Les Délices du Sommelier

Yes, this place is both a wine shop AND a restaurant. Several years ago, the owner was looking for a way to increase his wine business and had one of those ideas that seem so simple and obvious AFTER it occurs to you: create a small, intimate place to eat delicious food and spotlight the «wine pairings» that accompany each dish. The daily menu is designed to complement a selection of his wine offerings. Brilliant !!
This is basically a very small restaurant (just 20 seats or so) with great friendly service, serving tasty food paired with sumptuous wines. The wines are generally a great deal (and you often get *really* good wines) since his goal is to get you to taste his wines during the meal, so that you will order a case or two of those that you enjoy. If you enjoy good French food, you’ll love this place. A great deal (inexpensive) for what you get. The menu is sparse (not a lot of choice) — there are two «prix fixe» (set price) menus — one at 20 € (appetizer and main dish with one glass of wine, and after dinner espresso) and one at 25 € (same appetizer and main dish but also a dessert and with TWO glasses of wine and espresso). That’s it — no choice. Check on his web site to see what the week’s offering is (
). Note that the prices include all taxes and tip (as is the custom in most restaurants in France).
This place is only open for lunch ONLY, Mon-​Fri and you should probably call ahead and reserve your spot. (They will open for dinner if you call well ahead of time and reserve for 12 – 14 people.) I can’t comment on the quality of English spoken, as I always go with my bi-​lingual friend. Although you wouldn’t guess it from the outside, this place is a hidden jewel that reveals its beauty only upon entering. I really wish there was a place like this a few thousand miles closer to my house!
Edit Jan 5, 2014: according to their web site, fixed-​price menu choice have increased to 29 € and 34 €, respectively
Edit Jan 5, 2012: according to their web site, fixed-​price menu choice have increased to 27 € and 32 €, respectively.