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Fine Dining in Paris: La Reserve Hotel.

by Nadeen
September 22, 2019
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Fine Dining in Paris France at La Reserve Hotel & Spa!

Although I received a complimentary dining experience at La Reserve Hotel Paris, all opinions expressed in this post are my own. If you click through on a link, you won’t pay a penny more, but we’ll receive a slight commission which helps us keep this information available to you. Thanks!


There is no shortage of luxury 5 star hotels and fine dining in Paris. However, after reading this post you will see that La Reserve Hotel Spa and Apartments is in a class of its own.

Fine Dining in Paris France at La Reserve Hotel & Spa! Head to La Pagode de Cos for an amazing dining experience!
The elegant entrance to La Reserve Hotel & Spa

A fellow travel enthusiast and friend introduced me to La Reserve Hotel Paris. While staying at this beautiful property, she raved about the excellent service and amazing restaurants on site. Although this 5 star hotel was above our accommodation budget, the manager Nathaniel was kind enough to offer us a romantic dinner for two in one of their restaurants, so we enjoyed some fine dining in Paris.

La Reserve Hotel is located in the 8th arrondissement in Paris. Although it is in the heart of Paris near the Champs-Elysees, the hotel sits on a quiet neighborhood street. It has beautiful views of the Grand Palais and the Eiffel Tower. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with prompt and attentive service by the doormen and hostesses. The hotel is part of Michel Reybier’s collection. This urban mansion is warm and sophisticated and does not feel like your typical hotel. There are more suites than rooms, marble fireplaces, a smoking lounge, a library and an indoor pool which is rare for Paris! Book your stay at La Reserve in advance. Relax in the inner courtyard or the luxury spa. After sampling from the wine cellar in your suite, head to one of two restaurants on the property.

Fine Dining in Paris at La Reserve Hotel

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The entrance of La Reserve Hotel & Spa
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The dining area of La Pagode De Cos

La Reserve Hotel Paris boasts two stellar restaurants on site. Le Gabriel and La Pagode De Cos are both overseen by executive chef Jerome Banctel. Le Gabriel is a Michelin two-starred restaurant with Japanese influences. We had the pleasure of dining at La Pagode De Cos which is run by Emmanuel Sibileau. Expect dishes based on the local produce of the Bordeaux region of France. La Pagode De Cos is located right pass the lobby and “Le Bar” of La Reserve Hotel Paris. It feels more like a living room than a restaurant, uncommon for fine dining in Paris. My husband and I were seated at a cozy candle lit table for two by the fireplace. Our servers were friendly, knowledgeable about the menu and gave their recommendations. This was very helpful since the menu and wine list had many delightful options. The wine list included Michel Reybier selections. We enjoyed the Merlot blend with our main courses and the Brut champagne with desser

The chef treated us to a starter of BBQ pigeon which was followed by our shared appetizer of scampi ravioli.

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Scampi ravioles, coriander dressing with the Merlot Blend. (the BBQ pigeon can be seen in the background. I will admit we were not adventurous enough to try it 🙁

For our main courses during our fine dining in Paris experience, we chose the blue lobster penne dish and the Sole meuniere from Normandy. The lobster was tender and delicious. The carbonara sauce was a nice compliment. The presentation of the Sole meuniere was spectacular! I have not been to Normandy but I look forward to trying this dish again there.

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Penne, blue lobster from Brittany, carbonara sauce and chanterelles
Fine Dining in Paris France at La Reserve Hotel & Spa! Head to La Pagode de Cos for an amazing dining experience!
Sole meuniere from Normandy France

For dessert my husband had vanilla ice cream with a fruit sorbet while I tried the fig tart. I don’t think I have seen such a beautiful tart! The flakiness of the pastry alongside the acidity of the figs was perfect.

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I loved this presentation of the ice cream and sorbet!
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The prettiest tart I’ve ever had!

During the evening we enjoyed listening to the pianist in the library. She was playing classic R& B and rock tunes! The entire atmosphere of La Pogode De Cos and La Reserve Hotel was lovely. We were not rushed from our table and at the end of the evening the staff assisted with transportation. On your next visit to Paris make a reservation at La Reserve. You will not be disappointed! For more, take another peek into what I ate in Paris and my favorite sights in the city of lights. Pick up the Lonely Planet Paris City Guide for the perfect budget tour guide around the city.

For more information, hours of operation and to make reservations for fine dining in Paris please visit their website. Have you had the pleasure of dining or staying at La Reserve Hotel Paris? If so share your thoughts with us below!

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My husband and I toasting to this wonderful dinner with glasses of Michel Reybier Brut Champagne

 

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Dr. Nadeen White is a "Blogger by Day, Physician by Night". She is an award-winning travel blogger, Amazon bestselling author and speaker. The Sophisticated Life Blog covers affordable luxury travel, culinary travel and wine. Her domestic and international travel guides gets people to the destinations of their dreams. So, if you are living the sophisticated life or desire to do so, this is the blog for you!

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Comments 4

  1. Eva says:
    5 years ago

    What an amazing experience! I really love reding about food adventures – especially those a little bit more upscale! The creativity of the chefs at fine dining restaurants and the skills at plating always leave me in awe!

    • nadeen says:
      5 years ago

      I totally agree! It takes so much creativity!

  2. Yoanne says:
    5 years ago

    The food looks absolutely incredible!! And good portion sizes too, I find a lot of upscale dining involves tiny plates of food haha. Hopefully one day we can afford to treat ourselves in Paris like this.

  3. nadeen says:
    5 years ago

    I agree about the portion sizes! this was a pleasant surprise!

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