Le Bistrot des Générations serves traditional French bistro cooking at La Côte Saint-Jacques, with local sourcing and an extensive wine list.
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- Address
- La Côte Saint-Jacques, 14 faubourg de Paris
- Phone
- +33 3 86 62 09 70
- Website
- cotesaintjacques.com
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Michelin Plate and Relais & Châteaux recognition in 2026
Michelin Plate and Relais & Châteaux recognition in 2026 give Le Bistrot des Générations two external credentials. The format remains upscale casual, which suits a planned lunch or dinner without formal restaurant pacing.
Œuf parfait, beef cheek, and traditional French bistro cooking
Traditional French bistro cooking frames signatures such as œuf parfait with cèpes cream and lovage, and beef cheek confit with mustard. Local sourcing keeps the kitchen tied to its setting.
Waterfront La Côte Saint-Jacques setting
La Côte Saint-Jacques, 14 faubourg de Paris, gives the restaurant a hotel-restaurant context in a historic building with a waterfront outlook. Conversational noise makes it workable for a seated meal where talking matters.
Comparable Spots, Quickly
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Bistrot des Générations | Traditional French Bistro | $$ | Michelin Plate | Faubourg de Paris |
| Le Paris Nice | Traditional Burgundian Bistro | $$ | , | Joigny |
| La Côte Saint-Jacques | Modern French Fine Dining | $$$$ | Michelin 2 Star | Faubourg de Paris |
| HuThoPi | Modern French Gastro-Bistro | $$ | Michelin Plate | Bastille |
| L'Andouille | Traditional French Bistro | $$ | Michelin Plate | Puteaux |
| Le P'tit Bouchon | Traditional French Bistro | $$ | Michelin Plate | Gien |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Michelin Plate
Michelin
Relais Chateaux Award
Relais Chateaux
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At a Glance
- Classic
- Cozy
- Elegant
- Family
- Casual Hangout
- Historic Building
- Hotel Restaurant
- Extensive Wine List
- Local Sourcing
- Waterfront
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 7:30–8:45 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–1:45 PM, 7:30–8:45 PM
- Thursday
- 12–1:45 PM, 7:30–8:45 PM
- Friday
- 12–1:45 PM, 7:30–8:45 PM
- Saturday
- 12–1:45 PM
- Sunday
- 7:30–8:45 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Classic bistro atmosphere in a historic 5-star hotel setting on the Yonne riverbanks, praised for polished service and standing site.