If it's one restaurant you need to go in Paris, it's Le Cinq. The tasting menu was amazing. Every dish was different from the other and none failed to amaze. The service was incredible and the decor is unmatched. The 3 Michelin stars are tasted in every bite, trust me. My favorite part was the strawberry pancake dessert and the lamb! They had a cheese and dessert cart at the end too. We had a reservation after and as the staff knew they made sure we were taken care of and could leave on time. read more

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Service was excellent and the food was absolutely phenomenal in taste and presentation. Highly recommend the 10 course meal where they bring the items out to you. read more

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Le Cing is French and it's literal meaning is Five, which is the 'V' in George V, and five represents the royal succession for the former king George. Le Cinq is the three star Michelin restaurant inside the George V Hotel in Paris. Their website describes as: 'A Paris destination in its own right, Le Cinq by Christian Le Squer is synonymous with the apex of French modern and elegant cuisine, paired with the rarest wines selected by award-winning Head Sommelier Eric Beaumard. Its three Michelin stars are a reflection of the gastronomic experience of a lifetime - in one of the city's most majestic dining rooms.' In agreement with the Four Seasons description of Le Cinq, and as a hotel guest, reservations to dine was imperative. The ten course tasting menu was exquisite; plating presentation was beautiful and superlative. Among the highlights are the amuse bouche, pain et beurre, caviar cones, the seabass with ossetra caviar in buttermilk, Dublin bay prawns, foie gras, decadent chocolat blanc and of course the regional fromagé!! Not including the recommended wine pairings menu was probably a regrettable choice but keeping my mind sharply focus for work the following morning was my reasoning to graciously decline. Service was cordial and exemplary... it's staff of hommes were très beau. Dining at a three Michelin star restaurant Le Cinq was an extraordinary indulgence at a very elegant hotel which earns the iconic 'V' = Five star sensory experience. Henri V aime George V Le Cinq Très Extraordinaire et Exquis. Recommend read more

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It;s been a couple of years, but I still must comment about how special our evening was. They greeted us in the most remarkable way, sat us at the best seat in the house, and from beginning to end, it was exactly what you would expect from a Michelin rated restaurant! I can say, without hesitation, that the $2,000 (with tip) we spent was 100% well worth it. I've travelled the world over my career and this was the most special restaurant moment I've ever experienced! I don't think everyone needs to spend $2k, but we had the full experience, including a great pairing of wines. An extra plus was how fun the staff was. They were "experts" when we needed great service, and "fun" when we needed that. I can't wait to go back sometime. And, I hope this post inspires others to experience what we experienced! Yes, pricey... but it will remain my single favorite restaurant experience of my life! Which makes the investment seem really small! :) Enjoy life! read more

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This place is like a dream. The food and service is absolutely out of this world, it is crazy that restaurants this good even exists! read more

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Le Cinq is a stunning space--an elegant, old-world dining room that feels like stepping into another era of Parisian luxury. Service improved over time, but the overall experience lacked the personal touch and precision I expected. I had noted pescatarian on my reservation (I now just avoid pork), and when I saw a ham-based dish on the menu, I was surprised. It wasn't offered, just listed, but the lack of acknowledgment--and the response when I pointed it out--showed a real miss in attention to detail. The food was uneven. A bitter starter, a bland mushroom tart, and an underwhelming caviar bite set a shaky tone. Gnocchi that followed was gummy and flavorless--possibly overworked or left to sit. A few dishes did shine. The asparagus course was beautifully done--earthy and tender, paired with a delicate cream, a touch of sweetness, and a crunchy topping. The play of hot and cold added a layer of refinement and creativity. The duck foie gras they brought was also beautifully executed, and my steak (subbed in for the ham) was lovely--rich, with Asian flavors and edible flowers. My partner's truffle spaghetti, though, was uninspired and overwhelmed by the sauce. Dessert was where the magic finally appeared: a mango-passion fruit tart, candied kumquats and, a true standout, a glazed caramel rhubarb pastry with grapefruit. They also have a whimsical candy bar with an assortment of chocolates and sweets. It was everything a dessert should be and more. But by then, it was too late. For the reputation and the reviews, I expected to be wowed throughout. C'est vraiment dommage. read more

Le Cinq - French Near Me

The dinner at this 3-Michelin-starred restaurant, French gastronomic cuisine located at Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris, France is worth the trip and €€€€! This place looks very chic, well decorated with excellent service! Dress elegantly (no shorts, sportswear), jacket remains obligatory for gentlemen (restaurant will provide you with one for the dinner if you come without). The food is very delicious and creatively plated! We tried THE EPICUREAN ESCAPE MENU (2023) by Christian Le Squer. Everything was delicious. By the end of the dinner there is a little surprise for the couple/ladies :) read more

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Fantastic experience. The level of service is astonishing. They provided a cushioned ottoman for my wife's bag to sit on! The dining room is beautiful. We had the tasting menu. The food is amazing as expected. But what I love is the entire experience. The servers are wonderful, there are dozens of lovely things that occur throughout the meal that just makes your night. I won't list it all because then it ruins it. If you are into Michelin star restaurants this one should be on your list. SOME photos to follow Thanks! read more

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Of all the Michelin restaurants we dined around the world, I will be honest and say the service at Le Cinq was by far, the best. The hospitality we were given was above and beyond. The ambiance was perfect, it was incredibly romantic. What the staff did for us and treated us was just a magical experience. As for the food, everything was incredibly delicious. The spaghetti was one of the most creative and tasty things we had. Just when you thought the meal stopped, there were more little bites to have. Just an amazing experience all around. read more

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First, be prepared to eat. Second, be prepared for 2-4 hours of fine dining. We tried most things on the menu. Everything was 5 out of 5 stars with every attention to detail. While I didn't love everything, most everything I didn't like my wife loved. Something for everyone. The deserts were delicious. We tried every one of them. After deserts came more deserts (save a little room) as I did not and had to take it home. Made for a good late night snack. Highly recommended. We are light and spent $700 overall so it's def a $$$$ on the scale. Worth it. read more

Le Cinq - Wonderful deserts - French Near Me

Forgot to make a review, but what I could remember.. everything was amazing! Paris has soo many Michelin restaurants, but I wanted something romantic to celebrate a birthday. Upon arrival, you get the star treatment. They even have a seat for your bag. There were so many dishes. The pigeon was amazing! If you love desserts, be prepared for many dessert dishes. I'd recommend for anyone visiting. read more

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One of our favorite places for dinner @lecinqparis where the food is amazing and the wine list is insane. One of the best #amusebouche is this cheese waffle and pairs perfectly with #champagne . The lobster dish came in a big cabbage and was definitely redefined what a #lobster course is. Of course, we had the Raveneau. It's so hard to find in the US and it's such a deal to drink it here. The food is innovative and the staff is amazing. Thank you for making our trip and night so special. #raveneau #grandcru @lecinqparis #parisfood #pariseats #parisrestaurant #michelinstar #3michelinstars #foodie #foodstagram #foodiesofinstagram #willtravelforfood #livingmybestlife #carpediem read more

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This is the best restaurant in the world, don't come here unless you're really about that life. Come here for the multiple Michelin stars and all the treats they surprise you with along the way that you didn't order and couldn't if you wanted to because some of it is unclear what it's even made of but will change your life. Come here for the steak that looks like a garden and definitely for the chocolate tray with nougat. Always and i do mean always get the signature spaghetti box! Don't order from the cheese tray unless they you really know what's up for real and don't ask any questions about the butter. This is always a 4 figure dinner so expect that. Americans.. Don't come here in your gallery department tee shirt you're embarrassing all of us and they will put a coat on you. read more

Le Cinq - Yummm - French Near Me

The favorite part of our Europe trip was our dining experience here. Best meal, hands down. We walk into the stunning Four Seasons George V into this tastefully decorated place. We were greeted warmly and seated with a view of the breathtakingly-beautiful floral gardens area. The servers pulled out our chairs and gave us a small table for my handbag. Every detail was well thought out. Different shaped plates and utensils to make everything looks more esthetically appealing and appetizing. We chose to dine off the tasting menu. I'm vegetarian, and was told the chef would whip up a menu for me on the day of. I was a bit skeptical as to what could possibly be done to wow me with vegetables? To my delight, he worked some magic that made every bite so memorable I'm still thinking about it many months later. The presentation of each dish was beautiful. The servers opened each dish on the count of three with an arm behind their back. It was formal and pleasant. The courses kept coming, multiple desserts to try. We were here for a bit over 3 hours, feeling full to the brim and very happy that we chose to came here. As an added touch the waiter gave my date a rose to present me with. He took a photo for us and printed it as a gift to take home along with a goody bag of chocolates and baked treats for the next day! You leave this place wanting to hug everyone that made your experience so great, shed a happy tear over your chef's culinary art, and planning to come back as soon as you possibly can! read more

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Let me start by saying, the service was absolutely incredible. There truly could not have been better wait staff, sommeliers, or attendants throughout. The wine selection was incredible and the sommelier did a fantastic job honoring our taste, value, and price point with quality. But - and this is as a New Yorker with her fair share of Michelin Star meals - this fell way flat for such an incredible price point. From the beet-based amuse bouche, to the room temperature sea bass, to the flan-consistency gnocchi, we just really were underwhelmed. The "spaghetti" (it's really a pasta-based entree filled with cheese and all things wonderful) is by far the best item on the menu, and the lamb was average at best. But everything else left us so dissatisfied that we couldn't bear staying for dessert or a digestif. One of the complementary desserts from the trio tasted like a tomato. I've never left a restaurant so wishing to appease the waitstaff because they truly were exceptional but the food was certainly not worth three Michelin stars or a four figure price tag. I'd recommend dining elsewhere for better bang for your buck, although the ambience is incredible. read more

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The best Michelin star restaurant I have been to. We booked well in advance and were surprised to learn that three of the restaurants at the Four Seasons hold Michelin stars -- le Cinq has 3 and they are well deserved. Our table was comfortable and we selected a few dishes from the menu. The service was of course extremely attentive and the sommelier was very knowledgeable about the wine list. My only complaint was that the gluten free bread was disgusting -- hard and stale and not acceptable to serve with the prices we paid. This will be on our list every time we come back to Paris! read more

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We sat down at our table and within seconds were offered champagne. Since this dinner was for our honeymoon, we thought why not? We both taste a rose while different amuse-bouche arrive to delight our palettes. The bread was incredible. We choose a bottle of wine along with the chef's tasting menu. What followed was amazing: several courses inspired from traditional French dishes, but completely reinvented. We especially enjoyed the prawns, sea bass, eel, and deconstructed onion soup. Dessert followed with the most amazing grapefruit dish and then of course chocolate. Service was impeccable. The waiters patiently and enthusiastically answered our questions as we dined on the tasting menu. As we departed, they delivered a flower I had ordered for my wife and the bill. For around 1000 euro we both enjoyed champagne, the tasting menu and a bottle of exquisite wine. Le Cinq is highly recommended for anyone visiting Paris looking for a romantic evening. If you've made it this far into the review I'll share something special with you. What sets La Cinq apart from other restaurants is that not only are you taking a journey through the life and childhood of the chef, but there are moments where the elevated cuisine touches you in unexpected ways. Both my wife and myself found ourselves remembering tastes from our childhood when sampling various courses and we didn't even grow up in France. We were instantly teleported to memories that were comforting through the cuisine and that is how they say, priceless. read more

There is nothing like a meal here. It was the best dining experience I've ever had. We love Per Se in New York. This was even better than that. We have eaten at other Michelin 3 stars including Epicure on this same recent trip. I didn't expect to be wowed. But I was. Literally blown away by the high level of service that leaves no detail neglected combined with the insanely good food, and an atmosphere that puts you at ease the moment you walk in. Is it pricy? Sure. But it's Paris and it's worth it. I will make it a point to return next time I'm there even with so many places I need to try. It's truly a memorable experience for anyone. Go. read more

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Crazy good. Amazing service. Went beyond our expectations. Beautiful surroundings...fresh flowers, dim lighting,...even a rose petal heart in the middle of the table for our anniversary. Very elegant. Dress code was upheld. I had the spaghetti entree and onion appetizer. Both were so complex and delicious. My husband had the scallops app and the beef entree. Everything was well done. The courses just kept on coming...so many extras. Everything was delicious. read more

Unbelievable meal, such great service and wine as well but the most balanced and light dishes with deep imagination and great flavors. Started off real quick and then eased into a slower progression. Perfect pairings, had some Madeira with the gratin that was a delight and so many little spectacular moments. First thing with champagne was parmesan waffle. So light and airy with good smoky nuttiness. Delicious but less impressive than most of the rest. Began with lobster Amuse with breading (maybe best thing all night), scallop mouselline tart (exceptional but little too bay scallop a flavor, not salty enough for me) and cheese and artichoke bite (too much truffle but still great). Baguette was kinda meh but amazing mustache curls. Buckwheat was amazing, almost homey in warm interior texture but amazing crust formed great shell that went amazing with the Salted beurre. Highlight was the flaxseed cracker/ Biscuit/croissant hybrid. So well laminated. Great textural contrast, good salt level, everything on point. So nutty it tasted like the best movie theater popcorn you've ever had when buttered. So juicy and firm, was one of the best breads I've ever had. Lemon yogurt and radish Amuse was good, nothing super memorable but creme fraiche esque sauce worked well in it. Good herbal notes too. First full course was the meaty prawn (not as sweet as Santa barbaras) with the warm mayo and buckwheat pancake. Pancake was almost Parmesan nutty and very good bend. Sauce was good but a smidge heavy (only sauce all night that was). Not too creamy but maybe too much egg yolk by 4%. Asparagus with buttermilk and seabass had it all. Great tang from the sauce, great acid, herbal bitter notes from the fresh asparagus and meaty raw ish chunks of sea bass marinating below. Possibly my favorite dish, was a really fun and textured plate too. Gratinated onions were ok but my least favorite of the dishes. Very impressive how many preparations of onion they had but not the most exciting flavor pops/ could have used 9% more salt. Very impressive wrapping job and delicious French onion overtones throufht the plate. Truffle, ham and mushroom gratin was the other contender for best dish of the night. Wow, so light and creamy but also firm bite to the ham and pasta. No idea how long it takes to layer each gratin but was worth it! Intense white truffle flavor from the broth and combined with the morels into a beautiful umami essence. Can see what it's what put the chef partially on the map, crazy inventive and so technically proficient to incorporate all that harmoniously. No fighting between any flavors at all. Smoked eel with Rogbrod and potato (with subdued horseradish sauce) looked like the most cute little meat and potatoes dish. Eel was smoked in a herring/whitefish manner, felt like I was eating an open faced fish sandwich at a danish-Jewish deli in heaven. I'm not a fan of horseradish but this sauce almost converted me too. Dairy ice was quite impressive with yeast ice cream and meringue combining into a cooling and deliciously milky granita. Came at the same time as 3 little bites. Strawberry was great, vanilla creme was tasty too but the hazelnut was the best of the trois. Grapefruit dish was next. Rind on the candied part on the bottom was delicious but too chewy for me. Not ma femme though. Top sliver had dill and campari for herbal and Citrus notes that balanced the tart grapefruit. Middle section was fresh and perfect, excellent sauce bled out onto the plate from that and the sorbet layer. Chocolate and peanut butter was great. Nice and cooling chocolate and pb with wispy wafers of pb surrounding. Nice crumble and whipped cream gave the other necessary elements to tie it together. Final dish was the kougin Amann. Amazing but the only dish we couldn't finish as we were bursting. And then the dessert cart came by. Everything was great but the toffee nougat and Absinthe marshmallow were the standouts. Need some more anise sugar in my life now. 10/10, deserves all 3 Michelin stars. Some amazing service that needs to be noted as well. read more

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Top to bottom a great experience. We ate our faves off getting caviar before dinner so we opted out of the tasting menu. Definitely sad about it but we'll be back. Instead we just picked their famous dishes and walked home through the streets of Paris. What a dream of a night. read more

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There's not much to say. Everything was superlative and Le Cinq is well deserving of the the 3 Michelin stars in which they've earned and held onto for the past 20 years. We had the pleasure of enjoying the 11 course tasting menu with wine pairing. This meal will take you 2.5 hours and the cost ends up being $850 per person. Fortunately Le Cinq has already thought of everything and the seats are ultra comfy and support the extra long sitting time without discomfort. Also the cadence of the courses comes out in perfect timing so that you are not sitting around too long or feeling too rushed. Truly everything was exceptional from taste and the progression of the dishes, temperature, dining room, ambience and of course service. The only thing that was somewhat off putting was when I called the restaurant to inquire about the dress code and the lady on the phone was somewhat curt. Anyways about the dress code dinner jacket is required, but dress jeans are fine as well as designer sneakers. I hope that if you get the chance you can enjoy this exceptional experience as well. read more

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Amazing! 100 stars! The decor was elegant and tasteful. Full of color and vibrancy yet understated. The staff was so much fun- great personalities with warm and welcoming stories! Loved how beautiful they were dressed. Service was thoughtful, quick, attentive Champagne selection was very good. We had two glasses of rose that was smooth and flavoured. The drink selection included very nice cocktails and sodas. Oh and the tea - very flavourful! The food....OH MY! DELICIOUS! The flavours just pop. read more

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Honestly, wow. Just wow. Being a foodie, I've been at a fair share of my high end and Michelin starred restaurants, but this absolutely tops the top of the tops. Granted, this is my first 3 Michelin star, but I have honestly never experienced such top notch service. And honestly, one of the best parts of the service was that everyone was extremely professional and knowledgeable about the dishes, the wines, and extremely attentive to detail, but they were also extremely friendly, accommodating, and non-pretentious. You never felt you were being judged, it never felt stuffy, and you were never too worried about using the wrong utensil or eating your food too quickly, etc. Now as for the food, the menu changes seasonally, so I won't exactly go into detail on every dish, but every dish was refined, clean, and fresh. The food was great, but what truly stood out the most was the dessert and the breads. These were some of the best breads I had in Paris, even after visiting numerous boulangeries, and this is truly what a 3 star is all about. It's about getting the finest quality bread, wine, service, fudge, ambiance, when you originally went for some savory dishes. It's about getting you to enjoy the tomato tartare more than anything you had in France when you don't even enjoy raw tomatoes. It's about never having to worry about asking for more water or not knowing where the bathroom is. We did the lunch prix fixe and I would highly recommend it, but I truly do wish we did the dinner experience. We had one dish in particular that wasn't as enjoyable--a little too earthy, and this would've softened the blow had we had more dishes. It was still a beautifully crafted dish, but I think the flavors on this dish were a little to powerful and potent for some of the customers (I saw a few others make a face when taking a bite of this dish). But overall, this is some of the most creative places in all of Paris. read more

Spectacular. Service was the best I have ever seen. Waiters made sure to keep the water and wine glasses full, push your chairs whenever to weere coming back, and making sure you were having a pleasant time. Food was out of this world and the wine bottles I thought were very "fairly" priced. All in a great experience though certainly a luxury/ pricey one. read more

Lunch at Le Cinq. Palace ambiance, yet approachable food and fantastic staff. From the maitre d'hotel to the sommelier, waiter, assistant waiter and everyone else, everyone was engaging and kind, enhancing our experience and make our lunch absolutely memorable. Food didn't disappoint. The four course lunch was exciting and well paced, with additional dishes in-between. Wine list was surprisingly approachable. 2015 St Emilion for €75 was an excellent choice amid a list of 6,000 bottles. Favorite dish was the lamb. Offals were fantastic, so nice to see these parts put at the center of the dish. Sommelier offered us a glass of porto with dessert. Placed at perfect temperature (14 degrees celsius), it was exquisite and a perfect end to a fantastic culinary dream. Chef Christian Le Squer who heads this Four Seasons restaurant came twice to check on us. Very kind. read more

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Holy crap. This place is a must do on your European fine dining bucket list. Located at the far left end of the (finally reopened post-pandemic in late September) Hotel George V lobby In Paris, Be prepared for a lingering, indulgent and unforgettable evening. Warning - this place can easily set you back as much as €400 pp or more - depending on your wine choices of course. And for perspective, they have a 1983 chateau d'yquem for €3,500 for a half bottle on offer. Perfect for a Russian Oligarch out on a date with an Instagram model. Having said that - it's other worldly. Bite the proverbial bullet and order the Prix Fixe menu. We dined in early November '21 and it was lovely. You'll need proper EU COVID vaccination proof (QR codes only in France - easiest through the AntiCovid app) to even enter the hotel. We were seated right away and immediately offered water and within minutes our fist amuse bouche was delivered. It would take me many paragraphs to describe the courses, but suffice to say that each one was better than the previous. I mean they brought out THREE dessert courses The sommelier was friendly and made several value recommendations that were reasonably priced even though I did not specify a price range. I ended up ordering a Paulliac Grad Cru for under €130 that was truly magnificent. The room is beautiful, the staff is attentive but sensitive to privacy and the ambience is very international as you would expect. Allot 3 hours for dinner. You'll enjoy every minute of it. As an extremely gracious touch, the Executive Chef - CHRISTIAN LE SQUER - who is amazballs came out at the end of the evening and individually greeted each table and thanked us for coming. Sooooo special. read more

This restaurant and our whole experience was nothing short of spectacular. My husband and I were in Paris for our honeymoon and treated ourselves to a lunch at Le Cinq for our six month anniversary. This was our first time dining at a Michelin-starred restaurant, and such a fancy one at that. The staff was very attentive and they never made you feel stupid, even after I tried to cut into a jelly-like serving dish that I thought was edible. We opted for the 4-course prix fixe, but as you'll see in the photos it was so much more! It was so filling and it made for a very relaxing lunch. Everything was delicious but my favorite would have to be the white asparagus - it was so savory and like nothing I've tasted before. Dessert was oh so good and at the very end of the meal they wheel the dessert tower where you get your own box of sweets to take home. What an absolutely memorable experience! read more

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Had an amazing dinner here last week during a work trip to Paris. The food was great, however our experience with the waiters and Som were great. They made the experience great and we're really fun. I also liked the attention to detail, particularly when we asked to stagger a course while we took a break and when we asked if we could start the meal after we finished our bottle of champagne. Overall great dinner and we will be back again. read more

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It is only fitting that my 700th review be for one of the most memorable dining experiences I have ever had to date - Le Cinq. We were staying next door at the Prince de Galles so when I saw there was a 3 star Michelin restaurant walking distance away it was really too good to pass up for our first night in Paris. The Four Seasons is a gorgeous property and it only adds to the experience at Le Cinq. Jacket is required for gentlemen but honestly this place is so nice that it makes you want to dress up. I read that you can find equally exquisite cuisine at either a 2 star or 3 star Michelin establishment. The difference is in the level of service. We were absolutely blown away by the level of service once we were seated at the restaurant. No less than 5 different staff came up to us between the waiter, assistant waiter, manager, sommelier, assistant sommelier, runners, it was amazing. They even brought a stool for my wife to set her purse on next to the table. We were not hungry enough to go with the 6 course tasting menu so we decided to go a la carte and I am glad we did as we left absolutely full and we did not even order desert. Before our entrees arrived there were 3 different amuse bouche dishes and some of the most amazing fresh bread. Even the butter was freaking awesome. I thought it was a joke when they brought the wine list over as it is as thick as a Harry Potter novel. After scanning the pages with the help of the assistant sommelier we went with an awesome Burgundy. At 200€ it was nowhere near most expensive wines from this region but it was an amazing selection. Our entrees were both spectacular. I went with the truffle spaghetti "box" which comes stuffed with artichoke and ham with some gold leaf on top over a truffle sauce. Such a decadent and unique dish. The wife went with the seabass with caviar and "buttermilk from my childhood". Needless to say this was one of the most rich, creamy presentations of fish we have ever had. Next we went with a cheese selection which was incredibly impressive. The assistant waiter brought over an immense box which when opened contained an incredible selection of various cheese from around the world. We really enjoyed tasting several different styles from sharp to sweet and could not eat more than one plate between the two of us although you can have as much as you want. We were absolutely too full to even order dessert but our amazing staff sent us some complimentary dessert bites anyway. Of course each bite was so amazing my palate was blown away. After this just in case they wheeled the dessert cart over anyway for us to check it out but we couldn't even eat one bite more. However, our staff wasn't done. They brought us a bag of pastries from the kitchen for us to eat the next day for breakfast and a box of caramels for us to enjoy later. This staff were absolutely incredible and really made our experience special. I have no idea how anyone can possibly go with the 6 course tasting menu with everything else they give you here. Next time I visit we may do the 4 course lunch as this seems like a more reasonable amount of food and seems like a great deal for the price. Overall we were just so blown away by this experience. We've been to amazing restaurants around the globe and Le Cinq is definitely at the top. It is definitely not cheap but it is worth every penny in my opinion. It was a date night that I definitely won't ever forget. read more

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Gerard took me out for a gorgeous romantic evening. I got off the bus after work and he swept me away to Paris for dinner, and it was magical. We ate escargot and iceberg lettuce. He is such a gentleman, he put the shells up his nose and was acting like an absolute lunatic! He's so charming, he almost snot rocketed them across the room! Alas though, all his energy reminded me of my past love: Marlon Brando. I become quite distraught over his memory, but I did my best to hide it from Gerard. He knows that Marlon holds a deep place in my aura, but I feel guilty when I think of him around Gerard, especially since Gerard has so much money. He's such a sweet man I don't want to hurt him, but Marlon was and always will be my one true soul collector. I will miss him forever. I certainly wish that I was kissing him under the Eiffel Tower that night, but sadly you can't turn back time. I will feel better in the morning knowing Gerard is still by my side, and he will take me home in his white Mercedes and give me expensive champagne. I have known many loves in my life, but Gerard certainly is #2. The risotto was a little overcooked, but the taste was good. read more

Now we are back in this amazing hotel and having dinner on our first night. We have great memories 6 years ago-see previous reviews- so we were very excited to try dinner. During pandemic, they stop serving lunch. We decided to do a la cart since my BF has some food restrictions may needs a lot of replacement. I had prawn for appetizer and sea bass for main which were just amazing. Prawns were soft but a right amount of texture, I put hollandaise sauce a side since I don't like the sauce in general but this one was mild and not too creamy so it worked well with prawn. Sea bass was porched with this cream sauce which was perfect with good amount of caviar. My BF ordered smoked salmon as an appetizer and he ordered lamb for the main both which he enjoyed. I was full but we both ordered dessert and my honeycomb ice cream made from buttermilk sauce was ok. BF got chocolate dish and later brought amazing chocolate cart and I think you can do nice dinner without desserts. Our waiter was very sweet and give guest Polaroid pic at the end with a rose! Highly recommend for the special occasion. read more

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Best service of the entire trip. They were very excited to share what they had been doing and were helpful with recommendations. Mostly a younger staff. They steered us away from doing a tasting with wine pairing saying it would be too much food and drink. Apparently it is seven full pours and I couldn't really handle the three glasses we ended up doing. The ambiance was also stunning and comfortable without being too over the top. However, we did call for a reservation and were told they had none and that we needed to call a month in advance. The next day multiple two person reservations came open online. My husband had watched this happen each day so he was pretty sure he would be able to snag a table. Even though we ate early at 7:45, the restaurant was only ever half full. Others might not be so persistent so it is worth checking. Unfortunately, while beautiful and innovative, the food was not as delicious as we had hoped. The bread service, amuse, dessert and cheese were all fabulous. I did not care for the venison with the grilled avocado and the truffle with cheese was sliced so thick it was tough to chew. Do get the spaghetti which sounds like an odd thing and we were going to pass it up but it is one of their specialties and quite surprising. While I wouldn't return (more of a once and done experience for me), I wouldn't deter you. My husband had really high expectations though and for us the food is always the first concern. We will eat in terrible places with poor service for really excellent food and this food was stunning to look at but only half of it tasted as good as it looked. read more

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I had lunch today at Alleno Ledoyen. They have three Michelin stars just like Le Cinc - I was here yesterday. The comparison stops there. By comparison Le Cinq should only have one Michelin star. Ledoyen clearly deserves their 3 stars. The food is far superior at Ledoyen. I looked forward to each amazing course that was presented to me. The creativity was magical. I would strongly encourage anybody who is looking for a superior meal to choose Ledoyen over Le Cinc Le Cinc seems to be trying to introduce some Scandinavian influence into their presentation and preparatiom. In my opinion it is not working.They should either go all the way and hire someone from Noma to get it right or just stick with contemporary French cuisine. I actually sent one of the courses back at Le Cinq. The flavours and textures seemed out of balance. Even the bread was mediocre at best. The arrogant sommelier tried to tell me that I should like the rose wine that he brought to me. He highlighted why he liked it but didn't understand why I didn't agree with him. I sent it back and he brought me a very nice white wine. They do not here have a by the glass wine list. It seems that you are at the mercy of the sommelier if you are ordering wine by the glass. On the plus side this restaurant is probably one of the most beautiful restaurants in all of Paris. You will be hard pressed to find a restaurant with more beautiful flowers. I don't recall ever seen a hotel with flowers this beautiful. The service was impeccable. It could not have been better! Here's the bottom line. If you want to impress someone with an absolutely gorgeous setting and you aren't that concerned about the food then by all means you should give Le Cinc a try. If you are real foodie and amazing food is what you are after then Ledoyen is for you. It is impressive looking as well but not as impressive as Le Cinc. I give them 3 Yelp stars on a relative basis. The food should be better. read more

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Fantastic Michelin restaurant perfect for more upscale business lunches. Flawless service. Pleasantly perplexing menu offerings that are a blend of traditional French cuisine with contemporary applications. read more

The best service we have ever experienced. The staff was extremely personable and friendly but gave you your space. They made jokes while being completely professional. We were even provided a little seat for my purse! The food was second to none, as should be expected of a 3 Michelin star. A week later I'm still thinking of the first bite. They were able to infuse so many different complimentary flavors into one small course and did it for every course. Don't pass on the cheese, many of them are made specially for Le Cinq and they are phenomenal! When you eventually reach desert, it is another experience with several plates and a desert cart of treats. We are still savoring the amazing caramels they sent us home with. While it is a wildly expensive meal, it is worth it to celebrate something special. read more

My first and most amazing Michelin star restaurant experience. We booked the chef's tasting menu on our trip to Paris. It was romantic, beautiful and nothing short of stellar. We were treated like a king and queen, and I can still imagine the food and start salivating! Have some very fond memories attached to this place. read more

Le Cinq - French Near Me

When in Paris on your honeymoon, you need a memorable experience. Le Cinq delivered. It's located inside the Four Seasons George the 5, which is the perfect setting. Elegant and beautiful. Service is top notch. My wife and I opted for the tasting menu. Expensive, but we are celebrating The food delivers. Every course was phenomenal. I was not disappointed. Presentation and flavor was flawless, some of the dishes were innovative in ways I have not personally experienced. Hands down, the desserts stole the show. I usually lean towards savory dishes, and they were great here, but the desserts were on a completely different level. The food is French - so it's heavy. I probably ate 14 sticks of butter. You will be full. Your blood sugar and cholesterol will be off the charts - so go take a nap after. Amazing. read more

Le Cinq - French Near Me

Service, atmosphere and food are really impressive. It is once in a life time thing due to the price.

Three star Michelin restaurant. We took the tasting menu with wine pairing. The restaurant looks beautiful, the service is impeccable, and food was spectacular. The only issue we had was that the food-wine pairing was fine, but not great. Incredible experience. read more