Sunday Dining
As you have undoubtedly noticed, many restaurants in Paris shut down on Sundays. Here is a list of restaurants, cafes, and cars tested and approved by me, cafés and bars that are open on Sundays (with double asterisks indicating my real favorites). As always, call ahead to make sure opening hours have not changed and to reserve a table. Remember that many restaurants close on holidays, during school vacations, and for most of the month of August.
• **Kong, 1, rue du Pont-Neuf (5th floor of the Kenzo store), 75001 Tel. 01 40 39 09 00. French/Asian fusion. Pricey (€15-20 for appetizers, €25-35 for mains) but excellent food and a great view looking out through the glass roof. Offers Sunday brunch.
• Le Café Marly in the courtyard of the Louvre by the glass pyramid, 75001, Tel. 01 49 26 06 60. It’s a Costes brothers restaurant, which means the food can be a bit hit or miss but I’m a big fan of the shrimp or scallops dishes. A bit pricey and not always the friendliest service but despite all this it’s worth it for the location: great view of Louvre from terrace. Good for tea or drinks too (especially if you hit it at sunset), open late.
• L’Ardoise, 28, rue du Mont-Thabor, 75001. Tel: 01 42 96 28 18. The food is traditional but not too heavy, €33 3-course menu with at least 10 options for each course. The service can be slow. It’s better for dinner as lunch is pricey—still €33. Open Sundays (evening only).
• Le Fumoir (pictured left), 6, rue de l’Amiral-de-Coligny, 75001.Tel: 01 42 92 00 24. Good for lunch, dinner or just drinks. Great lounge/old library feel. Best to reserve ahead unless you’re just going late for drinks. Open 11 AM – 2 AM.