Travel & Leisure

Great Gatsby elegance in the heart of Paris

In keeping with his American heritage, Ralph Lauren has successfully blended the casual chic of the western plains with the sophisticated elegance of a formal French mansion. Built in 1683 as a Hôtel Particulier, this stunning limestone mansion originally accomadated six horses in the interior courtyard. In honor of the manor’s equestrian past, Ralph’s restaurant possesses a bucolic garden setting for outdoor dining in the summer months and a cosy indoor restaurant designed around a magnificent limestone fireplace for dining all year round. Inside, the dark wood paneling provides a romantic setting for couples, with a special private lounge for business affairs. Outside, the courtyard restaurant pays homage to the American patio setting centered around a horse fountain.

Traditional American accented cuisine

The menu offers a selection of the designer’s favorite dishes with a traditional American accent in the plates. Choose a lobster flown fresh from Maine or a succulent Maryland crab, organic hotdogs for the kids, Black Angus beef or a choice of top of steaks raised on Ralph Lauren’s own ranch in Colorado, exclusively served at the Parisian location. The usual American standards are of course also present in the form of hamburgers, club sandwiches and Ceasar salads. The desserts are delicious with a magnificent cheesecake, carrot cake or the traditional French chocolate tart. When it comes to cocktails, try a perfectly styled Mint Julep, Whisky Sour or one of Ralph’s favorite frozen Margerita’s. A fine selection of French and American wines have been carefully chosen to accompany the menu.