The story
Juveniles opened its doors on Rue de Richelieu in March 1987, founded by Tim Johnston to champion wines from across the globe alongside simple, high-quality food. For over thirty years, this Paris bistro celebrated the connection between Scotland and France while introducing diners to underrated regions like Andalucia and the Rhone Valley. Since January 2014, Johnston's daughter Margaux has managed the floor alongside Romain Roudeau, who brings a background from La Régalade to the pass. Roudeau sources produce directly from local farms, keeping the style unfussy while refining the seasonality of every plate. The restaurant earned a spot on Le Fooding's list, a recognition of the consistent standards maintained since the founder laid the groundwork decades ago.
The menu reflects Roudeau's focus on freshness, offering dishes like grilled langoustines paired with roasted melon and ricotta, or a watermelon gazpacho finished with fried courgette blossoms stuffed with ricotta. Tuna steaks arrive lightly cooked over pointy cabbage, dressed with cardamom-spiced tomato water and lemon verbena oil. Hearty options anchor the service, including a lamb saddle from Ferme de Clavisy served with semolina salad and spicy harissa, alongside a vanilla rice pudding with salted caramel for dessert.
The wine list remains a central feature, featuring selections of Sherry from Williams & Humbert and Emilio Hidalgo, along with whites from Rias Baixas and Dolcetto from Italy. Cheese plates include Lincolnshire Poacher and Colston Bassett Stilton sourced from Neal's Yard Dairy in London, honoring the founder's long-standing relationship with British producers. The room displays crates of bottles, children's drawings, and rugby club photos, creating a relaxed backdrop for the meal. This warm environment complements the straightforward approach to service and cooking.
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