The épicerie (specialist grocer) arm of chef Thomas Dufour and Thierry Bruneau’s gourmet bistro across the street, this contemporary cave à manger serves over 400 French wines – 14 by the glass – along with a weekly changing menu of sandwiches, soups, salads, cheese and charcuterie platters, and seasonal treats like chestnuts and oysters. Look out for tastings with winemakers. No reservations.
Le Siffleur de Ballons
Paris
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