Overview
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Awards
- MICHELIN Guide
- OAD
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European Classical Restaurants 2026, 54
- La Liste
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La Liste, #62
- Restaurant Ranking
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Restaurant Ranking 2024, #160, PRO #19.00, USER #18.60
Chef
Jérôme Banctel
Cuisine
Creative, French
Foodle Reviews
Housed in La Réserve, a former 19th century mansion gilded in gold and soft leather, Le Gabriel received it's 3rd Michelin star in 2024. Toqued by Jérôme Banctel the cuisine references Brittany with international nuances, and although mostly "safe" the cookery is faultless while sauces are deep and complex. Fancy but not stuffy, lunch changes daily per Chef's inspiration with generous portions and gracious service.
Le Gabriel, La Réserve Paris, France. Mid May 2025. Awesome.
ガブリエル。5月中旬。素晴らしく美味しい。
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Confit mango, Spicy sorbet, Peanut light cream
Lièvre de Beauce à la royale, Buckwheat spätzle (not pictured). From the current "Hunting" menu at three-Michelin-starred "Le Gabriel" in Paris.
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Lièvre de Beauce à la royale, Buckwheat spätzle (not pictured). From the current "Hunting" menu at three-Michelin-starred "Le Gabriel" in Paris.
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#game #hunting #lievrealaroyale #legabriel #lareserveparis #jeromebanctel #threemichelinstars #troisetoiles_paris
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Le Gabriel, housed in the prestigious Hôtel La Réserve in Paris, is renowned for its elegant take on modern French haute cuisine under the helm of Chef Jérôme Banctel. The restaurant has garnered significant acclaim, including two Michelin stars, thanks to its fusion of classical French techniques with international influences. Chef Banctel, drawing from his time at famed kitchens like Lucas Carton and his travels to countries like Japan and Spain, is known for integrating flavors and techniques... More
Le Gabriel, housed in the prestigious Hôtel La Réserve in Paris, is renowned for its elegant take on modern French haute cuisine under the helm of Chef Jérôme Banctel. The restaurant has garnered significant acclaim, including two Michelin stars, thanks to its fusion of classical French techniques with international influences. Chef Banctel, drawing from his time at famed kitchens like Lucas Carton and his travels to countries like Japan and Spain, is known for integrating flavors and techniques from diverse culinary traditions into his creations. His dedication to seasonality and refinement is evident in every dish, and the restaurant’s setting provides an ambiance of opulence befitting the high-end clientele it attracts.
Given its accolades and reputation, expectations for Le Gabriel are understandably high. Chef Banctel’s international menu, which draws on his travels, is a key offering that promises a unique culinary journey. However, despite its fine-dining status, the execution of this concept can fall short, as seen during a recent meal where the international menu’s ambitious approach failed to deliver.
The meal began with three consecutive dishes utilizing a Turkish limestone cooking technique, where vegetables are cooked on the outside but remain soft inside. While this method provides an interesting textural experience, having three courses based on the same technique became repetitive and uninspiring. It overshadowed the novelty of the method, which might have been more impactful in a single, well-placed course.
The next course, a tuna dish served with satay sauce, was a significant letdown. The fish itself had a fishy taste and lacked the delicate texture one expects from fine seafood. Furthermore, the satay sauce, which should have brought depth and warmth, lacked the signature peanut spiciness, resulting in a flat, unbalanced flavor profile.
The seabass that followed was well-cooked and tasty, showcasing Banctel’s ability to execute classical dishes well. However, the portion size was far too large for a tasting menu, leaving the diner feeling overwhelmed at a point where refinement and lightness should have been paramount.
The biggest disappointment came with the main course: a suckling pig from Burgos, Spain. As someone well-acquainted with authentic Spanish suckling pig, this dish was unrecognizable. The meat was tough and chewy on the outside and dried out inside, a far cry from the tender, succulent texture that makes this dish a classic.
While Le Gabriel’s pedigree as a fine-dining restaurant is undeniable, flaws in execution and menu composition on this occasion left much to be desired. For a newly anointed three-star establishment, this experience did not meet expectations. Less
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Address
la reserve, 42 Av. Gabriel, Paris
Hours
Tuesday: 12:30 - 13:30; 19:30 - 21:00
Wednesday: 12:30 - 13:30; 19:30 - 21:00
Thursday: 12:30 - 13:30; 19:30 - 21:00
Friday: 12:30 - 13:30; 19:30 - 21:00
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Phone
+33158366066
Price Range
Based on country average
$$$$ (€100+)
