Le Baratin

Hidden in Belleville, Le Baratin is a cult Parisian address beloved by chefs and devoted regulars. Argentine-born Raquel Carena has been at the stove since 1987, cooking with a style that is at once rustic and precise—whether it’s veal sweetbreads in lemon butter or a simple John Dory paired with seasonal vegetables. Her husband, Philippe Pinoteau, runs the dining room and oversees a wine list rich in natural finds and unexpected treasures. More than three decades on, the place remains a benchmark for those who prize authenticity over appearances.