With the Eurostar now operating its new St Pancras service, the gastronomic delights of Paris are a mere 2 hours 15 minutes away. Here are some of the best restaurants. By Giselle Daverat
Paris is the epicentre of all things French, with beautiful monuments, romantic settings, an impressive history and world famous cuisine. Bars and restaurants vary from typically French quaint little backstreet bistros to sophisticated and luxurious temples of gastronomic excellence.
Finding the perfect restaurant or bar not overrun with tourists can be a little tricky. Here we suggest some eating and drinking gems off the beaten track so that you can relax and enjoy your break away.
7 Rue Boursault, Paris, 75017. 0033 1 43 05 49 03.
www.toptable.co.uk/venues/restaurants/?id=4184
Situated away from the tourist-ridden streets of central Paris, this beautifully designed restaurant sits amongst the back streets of the 17th arrondissement. The setting is in an old carriage from the Orient Express overlooking the busy train tracks below, creating a magical atmosphere for a romantic lunch or dinner.
The menu if typically French, serving thick steak, tender duck and hearty salmon dishes at reasonable prices (20-30 Euros for a main course). An a la carte malt whisky selection, and surprisingly cheerful Parisian waiters mean you will not be disappointed if you take the slight detour out of the centre of the capital. Wagon Bleu is a pleasant, leisurely half hour walk from the Champs-Elysées.
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