What to order at Alléno Paris

Must order
Whatever aged-beef course is on the carte, with its accompanying cryo sauce.
Signature dishes
Cryoconcentrated sauces, Aged beef
Editor tip
If the main room is booked, the Pavillon Ledoyen complex holds three Alléno restaurants.
CuisineFrench fine dining
Price€€€€
Tasting menu€430
HoursMon-Fri 19:00-21:30, Closed Sat-Sun
ChefYannick Alléno
Book ahead6 weeks
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Location

Address: Pavillon Ledoyen, 8 Avenue Dutuit, 75008 Paris

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