Lunch at restaurant Korus

by Melle Bon Plan 18 July 2019

written by Melle Bon Plan Published: 18 July 2019Updated: 12 May 2026

This recent gem nestled in the 11th arrondissement of Paris is the brainchild of two enthusiasts, Afrae and Yann Brasseur, who wanted to create a restaurant that reflects their personal vision of hospitality. A perfect harmony between the art of welcoming guests and the art of fine dining!

We went to test Korus on a Saturday lunch last March (yes, I know it was a while ago…) with my favorite photographer for a lunch bursting with colors and flavors.

Korus restaurant interior: woman sitting alone at a table near a stone wall.

Orange leather table and chair in front of an exposed brick wall at restaurant Korus. Orange leather and wood stool against a brick wall background at restaurant Korus.

Interior of restaurant Korus with counter, coffee machines, and a person in front of the door.

Dining room at restaurant Korus with exposed stone walls and set tables.

In terms of decor, it’s simple yet elegant, with small feminine touches of color that brighten up the space.

Gourmet Korus dishes with red wine, white wine, and water on a wooden table.

Dining room at restaurant Korus with a set table and stone walls.

On the plate, you’ll find high-quality ingredients sourced from clean agriculture, prepared in a simple, refined, and indulgent way to elevate them. This also results in a very short menu that changes depending on what’s in season. And as you know, I repeat it all the time, but short menus are often a guarantee of high product quality!

What to taste from the lunch menu the day we visited:

For starters, Forono beetroot salad with dill sauce or poultry liver mousse with cognac.

Beetroot appetizer and thin slices of charcuterie on a Korus plate.

Crusty farmhouse bread at restaurant Korus. Korus appetizer: liver pâté with red leaves and a drizzle of green oil.

Korus meal: pâté, beetroot, bread, and glasses of red and white wine.

For mains, deboned chicken leg with white cabbage and anchovy aioli, or pollack and haddock tartare with Jerusalem artichoke and coriander.

Crispy piece of chicken, caramelized onions, and cream on a Korus plate.

Meat and vegetable dishes with white and red wine at restaurant Korus. Smiling woman at a table at restaurant Korus with dishes and glasses of wine.

Fish ceviche on creamy purée served at restaurant Korus.

For dessert, the lime panna cotta was very light—perfect for ending this meal! And paired with a good coffee, it’s even better!

Creamy dessert with a crispy topping served in a glass at restaurant Korus. Creamy espresso in a grey Korus cup on a white saucer.

Two pistachio and almond financiers on a plate at restaurant Korus.

In the same spirit, the house offers a selection of very interesting natural and biodynamic wines. There’s also a small selection of wines by the glass ranging from €7 to €15.

Glass of red wine, white wine, and water on a wooden table at restaurant Korus. Bottle of Riesling 2016 Domaine Éric Rominger, Alsatian wine.

The tip: the lunch menu with starter + main + dessert for €20 / starter + main or main + dessert for €17.50 (served from Wednesday to Saturday)

Thanks to restaurant Korus and Vinciane for the invitation.

Korus restaurant facade with its black awning and the menu written on the window.

Korus 

73 rue Amelot 75011 Paris
open Wednesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner, and Sunday for dinner

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Photo credits: Nicolas Diolez
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Lunch at restaurant Korus

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