Tucked into a secluded passageway off the Rue des Blancs-Manteaux, this little restaurant – with its fabulous six-course tasting menu fixed at €55 – brings fresh air to a neighbourhood stifled by overpriced cafés and concept clothing stores. A long, softly lit space with exposed stone walls and cushioned banquette seating, Monjul is gourmet bistro dining at its finest and most approachable. The three-course lunch menu, which changes daily, is also very affordable at just €20.
We visited to sample lunch: on this day, foie gras-stuffed ravioli with cream of vegetable soup, cumin-infused chicken confit and a pear mille-feuille for dessert. The three courses were delicious and perfectly balanced, making for a very filling meal. Monjul is exceptionally good value (especially considering that chef Julien Agobert worked for 20 years in opulent ‘palace’ restaurants like the Plaza Athénée), and a great option for those interested in expanding their gastronomic horizons without breaking the bank in the process.
Monjul
Time Out says
Offering superb gastronomic cooking at very reasonable prices, Monjul is a brilliant, adventurous option for food lovers on tight budgets.
Details
- Address:
- 28 rue des Blancs-Manteaux
- 4e
- Paris
- Contact:
- View Website
- 01.42.74.40.15
- Transport:
- Metro: Rambuteau
- Opening hours:
- Tue-Sat 12noon-10.30pm
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