Alliance

We enjoyed the approximately 13-course tasting menu, elegant atmosphere, and warm, personable service. Several dishes truly stood out — the chestnut and sage cigar, pumpkin tart, and radish lollipop were beautifully presented with creative, playful flavors. The Japanese smoked straw rustic bread was unique and provided a lovely contrast to the more refined courses. The duck served two ways was flavorful, velvety, and perfectly prepared. A few of the other dishes were pleasant but didn’t quite have the same level of presentation detail or layered complexity I’ve experienced at some other Michelin-starred restaurants. The desserts, however, were the stars of the evening — both in presentation and in their variety of textures and flavors. Highlights included the frozen grapes, ice wafer with elderflower and Pimm’s granita, and the decadent chocolate from Venezuela paired with jasmine ice cream, Vietnam black pepper sabayon, and chocolate granita. Absolutely Michelin level. My husband enjoyed the wine pairing, while I appreciated that my sparkling water was attentively refilled throughout the meal. In addition to the refined dining experience, I have to mention the main-level restroom — it features a warm-water Toto bidet toilet with air dryer. The water ran a bit longer than expected, but it eventually turned off (I’m used to my model at home where I can control it). A memorable evening overall, with moments of true brilliance and an atmosphere that exudes understated elegance.

Found this restaurant on the Michelin website and this was one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. Shawn and his team are amazing at what they do. They are very knowledgeable in their craft and very attentive. I chose the 5 course menu, which ended up being way more than just that. It was a lovely experience of surprise and delight, as I never knew what was coming next. You could tell every dish was well thought out. As I informed Shawn in advance I had an allergy to raw fish and raw seafood, the team in the kitchen accommodated that wonderfully. I'm saddened I missed out on some amazing dishes due to the allergy, but I was happy with what I was given. I was dining solo, but I never felt like I was alone, as the team was always stopping by my table to drop off a dish, ask me if I enjoyed it, etc. It's a small, intimate setting and I really appreciated that so many team members made my experience so wonderful. Highly recommend visiting Shawn and his amazing team!

Thank you for the most beautiful introduction to food prepared with absolute mastery and wine pairings with thoughtful detail to elevate the experience beyond all my expectations. Staff are absolutely exceptional and made me feel comfortable despite feeling completely out of my element. This was far more than food or a meal. The space, the plates, the cutlery are all artistry.

We had an interesting dinner at Alliance. As far as the food went, we thought it started and ended a little flat with some great dishes in the middle. We did the harmonie tasting. Our favorite dishes were the potato gnocchi with caviar (memorably good), the poulet, and the suckling pig with crispy puffed crispy rind. The wines paired were also a combination of hits and misses. The setting was beautifully elegant and minimalist. As far as the service, something must have been off that night, maybe timing? Our sommelier was behind with pours the entire service and the descriptions were borderline awful. Shawn was amazing as was the majority of the staff otherwise. We were greeted out by chef Omiya and the team, which was nice.

Lunch at Restaurant Alliance, Paris Just a short walk from Notre-Dame, Restaurant Alliance offers a refined and welcoming experience that lives up to its Michelin star and 16/20 Gault & Millau rating. From the moment we arrived, the service was warm and attentive – we felt truly welcome. Chef Toshitaka Omiya even came by our table to greet us personally, a thoughtful touch that made the experience feel personal and memorable. The three-course lunch was beautifully composed: • A delicate white tuna with almond cream opened the meal with subtlety and finesse. • Artichoke served three ways was creative and full of flavor. • The main course, pigeon with leek, was rich, tender, and perfectly cooked. The wine list is excellent. We chose a Condrieu that paired beautifully – aromatic, expressive, and well balanced. Alliance delivers precise cooking and genuine hospitality in equal measure. A place to return to for both the food and the feeling.

An extraordinary dinner in an extraordinary city of restaurants. Every course was well prepared and executed with complexity and unexpected combination of flavors. The wine pairings were also very top notch. Highly recommended!

Returned after a few years and the experience has gone from wonderful to magnificent! We chose the 7 course menu and the mains came with multiple small plates. Incredible experience and yet we didn’t feel too full! The staff are excellent and one is instantly at home. A truly memorable experience in a restful and charming venue!

Shawn and the entire waitstaff were incredible!! The food was amazing as well! We had the best time and would definitely go back. Highly highly recommend!!

New year family lunch with reservation, and when we showed up couple minutes earlier and the waiter is ready for us and showed us the table in the dinning area cross the street . Walked in with some help with our winter coats, inside neat decorations and great warm lighting. Total about 7 tables . The waiter, English name Tony ,was really friendly and helpful, who helped my 5 years old son picked up his kid special edition dish - pasta with chicken. And the rest of us have the prefix meal, we all enjoyed the dishes , appetizers and taste bud refreshers. Shown in attached photos, and the only thing was not good as expected was the mini cake after meal, dry and lack of outstanding taste or texture. I personally it is 100% worth the one Michelin star.

We enjoyed the approximately 13-course tasting menu, elegant atmosphere, and warm, personable service. Several dishes truly stood out -- the chestnut and sage cigar, pumpkin tart, and radish lollipop were beautifully presented with creative, playful flavors. The Japanese smoked straw rustic bread was unique and provided a lovely contrast to the more refined courses. The duck served two ways was flavorful, velvety, and perfectly prepared. A few of the other dishes were pleasant but didn't quite have the same level of presentation detail or layered complexity I've experienced at some other Michelin-starred restaurants. The desserts, however, were the stars of the evening -- both in presentation and in their variety of textures and flavors. Highlights included the frozen grapes, ice wafer with elderflower and Pimm's granita, and the decadent chocolate from Venezuela paired with jasmine ice cream, Vietnam black pepper sabayon, and chocolate granita. Absolutely Michelin level. My husband enjoyed the wine pairing, while I appreciated that my sparkling water was attentively refilled throughout the meal. In addition to the refined dining experience, I have to mention the main-level restroom -- it features a warm-water Toto bidet toilet with air dryer. The water ran a bit longer than expected, but it eventually turned off (I'm used to my model at home where I can control it). A memorable evening overall, with moments of true brilliance and an atmosphere that exudes understated elegance.

Je me suis arrêté pour un excellent déjeuner en semaine de 2 heures dans ce petit restaurant avec une cuisine partiellement ouverte. Le décor simple m'a permis de me concentrer sur la nourriture délicieuse. Bien que je pense qu'il y ait peut-être eu trop de saveurs pendant une si courte période - par exemple, sept éléments différents pour les bouches amusantes. Mais j'ai bien aimé le Saint-Pierre et le magret de canard / confit de canard. Je vais devoir revenir bientôt / I stopped in for an excellent, 2-hour weekday lunch in this small restaurant with a partially open kitchen. The simple decor allowed me to focus on the delicious food. Although, I believe that there may have been too many flavors for such a short period - for example, seven different items for the amuse bouches. But I did enjoy the John Dory and the duck breast / duck confit. I will have to return soon. 2024 03 28. M1.

Alliance Restaurant exceeded all expectations for a memorable lunch. From the moment we stepped in, we were warmly greeted and escorted to our table, where the ambiance instantly set the stage for an unforgettable meal. We were lucky enough to sit in front of the kitchen window to watch Chef Omiya and his staff create these wonderful dishes. The menu, a beautiful fusion of French and international influences, showcased the chef's innovative approach to gastronomy. Each dish was fantastic both visually stunning and bursting with exquisite flavors. The attention to detail was remarkable. We did the 3 course lunch with the cheese but it ended up being more around 12 courses. We were sad to see the meal end. Little did we know who our main server was until midway through our meal when we asked his name. It was Shawn the owner who graciously told us the story of their restaurant. Alliance Restaurant is a gem in the heart of Paris. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking an extraordinary dining experience.

We cannot speak highly enough about our experience at Alliance, a Michelin-starred restaurant in the 5th arrondissement. Each course is beautifully plated, and each is a flavor sensation. My husband is very particular about wine and he allowed Shawn, the co-owner, to choose every pairing. My husband loved them all. The staff is warm and engaging, adding to the experience in every possible way. There is a joy to the food and the service at Alliance, making it a standout in a crowded field of Michelin-starred options. It is the perfect blend of exceptional food combined with elegance and warmth. We look forward to returning.

My wife and I dined here to end the Paris portion of our honeymoon trip and it was the cherry on top of a lovely time in this city of culinary perfection. We had about 12 courses including cheese and dessert and the staff was attentive and timely. The gnocchi with caviar white wine sauce topped with "spinach of the sea" was to die for, I savored every bite. Thank you Chef Omiya and team!

Excellent food from their tasting menu. Staff is very quick with service and friendly. Price is appropriate for the quality and type off food.

Exceptionally good!! Small restaurant (~9 tables) so service was attentive without being overbearing. Food was exquisite, both in presentation and quality. Only the best ingredients are used and it shows in the interesting flavors and textures. Shawn, who runs the front of the house, is charming and offered wonderful wine suggestions. Toshi, the chef, presented dishes that combined classic French technique with a touch of Asia and molecular gastronomy. We did the tasting menu and enjoyed every course, though one of my favorites was the tomato with anchovy tuille, burrata, basil, and olive oil powder. It was a perfect balance of salty, sweet and unctuousness. We also had a caviar dish with onion mousse, crisp onions and lemon that was wonderful. Overall, it was the best meal we had during our French gastronomy tour and reasonably priced given the quality of the experience. I'll definitely make an effort to return next time I'm in Paris!

We enjoyed the chef's tasting menu, which included many courses - each petite, yet exploding with flavor. There was so much variety and everything was simply and beautifully presented. The course flavors increased in intensity and complexity throughout the meal, finishing with truly divine desserts (by their top award-winning pastry chef)! Additionally, the wines we were offered with each course were thoughtfully selected to complement the taste and intensity of each serving. And I might have been afraid of having a headache the day after tasting so many different wines, but I had absolutely no problem. Top quality and probably very limited sulfites in the wines. Finally, the staff is extremely friendly and attentive, without hovering. The atmosphere is quiet, but relaxed - not stiff. We noticed that everyone dining there was having a really good time. We cannot wait to go back again the next time we are in Paris. Alliance is truly extraordinary!

The understated elegance of the small dining room mirrors the refined excellence of the cuisine. We had the Allians tasting menu at €75 per pax, plus €30 for the truffle addition. To be fair, certain dishes were not to our liking, especially the signature potato entrée, and the dessert; a fish dish was well-executed but too subtle for us. However, the foie gras de canard on a bed of 'pot-au-feu' vegs with consommé de canard, the volaille with baby artichoke, and the 'chawanmushi'-like dishes were absolutely brilliant. Co-founder Shawn Joyeux adds a joyeuse atmosphère to the dining room; his Japanese assistant was at times awkward but still very helpful. During our visit, most customers were Japanese. If chef Omiya-san can deliver the same quality in a larger setting with consistency, Alliance would deserve a second Michelin star.

Perfect dinner and impeccable service... A unique and wonderful experience. Many thanks!

Hidden Gem. Delicious food based on simple elements. Wine list is great and the service is really amazing. Recommendations on wine were on the spot. I made a reservation for 9 people and they made everything they can to accommodate my wish. It was a wonderful night based on the Degustation menu, with the truffle option. I will go there again and again.

This is a hidden gem near the Ille Saint Louis, just off of Rue St. Germain. It is a new restsaurant and doesn't have a sign on the exterior. Just look for a very big window. lovely, intimate setting with only 24 seats. The Alliance 8 course tasting menu was fabulous. Every dish filled with interesting textures and flavors, and combinations. We had caviar on a onion mousse with lemon,sea urchin with a grapefruit foam, John Dory with truffles, truffle pasta, foil gras was excellent, the beef was excellently prepared with an interesting fusion of flavor. Who would have thought of vanilla mousse with black olives for dessert, followed by an interesting mushroom mousse with a lemon custard, it was fabulous. Extensive wine list. Each serving was beautifully presented and the perfect amount for a wonderful gastronomic experience. The service was impeccable, timing of each course was perfect! Chef Toshi signed our menu and took the time to come out and meet us! They made us feel special every minute without being to invasive. An absolutely fabulous experience. We will definitely be returning next Year!

A superb meal, food of the greatest refinement and delicacy. We had the lunch prix fixe of 5 courses; they will ask you if you want the chef's special duck liver, and you certainly do. Everything in this dish -- the liver itself, the consomme, the perfectly cooked carrots and turnips -- is mild, but at the same time intensely delicious. And this experience of simple flavors brought to their height is characteristic of the whole meal. Service is formal but not stuffy. Highly recommended.