Ducasse Baccarat
Creative · 16th arrondissement, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Crystal-Framed Creative
Price
€€€€
Dress
Formal
Why go
A polished Paris splurge for diners who want creative cooking in a formal Baccarat setting. Worth considering for an occasion or client dinner, but value-focused diners should compare it with 19 Saint Roch, while those already shopping the €€€€ creative tier should also look at Alan Geaam.
About Ducasse Baccarat
Consider Ducasse Baccarat if you are looking for a formal Paris restaurant in the creative cuisine category and are comfortable with a €€€€ price level. The dress code is formal, the listed cuisine is creative, the published hours run daily from 12 PM to 12 AM.
Because the available details are limited, it is best not to assume a particular menu format, seating style, chef-counter setup, drinks program, or service model before booking. Consider Ducasse Baccarat as a premium Paris reservation and confirm any specific needs directly with the restaurant.
A creative splurge where the basics are clear
The food proposition is listed as creative, the price tier is €€€€. Ducasse Baccarat also has Michelin Plate recognition for 2026, which is a useful dining-list signal, though it should not be confused with a Michelin star. The clearest case for booking is direct: a formal Paris meal, creative cuisine, a high-end budget.
For comparison, Alan Geaam is another named option to consider when cross-shopping a serious meal in Paris. 19 Saint Roch is also worth checking if you want another Paris restaurant in the same planning set. Use those comparisons to decide whether Ducasse Baccarat is the right fit for the occasion, budget, level of formality you want.
Who should choose it, who should cross-shop
Ducasse Baccarat makes the most sense for diners who want a formal Paris restaurant, creative cuisine, a €€€€ experience. The daily 12 PM to 12 AM schedule gives it broad planning flexibility across the week, but the listing does not specify separate lunch menus, tasting menus, bar seating, private rooms, or group arrangements.
Cross-shop carefully if value, format, or a specific dining style is the priority. 19 Saint Roch and Alan Geaam are natural comparison points for Paris dining research, while other named options such as Blanc, Don Juan II, Interlude may help frame a broader shortlist. For a wider scan before committing, use our full Paris restaurants guide.
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- Location
- 11 Pl. des États-Unis, 75116 Paris, France
- Website
- ducasse-baccarat-paris.com
- Phone
- +33 1 84 75 13 15
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Ducasse Baccarat occupies a converted 19th‑century Haussmann hôtel particulier where the room is as much a part of the experience as the cooking. Baccarat crystal chandeliers, stemware and service pieces make the dining rooms feel curated and ceremonious; the setting reads of old‑money discretion rather than the theatricality of the tourist circuit. The restaurant leans into a restrained, product‑led approach set against an architecturally rich interior, so the overall impression is one of classic Parisian refinement with a quietly assertive materiality — crystal, stone and historic heft that announce provenance before a fork arrives.
Best For
This is a spot for deliberately paced evening dining: think special occasions, business entertaining and elevated date nights. Positioned within Paris’s upper tier of creative restaurants and carrying a Michelin Plate, the restaurant favors formal service and attentive presentation in rooms designed to impress without ostentation. The 16th‑arrondissement context — described as a neighborhood for discreet hosting — further frames visits as intentional affairs best suited to dinner, where the setting and the cuisine combine to mark notable evenings rather than casual drop‑ins.
Ordering Tips
The menu emphasizes refined, product‑forward cooking; when choosing, let signature dishes guide you. Highlights to consider are the Jardin de Provence, the Homard bleu blanc rose and the Chocolat coriandre, which reflect the kitchen’s balance of classical technique and contemporary restraint. Given the emphasis on room and service, plan for a composed multi‑course dinner and prioritize dishes that showcase seasonal produce and shellfish — the lobster is a named specialty — to experience the house’s best‑expressed flavors.
Venue details
Ambiance
Bathed in light from massive Baccarat crystal chandeliers casting dynamic shadows, with raw oak screens creating a cabinet of curiosities in a neo-classical setting.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Formal
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Jardin de Provence
- Homard bleu blanc rose
- Chocolat coriandre
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Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to look if this is not the right fit
If the price feels too high, start with 19 Saint Roch. It stays in the creative category but drops to €€€, making it the cleaner value substitute.
If the budget is already set at €€€€, compare Alan Geaam. It is the more direct restaurant-led alternative for diners who want a serious creative Paris dinner without making the room the deciding factor.
Restaurant context
How it compares with Paris creative restaurants
Ducasse Baccarat is the occasion-led choice in this group: Creative cuisine, €€€€, and a room that carries much of the appeal. Alan Geaam sits in the same €€€€ creative bracket and is the better cross-shop if the priority is a restaurant-first serious dinner rather than a setting-led evening. 19 Saint Roch, at €€€, is the value play for diners who want creative cooking in Paris without committing to the higher spend tier.
Blanc and Don Juan II are the closer price peers at €€€€, so choose among them by occasion rather than cuisine label alone. Ducasse Baccarat is the pick when a polished, formal-feeling room matters. Don Juan II is the more distinctive experience-led alternative, while Blanc belongs on the shortlist for diners who want another high-spend creative option in Paris.
Interlude is out-of-metro and priced in ££££, so it is less useful as a same-night Paris substitute. Treat it as a broader creative-dining comparison, not a direct replacement for a Paris booking.
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Compare Ducasse Baccarat
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ducasse Baccarat | Paris | Creative | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Michelin Plate | €€€€ |
| Alan Geaam | Paris | Creative | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #402We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Gault & Millau Remarkable Restaurant2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star | €€€€ |
| 19 Saint Roch | Paris | Creative | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€€ |
| Interlude | Lower Beeding | Creative | SquareMeal UK Top 100 Restaurants 2026 · #522026 Harden's Top 100 UK Restaurants · #752026 National Restaurant Awards Top 100 · #802026 AA 4-Rosette RestaurantsMichelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 National Restaurant Awards Top 100 · #49The Good Food Guide 20252025 Michelin 1 Star | ££££ |
| Blanc | Paris | Creative | No published awards | €€€€ |
| Don Juan II | Paris | Creative | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Gault & Millau Prestige Restaurant2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star | €€€€ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ducasse Baccarat worth the price?
It can be worth considering if you want a formal Paris restaurant serving creative cuisine at a €€€€ price level. The Michelin Plate recognition in 2026 adds a useful point of reference, but the value decision depends on your budget and expectations. For comparison, 19 Saint Roch and Don Juan II can help frame other possible choices.
