A real gem in the Mabillon quarter of St Germain, La Petite Cour is mostly known for its ultra romantic terrace that is so inviting, so softly lit, so relaxing with the sound of the fountain that one could linger there all night. The menu is seasonal but always refined and quite inventive – try the cherry gazpacho or a foie gras donut! The service is correct, the clientele tends to be on the older side, probably due to the fact that the average check for dinner for two is around 120 euros. Don’t let that stop though, kids, you only live once!

Practical Information

Tel: 00 33 (0) 1 42 39 69 81
Address: 8, Rue Mabillon, 75006
Metro: St Germain-des-Prés, Odéon
Lunch hours: everyday, except Saturday: Noon – 14h
Dinner hours: everyday 19h-23h
Average price: Lunch menu 28 euros; Dinner menu 38 euros; Main courses 20 – 50 euros;

For a quiet private family dinner.

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Described by many of the regulars as one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in Paris, this small upscale place is where one can taste fresh traditional dishes on beautiful china, starch white tablecloths served by mature professional waitstaff & supervised by Marie who runs the place. This place is not trendy, the customer age bracket is older than younger and that is just as well.

Practical Information

Tel: 00 33 (0) 1 43 29 77 66
Address: 12, rue Princesse, 75006
Metro: Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Restaurant hours: Lunch & Dinner; Closed Sunday
Average price: 1 starter + 1 main course + 1 glass of wine =30 euros

A little place of gourmet wonders to enjoy directly or take away.

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It is difficult to bring oneself to use words like ‘wine shop’ or ‘delicatessen’ to describe a place such as this. Originally, a creamery dating back to the 1880′s, this tiny place is now an ‘epicerie fine’ where one can purchase Spanish ‘jamon’ & ‘chorizo’, French farm cheeses, artisan olive oils, balsamic vinegars and rare spices. It is  also an impressive exclusively organic ‘caves à vin‘ curated by the owners, wine lovers and architects in their previous lives. The best part of LA CREMERIE are the 8 tables or so, allowing one to enjoy a nice simple meal directly in this warm convivial art nouveau atmosphere. Reservations are recommended.

Practical Information

Tel: 00 33 (0)1 43 54 99 30
Address: 9, Rue Quatre Vents, 75006
Metro: Odéon
Epicerie hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10h-22h; Sunday 10h30-14h00
Restaurant hours: Dinner Tuesday-Saturday 18h00-22h;  Lunch  Friday & Saturday 12h30-14h30;

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Established in 1968, this Japanese restaurant has been called  ’the best in Paris’ by many  of the regulars who frequent it. It is located on a small beautiful street that matches well its cosy and authentic interior. Two sushi chefs masterfully execute each order and if you are curious to watch, there is bar seating available. Because of the high quality ingredients and a more refined menu, the prices are higher than in a standard sushi place like Nishikura for example…but…you get what you pay for and if you are a Paris sushi lover this place is worth every penny.

Practical Information

Tel: 00 33 (0)1 42 22 17 74
Address: 8, rue du Sabot, 75006
Metro: St. Germain-des-Près
Open: noon-14h30 & 19h-23h, 7/7j
Price: 1 Entree+1 Main+1 Beverage: 30-35 euros

For those looking to get more out of visiting this institution of impressionist art, why not join a guided tour? Around 90 minutes in length, various versions and themes are available depending on the language . Currently in English two version are given, one focuses on 19 century art and the second to the museum collection overall. Cost is just an additional 7,50 euros to one’s regular admission ticket. A note to parents – children under 13 are not allowed as there are specially designed tours for them. Start times are around 11h, 14h and 16h.

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Address: Musée d’Orsay, 1, rue de la Légion d’Honneur, 75007
Metro: Assemble National, Solferino
Opening Hours: Tues.- Sat. 09h30-18h, Thurs. to 21h45 (last entry 1 hr before closing)
Admission: 9,50 euros;  Free for visitors under 18

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33 1 43 29 43 43
33, Rue Dauphine, 75006
http://www.hoteldaubusson.com
300 to 500 euros
M: Pont Neuf
49 rooms;

Boutique Hotel housed in a mansion style residence dating from 1630. Simone de Beauvoir lived here during WWII. It contains a tiny garden and a beautiful fireplace, both great for a drink in the respective seasons. The bar also hosts jazz nights.

33 1 42 61 01 22
3 rue du Pré aux Clercs, 75007
http://www.aquin-paris-hotel.com
140 euros
M: Saint-Germain-des-Prés
21 rooms;
Traditional