Experts' Choice Award Benoit
What the experts agree on
This century-old Ducasse-run bistro preserves its 1912 faux-marbre decor and classic dishes like escargots and cassoulet—dependable, authentic, but a genuine splurge.
“Alain Ducasse runs this chic and lively bistro, one of the oldest in Paris. Classic cuisine, respecting the soul of this fine, authentic establishment.”
– Michelin Guide
Fodor's "It's a splurge to be here, so go all the way and top off your meal with the caramelized tarte tatin or a rum-doused baba." Full review
Insight Guides "This celebrated vintage bistro, long renowned for its excellent cooking and very high prices, fell into the Alain Ducasse fold in 2004, but the master chef promised not to change its style."
Travel + Leisure "The menu favors elegant French favorites like duck pâte, roast pigeon, and escargots in their shells with garlic butter." Full review
Zagat3.8
"A "veritable icon", this century-old address in the 4th, "revived" by Alain Ducasse, is "still one of the most dependable" for "high-class bistro" fare." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A gem of a Parisian bistro, super-chef Alain Ducasse has retained the faux-marbre, polished-brass, and lace-curtain decor created in 1912."
Time Out "If you have a picture in your head of a golden age of Parisian dining, it probably looks something like Benoit." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Alain Ducasse's super old-school bistro—with pale yellow faux marble walls, red upright banquets...you come here because the food is so solid that you won't run the risk of having a bad meal" Full review
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Stick to the classics or don't be shy and ask for some help.
Frommer's "Mirrors, zinc, and tiles still line the venerable dining room, while the menu features beautifully executed bistro classics. " Full review
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Save room for the profiteroles, puff pastry filled with ice cream and drizzled with chocolate sauce.
Gayot "The chef turns out escargots with garlic butter and herbs and good cassoulet at this classic Parisian bistro." Full review
The Infatuation "Leave it to restaurateur Alain Ducasse to turn an early 20th century neighborhood bistro into a consistently packed dining destination. Since he took over the old-fashioned spot in 2005,..." Full review
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