Serena Williams Denied Entry to Paris Michelin-Starred Restaurant
Serena Williams was denied entry to a Michelin-starred restaurant in Paris while with her children. The staff explained that the venue was fully booked and they couldn't accommodate walk-in guests. Williams highlighted the incident on social media, prompting an apology from the restaurant and clarification of the space constraints.
Serena Williams has raised concerns after being denied entry to the Michelin-starred L'Oiseau Blanc at The Peninsula in Paris, where she was with her children.
The incident was highlighted in a post on X (formerly Twitter), where Williams mentioned she had never faced such a situation while with her family.
The restaurant staff clarified that only two reserved tables were available at the time, and suggested she wait in the bar.
Apologizing for the inconvenience, the hotel emphasized their respect for Williams and explained space constraints prevented accommodation without a reservation.
Williams was in Paris for the Olympic opening ceremony and has a history of attending such events.