Yuliia Konstantynovska
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A flavorful Parisian journey ✨🇫🇷
😌 Ambience: A Michelin-starred modern bistro in the 16th district with a view into the open kitchen - and a vibe that’s pure contemporary Paris. The music is spot-on, the energy stylish yet relaxed, and we were lucky to be seated right in front of the kitchen window, which added a touch of magic.
🥗 Food: If I had to describe it in one word: freshness. Every bite was a surprise - delicate, bright, creative. Unexpected pairings of textures, sauces, and scents. I don’t eat pork, and two dishes were custom-made for me - both exceptional. The whole experience was a wow 🤩 I’d absolutely recommend this place if you want to feel the new Parisian food wave!
One more thing I truly liked: the choice. You can pick from several menus - a vegetarian one (5 courses), the “Vibration” menu with 7 courses (I went for this one), or the full experience (9 courses). And here’s the rarest gem: they even offer a lunch menu! Such a great opportunity to try it out.
And one last thing I’d love to highlight - the dessert was outstanding. Once again: fresh, not too sweet, crispy, and so delicate! A real treasure. In my experience (and personal taste), desserts are usually the trickiest part everywhere - and this one nailed it 👏
🥂 Drinks: An outstanding wine list focused mostly on unusual, natural French wines - elegant, playful, a bit rebellious. The non-alcoholic options are more limited; the juices were nice, though not house-made. That’s the only thing I’d love to see leveled up a bit. But come on, it’s Paris - who even needs n/a drinks? 😁
🌟 Recognition: One Michelin star. Chef Matthias Marc (you might know him from Top Chef France) delivers bold, seasonal cuisine with inspiration from his native Jura region.
Substance also holds a 15/20 rating by Gault&Millau (classified as a “remarkable restaurant”) and is Ecotable certified - meaning they work with local products that have a low environmental impact.
💰 Prices: Parisian, yes)), but reasonable for the quality. Medium tasting menu (7 courses): €158. Lunch menu (3 courses): €68.