Don Juan II Paris

Don Juan II sits at 5 Port Debilly, moored along the banks of the Seine. It holds a Michelin star, separating itself from the standard river cruises that populate the surrounding quays.

While the location offers a perspective of the Eiffel Tower, the kitchen is the true focal point. The menu blends French technique with South American and Argentinian influences, a departure from the traditional brasseries found in the nearby Trocadéro Gardens. The room runs smart, feeling more like a private salon than a public dining boat. It is a better choice than the restaurants clustered at the base of the tower, where the proximity to tourists usually dictates a less ambitious, more predictable plate.