Septime

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Neo-Industrial Bistro That Became a Paris Legend

Nestled on the vibrant Rue de Charonne in Paris's 11th arrondissement, Septime has grown from a rustic neighbourhood debut into one of the most celebrated restaurants in the world. Ranked #11 in The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2024 — and a consistent presence on that list since 2013 — this neo-industrial bistro has redefined what modern French cuisine can be: ingredient-driven, unpretentious, and quietly thrilling.

The Minds Behind the Table

At the heart of Septime is an unlikely but inspired partnership. Bertrand Grébaut, a former graphic designer who trained under Alain Passard at the iconic Arpège, helms the kitchen with a philosophy rooted in the seasons. His school friend Théo Pourriat, a former economist, manages the dining room and curates the wine list — a remarkable roll call of natural and artisan vignerons from Ganevat to Selosse, Radikon to Occhipinti. Together, they have built not just a restaurant, but a world.

Seasonal Modern French Cuisine, Served Without Pretension

The menu at Septime is a carte blanche experience — a surrender to the kitchen's seasonal vision. Lunch offers five courses at €85, while dinner unfolds across seven courses at €135, each available with a thoughtfully matched wine pairing. Expect modern French cuisine with global inflections: delicate plates of cèpes and girolles with peppercorn sauce, or young leeks bathed in mussel and pimentón butter, crowned with wafer-thin slices of lardo. The food is generous in spirit, precise in execution.

Sustainability at Its Core

Septime's commitment to the planet is as deeply held as its commitment to flavour. The restaurant was awarded the Sustainable Restaurant Award by The World's 50 Best in 2017, a recognition of Grébaut and Pourriat's hyper-local, waste-conscious approach to modern French cuisine. Their ethos extends beyond the plate — the duo has also published a book documenting the everyday story of their restaurants, from inspiration to recipes.

A Growing Universe

For those who fall under Septime's spell, the world expands further: the seafood-focused Clamato, the natural wine bar Septime La Cave, the seasonal pastry shop Tapisserie, and the countryside retreat D'Une Île all bear the same careful hand. Reservations at Septime open daily at 10am for a rolling three-week window — plan ahead, and the reward is one of the most quietly extraordinary meals Paris has to offer.