Photo courtesy of Chez Julien
Photo courtesy of Paige Donner copyright 2017
Photo courtesy of Chez Julien
Photo courtesy of Paige Donner copyright 2016
Photo courtesy of Chez Julien
Photo courtesy of Chez Julien
Photo courtesy of Chez Julien
Photo courtesy of Chez Julien
Photo courtesy of Chez Julien

Chez Julien

Item: Chez Julien
Author: Paige Donner

Cuisine: European, French

Last updated on January 2, 2020

10Best Says

In one of the oldest areas of Paris, the Marais, you'll find this charming French restaurant that has stood here for 100 years. There are times when the location and the decor are so charming that diners are willing to overlook the cuisine, but here you get all three as the top-notch cuisine has this memorable and romantic restaurant on a sure-fire winning streak. Chef Helmi Derbal is a connoisseur of truffles and he knows where to source the best. Depending on the season, he'll whip up his signature dishes using either white or black truffles and only the best. One of the house specialties is the simple-sounding croque monsieur a la truffe, a classic French melted cheese sandwich that when truffles are added becomes something altogether out-of-this-world. This is also one of the best places to enjoy a cocktail, either with or without alcohol.

Address:

1 Rue du Pont Louis-Philippe
Paris, 75004

Phone:

01 42 78 31 64

Website:

chezjulien.paris

EXPERT TIPS BY: Paige Donner
Former Contributor

Romantic Dining: "If you like truffles, you've found your place. The chef used to be the Exec Chef at a restaurant specialized in only truffles. So whatever the season, you'll find truffles on the menu here, black, white and even those nuggets of black gold from Burgundy. The terrace is one of the best in the summertime!"

Best for Romantic Dining Because: In one of the oldest parts of Paris with a view onto the the Ile St. Louis, this restaurant is picture perfect with delicious cuisine.