Studio Moderne - 2P- Nanterre

Welcome to the world of Baptiste Renouard, a seasoned chef who honed his skills at Lasserre, Robuchon and Alléno. In a picturesque, cobbled street in the heart of Rueil, his modern restaurant celebrates creative cuisine with lashings of talent. The reasonably priced lunchtime menu features dishes such as poached egg with green asparagus, ballotine of Atlantic cod and cauliflower or a dessert on the strawberry theme which is a festival of refreshing textures. The tasting menus unveil the chef’s proficient skill and weakness for veggies, in particular those grown locally and herbs that he picks

In a quiet residential neighbourhood, this bistro with a colourful façade and bright green-floored terrace catches the eye. The stylish neo-vintage interior cleverly blends wood, wallpaper, large mirrors, old photographs in gilded frames, and shelves lined with knick-knacks. Friendly welcome and highly attentive service. In the kitchen, Arnaud Delvenne (a Top Chef finalist 2022) has devised a thoughtful and appealing à la carte menu and an affordable lunch menu (add-ons available). A refreshing chilled courgette soup, lightly seared sea bream served with a tasty caponata, and a perfectly made

This neighbourhood bolthole serves wholesome, updated, indulgent fare, courtesy of a menu-carte by chef Benoît Bordier in tune with the seasons and the chef’s mood. Diners feast on good food in a friendly relaxed vibe, washed down with a selection from the concise wine list that highlights wine-producing women. Love at first bite.

Transformed into a restaurant for the Universal Exhibition of 1900, Empire, Belle Époque and Art nouveau styles culminate in the charm of a rotunda dining room with a glazed roof and a superb terrace. The business clientele comes here to savour the spirit of a bygone Paris and the ‘country’ air of the Bois de Boulogne. Georges Menut lovingly maintains the image of a “grande dame”, but modernity is ensured with the cooking of chef Frédéric Robert, whose cv includes L’Ambroisie, Le Vivarois and Lucas-Carton, and the desserts of young pastry-chef Joris Vée.

Generous by nature, chef Abdou Diop delights in pleasing his guests. A case in point: the tender leek terrine topped with a zesty gribiche sauce, lifted by pickles and grated bottarga. That same indulgence is found in the beef cheek, braised to perfection, encased in a thin, crispy crust, and accompanied by carrots in a variety of textures. For dessert, a citrus-infused carrot cake is brightened by a sorbet. The chef is meticulous about cuissons, championing seasonal ingredients and straight-up flavour. Compact space with exposed beams.

Located on a large square in Rueil-Malmaison, this bistro matches its culinary standards with an equally impressive decor: hardwood floors, painted walls, floral wallpaper and quirky paintings of historical figures sporting modern accessories. The large terrace is a definite highlight! The concise and appealing menu features dishes that are well executed using top-notch ingredients, eg asparagus mimosa, vol-au-vent, floating island. Pleasant service.

Thanks to the hilltop location on Mont Valérien, this loft-style restaurant commands a superb view of Paris. The à la carte menu boasts a tempting range of contemporary dishes, such as hay-smoked poultry, vegetable tian au gratin with aged parmesan and a reduced jus. For dinnertime, booking is strongly recommended.