Louis

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Louis by Stéphane Pitré – Michelin-Recommended Modern Cuisine in Paris

Louis by Stéphane Pitré – Paris

In the 9th arrondissement, chef Stéphane Pitré runs Louis, a restaurant that has earned a Michelin star for its deeply personal cooking. Originally from Brittany, Pitré brings both the rigour of kitchens like the Ritz and the creativity he honed alongside Alain Senderens to his own table. His food balances a respect for French gastronomy with subtle Asian techniques, always driven by the search for exceptional local producers.

The experience at Louis revolves around blind tasting menus of seven or nine courses. Guests are invited to take their time and discover each dish without knowing what comes next, trusting the chef’s instincts. Pitré describes his cooking as “haute en couleur” — vivid and precise — and the changing menus follow the seasons and the stories of the artisans who supply him.

Louis opened in March 2015 thanks to the Gault & Millau Jeunes Talents endowment. It earned 3 toques and a score of 16/20 from Gault & Millau in 2017, then its first Michelin star in 2019, a recognition it held for five consecutive years. The Michelin guide continues to recommend the restaurant, a testament to the consistency of Pitré’s vision.

The dining room is understated, letting the plates speak. Pitré’s commitment to sourcing — from Breton fishermen to the Wagyu and Limousin cattle of his childhood friend’s farm — is the backbone of the menu. This is modern cuisine that feels grounded, personal, and quietly confident.