Chef Youssef Marzouk’s Tunisian-influenced creative cooking shines brightest at lunch, where a 35€ market menu and the chef’s presence create a welcoming experience. Evening tasting menus showcase technical skill but lack warmth. Near Notre-Dame and the Marais.
Northern Vietnamese restaurant on the Île Saint-Louis serving Hanoi-style ph? with housemade noodles and clear broth. Signature bowls run 18-22€. Open every day, walk-ins welcome. Best utility: convenient warm refuge near Notre-Dame when other options are crowded.
Tiny oyster bar on Île Saint-Louis serving fresh oysters from Marennes-Oléron. Extremely limited seating—handful of sidewalk tables with Pantheon views, few indoor spots. Reservations essential. Menu focuses on oysters, caviar, champagne. Reasonable prices €20-30 per person.