You don't have to cross the ocean to experience the flamboyance of Paris, when you can get a taste right here at le Montmartre, the crown of French fare, according to The Daily Heralds "The Best Of" Voters. The plush interior of this "Brasserie Parisienne" is pulled together by white clothed tables, passion-red, banquet-style seating, handmade crystal chandeliers and an 80-plus year old original wall mirror, oozing eclectic romance.

The specialties of the house are roasted sea bass in a salt crust and fresh Dover sole (flown in daily). You can also indulge in French classics such as Toumedos Rossini, onion soup and lobster bisque, bu$ all with a modem twist. An extensive vegetarian menu is also available.

"Our philosophy is very simple," says Karen, who runs the restaurant with her husband Pascal. "We use only the absolute freshest, top-quality ingredients, sourced from top suppliers around the world. And we only have: the most highly experienced people prepare and serve our menu items. We always seek absolute perfection." :

Le Montmartre has over 100 wines on our list: champagnes, including Dom Perignon, rosés, flavorful white Burgundies, crisp Muscadets, fruity Loire River whites, and reds ranging from fruity Beaujolais to lush Burgundies and on to powerful Rhones and Bordeaux. Château Mouton-Rothschild and Château Haut Brion will satisfy the most discriminating Bordeaux lover.

» Daily Heralds Best French Restaurant of 2007
Runners up: » Auberge Gourmande in Grand Case, » Tropicana in Marina Port La Royale.

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