The story of Momen is the story of a long friendship between Louis Amen and Romain Moreau, both of whom have worked in prestigious establishments such as the double and triple Michelin-starred Le Meurice, Guy Savoy and Le Grand Véfour, and who finally met at Le Laurent ten years ago, where they worked side by side for five years.
This autumn, the two partners have decided to join forces and open their first joint restaurant, halfway between the Parc Monceau and theElysée, called Momen, a contraction of their two surnames. What binds the two chefs together? A boundless love of good and beautiful produce.
The menu at Momen is steeped in the classic foundations of French gastronomy, but throws itself wholeheartedly into the contemporary, with fresh, seasonal and devilishly cheerful bistronomic cuisine that will vary over time, according to the whims of Louis and Romain.
And it's an understatement to say that the restaurant has shaken up the codes of Boulevard Haussmann, which was sorely lacking in such addresses. Of course, prices are in line with the local atmosphere, and the clientele is not mistaken. But what can we say other than that Momen is one of the must-try addresses of the new culinary season, and one to be followed with a watchful eye over time.
Enjoy heirloom tomatoes, burrata, lettuce coulis, pickled peppers and basil (12€) and octopus ceviche with citrus and ginger (15€), the maestria of starters ; veal shoulder confit, zucchini and pea fricassee, zucchini fritters, orange harissa and jus de braisage (26€) served straight from the hot pan; and monkfish, peas and dill, the dish of the day: grandeur and petulance on the plate.
Bistronomy you've seen before, you may say, but it's brilliantly executed, supported by warm service that, it has to be said, is rather unexpected in this part of the capital. A host of good points to toast with carefully selected wines, from both small and large French estates.
And there's no mistaking the desserts either, with praline-lemon cabbage and homemade ribot milk ice cream (12€) on the one hand, and nectarines and apricots refreshed with red berries, verbena and crunchy almonds (12€) on the other. From one end of the meal to the other, pleasure without limits.
Location
Momen
133 Boulevard Haussmann
75008 Paris 8
Official website
momenparis.com
