Le Tournesol
16th arrondissement, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Le Tournesol is a practical 16th-arrondissement choice for a calm lunch or dinner when timing and ease matter more than chef-driven spectacle. It is better for dine-in plans than takeout, with daily lunch and dinner service making it useful for dates, family meals, or business dinners in west Paris.
About Le Tournesol
Le Tournesol in Paris is best approached through the practical details: it opens for lunch and dinner every day, and the dress code is smart casual. Beyond those basics, details on cuisine, menu format, pricing, ownership, awards, seating, takeout, delivery, or dietary accommodations are not specified, so plan with the restaurant directly if any of those points matter for your visit.
The primary practical consideration is scheduling. Service runs at both lunch and dinner every day: Monday and Tuesday from 12–3:30 PM and 6:30 PM–12 AM; Wednesday through Saturday from 12–3:30 PM and 6:30 PM–12:30 AM; and Sunday from 12–3:30 PM and 6:30 PM–12 AM. That makes Le Tournesol a flexible Paris option when you need a meal around a specific time window.
A Paris pick when logistics matter
Consider the following details when making your decision. Information on a chef-led tasting menu, a specific cuisine category, a price point, a seat count, or named awards is not available. It makes the most sense for guests who want a Paris restaurant with daily lunch and dinner hours and a smart-casual dress code, then are willing to confirm the remaining details directly before booking.
If your plans depend on off-premise dining, special dietary arrangements, a particular menu style, or a specific atmosphere, check with Le Tournesol before committing. Those details are not specified, so the safer recommendation is to confirm the current setup with the venue before making plans around them.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose Le Tournesol when your priorities are Paris, daily lunch and dinner service, and smart-casual dress. Cross-shop if the meal requires a specific cuisine, price range, service format, awards history, or special accommodation details. For broader planning, use the Paris restaurants guide, or pair the meal with Paris hotels, Paris bars, and other Paris experiences.
Planning details
- Location
- 2 Av. de Lamballe, 75016 Paris, France
- Website
- le-tournesol.fr
- Phone
- +33145259594
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Le Tournesol inhabits the quieter side of Paris fine dining: composed, restrained and measured rather than theatrical. The neighbourhood setting — broad Haussmann-era streets and a short walk to the Seine — shapes a room that prizes precision and consistency. Service and pacing reflect that ethos; the experience is ordered and attentive, drawing on classic French technique rather than on flash. Diners who prefer calm, focused meals and an atmosphere that emphasizes the progression of courses over spectacle will find the restaurant’s temperament rewarding.
Best For
This is a restaurant built for concentrated dining: thoughtful multi-course meals that reward patience and attention. It suits date nights and business dinners where low chatter and composed service matter, and it also fits quieter special occasions that call for reliability and classical technique. The 16th’s older, focused clientele and the restaurant’s steady approach mean meals are about refinement and consistency rather than culinary showmanship. Expect a refined evening service centered on traditional French preparations and well-sequenced courses.
Ordering Tips
Le Tournesol presents its meal as a sequence, so lean into the progression rather than trying to rush through plates. Signature preparations — Tournedos Rossini, Foie gras terrine and Sole meunière — exemplify the kitchen’s allegiance to classic technique and are safe choices if you want a clear picture of the kitchen’s standards. Allow the dining room’s measured pacing to set the rhythm; courses are designed to calibrate the palate for what follows, so resist the urge to skip around and let the menu unfold as intended.
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined and chic decor featuring gold accents and 1920s style, creating a comfortable and elegant atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Tournedos Rossini
- Foie gras terrine
- Sole meunière
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 2 Av. de Lamballe, 75016 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Iza by Kura, Notable alternative
- Huîtres et Saumons de Passy, Notable alternative
- Le Passy, Notable alternative
- Le Bistrot des Vignes, Notable alternative
- La Petite Tour, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Le Tournesol is the easy, logistics-first option in this Passy-side set: useful when the priority is a calm room and daily lunch or dinner availability. Iza by Kura is the better cross-shop when the group wants a more specific Japanese-leaning meal, while Le Tournesol is safer for mixed preferences and a lower-planning evening.
For seafood, Huîtres et Saumons de Passy is the clearer pick if oysters or salmon are the point of the meal. Le Passy and Le Bistrot des Vignes are better alternatives when the brief is a classic neighborhood restaurant rather than a flexible all-purpose booking.
La Petite Tour is the one to compare for a more occasion-led feel in the same general west-Paris orbit. Choose Le Tournesol when the table needs to be easier and less ceremonial; choose La Petite Tour when the meal itself needs to carry more of the evening.
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Compare Le Tournesol
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Le Tournesol | Paris | No published awards |
| Iza by Kura | Paris | No published awards |
| Huîtres et Saumons de Passy | Paris | No published awards |
| Le Passy | Paris | No published awards |
| Le Bistrot des Vignes | Paris | No published awards |
| La Petite Tour | Paris | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Le Tournesol?
Le Tournesol has a smart-casual dress code. Choose neat, relaxed clothes rather than formal wear.
What are alternatives to Le Tournesol in Paris?
Other named options to compare include Le Passy, La Petite Tour, Le Bistrot des Vignes, Huîtres et Saumons de Passy, and Iza by Kura. A direct match on cuisine, price, or service format is not specified, so compare current details before booking.
Is Le Tournesol good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for a special occasion if the practical details fit your plans: Paris, daily lunch and dinner service, and smart-casual dress. For anything more specific, such as menu style, seating, pricing, or atmosphere, confirm directly with the restaurant.
What should a first-timer know about Le Tournesol?
Plan around its service hours: lunch runs daily from 12–3:30 PM, and dinner starts at 6:30 PM. Dinner closes at 12 AM on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday, and at 12:30 AM from Wednesday through Saturday.
Is lunch or dinner better at Le Tournesol?
Both are available every day. Lunch is available from 12–3:30 PM, while dinner runs from 6:30 PM to 12 AM on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday, and to 12:30 AM from Wednesday through Saturday.
