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Pierre Gagnaire vs L'Atelier De Joel Robuchon Saint-Germain
Both establishments are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Pierre Gagnaire ranks significantly better than L'Atelier De Joel Robuchon. Pierre Gagnaire has a TripExpert Score of 89 with praise from 11 reviewers like Frommer's, BlackBook and Travel + Leisure.
Pierre Gagnaire
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6 rue Balzac, 75008 Paris
From $0 /night
Concierge
"Pierre Gagnaire is not only a wizard of contemporary French gastronomy but also one of the most original and artistic chefs working anywhere today."
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Book well in advance, but note that tables are occasionally available on lesser notice for lunch.
Fodor's
"If you want to venture to the frontier of contemporary luxe cooking—and if money is no object—dinner here is a must."
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Frommer's
"Of all the three-star chefs working in Paris today, Gagnaire is by far the most playful and experimental."
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Insight Guides
"Pierre Gagnaire is one of the most original and artistic chefs in the world today... A visit to this sedate grey dining room is essential for intrepid gastronomes."
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Book weeks, if not months, ahead.
Travel + Leisure
"The team of in-house chefs specializes in creative and unexpected taste and texture combinations."
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L'Atelier De Joel Robuchon Saint-Germain
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5 rue de Montalembert, 75007 Paris
From $32 /night
Concierge
"L'Atelier is innovative, totally nonsmoking, and fun, as long as you don't mind the counter-only service, high-rise stools, and reservation policy."
Fodor's
"Robuchon's devoted kitchen staff whip up small plates for grazing... as well as full portions, which can turn out to be the better bargain."
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Insight Guides
"L’Atelier is more casual (although that’s relative), with a sleek counter and tasting plates of simple yet rich dishes such as lobster salad and whipped potatoes."
Travel + Leisure
"Menus include full-size entrées and smaller a la carte dishes, such as foie gras with asparagus, as well as decadent desserts."
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Zagat
4.5
""Each course is more taste-bud-popping than the previous" at Joël Robuchon's "casually chic" Saint-Germain and L'Étoile duo."
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