Ciel de Paris restaurant

Mostly for tourists. However, situated on the 56th floor of Montparnasse Tower, the Ciel de Paris restaurant has a lot of room, and definitely a very spetacular view. It's chic, welcoming and ethereal with a 1960's futuristic influenced aesthetic. Stepping into this restaurant is like floating through space where the breathtaking view from the huge bay windows mingles perfectly to the stylish furnishings and decoration.

The grey velvet paint on the walls, corian table tops, Stolz leather and different tonal dimensions mesmerize even more when light bounces off the varying surfaces; strengthening and transforming perspectives. Like the design itself, the overall mood is subtle and far from confrontational; provoking a string of reactions, lasting as long as you stay in a space where shapes and colours communicate and caress each other. Then there is the ever changing light coming in from outside which once night falls opens up the delicate twinkling of Paris’ skyline and the enchanting panorama changes once again.

A carefully curated menu, comprised mainly of French classics with interesting twists. Most critiques about the plates & service ranked it from good to excellent. It is expensive. You pay for the good looks, and the astonishing view ; and really it's all about the view and all tables have one. Avoid the hour long lift queue by booking beforehand, but you will still need to buy a ticket to get to the roof top viewing terrace.

Read some reviews here.

Ref. http://www.yatzer.com/Ciel-de-Paris-Noe-Duchaufour-Lawrance

Ref. http://www.dezeen.com/2012/06/29/ciel-de-paris-by-noe-duchaufour-lawrance/