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Le Grand Véfour - Restaurant in Saint-Honoré & Palais-Royal, Paris
Restaurant

Le Grand Véfour

Palais-Royal arcade institution since 1784, historic monument with a kitchen in transition

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Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed May 2026
Saint-Honoré & Palais-Royal |
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Daily 12:00-15:00 (lunch), 19:30-23:30 (dinner)
| Last reviewed: May 2026

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.

Editor's Tip

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.

1 Michelin Star
MICHELIN Guide France 2026, One Star Palais-Royal arcade institution since 1784, historic monument

At a Glance

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Historic Monuments, Courtyard

Views & Setting

View Type

Historic Monuments, Courtyard

View Quality

Good

Indoor Terrace

Recognition & Quality

Michelin one star

Awards

  • MICHELIN Guide France 2026, One Star

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Le Grand Véfour, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.

Where is Le Grand Véfour?
Le Grand Véfour is located in Saint-Honoré & Palais-Royal, Paris, 17 rue de Beaujolais, 75001 Paris.
What are the opening hours of Le Grand Véfour?
Le Grand Véfour is open Daily 12:00-15:00 (lunch), 19:30-23:30 (dinner).
What is Le Grand Véfour best for?
Le Grand Véfour is especially popular for Once In A Life dining, History Aware visitors, Paris purists.

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