La Tour d'Argent
Fine dining restaurant · Saint-Victor
15 Quai de la Tournelle, 75005 Paris, France
Highlights
Iconic restaurant with breathtaking Seine views, famed duck.
Iconic restaurant with breathtaking Seine views, famed duck.
"Verdict: Of all the elaborate, historic fine-dining experiences in Paris, La Tour d’Argent offers the best views and the most impressive wine list. Book it, if the budget allows. With historic dining institutions, it’s easy to wonder what you’re really coming for: the classic French food or the myth of the place itself. In the case of La Tour d’Argent, you’re getting dressed up for both—on top of panoramic views, plenty of Christofle tableware to make you feel like royalty, gold-star service from start to finish, and what is said to be the most extensive wine collection (300,000 bottles deep) of any restaurant in the world. After choosing between the Frédéric Delair pressed duck, the house signature, or the fish or vegetable dish du moment, be sure to have servers wheel over the tome of a wine list to browse. If it feels intimidating (and it might), the sommelier will make spot-on recommendations right up to the best digestif to follow your Crêpes Mademoiselle, sweet crêpes prepared and flambéed tableside." - lindsey tramuta
"In Paris, France, the Secret Apartment at the Tour d'Argent offers a private, luxurious stay with Parisian décor, a dedicated hostess, and a menu by Chef Yannick Franques, along with a sauna overlooking the city." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Tour d'Argent is described as an iconic place to enjoy a cocktail on its terrace, providing a wonderful experience." - Edward Barsamian
"With historic Paris dining institutions, it’s easy to wonder whether you’re coming for the French food or the myth of the place itself. In the case of La Tour d'Argent, a fine dining temple that inspired Ratatouille, you’re coming for both—and for the city views, gold-star service, and a striking blue dining room with enough Christofle tableware to make you feel like royalty. The tasting menus skew traditional without feeling boring or dated, and the zhuzhed up plating highlights old favorites, like the Frédéric Delair pressed duck and the sole filet in white wine sauce. Whether you go for the fixed menu or dine à la carte (the pricier option), be sure to have servers wheel over the tome listing over 300,000 wine bottles. If it feels intimidating, have the sommelier make spot-on recommendations, including which digestif you should follow the sweet crêpes, which are flambéed tableside." - sara lieberman, lindsey tramuta
"Mentioned as an example of a local bakery on Île Saint‑Louis where food‑tour participants forage baked goods to bring back for bespoke wine‑and‑cheese pairings." - Kristy Alpert
