Maison Maison

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Halfway down the stairs by Pont Neuf is this wonderfully secret space beneath the bouquinistes (used-book sellers), where you can watch the bateaux-mouches (river-cruise boats) float by as you dine on creations such as butternut squash and blue cheese millefeuille or smoked black mullet with radish dressing. In nice weather, don't miss a cocktail on the glorious riverside terrace.


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