
Benoit Paris
Nestled in the heart of Paris's 4th arrondissement, Benoit Paris by Alain Ducasse embodies the epitome of a distinguished French bistro. Adorned with brass details and ornate mirrors, this venerable establishment exudes an inviting ambiance, perfect for an intimate and romantic dining experience. Renowned for its traditional offerings, including casseroles, escargot, and delectable profiteroles, Benoit Paris has earned a coveted Michelin star.
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Nestled in the heart of Paris’s 4th arrondissement, Benoit Paris by Alain Ducasse embodies the epitome of a distinguished French bistro. Adorned with brass details and ornate mirrors, this venerable establishment exudes an inviting ambiance, perfect for an intimate and romantic dining experience. Renowned for its traditional offerings, including casseroles, escargot, and delectable profiteroles, Benoit Paris has earned a coveted Michelin star. From its extensive wine selection to the availability of healthy dining options, this bistro caters to a discerning crowd, offering lunch, dinner, and catering services. With a reputation for excellence and a commitment to providing a cozy and upmarket atmosphere, Benoit Paris promises an unforgettable culinary journey through the rich tapestry of French cuisine.
Menu Highlights
- Delicate Paris mushroom velouté, crispy bacon
- Corn-fed chicken layers, lamb’s lettuce salad
- Cassolette of sea burbot, shellfish and saffron, pilaf rice
- Armagnac savarin, lightly whipped cream
- Assorted tart chocolate and seasonal fruit
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Benoit Paris is a restaurants restaurant in the Array arrondissement of Paris.
Benoit is a historic Parisian bistro in the 4th arrondissement, at 20 Rue Saint-Martin near the Centre Pompidou and Les Halles. Open since 1912 and now part of Alain Ducasse’s group, it is the only traditional bistro in the city to hold a Michelin star — a living monument to old-school French cooking and service.
What to expect at Benoit
The room is gloriously period — brass, mirrors, banquettes and white-jacketed waiters — and the menu is a roll-call of bistro grandeur: pâté en croûte, snails, cassoulet, slow-cooked classics and a famously decadent profiterole finish. Ducasse’s kitchen brings precision and top produce to dishes that remain reassuringly traditional. It is polished and a touch pricey for a bistro, but the setting and pedigree justify it.
Good to know
- Address: 20 Rue Saint-Martin, 75004 Paris (4th arrondissement)
- Cuisine: Classic French bistro, one Michelin star
- Group: Alain Ducasse
- Phone: +33 1 42 72 25 76
- Hours: Daily, lunch 12:00–2:00pm and dinner 7:00–10:00pm
- Best for: A landmark traditional bistro experience
It is a popular, central institution, so booking is wise. For more classic and contemporary tables, see our guide to the best restaurants in Paris, and plan your day with our things to do in Paris.