Maison Roland, the new Parisian bistro at Shangri-La Paris, with a discreet terrace

Maison Roland, the new bistro at Shangri-La Paris, tucked away in the 16ᵉ arrondissement, unfolds with a simple promise: to eat well in a refined, no-fuss setting. You may not know it, but the venue was once the private residence of Prince Roland Bonaparte, so it makes sense that its French bistro takes its name in reference to that history. And with its discreet restaurant and its confidential terrace at the heart of a jardin verdoyant, sheltered from noise and prying eyes, this is a spot that should win you over for lunch or dinner in a green, tranquil setting.

The spot leans into quintessential Parisian bourgeois cuisine, the kind that satisfies everyone: white tablecloths, Gien porcelain, silverware, and a tureen that makes you want to linger. Not flashy, just a genuine focus on quality ingredients and how the table is set. It’s all about indulgence and sharing, but done with a refined touch—we’re hooked.

In the kitchen, executive chef Simon Havage presents a clear, generous menu. For starters, the classics are all there: mimosa eggs with salmon roe, sardine rillettes, country terrine with pistachios and foie gras, curly endive salad with lardons and a soft-boiled egg. Our standout pick is the gazpacho to share, served in a handsome tureen. The Breton fine oysters (9 or 12 pieces) and a fine selection of caviars (Baeri, Imperial Osciètre, Beluga) let you step up a notch if you’re feeling in the mood.

The mains lean on crowd-pleasers: sole à la grenobloise, onglet de bœuf sauce au poivre, filet de bar grillé with a herbaceous vierge sauce, or a coquelet rôti en crapaudine. The homard, prepared Thermidor, grilled with lemon, or served cold with mayonnaise, stands as the showpiece of the menu (69 euros). A vegetarian option features bulgur-stuffed petits farcis with crottin de Chavignol. The accompaniments (green beans in persillade, fries, purée, romaine salad) can be tweaked to your liking.

We thoroughly enjoyed the desserts, which stay true to their classics while showcasing refined elegance. L'île flottante maison unfurls like a delicate chiffon dress, the mousse au chocolat delivers real punch, and the crème caramel à la vanille de Madagascar remains a perennial favorite.

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The shared pavlova with red fruits (28 euros) is a solid option for ending on a group note and it makes an impression on the table, unless you’re more of a strawberry ice cream kind of people, like us. A plate of truffled Bourgogne creamed cheese nicely wraps up a meal if you lean toward the cheese course.

The confidential terrace is without a doubt Maison Roland's current ace in the hole. Nestled in the hotel’s garden, it offers a rare green pause in the 16th arrondissement, between Avenue d'Iéna and the Trocadéro. Here you can dine in the sun without feeling exposed to the sidewalk, which isn’t so common in Paris. For those who seek discreet, quality addresses, it’s exactly the kind of spot you keep on reserve.

Maison Roland is open Monday through Saturday with continuous hours from 12:00 to 22:00, and on Sundays from 19:00 to 22:00. The restaurant is accessible from the Iéna metro station (line 9) or Kléber (line 6). To book, head straight to the Shangri-La Paris site.

Who is Maison Roland for? Parisians seeking an elegant setting without the formality of a Michelin-style restaurant, couples after a quiet terrace, and groups wanting to share hearty dishes in a stylish space. Plan around 50 to 70 euros per person, excluding drinks, for a full meal.

To discover more standout spots in the same vein, check out Paris’s bourgeois-cuisine scene at bourgeois cuisine restaurants or explore the capital’s excellent Parisian bistros.

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