Le Taillevent is a classical and modern cuisine restaurant in Paris's 8th arrondissement (15 rue Lamennais, Paris, 75008). [1]
Overview
Le Taillevent is located in Paris's 8th arrondissement, at 15 rue Lamennais, Paris, 75008. The MICHELIN Guide lists its cuisines as classical and modern. The official introduction notes that the restaurant was founded in 1946 and carries a historic legacy, and the Guide lists both classical and modern cuisine. According to the MICHELIN Guide, this mythical establishment, owned by the Gardinier family, occupies a former 19th-century private mansion of the duc de Morny in a hushed setting away from the world; the grande tradition lives on through guéridon (tableside) preparations, while beyond the classics the chef also develops a more contemporary approach with Mediterranean touches, and the wine list is praised as an encyclopedia in its own right. [1]
Dishes & Signatures
- Tableside flambéed crêpes Suzette: first flamed with Grand Marnier, then with cognac
- Contemporary plates with Mediterranean accents
- A superb wine list, an encyclopedia unto itself
Distinctions
The restaurant is listed among the starred restaurants of central Paris in the MICHELIN Guide France 2025. [2]
Practical Information
- Address: 15 rue Lamennais, Paris, 75008
- Hours: Mon 19:15-21:00; Tue-Fri 12:15-13:30 and 19:15-21:00; closed Sat and Sun
- Price: €€€€ (per the MICHELIN Guide)