Some restaurants embody, on their own, the ideal of French gastronomy. Le Pré Catelan is one of them. Nestled in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne within an absolutely graceful Napoléon III pavilion, this legendary establishment has been led since 1997 by chef Frédéric Anton, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, trained under Joël Robuchon. Since 2007, he has kept three Michelin stars burning here — the supreme consecration of haute cuisine.
The main dining room, adorned with period wood panelling and bathed in the verdant light of the Bois, is one of the most beautiful gastronomic settings in the capital. Frédéric Anton offers cuisine that is both rigorous and generous, rooted in the great French classics yet animated by constant creativity. Every dish is a lesson in balance: exceptional ingredients — Breton lobster, Bresse pigeon, Périgord black truffle — elevated by precise cooking and sauces of incomparable depth.
The tasting menu, a true journey through the seasons, is the ideal format to discover the full extent of Anton's talent. The wine list, of breathtaking richness, is guided by a sommelier of impeccable service. In summer, the meal can be extended on the terrace overlooking an English-style garden — a rare privilege in Paris.
For those who wish to experience Anton's world without committing to the full gastronomic experience, the chef has opened La Ferme du Pré, a relaxed bistro in the same Bois de Boulogne setting, offering generous terroir cuisine in a convivial spirit. Maison Boissière's concierge team will be delighted to arrange your reservation.
