I think the food at Bistro de Paris is better than everyplace else and you can get limited viewing of the fireworks there if you get a window seat (some of the window seats have trees that partly block the view).
Illuminations usually doesn't start until 9:00 pm--
I can't wait that long to eat.
We are trying Le Cellier this upcoming trip.
We will then park ourselves in front of Italy for a great view
of Illuminations.
Rose and Crown, ADR's about 7:30 to 7:40 , you can ask for the outdoor balcony but if you are inside they take you out to the balcony when Illuminations begins. Lucked out last Sept. and got outside seating and this is a great view of the fireworks.