Watching cooking shows on TV is great, but eating for real is even better! If you're an avid Top Chef viewer, there's a good chance that watching a new episode of M6's famous culinary competition every week will make your mouth water and your taste buds tingle, right?
The candidates featured in the various seasons of Top Chef don't come out of nowhere. In fact, the show features only seasoned professionals - with a few exceptions - chefs who may even already be Michelin-starred, executive chefs from major establishments, or who already own their own restaurant. Some of them, having worked abroad or in the provinces, even come to Paris to set up shop, much to the delight of foodistos and foodistas.
Are you looking for the Parisian restaurants where your favorite Top Chef candidates are hiding out? From bistronomic cuisine to neo-bistros, gastronomic tables and ephemeral restaurants, discover the Top Cheffes' and Top Chefs' restaurants in Paris without further ado!
Meïda, chef Mohamed Cheikh's Mediterranean brasserie in Saint-Ouen
Chef Mohamed Cheikh sets up shop in Saint-Ouen at Meïda, a large Mediterranean brasserie. [Read more]
Tina, Cristina and Pierre Chomet's relaxed tapas bar, Paris 6th arrondissement
Good plan alert! Cristina and Pierre Chomet (Top Chef 2021), are opening a brand new restaurant-tapas bar in the 6th arrondissement of Paris. We set out to discover this cool, gourmet spot, where gourmet Spanish dishes rhyme with conviviality. [Read more]
ChoCho, top chef Thomas Chisholm's (still) excellent restaurant
Former Top Chef contestant Thomas Chisholm opened his first Paris restaurant, ChoCho, a couple of years ago. We went back to confirm our first impressions: ChoCho is a real bistronomic nugget, full of good ideas and stamped with a real chef's touch. [Read more]
Somewhere, the gourmet marine restaurant of top chef Florian Barbarot
Immerse yourself in the depths and dive into the world of the abyss with chef Florian Barbarot at his gourmet restaurant. At Chez Quelque Part, he honors the finest seafood... but not only. [Read more]
Starving Club, the street-food food court by Thibaut Spiwack, at Galeries Lafayette
At Galeries Lafayette Gourmet, the Starving Club is the place to go for generous, gourmet street food with family and friends. Fresh produce, fast service and really nice portions: we've found the winning combo for an on-the-go lunch, a chill dinner or a Sunday brunch! [Read more]
The festive brunch at Bistrot Podium in the 15th arrondissement, a top brunch
Bistrot Podium, this festive restaurant on the banks of the Seine in the 15th arrondissement, run by Bistrots Pas Parisiens and Glenn Viel, is offering a new lively gourmet brunch every Sunday, and we're taking you along to discover it. [Read more]
LAVA, Wilfried Romain's bistronomic restaurant, as exotic as it is enticing
Louis Vins gives way to LAVA, chef Wilfried Romain's bistronomic restaurant with influences from elsewhere. An eccentric and frankly enticing table. [Read more]
Stéphane Rotenberg's Top Chef Bistro in Suresnes
Are you a fan of Top Chef? How about discovering the Bistrot Top Chef? This Suresnes restaurant lets you sample the emblematic dishes that have seduced the demanding jury of this televised culinary competition. With its affordable menus and great discoveries, you'd be wrong to miss out. [Read more]
Mojju, chef Thibault Sombardier's Franco-Korean restaurant
Chef Thibault Sombardier has launched Mojju, a Korean restaurant with a French twist. [Read more]
Halo, top chef Victor Blanchet's excellent restaurant hidden behind a concept store
Chef Victor Blanchet takes over Halo, a multi-faceted space that's part concept store, part bistro restaurant, part hidden cocktail bar, part private dining room. A unique address well worth the detour! [Read more]
Vaisseau, chef Adrien Cachot's long-awaited restaurant in Paris
Top chef Adrien Cachot finally opens his restaurant in Paris. Named Vaisseau, it's already a victim of its own success, and richly deserved. [Read more]
Oscar, David Gallienne's restaurant at the Musée des impressionnismes in Giverny
Chef David Gallienne has opened Oscar, his second restaurant in Giverny, this time in the heart of the Musée des impressionnismes. [Read more]
L'Envol, Thibaut Spiwack's restaurant high above the Philharmonie de Paris
Thibaut Spiwack and Sarah Ledu open L'Envol, their cozy little nest high above the Philharmonie de Paris. To be discovered at the end of January. [Read more]
Lafayette's, Mory Sacko's Paris restaurant, unveils. We tell you all about it!
Lafayette's is the name of Mory Sacko's new restaurant in Paris, which promises innovative fusion cuisine. Located at 8 rue d'Anjou, Paris 8e, this historic venue now comes alive with African and French influences, as well as a touch of American. [Read more]
Groot, a delicious street-food pie shop from Top Chefs Hugo Riboulet & Albane Auvray
Top Chef 2023 winner Hugo Riboulet opens Groot, a street-food restaurant based around pies, in the company of his former teammate and friend Albane Auvray. Comfort and indulgence are the order of the day! [Read more]
Vecchio, Gianmarco Gorni's terribly comforting Italian-American restaurant at Le Perchoir Ménilmontant
Little Italy invites itself to Le Perchoir Ménilmontant with Vecchio, Gianmarco Gorni and Hubert Niveleau's Italian-American restaurant. Be warned: it's terribly comforting and devilishly addictive. [Read more]
Bistrot Podium, Glenn Viel's party restaurant and Bistrots Pas Parisiens
Les Bistrots Pas Parisiens, led by Hakim Gaouaoui and Stéphane Rotenberg, are opening their first festive restaurant in the 15th arrondissement of Paris: Bistrot Podium, where Chef Glenn Viel has created a gourmet and comforting menu. The perfect way to enjoy a party! [Read more]
Bloom Garden, chef Olivier Streiff's restaurant in the Bloom House hotel
Chef Olivier Streiff, a former Top Chef contestant, arrives in Paris at the Bloom Garden restaurant in the Bloom House hotel. [Read more]
Le 19.20 by Norbert Tarayre, the Prince of Wales's restaurant
Alert, the 19.20 restaurant by Norbert Tarayre at the Prince de Galles Paris, opens its doors! On the menu, a fine French bistro menu in a friendly atmosphere. You'll love its jungle decor and locally sourced products, worked with Norbert's pep. [Read more]
Colvert, chef Arnaud Baptiste's devilishly sexy bistro
In Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the bistrot Colvert serves up some devilishly scoundrel bistronomy. Not surprising, with chef Arnaud Baptiste behind the stoves. [Read more]
Jefe Burger: the restaurant run by rapper Ninho and Top Chef Xavier Pincemin arrives in Paris
It's a done deal! Rapper Ninho and chef Xavier Pincemin, winner of Top Chef in 2006, unveils the Jefe Burger restaurant just off the Champs-Elysées in Paris. [Read more]
Label Broche: Top Chef David Gallienne's new Paris rotisserie hotspot
We take you on a tour of Label Broche, the fine French rotisserie designed by Top Chef 2020 winner David Gallienne, nestled in the heart of the Nouvelles Tables du Gourmet at Galeries Lafayettes in Paris. [Read more]
Dame Augustine, the delicious and affordable restaurant of Lilian Douchet, Top Chef 2022
Lilian Douchet, who you followed in Top Chef 2022, has just opened a contemporary bistro in Paris called Dame Augustine. We set out to discover this charming new spot. Divine cocktails, top-notch dishes (chef) that are affordable, gourmet and no-frills. [Read more]
We tested the starred restaurant of top chef Mallory Gabsi in the 17th arrondissement
The young Belgian chef Mallory Gabsi, candidate of Top Chef 2020, opened his first restaurant in Paris, in the 17th district. [Read more]
Mosugo, African street food and fried chicken burgers by Mory Sacko
Gone are the white tablecloths and silver cutlery of his Michelin-starred restaurant; at Mosugo, Mory Sacko dabbles in street-food and fried chicken. [Read more]
Papa Pool, we tested Arnaud Delvenne and Stéphane Rotenberg's restaurant in Clamart
Papa Pool is the name of the Bistrots Pas Parisiens restaurant run by Arnaud Delvenne and Stéphane Rotenberg. We're off to Clamart in the Hauts-de-Seine to discover this spot with a mountain chalet feel in winter and a seaside resort feel in summer, complete with giant terrace. The bistro menu is designed to be accessible. [Read more]
Nonos, Paul Pairet's restaurant-grill at the Hôtel de Crillon
Chef Paul Pairet has completely redesigned the former Brasserie d'Aumont in the Hôtel de Crillon, and now unveils Nonos, a restaurant-grill, and Comestibles, a grocery counter. The verdict is in: a real treat. [Read more]
Ambos, Cristina and Pierre Chomet's brilliant restaurant
Gourmets beware, Pierre Chomet (ex-top chef) and Cristina Chomet Tejeda (formerly in the kitchens of the Queen of England, please), have just opened the Ambos restaurant in the Luxembourg district, opposite the French Senate. We've tried it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Arboré, top chef Pauline Séné's restaurant at the Royal Madeleine Hôtel & Spa
Join us in mid-September to discover Arboré, Pauline Séné's bistronomic restaurant at the Royal Madeleine Hôtel & Spa! [Read more]
Cléo, Bruno Aubin's sparkling, affordable gastronomy at Le Narcisse Blanc
Discover Cléo, Le Narcisse Blanc's restaurant, and chef Bruno Aubin's sparkling, affordable gourmet cuisine. [Read more]
The rooftop restaurant-bar at the Mama Shelter La Défense and its menu by Pierre Chomet
A restaurant-bar on the 14th floor with a panoramic view of Paris, that's what awaits you at the Mama Shelter La Défense. The à la carte menu features dishes with an Asian flavour, created by Top Chef 2021 Pierre Chomet. [Read more]
Anona, Thibaut Spiwack's gourmet restaurant in Les Batignolles
Anona is the restaurant opened last year by chef Thibaut Spiwack in the Batignolles district. A gastronomic, responsible and sustainable restaurant in the heart of Paris's 17th arrondissement. [Read more]
Dalloyau Saint-Lazare: restaurant and tea room
Dalloyau takes possession of the magnificent Eugénie footbridge in Saint-Lazare, and installs its new restaurant-tea room. To tickle your taste buds, the menu is signed Justine Piluso, former candidate of Top Chef 2020. She offers tasty dishes made with seasonal ingredients and from the Ile-de-France region. And let's not forget the unmissable desserts made by Jérémy Del Val. [Read more]
At Mosuke, Mory Sacko (Top Chef 2020) brilliantly combines African and Japanese inspiration
Mory Sacko, one of the emblematic candidates in the 2020 season of Top Chef, has just opened his first restaurant in Paris. Named Mosuke, this new gourmet spot blends African, Japanese and French cuisine. [Read more]
La Scène, Stéphanie Le Quellec's 2-star restaurant
Stunning dishes, refined surroundings: La Scène, Stéphanie Le Quellec's first restaurant, is a sight to behold. [Read more]
Mensae, Thibault Sombardier's excellent restaurant in the 19th arrondissement
Nestled in the heights of Belleville, Mensae is one of the restaurants run by former Top Chef finalist Thibault Sombardier. With its low prices, simple cuisine and lively emotions, this is an address worth discovering. [Read more]
L'Escudella in Paris: between modern and sophisticated cuisine
For five years now, Maître-Restaurateur Chef Jérôme Laurent, with the help of former Top Chef Paul-Arthur Berlan and Aurélien Faure, has been delighting the taste buds of 7th arrondissement residents with his L'Escudella restaurant. [Read more]
So, how about a top restaurant for lunch?
