This friendly French bistro imported from Lebanon plays it safe with classic decor (vintage Parisian posters, red and green checked cushions) alongside a buzzy bar playing smooth jazz and indoor ‘terrace’ overflowing with faux vines. The menu is equally simple, with reasonably priced French comfort food, such as magret de canard (seared duck breast), duck confit, moules frites (mussels and fries) and foie gras.
Be sure to order the steak frites – the creamy beef jus can be a little heavy so ask for it on the side – washed down with a Dhs95 bottle of Bordeaux. For dessert, try the decadent chocolate fondant or apple tart – and don't forget the cheese board (Dhs69): we are 'in France' after all!