At the heart of Paris, both a private club, hotel and restaurant, this place apart acquired in 1892 by the widow of Président Thiers has been treated to superb renovation under the aegis of French-American decorator Bambi Sloan. Between classicism and modernity, she draws inspiration from Napoleon III, Visconti, “My Fair Lady” and “The Avengers”. Now welcoming non-member guests for dinner on weekdays and Sunday brunch, the Restaurant du Saint James Paris is headed by chef Jean-Luc Rocha (MOF and winner of two stars). High gastronomy, noble and delicate. Restaurant du Saint James Paris, 43 avenue Bugeaud, Paris 16 (01 44 05 81 81).