Les Nouvelles Terrasses de l’été à Paris

Perched up high in the Marais, hidden within the Bois de Boulogne or in the garden of a particularly starlit hotel, take the Vogue Paris tour of the city’s new terraces – ideal for soaking up the sunshine this summer.

La Gare

This Parisian institution has been treated to a makeover – in part due to its fresh new décor, brought to life by interior designer Laura Gonzalez. La Gare is now decorated in a Mediterranean style, coloured by Pierre Frey’s floral fabrics and adorned with suspended pottery designed by Beatrice Markovitch and a series of mural paintings by artist Claire de Quenetain. New chef, Gaston Acurio, whose Peruvian cuisine has already seduced the night birds who frequent Manko is changing things up in the kitchen… This brand-new look is living proof that the 16th arrondissement is undergoing something of a culinary revolution. Don’t miss raised terrace – an ideal spot for soaking up the first sun rays of the summer.

19 Chaussée de la Muette, 75016 Paris, Tel. +33 1 42 15 15 31, www.lagare-paris.com

Au top

Just a few steps away from its first address, the famous Café La Perle, Au Top is the last culinary project by Jean-Philippe in the Marais. Perched above apartment buildings, this charming rooftop hotspot does justice to the Mediterranean style cuisine it serves. With chefs Christophe Rousseau and Loic Clee in the kitchen, Au Top offers grilled sea bream, Angus beef ribs, roasted artichokes and delicious signature couscous dishes. You can also swing by for savoury brunch on Sundays. All of this is set against a 360- degree view of Paris.

93 Rue Vieille du Temple, 75003 Paris, Tel. +33 1 43 56 50 50 , https://www.au-top.paris/

CoCo

After opening Loulou just a stone’s throw from the Louvre, and Apicius rue d’Artois and Giraffe a few steps from the Eiffel Tower, Paris Society group has opened new hotspot CoCo, which channels a strong Miami beach vibe, with its tasselled lamps, velvet dressed banquettes and giant swaying palm trees. Decorated by Corinne Sachot, this Art Deco temple offers classic yet effective fare: ripened tomatoes with burrata, fresh green asparagus, sea bream ceviche, creamy linguine with roasted blue lobster, sea bass, farm-fresh chicken and more. All to be savoured inside or on the superb terrace just a few steps from Opera Garnier.

1, place Jacques-Rouché 75009 Paris, Tel. +33 1 42 68 86 80

http://coco-paris.com

Aux Crus de Bourgogne

Already at the helm of Les Marches in the 16th arrondissement, which has revived the Relais Routiers and Aux Bon Crus label with great panache, Félix et Margot Dumant have opened Aux Crus de Bourgogne. Finding their roots in one of Montorgueil’s oldest institutions, where Andre Malraux was a frequenter, the brother-sister duo has proven, yet again, the timelessness of French bistro cuisine. With terrace chairs dressed in bright red, velvet-covered benches, and giant mirrors, diners can discover the menu in this early 20th-century style bistro. In the kitchen, the best of the French classics are on the stove: pâté en croute, white asparagus with a light eggy vinaigrette, Burgundy snails, frogs legs, steak-fries, chicken with white wine and morel mushroom sauce, chocolate mousse, Suzette crêpes… Needless to say, this bistro is a safe bet.

3 Rue Bachaumont, 75002 Paris, Tel. 01 42 33 48 24

Le Brach

On the first floor of the Philippe Starck decorated hotel, opened in 2018, this new terrace opens in perfect tandem with the sunny weather. Adorned with garlands and cushioned benches, this location evolves as the day goes by. From 8 am, there are golden baked croissants and fresh pressed juices at the ready. During the day, chef Adam Bentalha offers a series of small plates influenced by the cuisine of Asia and the South Sea islands (dim sum with hints of truffle, red tuna poke bowls and mochi ice cream to name but a few…). Toward the end of the evening, enjoy sipping on a perfectly shaken cocktail.

1-7 Rue Jean Richepin, 75016 Paris, Tel. +33 1 44 30 10 00, https://brachparis.com/

UNO

Designed by David-Olivier Descombes, UNO is the new Italian restaurant by David Soussan (Cucuzza, Mercier), brought to life through collaboration with Tripletta, the expert on authentic Naples-style pizza. With chef Julien Chevallier (ex Semilla and Justine) in the kitchen, you’ll find specialities straight out of the boot: creamy burrata, vitello tonnato, minestrone, fresh pasta made in house… But above all, you can expect fabulous pizzas, ranging from the simplest (Margherita) to the most noble (l’Aldo Maccione with truffles and prosciutto di parma). The icing on the cake? The large terrace, surrounded by the Pinault Foundation, overlooking le Jardin des Halles and Saint-Eustache in the distance.

37 Rue Berger, 75001 Paris, Tel. +331 42 36 20 47 , http://www.unoparis.com/

Apicius

To celebrate the arrival of summer, Apicius introduced a new terrace at the end of the month of May. Found in the heart of its flourishing garden, decorated with vibrant contemporary furniture, this new Parisian hot spot offers an a la carte cocktail menu and good wines to sip during the early evening hours, small appetizers to nibble on, all while enjoying live acoustic music performances. An added bonus? You can also discover the new brunch menu by chef Mathieu Pacaud.

20 Rue d’Artois, 75008 Paris, Tel. +33 1 43 80 19 66 , http://restaurant-apicius.com/

Brasserie Paris Longchamp

Decorated by be-poles studio (The Barn, Wild & The Moon) the Brasserie Paris Longchamp checks all the boxes as a perfect hot spot to enjoy good food while taking advantage of the sun. Found at the heart of the Hippodrome, you will find locavore cuisine with impeccable sourcing: plates to share, whole artichokes, fresh carpaccio, steak frites, linguine with fresh veggies, Mousse au Chocolat, strawberries and fresh cream, all to taste on the beautiful tree-lined terrace.

2, Route des Tribunes 75016 Paris, Tel.+33 1 44 30 75 52 , http://www.brasserie-parislongchamp.com/

Translated by Zoe Hofmann