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“Not as good as Le Meurice nor the old Ledoyen”

Alleno Paris - Yannick Alleno
Ranked #460 of 21,485 Restaurants in Paris
Price range: C$422 - C$594
Cuisines: French
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Dining options: After-hours, Reservations
Neighbourhood: 8th Arr. - Elysee
Reviewed August 22, 2016

Yannick Alléno's Le Meurice was one of my favorite restaurants in Paris, especially when it was in the exciting 2 becoming 3 star phase. At the same time, I loved the old Ledoyen. It was comfortable and felt timeless, oblivious to trends, a lot like L'Ambroisie.

The lunch that I had at the new "Alleno" was memorable mostly for being expensive and overly stuffy. The food seemed overly complex but not particularly delicious. While the venue wasn't transformed, it felt stripped of it's charm.

Date of visit: September 2015
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M S, Directeur général at Alleno Paris - Yannick Alleno, responded to this reviewResponded September 12, 2016

Dear Madam, dear Sir,
Thank your for taking the time to write a review on the Alléno Paris, at the Pavillon Ledoyen.
We are really sorry to learn that your experience was not as high as your expectations.
We hope you will give us another chance and we look forward to welcoming you back,
Sincerely,
Teddy Gillot, executive director

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Reviewed August 12, 2016

I chose this restaurant for dinner in Paris and it was my first Michelin 3 star restaurant (I have since had another and several 2 stars in Paris). It was everything I had hoped. The venue, the food, the wine, and the service were all wonderful. I can promise you, if and when I return back to Paris, I will go there again. It isn’t cheap, but the memories as well as the food and wine and service at Alleno Paris are beyond cost. Ledoyen Pavilion was built in 1790 and is a classically beautiful venue. We had a 7:30 reservation. When we arrived on time, we were escorted to the very chic bar where we waited for about 5-10 minutes before being taken to the beautiful upstairs dining room which overlooks the gardens at the Place de Concord and the Champs Elysee. When first approached by the wait staff, I tried to respond in French. The server was very patient and not at all condescending. When I said I only had a little French, he asked if we would be more comfortable with English. I wanted to try my French so we agreed to use a little of both but he proceeded in English the whole way keeping me from embarrassing myself with my very inadequate French. What, to me, was impressive, was that he did it without talking down to me or even acting as if English wasn’t the normal accepted language. His overall attitude during the meal made me feel very appreciated and I was grateful for the way he proceeded without making me feel inadequate as I have felt in other French establishments. Shortly after we were seated, we were presented with a champagne cart and a wide choice of champagne aperitifs. We chose a lovely one and shortly after were presented with a with a large number of amuse-bouches, all of which were excellent. I decided to have the 7 seven course tasting menu but my partner elected to proceed a la carte with a starter, a main and a dessert. Both of us agreed that each and every bite we enjoyed over our lovely extended meal was absolutely wonderful - I don’t have a huge appetite so 7 courses were a bit intimidating but the portion sizes were perfect. Although they did not offer wine pairings with the meal, the sommelier (who was always readily available) made excellent recommendations for wine by the glass for each of us course by course. I can not rave about this experience too much. It was probably the best meal I have ever had and one of my most memorable experiences.

Date of visit: April 2016
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M S, Directeur général at Alleno Paris - Yannick Alleno, responded to this reviewResponded September 12, 2016

Dear Madam, dear Sir,
Such a wonderful comment about the restaurant !
I am very pleased to read your experience at the restaurant and I had the pleasure to share it with the team . A warm thank you from our service and kitchen staff !
We look forward to welcoming you back soon,
Teddy Gillot, executive director.

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Reviewed July 15, 2016 via mobile

After reading all of the excellent reviews, I was really excited to try Alleno Paris, however I left feeling disappointed and confused. It was Bastille Day, and the chef wasn't there, so maybe it was just an off night? I'm not sure, but Regardless, my experience was less than desirable. I went by myself for dinner and had the tasting menu. The service was very professional and efficient, but there was no warmth or personal touch. A big part of the Michelin experience is the service, and I was disappointed to see how stiff and impersonal it was. I almost felt uncomfortable, and they didn't take any extra steps to make my experience special or memorable. I've dined at many Michelin starred restaurants, so I know what to expect. It would have been nice if my server asked where I was from or how I heard about the restaurant. There wasn't really any personal touch, as I've experienced with other 2-3 starred Michelin restaurants. Also there was no explanation about the chef or restaurant, which I thought was odd. I had the same server through out the evening and when I left, he didn't ask me how my meal was or thanked me for coming or if I needed a taxi. The hostess as well did not ask if I needed a taxi. It was very odd and surprising. Just a little personal touch goes a long way.

As for the food, it was what you would expect from a Michelin starred restaurant, yet the flavor profiles were off. The food didn't feel inspired or imaginative. When I go to a 3 star Michelin restaurant and pay that kind of money, I expect to be blown away, and sadly that was not my experience. I went to Alain Ducasse at Plaza Athenee the next day- that was a world class, 3 star Michelin experience. From the food to the service to the space, everything was perfection from start to finish. When you leave a restaurant, you should want to go back. Unfortunately, I cannot say that for Alleno Paris. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant for the money. There are better, much less expensive restaurants out there or 3 Michelin star restaurants that are worthy of their stars.

Date of visit: July 2016
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M S, Directeur général at Alleno Paris - Yannick Alleno, responded to this reviewResponded July 31, 2016

Dear guest,
We would like to thank you for taking the time to write a review about your experience in Alléno Paris at Pavillon Ledoyen.
I am really sorry to read that the personalization of the service that you had was not as high as you expected and we truly hope that on your next return to Paris you will give us the opportunity to show you our true service quality.
Appreciate your understanding and looking forward to welcome you back soon.
Best regards,
Teddy Gillot
Restaurant Manager

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Reviewed July 11, 2016

The venue is gorgeous, the food was gorgeous, and the service was impeccable. The chef came to our table to greet us and was a lovely, friendly person. The restaurant Director, Frederic, went above and beyond to indeed make us his friends during our visit. Overall, a great experience.

Date of visit: June 2016
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M S, Directeur général at Alleno Paris - Yannick Alleno, responded to this reviewResponded August 26, 2016

Dear Madam, dear Sir,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review on the Alléno Paris, at the Pavillon Ledoyen.
We are very happy to read that you enjoyed your dinner thanks to the cuisine, the service and the chef Yannick Alléno ! We are delighted to read that our team delivered a high quality of service and once again thank you for mentioning it in your review, with a special thank from Frederic.
It will be an honor to welcome you back very soon.
Yours faithfully,
Teddy Gillot, executive director

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Reviewed July 6, 2016

We had dined here 10 years ago and recently returned for our anniversary. Although there have been changes since our last visit, everything was still as good if not better than we remembered. We had the Michelin 3 star tasting menu to get the full experience. It was an ambitious but rewarding choice! The standard of service is beyond any in Alleno's peer group. The room is amazing and you feel like a king in your own castle!

Date of visit: June 2016
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M S, Directeur général at Alleno Paris - Yannick Alleno, responded to this reviewResponded August 26, 2016

Dear Madam, dear Sir,
What a wonderful comment about the restaurant that I had to share with to all the team of Alléno Paris : a warm thank you from our kitchen and service staff !
I am very pleased to read that your experience was as high as your expectation.
Hoping to see you again very soon, and maybe before your next anniversary ?
Teddy Gillot, executive director

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