Le Hameau in Paris
Every trip has to come to an end, and for our last meal in Paris, we wanted something quintessentially French. We found exactly that at Le Hameau, where we enjoyed a leisurely dinner filled with classic dishes, good company, and a few indulgent desserts.
To begin the evening, Jodi ordered a Virgin Spritz (10 Eur), a refreshing and colorful alternative to the classic cocktail. On my side, I went with a glass of Muscat (7 Eur). Slightly sweet and aromatic, it was a pleasant way to kick off our final dinner in France.
Virgin Spritz at Le Hameau in Paris
Glass of muscat at Le Hameau in Paris
For appetizer, as escargots were on the menu, I could not resist. I ordered 6 large Escargots de Bourgogne (14 Eur or 28 Eur for 12), one of the most iconic French appetizers. Served in their traditional garlic and parsley butter, they were everything you would expect: rich, flavorful, and perfect for soaking up every last bit of sauce with a piece of bread.
Escargots at Le Hameau in Paris
Escargots at Le Hameau in Paris
For her entrée, Jodi chose the Tartelette croustillante aux légumes du soleil (19.50 Eur), a vegan dish featuring tofu, pistou, and arugula, in a crispy shell. The crispy tartlet was colorful and packed with Mediterranean flavors. It was a nice reminder that French restaurants are increasingly offering creative plant-based options that go beyond simple salads. My nephew Valentin decided on the Bavette de bœuf (23 Eur) served with chimichurri sauce, fries, and salad. The bavette (aka sirloin flap), one of France's favorite steak cuts, was cooked nicely, and the chimichurri added a bright, herbaceous touch that complemented the beef well. As for me, I couldn't pass up the Demi Magret de Canard (23.50 Eur). Served with homemade pommes grenailles and a raspberry reduction, it was exactly the type of dish I was hoping for during our last evening in Paris. The duck was tender and flavorful, with a fatty skin, while the raspberry sauce provided a subtle sweetness that balanced the richness of the meat. The roasted potatoes were simple, crispy, and delicious.
Tartelette croustillante aux legumes du soleil at Le Hameau in Paris
Bavette de boeuf at Le Hameau in Paris
Demi magret de canard or duck breast at Le Hameau in Paris
Even after a generous meal, dessert was non-negotiable. We shared a Tarte Tatin (11 Eur) served with vanilla ice cream. The caramelized apples were wonderfully soft, and the contrast between the warm tart and the cold ice cream made for a classic French ending, the ice cream cutting a bit of the sweetness of the tart. We also ordered the Chocolate Mousse (9 Eur), that was even better: rich, creamy, and intensely chocolatey, it delivered exactly what a chocolate mousse should.
Tarte Tatin at Le Hameau in Paris
Chocolate mousse at Le Hameau in Paris
Le Hameau turned out to be the perfect place for our final meal in Paris, like a celebration of French cuisine before heading home. I really enjoyed it. I did.
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Le Hameau - 84 Av. des Ternes, 75017 Paris
