This laid-back gourmet wine bar is the work of the Delacourcelle brothers (Philippe is the chef, Marc is the wine maven), trailblazers in the bistronomy movement. One of the first restaurants to offer a reasonably priced, easy-to-understand menu of gourmet goodies, this crowded and convivial place offers dishes that are a scrumptious blend of traditional French and exotic ingredients. Your main course could be a meltingly tender cochon de lait (milk-fed pork) served with a smooth cinnamon-infused sauce and a delectably crunchy mass that turns out to be cabbage. Or it might be tournedos of salmon with an herbed vegetable casserole. Dessert could follow with strawberries with parsley ice cream. The weekday lunch menu is a particularly great deal: appetizer and main dish (chef’s choice) plus a glass of wine and coffee for 14.90€.
Paris› Restaurant
Le Pré Verre
8 rue Thenard, 5th arrond.
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Latin Quarter (5th & 13th Arrondissements)
Hours
Tues–Sat noon–2pm and 7:30–10:30pm
Transportation
Métro: Maubert-Mutualité or Cluny–La Sorbonne
Phone
01-43-54-59-47
Prices
Main courses 19€–29€; fixed-price lunch 14.90€ or dinner 28€ and 35€
Cuisine Type
Modern French/Asian Fusion
Web site
Le Pré Verre
Other
Closed last week of Dec
Map
8 rue Thenard, 5th 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.