Le Clarence

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Mansion in the Heart of Paris's Golden Triangle

Tucked away from the bustle of the 8th arrondissement, Le Clarence occupies a magnificent 19th-century hôtel particulier on Avenue Franklin D. Roosevelt. Designed by master craftsmen who drew inspiration from the elegance of Bordeaux estates, the setting strikes a rare balance: grand yet intimate, timeless yet alive. A majestic salon, a bar, and three fully equipped private rooms on the upper floor ensure that every visit feels like a carefully curated escape — a suspended moment in time that Parisians and discerning visitors alike hold dear.

Chef Andrea Capasso — A Vision of Modern French Gastronomy

At the heart of Le Clarence's kitchen stands Chef Andrea Capasso, Italian-born and Parisian by calling. He began his culinary training at just fourteen, later graduating from the prestigious ALMA school — founded by Italian legend Gualtiero Marchesi — where he mastered the classics of both French and Italian cuisine. His craft was further honed under the mentorship of Riccardo Camanini at Lido 84 before he made France his home. Having evolved through every rank over six years at Le Clarence, Capasso now leads the kitchen as Executive Chef, bringing a signature finesse to land-and-sea pairings, a mastery of texture, and an instinctive, almost improvisational creativity that defines the restaurant's modern gastronomy.

No Fixed Menu — Only Inspired Sequences

At Le Clarence, there is no set menu — only thoughtfully composed sequences built around exceptional, seasonal produce. Lunch menus begin at €150 for three courses, while the six-sequence Inspiration dinner reaches €430 per person. Signature dishes from the à la carte selection speak volumes: lacquered veal sweetbreads with sauce grenobloise, hand-dived scallops with beetroot gwell and oscietra caviar, blue lobster grilled over barbecue with kabocha squash, and venison fillet prepared façon Rossini with black Périgord truffle. Each plate is a testament to the restaurant's bold, modern gastronomy philosophy.

An Extraordinary Wine Programme

The cellars of Le Clarence are as celebrated as the kitchen. With over 1,500 references spanning more than 500 French vignerons — from iconic prestige labels to confidential cuvées — the sommelier team crafts pairings that transform each meal into a voyage through France's finest terroirs. Rare vintages from Domaine Clarence Dillon sit alongside regional discoveries, ensuring every sequence finds its perfect expression in the glass.

A Decade of Excellence

Since being awarded two Michelin stars in 2017 and featuring in The World's 50 Best Restaurants for three consecutive years — reaching 28th place in 2022 — Le Clarence has established itself as one of Paris's most compelling fine dining destinations. Now celebrating its tenth anniversary, the restaurant continues to evolve under the direction of restaurant director Charles Weyland, whose philosophy of warm, intuitive hospitality ensures that every guest feels not merely attended to, but truly welcomed.