It's hardly an unpublished fact that Paris is a delight for food lovers. The city is home to a world-leading 10 Michelin Star restaurant and offers a global culinary experience. Among the areas of Paris that attract a huge crowd is the Champs-Elysée, full of places that all offer tempting treats paired with a delightful range of drinks, all in an elegant setting. 

Some places have a deep history, others are located in important locations. All of them bring out plates like *chef's kiss* manna from heaven.!

Fouquet’s Paris

Fouquet’s Paris, Source Website

For a restaurant, having an ideal location is a must along with designing a drool-worthy food and drinks menus. Fouquet’s Paris ticks all these boxes and is a Champs-Elysée brunch hotspot. Designed by Jacques Garcia, Fouquet’s Paris has embodied the festive Parisian spirit brilliantly. The decor is magnified by the subtle touches of craftsmanship and its menu is curated by Pierre Gagnaire. Enjoy delicious food and smooth drinks under the golden chandeliers as Fouquet’s chic and cozy atmosphere envelops you in. 

Where - 99 Av. des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris

Timings - 12 pm to 12 am (Everyday)

Verde by Yeeels

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Julian Thibault is the head chef of Verde, a trendy upscale restaurant on Avenue George V. Just 2 steps from the Champs-Elysée, Verde by Yeeels is a tropical haven and has a Mediterranean inspired menu. Along with the food, there’s a tapas bar that features some exotic cocktails. The brunch menu consists of assorted pastries, eggs benedict and other simple yet satisfying dishes. Pair these with a fresh pressed juice and you have yourself a delicious meal.

The contemporary setting of the restaurant and bar paired with the Michelin star chef-made food and Parisian mixology elevates the dining experience beautifully. 

Where - 24 Av. George V, 75008 Paris

Timings - 1 pm to 8 pm (Weekends)

Le Bar Kléber

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The place where Henry Kissinger negotiated the Paris Peace Accords in 1973 to bring an end to the Vietnam War is today the site of one of the most elegant restaurants near Champs-Elysée. Both sides of Le Bar Kléber’s walls are draped with two hand-embroidered silk wall tapestries commissioned in Vietnam to commemorate the historical event. Accompanying the tapestries are majestic mirrors and gilded moldings, with the oak-woodwork making for an ornate setting to enjoy your food. 

The food stands up to the setting as well. The salmon linguine or the tuna tartare and other rich dishes can be paired with their Head Sommelier's wine choices that are on point. Le Bar Kléber creates an intimate environment to enjoy your food. The Peninsula’s gift to the City of Light. 

Where - 19 Av. Kléber, 75116 Paris

Timings - 12 pm to 11 pm (Everyday)

Café 52 Paris 8

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Maxime Raab, who previously distinguished himself at Fouquet's, leads the team at Café 52 Paris 8, an inviting restaurant in the midst of Champs-Elysée. The menu is guided by the love for the product and finding the right flavour. It is equally well paired with a selection of craft cocktails and champagnes. Perhaps the place you would want to have a nice Sunday brunch, Café 52 Paris 8’s brunch menu consists of champagne by the glass, a dish of the day and healthy cocktails. End these with a dessert of French toast and vanilla ice cream and sorbet. On the days you don’t opt for a brunch, enjoy their delicacy, The Smorrebred, with a bottle or glass of their finest wine. 

Where - 52 Rue François 1er, 75008 Paris

Timings - 7 am to 9:30 pm (Everyday)
Sunday brunch is 12 pm onwards

Le Drugstore

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On the ground floor of the headquarters of the Publicis advertising agency is Le Drugstore, a sprawling brasserie. This is the place on Champs-Elysée you go to if you want to enjoy spirited cocktails with delicate finger foods, seasonal salads or croissants and other signature dishes. Opt for cocktails like the Daiquiri 133, Obsession or Lazy Dog or choose from their wide selection of wines. Enjoy the outdoor visuals as you down a few drinks. 

Where - 133 Av. des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris

Timings - 8 am to 2 am (Monday to Friday)
10 am to 2 am (Saturday and Sunday)

Galanga

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Attached to the hotel lobby of Monsieur George is Galanga, a great option for brunch, lunch and booze at Champs-Elysée. It is both a bar and a restaurant that attracts Parisians and travellers alike. The cuisine at Galanga is delicate and colorful, perfectly in sync with the place’s charm. The quaint restaurant also hosts a Monsieur’s Brunch every weekend between 12 to 3:30 pm. Chef Thomas Danigo’s combination of freshness and creativity can be enjoyed on the terrace or in the restaurant. The brunch menu consists of five cocktails including a mimosa and bloody mary. If simplicity is what attracts you, Galanga is the perfect place for you! It is a place for pondering and for conversations. 

Where - 17 Rue Washington, 75008 Paris

Timings - 
7 am to 10:30 am, 12 pm to 3 pm, 7 pm to 12 am (Monday to Friday)
7 am to 10:30 am, 7 pm to 12 am (Saturday)
11 am to 4 pm (Sunday)

Beefbar 

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Tucked a few blocks from Champs-Elysée is one of the finest looking restaurants in Paris, Beefbar. The restaurant opened in 2018 and is a part of Riccardo Giraud’s meat-focused restaurants' group. The gorgeous restaurant has a lot of contemporary glamor with its stunning glass and ceramic tiles laden interior. A menu that sings praises of all that is elegant and stunning, you can enjoy a range of premium beef dishes and other modern classics of French cuisine. Pair these dishes with a wide selection of wines and signature cocktails made by their talented team of mixologists. It is all that you would expect from a royal meat meal and more. Another gem in Champs-Elysée’s growing restaurant stature. 

Where - 5 Rue Marbeuf, 75008 Paris

Timings - 12 pm to 2:30 pm, 7:30 pm to 11 pm (Monday to Thursday)
12 pm to 2:30 pm, 8 pm to 12 am (Friday)
12:30 pm to 3 pm, 8 pm to 12 am (Saturday)
12:30 pm to 3 pm, 7:30 pm to 12 am (Sunday)

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