The film "Elle" was filmed in Paris, France.

Filming Locations:

Le Grand Colbert

In the Movie

Scene where Michèle has dinner with her friends while recounting what happened to her.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Le Grand Colbert — a Parisian restaurant located between the Palais Brongniart, the Palais-Royal garden, and the Place des Victoires. It can also be accessed through the Galerie Vivienne. Le Grand Colbert, with its large dining room, impressive architectural volume, and six-meter-high walls, is remarkably well-preserved with its strikingly carved pilasters. Here you can see Pompeian-style paintings on wood and beautiful mosaic flooring. The restaurant is proud to have been the filming location for several films and TV series. Feel free to ask the staff about it. They even have a photo book ready that tells all about it!