Tucked away in the new TOO Hôtel from Laurent Taïeb (creator of the new Madame Rêve) in Paris's 13th arrondissement, between the BNF and Station F, the recently opened TOO Restaurant is sure to please.
A panoramic restaurant, housed in a 6-metre-high glass cube with a golden ceiling, in one of the Duo Towers, takes your breath away. To discover it, you have to climb to the 25th floor of this 27-storey building, with the TacTac Skybar on the rooftop.
Philippe Starck was responsible forthe decor and design, creating a space that's like "a paradox, part Montgolfier aircraft, part International Space Station .Suspended above Paris, it's not on earth. Filled with energy, dreams, love, desires, intelligence and laughter, it flies up there, where the weather is fine, where rare oxygen makes you dizzy ". Elegance and modernity are the key words that describe this new spot, which is designed like a castle in the sky by the artist-decorator.
On arrival at the Too Restaurant, you discover a chic, modern venue, decorated with taste and elegance. After strolling along the long bar, you discover tables open to all. Discreet alcoves and group tables reveal themselves to us. The most romantic duo tables are arranged to offer a panoramic view of the city. The entire space is transparent, with large bay windows revealing the city of light at our feet. We love the cathedral height, the comfortable leather armchairs for seating and the huge wall and easel paintings that make us feel so small.
As for the panorama, we're mesmerized by the lively lights of Paris, the glittering Eiffel Tower and the Seine at our feet. We love to try and recognize all the monuments that come into view.
In terms of cuisine, the restaurant offers a Japanese-inspired world menu. So we take our taste buds on a journey. This place is open to us all day long, from breakfast to a romantic dinner, with the sunset as a backdrop, to a convivial lunch with your head in the clouds.
During our visit, we were tempted by the Grilled Artichoke Pepperrades with miso, Granny apple and truffle, and the Soft Crudo of scallops with yuzu jelly, peppery soy sauce and caviar. Accompanied by an exotic non-alcoholic cocktail (because the party's crazier). Well-cooked and rich in flavor, we're having a great time.
Then it's time for the main course. We opt for the incredible Short ribs Angus maturé with an incomparable melting texture, saké sauce and pepper yakinuku, a wonderful discovery. We also enjoy the prawns sautéed with tamarind and cebette, just like in Jakarta.
As for the garnish, the roasted potato with shiso butter and daikon awakens our taste buds (be careful, it's spicy) and we melt for the melting, candiedmiso eggplant.
For dessert, it's up to the king of pastries, Pierre Hermé, and our favorite artisan, Benoît Castel. Cheese cake, 2000 feuilles, tarte chocolat or the Bûches we've chosen because they're in season.
In short, if you're looking for a magical setting with Paris at your feet to climb to 7th heaven, here's a restaurant that has a lot going for it. From the Eiffel Tower to the Sacré-Coeur and the Panthéon, this new spot is a true Parisian postcard that we fully endorse.
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TOO Hôtel, the rooftop with panoramic restaurant and Skybar
TOO Hôtel is the name of Laurent Taïeb's new address at the top of the Duo Towers, set to open this Thursday, October 20, 2022 in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, between Station F and the BNF. A hotel in the Paris skyline, featuring a restaurant with exceptional panoramic views, a tree-lined spa and a Skybar. [Read more]TOO TacTac Skybar, the highest rooftop in Paris goes into summer mode
TOO TacTac Skybar is the name of the rooftop bar that opened its doors in Paris last October. Located on the 27th floor of one of the Duo Towers in the new TOO Hotel, this new bar at 120m high now offers us an unobstructed view of the capital to sip divine cocktails and exotic dishes against a backdrop of live concerts and DJ sets. With the arrival of the good weather and from this spring, we go to enjoy its outdoor terrace. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
Starts October 20th, 2022
Location
TOO Hotel
65 Rue Bruneseau
75013 Paris 13
Official website
toohotel.com
Booking
www.sevenrooms.com