Substance

Cuisine

Modern Cuisine

Michelin

1

Price

€€€€

Website

https://www.substance.paris

Description

Established in a bourgeois neighbourhood of Paris, the duo of this fashionable eatery, Aurora Storari and Flavio Lucarini, rolls out a vibrant score in the zeitgeist dotted with nods to Italy and a weakness for super-local, seasonal ingredients. Addictive sauces enhance the repertory, depicted by a dish of green peas and wild garlic that flanks an indulgent morel stuffed in salted beef (cecina), all of which is bound together by a refreshing plant or tangy citrus note. Don’t miss the house signatures: a bold, new spin on spaghetti cacio et pepe with a house-made tomato-laced zaatar. The entire

Review score

4.6

Review count

100

Review summary

Substance in Neuilly-sur-Seine is a one-Michelin-star restaurant offering modern French and Italian cuisine. Food quality is generally praised for seasonal ingredients, creative pairings (e.g., morels and beetroot), and professional sommelier service. However, some diners find flavors too intense or lacking finesse, noting that portion sizes are small, leaving them hungry. Service is typically attentive and warm, creating a relaxed atmosphere. Meal pacing receives mixed feedback, with some finding it too fast or slow. Recent changes in chef leadership have led to disappointment among some guests regarding consistency in cuisine and service standards compared to previous experiences.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking refined, creative cuisine with small portions; verify current chef's style before booking.

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