01 — The venue
Where to eat near the Palais de Tokyo?
Set on this historic esplanade, right opposite the West wing that houses the Palais de Tokyo, the restaurant invites its guests to let time stand still. A luminous stopover where the Mediterranean art of living meets the Eiffel Tower skyline.
The arrival of sunny days transforms the esplanades of Chaillot Hill. For visitors to the architectural complex and contemporary art enthusiasts looking for where to eat at the Palais de Tokyo or the Museum of Modern Art, Corail is an obvious stop, both open to the shared esplanade and sheltered from the urban bustle.
The decor of the restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art
The raw 1930s setting of the building that houses both the Museum of Modern Art and the Palais de Tokyo finds a joyful, sunlit contrast here. The terrace decor showcases natural materials, summer stripes and colorful textiles designed by Ingrid Noël. Inspired by the chromatic boldness of Henri Matisse, the venue is dressed in corals and palm trees. Regulars from the Right Bank and travelers alike meet here for a sunset aperitif.
02 — The terrace
A terrace with a view of the Eiffel Tower at the heart of the art hub
The Corail experience rests above all on its monumental terrace. This spot in the 16th arrondissement offers a direct view of the Seine and the Iron Lady. Among the restaurants of the Palais de Tokyo and its adjoining cultural hub, Corail stands out for its vast terrace open to the Eiffel Tower and its cuisine centered on seafood.
Sheltered by shaded pergolas, lunches stretch out away from the hum of avenue du Président Wilson, making this esplanade an open-air lounge unlike any other in Paris.
03 — Corail's table
Corail's table: sea view, sea food facing the Seine
True to its promise of escape, the restaurant offers a culinary identity turned toward the open sea and freshness, becoming the preferred outdoor table for art-loving visitors.
The menu
A seasonal menu built around the freshness of the sea
The kitchen on this terrace showcases line-caught fish and seasonal vegetables. The chefs prepare homemade tarama, a yellowtail sashimi enhanced with lemongrass and chili, or fried calamari served with a delicate tartar sauce.
Signature Mediterranean recipes thus find their way to your table: paccheri with sea bass and fresh tomato, grilled octopus with citrus zest, or a sea bream subtly prepared with capers and lemon.
The experience
The experience and value of an exceptional table in Paris's 16th
Having lunch or dinner within a national monument facing the Eiffel Tower demands attention at every moment. The menu, built with no compromise on freshness, offers starters and wines to share, as well as dishes with character for dinner, for example.
Far from the patterns of traditional brasseries, this terrace restaurant in the 16th arrondissement values unhurried time, idle leisure and the quality of the welcome, for business tables and romantic dinners alike.
04 — Visiting Corail
Plan your visit to Corail: services, access and reservations
To keep your welcome on the forecourt seamless, Corail relies on a dedicated team and services tailored to guests, whether individuals or professionals.
The restaurant is open seven days a week, with continuous service from noon until two in the morning throughout its season. Located at 11 avenue du Président Wilson, it is accessed directly via the esplanade of the Museum of Modern Art, a stone's throw from the steps of the Palais de Tokyo. For companies from the fashion, art or finance worlds, the Butler management handles requests to privatize the terrace for PR dinners or collection launches.
Practical information
- Address: 11 avenue du Président Wilson, Paris 16th (forecourt of the Museum of Modern Art)
- Location: East wing of the building (facing the Palais de Tokyo wing)
- Terrace: yes, with a view of the Eiffel Tower and the Palais de Tokyo
- Atmosphere: relaxed and chic
- Reservations: highly recommended
In brief
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A seasonal table set on the esplanade of the Museum of Modern Art of Paris.
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A strategic location on the shared forecourt, right opposite the Palais de Tokyo.
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An XXL green terrace offering a direct panorama of the Seine and the Eiffel Tower.
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A couture decor inspired by Henri Matisse's paper cut-outs and the house of La Casano.
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A sunny menu devoted to briny flavors, raw fish and Mediterranean accents.
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