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Finding the best restaurant near the Eiffel Tower can be challenging, with so many tourist traps in the area. But just a short walk away, Arnaud Nicolas offers an authentic French dining experience, making it the perfect choice for anyone looking for gourmet Eiffel Tower dining. Here is everything you need to know!
Arnaud Nicolas Near the Eiffel Tower
Arnaud Nicolas is the restaurant that exceeded my expectations, offering a fresh take on classic French flavors.
It was just a short walk from my hotel, Pullman Paris, which boasts the best views of the Eiffel Tower.
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About Arnaud Nicolas
The restaurant is named after the chef, Arnaud Nicolas, recognized as one of France’s Best Craftsmen in Charcuterie, who offers haute-couture charcuterie that he simply calls ‘cooked charcuterie.’ Previously, diners could enjoy his creations on the Rive-Droite at the Boudoir, in the butcher shops of the Frères Metzger, or at Alain Ducasse.
Now, his menu, along with a selection of takeaway items available at a boutique corner, features classics executed with finesse. For instance, it includes poultry and foie gras pâté en croûte, Lyon sausage, and grandmother’s terrine.
Our Meal At Arnaud Nicolas
My favorite part of Arnaud Nicolas is that the menu changes every few weeks. So what you see in my post may differ from what they offer when you go. They keep everything fresh, and you won’t be disappointed
We did the three-course meal with a wine pairing, which was a great way to experience the entire menu at an affordable price.
To start, our meal began with the infamous L’Incontournable Pâté en croûte de Volailles et Foie gras de Canard, which is their famous poultry pie with pork-free Foie gras.

From there, we dined on the seasonal fish dish, which had a seasonal puree and delicious accompaniments.
Additionally, the fresh wine paired with our meals, which elevated it to a new level.

After our fish dish, we indulged in our meat entree. Specifically, we had the La Tourte de Cochon et Ris de Veau, which is their famous Pork & Sweetbread Warm Pie, served with roasted Jerusalem Artichokes and Truffle Pesto.

The pie had a rich flavor, cooked perfectly, and came with a bold red wine that brought out the savory flavors.
The Dessert at Arnaud Nicolas
Next up was the dessert. By this course, we were full and ready to call it a night. But, who can say no to dessert? For dessert, we had a fresh strawberry shortcake with a light mousse and, in addition, a chocolate peanut butter dish that was out of this world.

After researching Paris and dining at a variety of restaurants, I found this to be the best place for dinner near the Eiffel Tower. Moreover, the creativity, the dishes, and the wine are just a few reasons to try it.
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