(The Restaurants of the Guide Michelin) Marais - Bastille - Gare de Lion

L'AMBROISIE (Bernard et Mathieu Pacaud)
9 pl. des Vosges (4th)- (M) St-Paul
tel 01 42 78 51 45
- Closed 2 August-2 September, 15 February-4 March, Sunday and Monday
Rest - Carte 205/345 €
♦ Classic ♦ Luxury ♦ Elegant ♦
Ambrosia was the food of the gods on Mount Olympus. Wuithout question, the cuisine of Bernard and Mathieu Pacard - two generation working together - reaches similar heights its explosion of flavours, scentific approach, ans perfect execution. Incomparable classicism and an immortal feast for the senses in the legal setting of a private house on Place des Vosges.

BOFINGER
5 r. Bastille (4th) - (M) Bastille
tel 01 42 72 87 82
Rest - Menu 36/59 € - Carte 36/109 €
♦ Traditional ♦ Retro ♦ Brasserie
This is a real Paris institution with a striking, Alsace-style decor, including a dome, inlaid wood, mirrors, and paintings by Hansi. Opened in 1864, this brasserie is as charming as ever.

QUI PLUME LA LUNE (Jacky Ribault)
50 r. Amelot (7 7th) - (M) Chemin Vert
tel 01 48 07 45 48
- Closed August, 7 to 9 January, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Bank Holidays
Rest - (booking advisable) Menu 60/110 €
♦ Modern ♦ Cosy ♦
First, there is the place itself, which is very pretty, inviting and romantic and then there is the food, which is created by a passionate cook. It is fresh, full of vitality and made with carefully selected ingredients (organic produce, great vegetables etc). An enjoyable culinary moment.