Fancy eating out for Christmas dinner? Our recommended restaurants in Paris Region
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- Fancy eating out for Christmas dinner? Our recommended restaurants in Paris Region
Ah… The magic of Christmas, with illuminations, decorations, presents, family and special menus. So many reasons why we can’t wait to celebrate Christmas and the New Year. But if you can’t face cooking dinner for the whole family, or just fancy a change for this year’s festivities, you’re in the right place. Here’s our selection of restaurants in Paris Region that promise a gourmet Christmas dinner in a party atmosphere.
Café de la Paix: Christmas brunch, an alternative experience
Located on Place de l’Opéra, the Café de la Paix is the iconic haunt of Parisian artists. Established in 1862, this venue is a real institution with its listed Napoleon III decor which has seen many Parisians meet, fall in love and share precious moments.
For 150 years, the Paris smart set and tourists have been coming here for coffee or to enjoy the great classics of French cuisine. For Christmas, the Café de la Paix is pulling out all the stops. The Christmas Eve menu is French gastronomy in the purest of traditions, unless you fancy the more original option of a Christmas Day brunch. In a mix of tradition and culinary audacity, this historic café oozing with charm promises you and your family or friends a fabulous celebration.
Le Relais Plaza: special Christmas menu in a Roaring Twenties atmosphere
In the beautiful setting of the Plaza Athénée hotel, you can only succumb to the magic of this sumptuous 1930s-style brasserie with decoration inspired by the cruise liner Normandie. The very special atmosphere that reigns at the Relais Plaza makes the perfect backdrop to the cuisine celebrating gastronomy traditions with great elegance. The hotel and restaurant are all trimmed up for Christmas, with illuminations that will enchant both children and adults.
This year, the Relais Plaza invites visitors to celebrate Christmas in true Parisian style. The festive fun begins on Christmas Eve. The chef, Jean Imbert, will concoct a cheerful brasserie menu in typically French style, while Angelo Musa makes your mouth water with his exquisite desserts, all in a magical musical atmosphere. And for the foodies among you, the chefs have created a trompe l’oeil Christmas log on which to feast your eyes as well as your tastebuds…
Le Ciel de Paris: Christmas dinner up in the night sky
This restaurant on the top floor of the Tour Montparnasse offers a breathtaking view over the City of Light and serves a menu that celebrates French gastronomy. In an elegant, inviting atmosphere, the Ciel de Paris promises a truly magical experience, reaching for the stars to celebrate in a mix of gourmet dining and Parisian chic.
Special festive menu available only for Christmas Eve dinner. Get ready for a champagne dinner for which the chef Christophe Marchais adds a personal twist to the great classics of the traditional French Christmas menu.
L’Île: An outstanding backdrop to your Christmas celebrations
Just a few minutes from Paris, head for L’Île, a restaurant on the island, Île-Saint-Germain. In its country-house atmosphere, you’ll soon forget you’re just a stone’s throw from the heart of Paris. The sumptuous conservatory promises a pleasant break amid natural surroundings.
At L’Île, you can really soak up that Christmas magic. This unique venue offers a festive experience that combines a bucolic setting and the magic of Christmas. The decor makes the perfect backdrop to your feast concocted by the chef. To make everlasting memories with your family or friends, with or without the kids, L’Île invites you to celebrate Christmas around the fire or in the conservatory.
Bouillon Chartier: good home cooking for your Christmas lunch or dinner
Bouillon Chartier is a real institution here, present in three iconic districts of Paris Region. Popular among workers during the 20th century, this legendary restaurant remains very popular for its good food at affordable prices. The iconic decor adds a touch of warmth and nostalgia to the dining experience. The bevelled mirrors, brass lights and wood panelling provide the authentic charm of a Parisian brasserie. The tablecloths and wooden chairs give this restaurant the rustic, friendly feel of a canteen.
Christmas dinner at the Bouillon Chartier is a chance to renew with the simplicity of a festive meal enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. The perfect choice for a family Christmas with deliciously comforting dishes.
The New Year is another grand celebration and the perfect excuse to eat out again! Check out our recommendations for seeing in the New Year in Paris Region.
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