Vincennes, France
L'Ours
L'Ours in Vincennes serves seasonal Modern French tasting menus led by chef Jacky Ribault. Must-try plates include brill with Venere rice and beetroot, guinea fowl with refined garnishes, and Jura snails crowned with Noir de Bigorre ventrèche. The daily-changing five- to six-course tasting journey (reported around €250) highlights regional producers with subtle Japanese notes and precise plating. Michelin-starred and designed with wood, metal, stone and leather, L'Ours delivers warm, inviting service and sommelier pairings in an intimate, open-plan dining room framed by a whimsical stuffed brown bear centerpiece — a true culinary pilgrimage just steps from Château de Vincennes.
