Le Bistrot de Paris

Serge Gainsbourg was a regular at this authentic bistro in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, but nowadays the literary, media, and political communities queue up. It’s not uncommon to see the likes of publisher Antoine Gallimard, writer Michel Houellebecq, and former President Nicolas Sarkozy. For a more intimate space, request one of the two private rooms on the first floor. The padded doors will keep your discussion secret. But not to worry—discretion is so important at this timeless restaurant, waiters are asked to sign non-disclosure agreements.