Fodor's Expert Review David Toutain

$$$$ Around the Eiffel Tower French Fusion Fodor's Choice

Although two-Michelin-star chef David Toutain's approach may be exasperatingly conceptual for some, others find his earthy, surprising, and inspired concoctions utterly thrilling. Each dish is a lesson in contrasts—of temperature, texture, and flavor—as well as a feat of composition: briny oysters, brussels sprouts, and foie gras in a warm potato consommé; creamy raw oysters with tart kiwi and yuzu; crispy pork chips alongside velvety smoked potato puree. Toutain has a particular soft spot for root vegetables and truffles, which he sprinkles liberally throughout dishes like salsify broth with lardo and black truffle. 

French Fusion Prix-Fixe Lunch Dinner $$$$ Fodor's Choice

Quick Facts

29 rue Surcouf
Paris, Île-de-France  75007, France

01–45–50–11–10

www.davidtoutain.com

Known For:
  • Equally wonderful choices for vegetarians and carnivores
  • Epitome of "seasonal" cuisine
  • Plenty of avant-garde thrills
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: Closed weekends. No lunch Wed., Reservations essential

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