A hundred years ago when Montparnasse was the center of artistic Paris, La Rotonde was the meeting place for artists. Modigliani, Man Ray, Picasso and Hemingway used to come here. The story goes if an artist couldn’t afford his meal, he would leave the owner a drawing. At one time the walls were covered in enough art to make any gallery owner blush. And if these artists were to fall asleep at their tables, the waiters were instructed not to wake them. Don’t try that today, and you have to pay with money not a napkin drawing. But you will still get a wonderful wine selection, friendly waiters and delicious French fare.