Lucas Carton joins Benjamin Patou’s collection
With the acquisition of Lucas Carton, one of the most legendary establishments on Place de la Madeleine, Benjamin Patou continues on a path that leaves little to chance. After Lapérouse, Prunier, and Auberge Bressane, the entrepreneur adds a new Parisian landmark to a portfolio already rich with some of the capital’s most famous institutions. The deal, revealed by Challenges magazine, marks a new phase in the strategy developed by Lapérouse Holding. A strategy that intrigues as much as it captivates. For while many restaurateurs dream of opening new establishments, Benjamin Patou seems to have chosen a different path: taking over historic establishments and attempting to write a new chapter in their history.
The challenge is considerable. Lucas Carton is not just a restaurant. It is a name that is part of France’s culinary heritage and one that alone evokes generations of fine dining, business meetings, and celebrations. It remains to be seen what role this establishment will play in the future envisioned by its new owner. One thing is certain: behind this acquisition lies a fundamental trend. That of a Parisian gastronomy scene where a few key players are gradually becoming the guardians of institutions that many know, but that few would have the means or the ambition to keep alive.
