With its high ceilings, subdued lighting, and large windows, this understatedly hip spot is a good place to regroup. During the day (except at lunchtime) dawdling is encouraged: Magazines and newspapers are available at the front entry, and a small lending library/book exchange is in the back room. At night, well-dressed 30-somethings crowd around the magnificent wood bar—which in a former life stood in a Philadelphia speakeasy—as they wait for their table. You’ll eat well here too: The offerings might include Nordic poached cod with smoked potato purée or a very French and very tender lamb navarin (stew) with fresh peas. On Sundays, the 29€-brunch comes complete with pancakes and eggs Benedict, and on Sunday nights, the Swedish chef (Henrik Andersson) returns to his roots with an all-Swedish menu.
Paris› Restaurant
Le Fumoir
6 rue de l’Amiral Coligny, 1st arrond.
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Louvre & Île de la Cité (1st Arrondissement)
Hours
Mon–Sat 9am–1am; Sun 9am–11pm
Transportation
Métro: Louvre-Rivoli
Phone
01-42-92-00-24
Prices
Main courses 13€–28€; fixed-price lunch 26€–30€ or dinner 36€–40€
Cuisine Type
French-Scandinavian
Web site
Le Fumoir
Map
6 rue de l’Amiral Coligny, 1st arrond. ParisNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.