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The Goncourt Prize restaurant since 1914, Place Gaillon institution under chef Romain Van Thienen
Palais-Royal arcade institution since 1784, historic monument with a kitchen in transition
Walk under the Palais-Royal arcades and the gilt mirrors, painted ceilings and red velvet of Le Grand Véfour are exactly what Colette, Cocteau and Hugo sat at, the brass plaques on each banquette name them. Founded 1784, it is a French historic monument as much as a restaurant. Guy Martin steered the kitchen for thirty-four years and steps down end of 2025; Laurent de Gourcuff's group has taken over and chef Shintaro Awa is the announced successor. Go for the room and the continuity rather than the menu of the moment, this is dining inside a museum that still serves lunch.
Ownership transition late 2025/early 2026, confirm chef and menu format when you reserve. Ask for a banquette in the front room facing the gardens.
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Historic Monuments, Courtyard
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