Jadis

This upmarket néo-bistro with sober Bordeaux facade and white lace curtains on the corner of a very unassuming street in the 15e is one of Paris’ most raved about (reserve in advance to avoid disappointment). Traditional French dishes pack a modern punch thanks to ­rising-star chef Guillaume Delage who dares to do things like braise pork cheeks in beer and use black rice instead of white. The lunch menu is extraordinary good value and the chocolate soufflé – order it at the start of your meal – is nothing other than to-die-for heavenly. From the metro station, walk south along rue de la Convention and take the first right onto rue de la Croix Nivert.