During a mini-trip to Disney World, dear friends of mine treated themselves to the delectable prix fixe dinner and grownups-only date night at Monsieur Paul in Epcot. They sent me pictures of each and every course they were served, which I lived vicariously through as I ate the mushroom pizza we ordered that night. (Mushrooms are French, right?)

If you’re interested in an adults-only Epcot dining experience, put this restaurant on your radar.

👨‍🍳 Quick background: Monsieur Paul is named for chef Paul Bocuse, and the restaurant is owned by his son, Jerome Bocuse. Paul Bocuse was named Chef of the Century in 2011 by The Culinary Institute of America (I once worked there, and his name was often heard in conversation), and he has a Michelin-starred restaurant in Lyon, France.

What is Monsieur Paul?

Monsieur Paul is a gourmet French restaurant in the World Showcase’s France pavilion. It’s set above Les Chefs de France, which Chef Bocuse opened in 1982. Its elegant setting mixes “classic French architecture with bright colors and a touch of modern design,” according to the Disney World website.

The restaurant also has stunning views overlooking the World Showcase, and you may get lucky enough to be seated right next to the windows.

As for the meal, the prix fixe menu is described as having “inventive twists” on classic French cuisine and a thoughtful wine list (optional) to pair with your courses. And take note: You need two hours to dine here, at least! My friends spent almost 3 hours during their dinner (well worth it, they said).

A couple of things to know: You’ll be escorted to your table and then again as you leave the restaurant. Also, children under 10 aren’t allowed here, so it’s truly a perfect Epcot dining experience for adult couples.

Now let’s look at the mouthwatering courses!

The Prix Fixe Dinner Menu at Monsieur Paul

First, here’s the menu so you can see everything offered. During the meal I’m about to show you, my friends tried different courses, so you’ll see a generous spread of dishes! Spoiler alert: They loved everything they ordered.

Amuse-Bouche and Champagne

Bread

These were served warm and crispy. Swoon.

Appetizer

Fish Course

Palate Cleanser

Meat Course

Cheese Course

Dessert

Sign us up — this is definitely on our bucket list of future Epcot dining experiences we have to have.

Does Monsieur Paul have a dress code?

Monsieur Paul has a basic dress code that shouldn’t be too hard to follow even in your regular park attire. The website describes it like this: “Guests are expected to dress accordingly in attire that adheres to the restaurant’s sophisticated and upscale aesthetic. Clothing should be clean, neat and in good condition. Please no swimwear.”

Do you have to have reservations for a Disney World restaurant?

To dine at a Disney World restaurant, you need both a theme park reservation and a dining reservation. Sometimes, you can get a dining reservation last-minute if you ask at the host stand. However, for something as upscale as the meal at Monsieur Paul, you’ll need a reservation.

Can you cancel Disney reservations for Monsieur Paul?

You’ll need to cancel Monsieur Paul dining reservations online 72 or more hours before your reservation. If you wait longer than that (or don’t show up at all), you’ll be charged a cancellation fee of $100 per person. 🫢

Also check out our blog post What Happens if I’m Late to My Disney Restaurant Reservation?

A huge thank you to Kara and Paul Bucher for providing these photos!