Tiam - Chez Darius — Restaurant in Paris

It’s rare to come across a place that genuinely astounds me, but this is one such establishment. Nestled in the heart of Paris, it’s a culinary haven that’s just waiting to be crowned with a Michelin 3 star.

Picture this: a cozy, intimate setting with exactly five tables seating two and another two tables accommodating four guests each. That’s it. Maximum capacity: 18 people. This exclusivity is part of its charm.

Now, the food - it’s simply “otherworldly.” The chef wields the authority of a three-star Michelin maestro. Describing the quality of the cuisine is challenging because it’s beyond words – it needs to be experienced to be believed. Example the fig that he uses comes from his garden, so does a bunch of other ingredients!

I’ve dined in many of Paris’s top restaurants, and I’d confidently place this gem in the top 0.1% globally. It’s a bucket-list destination, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Visit this hidden treasure before it becomes as famed as the legendary Japanese sushi restaurant, Jiro Dreams. You’ll be thanking me later for this...

One star is far too generous for this place. We were forced to accept whatever they had, as they only explained the menu verbally without showing us the dishes or prices. Then, we were given a so-called “entrée plate” for 30 euros — everything was clearly old, reheated in a microwave, and absolutely not fresh. With 30 euros, I could have enjoyed a great meal in somewhere else. It was shocking to watch the food being taken straight from the fridge and reheated, and you could easily tell it was at least a week old. I really cannot believe a business like this can operate so freely. Avoid...

This place was all around fabulous. A small, cozy atmosphere with 4-5 small tables means you get lots of interaction with the owner and chef. We never looked at a menu, he sat down at the table next to us to chat for a while and then went through everything he had to offer. I 100% recommend trying the starters, they were amazing! 7 little dishes eaten with bread, each a unique flavour combination. The mains were equally intricate, and the dessert was light and refreshing. We ate every bite, and it was the perfect amount of food. Definitely take the time to make your...