Utopic, Anne-Sophie Pic’s secret haven in Paris

The world’s most Michelin-starred female chef is preparing to write a particularly spellbinding new Parisian chapter. Named Utopic, this new confidential space promises to redefine the porous boundaries between gourmet cuisine and the subtle art of mixology. Located in the heart of the first arrondissement of Paris, a stone’s throw from the Louvre, this mysterious venue presents itself as the most intimate and alchemical extension of Anne-Sophie Pic’s universe in the French capital. For this new address, the three-starred chef has imagined a highly creative haven where liquid flavours echo the legendary aromatic complexity of her gastronomic tables.

The alchemy of the glass according to Anne-Sophie Pic

Contemporary mixology is undergoing a true revolution, and Groupe Pic is once again positioning itself at the forefront of this major transition. With Utopic, the stated ambition goes beyond the simple creation of a cocktail menu to offer a genuine sensory journey. The chef asserts a rare determination here: to treat the liquid vessel with the same standards, the same rigour and the same spirit of innovation as her three-Michelin-starred dishes in the Guide Michelin.

In this unique space, the glass becomes a true territory of artistic expression, with its own gestures, its own balances and its own narratives. Through this approach, Anne-Sophie Pic intends to break down boundaries between disciplines to offer art de vivre enthusiasts an experience of total impregnation, where textures, aromas and temperatures respond to one another in a spectacular way.

A confidential haven signed Moinard Bétaille

The physical experience of Utopic begins with the architecture of the venue, designed to immediately evoke emotion and mystery. To bring this dream to life, the chef called upon the famous architecture and design agency Moinard Bétaille. Known for its haute couture approach to interior design, the agency has designed a unique, enclosed and particularly enveloping space.

Accessible from the Parisian restaurant via a hidden door or directly from Rue de Marengo, Utopic reveals itself as an almost secret sanctuary. This choice of discreet access reinforces the atmosphere of a private club and a laboratory of ideas, offering visitors a suspended moment, away from the bustle of the metropolis.

Mixology elevated to the rank of haute gastronomy

At Utopic, drink creation is not a simple complement to the culinary experience; it is its beating heart. The bar functions as an autonomous entity, a gastronomic destination in its own right where botanical research is pushed to its absolute limit. Rare herbs, complex infusions, house distillations and fermentations find their way into every recipe to shake up the established codes of mixology.

The concept carries within it the original idea of utopia, that of a bar entirely fantasised by the chef, which today moves from the realm of the imagination into reality. This innovative approach is expressed through an endless exploration of bitterness, length on the palate and plays on texture, thus offering an almost infinite field of aromatic possibilities for lovers of haute gastronomy.

The Pic Lab at the service of liquid innovation

To fuel Utopic’s creations, the teams rely on the Pic Lab, the group’s famous culinary research and innovation centre located in Valence. It is in this laboratory of ideas, the true creative heart of the Pic constellation, that the cutting-edge techniques defining the house’s signature are developed. Chefs and mixologists explore the secrets of aromatic extraction and impregnation there on a daily basis.

Thanks to the work carried out at the Pic Lab, every drink served in Paris is the result of months of research into showcasing seasonal products and exclusive techniques. This grounding in scientific and culinary research allows the establishment to offer unique pairings, marrying solid and liquid with absolute harmony and an immediately recognisable aromatic signature.

Human excellence and transmission at the heart of the project

Behind this ambitious concept lies an extraordinary human adventure, driven by the core values of Groupe Pic. The opening of this new address is accompanied by a strong commitment to transmission and learning for the teams who will bring the venue to life on a daily basis. Technical excellence is combined here with kindness and personalised support for talent.

By joining this elite brigade, staff benefit from regular training provided by experts in specialised disciplines such as wild foraging or fermentation. The group thus values the breaking down of barriers between departments, allowing each talent to enrich themselves with the techniques of other disciplines, from cuisine to sommellierie and high mixology.

Une expérience sensorielle guidée par l’Imprégnation

Imprégnation, a key concept in Anne-Sophie Pic’s cuisine, finds its purest liquid expression at Utopic. It is not simply a matter of mixing ingredients, but of infusing flavours, allowing aromas to interpenetrate to create an unprecedented depth on the palate. This constant quest for complexity is aimed at a demanding clientele, constantly seeking culinary discoveries off the beaten track.

Through this new Parisian address, Anne-Sophie Pic confirms her status as the world’s most Michelin-starred female chef by daring to reinvent the codes of the traditional bar. Utopic already promises to be one of the most sought-after and fascinating fixtures on the Parisian gastronomic scene for 2026.

Practical information on Utopic

• Address: Rue de Marengo, 75001 Paris
• Official website: anne-sophie-pic.com
• Type of cuisine: High mixology, infusions and botanical creations