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Archived ArticlesLe Rue des Grands Augustins Part 2
To me, it's Paris' restaurant row. La rue des Grands Augustins
in the sixth arrondissement in Paris hosts more good dining
spots in a few short blocks than many cities in the world can boast
in multiple square miles. Just a few steps from la Seine
(the river in Paris), this slice of gourmet heaven is also a visual
treat with its well-preserved 16th and 17th century architecture.  
On the façade outside reads the following: "Ici, le jeune Louis XIII fut intronisé, une heure après la mort de son père Henri IV." "Here the young Louis XIII proclaimed king, one hour after the death of his father Henri IV."****  If
you don't get sidetracked by the history of this endroit (place),
you might be ébloui (dazzled) by one of their specialties,
the lobster and foie gras ravioli with a mushroom cream sauce. It
is one of the best dishes I have ever had in France.As you approach the Seine, you have the rather mod Ze Kitchen Galerie and the modern Les Bouquinistes on your left.***** Both are worth a culinary stop. Finally, on your right as you reach the Quai des Grands Augustins along the river, is Lapérouse.****** Founded in 1766, this restaurant has seen its fortunes wax and wane, but today it's back on many gourmet must-visit lists.  While some of these eateries are more pricey than others, you can't go wrong at any of the dining establishments. And as much as it's wonderful to wander all over la Capitale trying restaurants of all kinds, you could stay within these few blocks and vous régaler…comme un roi (treat yourself…like a king). * Mariage Frères Rive Gauche is located at 13, rue des Grands Augustins. There are two other Mariage frères locations in Paris. ** Jacques Cagna is located at 14, rue des Grands Augustins. La Rôtisserie d'en face is located at 2, rue Christine. *** Le Relais Louis XIII can be found at 8, rue des Grands Augustins. **** Louis the XIII was nine when his father, King Henri IV, was assassinated in 1610 by the Catholic Ravaillac. Louis' mother, Marie de Medicis, became regent until young Louis came of age. ***** Ze Kitchen Galerie can be found at 4, rue des Grands Augustins. Les Bouquinistes is part of the Guy Savoy family of restaurants and is located at 53, quai des Grands Augustins. ****** Lapérouse's address is 51, quai des Grands Augustins. Return to list of archived articles  |
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the south end of the street is Mariage frères, a salon
de thé (tea salon) and boutique.* It's good for lunch
during the week or afternoon tea, but my favorite Mariage Frères
offering is their