refined , high-quality cuisine . Brasserie de luxe, chic et mondaine. This former railway station buffet is the hidden gem ofAvenue Henri-Martin. Here, you’ll find a refined cuisine, with fine ingredients and no particular fantasies. A must-try is the Roasted Suckling Lamb Chops with Fresh Thyme, quite simply the best dish on the menu. The promise of a delicious, typically Parisian meal!
Le Flandrin, 4 place Tattegrain, Paris 16th. Open Monday to Sunday, 8am to 11:30pm. Book online or on 01 45 04 34 69.
Revka House
Maison Revka unveils its secret garden this summer, a fairytale terrace west of Paris decorated with wooden trellises, roses, jasmine and antique mirrors. With wrought-iron armchairs, fringed parasols and statues of Greek goddesses, the ambiance blends last-century charm with poetry. The summer menu features delicacies such as sea bass and caviar tartare, and snacked shrimp chachlyk. New this season: hearty brunches every weekend with classics and signature dishes.
Maison Revka, 59 avenue Raymond Poincaré, Paris 16th. Open for lunch Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm and weekends from 12pm to 4pm, and for dinner every evening from 7pm to 11:30pm. Reservations on 01 40 62 72 05 or online.
The most beautiful terraces overlooking the Eiffel Tower
Forest
Nestling in the heart of Paris’s Museum of Modern Art, Forest – Brasserie Soleil welcomes you to its vast outdoor terrace in a warm, comfortable atmosphere. The terrace offers a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower and the Seine. One of the capital’s most breathtaking panoramas.
The menu, designed by talented Chef Julien Sebbag, offers a unique and inspiring culinary experience. From delicious crudos to farm-to-table dishes. From delicious crudos to farm-to-table dishes, and a choice of meats grilled with Binchotan, the Japanese barbecue that brings out the best in flavors. Every bite is a taste adventure.
The decor, at once neo-retro, cosy and relaxed, adds to the charm of the place. Forest invites you on a memorable culinary journey, combining the beauty of Paris with exceptional cuisine.
Forest, 11 avenue du Président Wilson, Paris 16th. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Shangri-La Paris
The palace’s Bauhinia is an invitation to travel, with light dishes that sublimate fish. In fine weather, book a dinner in the extraordinary garden overlooking the Eiffel Tower. Tuna tataki with ponzu (€31), crispy rice and prawns (€32), lobster ravioli (€50), and divine desserts by pastry chef Maxence Barbot (from €22) are all yours to savor.
Shangri-La Paris, 10 avenue d’Iéna, Paris 16th. Open daily for lunch from 12pm to 2pm, tea time at weekends from 3pm to 6pm, dinner in the evening from 7pm to 10pm.
Saint-James Paris
One of Paris’s most secret hotels, this library-bar is worthy of Beauty and the Beast. For an elegant drink, opt for a cocktail (€28) such as the Amande or the Jasmin, accompanied by a chicken club sandwich (€35) and a cheese platter (€26).
Saint-James Paris, 5 place du Chancelier Adenauer, Paris 16th. Open to the public daily from 7pm to midnight.
Two extraordinary gardens
Bagatelle
This botanical garden is a Parisian secret, promising a romantic stroll through lush vegetation, a monumental rose garden and cascading waterfalls. Created in 64 days following a challenge between Marie-Antoinette and the Comte d’Artois, it is distinguished by its Anglo-Chinese style.
Bagatelle, 42 route de Sèvres à Neuilly, Paris 16th. Open daily from 9:30 am to 8 pm. Full admission €2.50.
Jardin des Serres d’Auteuil
This exotic garden, initiated by Louis XV, is home to over 1,000 rare and spectacular species. The greenhouses offer a journey across the continents, with giant palms, banana trees and colorful parakeets.
Jardin des Serres d’Auteuil, 3 avenue de la Porte d’Auteuil, Paris 16th. Open Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm, weekends from 9am. Free admission.
