La Scène
Modern French · Paris 8th · €€€€
As its name suggests, La Scène puts the kitchen on stage: the dining room on Avenue Matignon is arranged around the chefs at work, a short walk from the Champs-Élysées and the Rond-Point.
The cooking is modern French, refined and generous, with a strong sense of produce and well-judged sauces. The atmosphere is warmer and more relaxed than many two-star addresses, which makes it a good choice for a festive dinner.