Walking into C’Paris is like entering another world. This dimly lit, elegant restaurant will transport you to the heart of Paris.
The restaurant boasts Michelin-star chefs who have curated the menu with delectable French classics such as duck confit, French onion soup, and beef brisket.
They are currently the only restaurant in Dhaka that serves authentic French cuisine and delivers a full French experience.
“We promise to stick to authentic French deliciousness so that we’re able to give people a good experience of what French food is like,” co-founders Monsur Ahmed and Kashfica Alam said.
Food
We began our meal with a beetroot salad; the lusciously red and thick sauce accompanying the beetroot with nuts and cream was an utter dream of a salad.
The sauce entirely took over our palate and made us appreciate a well-made beetroot salad like never before.
Then, we had their French onion and potato leek soup. The French onion soup was nothing short of divine.
From the gently caramelized onions to the oozing, floating cheese on top, this bowl of comforting cheese, bread, onion, and stock-infused broth was perfect. This authentic version of a classic French onion soup hit the spot, and the masterstroke for us was the seasoning.
Next, their potato-leek soup, which followed the French onion soup, was a complete cold contrast but equally heartwarming.
The cold potato and leek soup had a balanced, thick yet light consistency, similar to a good cream of mushroom soup, but you appreciate the coldness of the potato leek on a hot summer day without missing the usual warm broth.
For mains, we had their outstanding duck confit on a bed of chickpea risotto, beetroot, duck sauce, and a carrot puree.
The tender duck meat was top-notch — savory, soft, and masterfully seasoned to the core. It simply stole the show.
The bed of chickpea risotto was warm, well cooked, and comforting. The beetroot and the carrot puree added new layers of depth one after the other with an earthy taste from the chickpeas, a little bit of tart from the beetroot, and a slight sweetness from the puree, making it an incredible ensemble that tasted exquisite.
The beef brisket was slow-cooked and immediately melted in your mouth.
The brisket was seasoned well and served with mashed potatoes, melted cheese, and beef jus.
It was mostly savory, but the sauce added an umami kick to the dish.
The slow-cooked beef was also a winner of a dish through and through. The creamy mashed potatoes and the melted cheese combined with the utterly soft brisket made for a deliciously comforting meal.
For dessert, we had the chocolate opera cake. The dessert was easy to scoop up with our spoon and had a strong essence of coffee.
The dessert reminded us of the classic tiramisu, but this was a denser version. The bitterness did not overpower the sweet, creamy texture of the dessert’s top layer.
Instead, it offered a bite filled with sweet and bitter flavors, making it a good finish to a lovely meal. While the heaviness of the dish serves a unique blend of flavors, we would have preferred a lighter texture.
The price range for a meal at C’Paris is Tk600 to Tk3,000.
Ambience
Located at Gulshan 1, C’Paris has a sleek interior.
The dimmed lighting adds to the ambiance of the space. A gigantic picture looms over the center space, adding to the artsy atmosphere.
Three chandeliers hang over the center of the ground floor. The corners are scattered with tables and chairs, while the center remains wide open. Each table has its own lamp hanging over it.
They also have chess tables, adding to the sophisticated space.
Challenges
Opened in June 2025, C’Paris aims to be an authentic French restaurant. Finding the right chefs who are willing to cook with Bangladeshi ingredients is crucial.
“Finding the right chefs was a challenge. At first, they wanted to know what kind of ingredients were available for them to work with so that they could curate an authentic French menu based on that,” said co-founder Ahmed.
While the temptation to tweak international dishes to fit the Bangladeshi palate has been prevalent at restaurants, Ahmed was determined to keep the dishes authentic at any cost.
“We will not steer away from the authentic taste of French cuisine under any circumstances. We started out with that thought, and we will stick to it,” he added.
Keeping authenticity in mind, most of their ingredients are also imported, said Ahmed.
“We have imported most of the ingredients because we want to make sure that the chefs can make the dishes exactly as they would in Paris, without compromising on taste,” he also said.
Verdict
The Duck Confit and the Beef Brisket stole the show and are must-tries. For those looking for a slice of Paris in Dhaka, look no further, C’Paris offers both an ambiance and fantastic food.
Dining and Cooking