Paying tribute to Louis XV, nicknamed “le Bien-Aime” (or “Well-Beloved”) by his subjets, this high temple of the culinary art surprises for its decor recalling the era of the French monarchy. Gilding, moulded ceilings, paintings, chandeliers…, it’s all there ! In the kitchen, Irwin Durand, a young chef very much of today who has honed his talent at L’Oustau de Baumanière, Joël Robuchon’s Atelier and Le Relais Bernard Loiseau, unveils a menu in perfect harmony with the “grand chic, grand genre” atmosphere : quail with Armagnac, a “jachère” of vegetables and “brûlis” of leeks, a “treasure” of black truffles with Andoa... Precise and refined cuisine, complemented by a wine-list with equally compelling labels. Le Bien Aimé, 18 rue d’Anjou, Paris 8 (01 42 65 45 99).
