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    Au Pied de Cochon

    3.3 (446 reviews)
    PriceySeafood, Brasseries
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Hannah H.

    A classic in Paris! I'd go back just for the vibes and the memory of visiting such an iconic establishment but the food wasn't incredible. It's a pork focused menu so there are some creative dishes but overall everything needed a punch of salt and acid. It was all pretty bland and overall didn't feel super fresh.

    Johnny N.

    When it came to finding a late night meal in Paris, Au Pied de Cochon seemed to be one of the only options. We had a LONG day, overbooking ourselves with tours, steps, and sight seeing and had missed dinner, so we pulled up to APC at midnight and were seated immediately THANK GOD. We were starving. The interior is exactly what I think of when I think of a French ass restaurant... HURRY UP WITH MY DAMN CROISSANT! We sat and scanned the huge menu and settled on the "must taste" charcuterie platter, the beef fillet (medium rare), and some french fries for the plot. As we were waiting, talking the night away over a bottle of red wine, our server brought over a jar of pickles. I was gassed up as I love pickles, but my excitement turned to depression as the jar was filled with gnats. That one hurt. I didn't even want to write this, but there truly were a good amount of gnats in that thing and I think the consumer should know. It kind of ruined the rest of the meal for us. It only went further south when our steak was put on the table, as that thing was still alive damn near. I ordered medium rare, and in my ignorant American opinion, this thing was cooked blue rare (which is less cooked than rare). However, my research says that typical French steaks are cooked less than American ones. I am not knocking off any stars for a cultural difference that I wasn't aware of. I am taking full responsibility for this. I loathe when Americans travel and expect a different culture to cater specifically to their American tastebuds. We saw a couple a few tables from us get this crepe that the server poured some liquid fire over, so we got that for dessert. The liquid fire turned out to be Grand Marnier, and this is how I found out the hard way that I REALLY don't like Grand Marnier. It was just simply not for me, but the thing about me is I'll try anything once. All in all, I'm still happy we came and appreciate them being open late. We still got some much needed calories. IG @johnny.novo Tiktok @jnov__ Substack @johnnynovo

    David G.

    Didn't plan on eating here but after walking and shopping all day...this is where fate brought us. Wonderful cute bistro with ...you guessed it....Cochon on the plate.... They also do a lot of very good seafood. My wife loved her Moules Frites....huge portion Okay wine selection. Typical parisian service which was fine. Loved dining outside on the sidewalk at sunset.

    Christina Y.

    We happened to pass by this so-called "iconic" restaurant late at night after already having dinner elsewhere and decided to stop in for a light snack. There was no wait, so we sat outside. Our waiter handed us the menu and bounced between nearby tables, but when we ordered just a couple of starters, he actually complained that we were supposed to order one main dish per person--then said he'd make an "exception" this time. To keep the peace, we even ordered a Crêpe Suzette for dessert just to please him. The food itself was mediocre at best, exactly what you'd expect from a touristy spot living off its name. We had two glasses of wine, a bottle of water, two starters, and the dessert, and the bill came to about USD 80. Definitely not worth it. The food was subpar, and that's being generous. I won't be going back.

    Pork trotters and escargot
    Amber C.

    We went during late lunch/early dinner and it was good! Not too loud and not too quiet. All the decorations in the France are so pretty and it's always very nice to see. Our server was patient with us as we looked over the menu and tried to decide what we wanted to order. The French onion soup and mussels were so delicious. I especially enjoyed the mussels. There was so much in the pot and our entire group was able to eat so many. The mussels were so soft and flavorful. The duck breast was also good! The sauce and green beans were a nice addition to the meal and the green beans were coated nicely in the sauce. The duck break was also pretty tender and soaked up the flavor well.

    14 hour pork shoulder
    Jane K.

    I'm honestly not sure why this place has gotten bad reviews -I had a great experience from start to finish. We ordered the French onion soup, Caesar salad, mussels, and the 14-hour pork shoulder and every single dish was full of flavor. The soup was rich and comforting with just the right amount of melted cheese, the Caesar salad was crisp and well-dressed, the mussels were fresh and came in a flavorful broth, and the pork shoulder was tender and incredibly satisfying. Service was quick, friendly, and accommodating, which made the whole evening even more enjoyable. There's a lot of reviews regarding the bad service but our lovely server (who was half Viet and Swedish) was wonderful and even jokingly mentioned he knew Brad Pitt. Maybe they've turned things around recently, or maybe they've just been unfairly judged but based on my visit, I'd definitely recommend giving them a try. Also, it's worth noting that dining culture in France may differ from what some travelers are used to. For example, tables both inside and outside are often placed closer together than in other countries like the US. This setup reflects a more communal and social atmosphere, which seems to be quite common here. There are also subtle nuances in service and dining etiquette that are part of the local experience. I encourage fellow travelers to approach these differences with an open mind and respect, as part of enjoying and appreciating another culture.

    James R.

    While this place is a bit touristy, you can't deny that they have a solid French onion soup (which is also kind of a touristy dish). The pigs foot is decent. The servers are solid. Not a bad place to eat if you're nearby.

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    Laurie D.

    I am so happy I had dinner at this incredible restaurant. The décor is absolutely beautiful! I loved the brass pig's foot door handles. We ordered onion soup, beef fillet, potatoes, and crème brulee for dessert. OMG! The onion soup was, by far, the best I've ever had. The crème brulee was delicious! They gave us complimentary pig meringues at the end of our meal. The entire meal was fabulous!

    Lana T.

    I was on a mission in Paris to find the Best French Onion Soup or Soupe a l'oignon! After trying for lunch & dinner Soupe a l'oignon, and being so disappointed with flat flavors, we sat down at Au Pied de Cochon, search was over! Au Pied de Cochon hands down best Soupe a l'oignon which on their menu is Soupe a l'oignon Gratinee des Halles. The top layer of cheese done to perfection! Once you spoon through the nutty velvety cheese, you get a spoonful of sweet carmalized onions and rich savory broth! A hit! After our meal they brought us 2 sweet adorable Cochon (pig) pink piggy meringues.

    Pork chop
    Shanelle S.

    Bustling brasserie that's open late nights. Came here for dinner with my family and waited for about 40 minutes to get a table on a Saturday around 8pm. Anthony Bourdain ate here so I imagine that's partially why it is so busy. The food is straightforwardly French and the waiters are the same. I think that there are better options in Paris for French food but this is convenient is you're looking to have a late night dinner. The potato au gratin was the best part of the meal for me. Service is slow but the ambiance is nice so you can easily hang out here for a bit. They have little pig-shaped desserts at the end, which was a cute touch.

    Meringues
    Sonya H.

    Lovely spot for traditional French food! I visited this classic Parisian spot for dinner after a friend who grew up in the city recommended it. The servers were friendly and guided us -- and our English menus -- to a cozy little spot in the corner of their outdoor seating area. Au Pied de Cochon is known for their seafood and, as the name implies, their pork, so we knew we had to sample both of those specialities. We split an order of escargot to start, which was fantastic. The snails were tender and had a slightly briny, earthy flavor that went delightfully with the fresh herbs and butter. It came with plenty of crusty baguette slices, which was perfect for soaking up all the extra butter. My friend got their Salade Saint-Antoine, a signature salad loaded with several cuts of pork, potatoes, and even more escargot. It was massive and not exactly the most salad-like, given the copious amounts of pork, but it was quite tasty. I ordered their classic Moules Frites, which were also great. The mussels were cooked in a flavorful white wine sauce, and it came with plenty of fries to soak up the extra sauce at the end. I did find the mussels slightly overcooked, as they were a bit too chewy and almost gummy, but I appreciated the flavor of the sauce. On the other hand, the fries were a smidge soggy and very short, so you had to dig for them at the bottom of the container. We ended the meal with their complementary meringues, which were shaped like little piglets. It was a very cute way to finish off a solid meal!

    Our table
    Joe L.

    We walked by the restaurant almost everyday during our 10-day stay in Paris last month. It looked busy and lively right by the Les Halles metro station facing the plaza by Westfield Forum so we decided to give it a try. We did not realize its popularity when we were not able to make a dinner reservation online for the same day despite the size of the restaurant and it's open 24 hrs a day. However, we were able to make a lunch reservation the next day. We sat by the street so it was a perfect spot to people watch on a sunny afternoon. I couldn't pass up on having escargots to start my lunch and they were delicious. However, I was almost giddy when my grilled pork trotter came to the table with a salivating side of fries. I tried hard to be civilized while devouring the trotter. I managed to be able to use my cutlery and refrain from using my fingers to get every bit of goodness from the trotter. While the skin and the crust were perfectly crispy, the inside goodness was tender while retaining the chewy texture in every bite. It was a rather large trotter piece but I finished every single part of it. The service was excellent and our waiter was extremely helpful.

    The complimentary piggy madeleines at the end of the meal.
    John M.

    Four stars food, 1 star service. To be specific, just our waiter. He was the only grumpy, frumpy, waiter who singled out tourists the entire time we were in Paris for this trip. Our expediter, who was great by the way, had mentioned the waiter said to bring our starter and mains out at the same time. The tables are postage stamp sized...he knows the plates would not fit. We had to scramble to move our starters into our main dish. Ugh. But I digress. The starter of haricot vert salade was very good. Perfectly blanched and seasoned well. Wife had the stuffed pig's trotter. As far as we could tell, it was stuffed with a blend of pate and champingon. For me, I had St Anthony's temptation because, well we are at the foot of the pig after all. All the bits were very nice from tail, to ears, to trotters. Albeit very rich as one would expect. After the treatment from the waiter, and the fact that this restaurant was packed like sardines (yes, we know of brasserie culture, but this is to the 10th degree), we decided not to have any dessert and made our way out. Last bit...if you pay using the QR code, you get charged like 2 euro for a convenience fee. I made the waiter begrudgingly bring the card machine...I don't pay money to you for something that makes your job easier.

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    Beautiful restaurant with a great menu. The service was excellent and the food delicious.

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    Wonderful and warm service. Excellent food with large portions. Children's menu is an excellent value.

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    3 out of the 4 in our group came down with violent food poisoning after dining here. Would not recommend.

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    L'îlot

    4.4(75 reviews)
    1.4 kmMarais Nord, 3ème
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    On a whim we stopped by and were able to get a seat inside. Cozy atmosphere with a jumping outside…read morevibe. The menu had a healthy variety or raw oysters. I settled on the Hal's crab and hubby had the Langoustine Ravioli, which was supposed to be a sharing size. The crab was cold but visually pleasing. There was not much seasoning so the mayo dipping sauce made for a bland tasting dish for me. Hubby enjoyed his Ravioli but the three small pieces did not really seem like a sharing size. Overall nice Paris experience but I definitely left there and ordered some takeout to fill in my empty space.

    We were craving seafood after many brasserie (meat forward) suppers this week. We made a…read morereservation on the fly at L'îlot and were rewarded handsomely. We ordered the seafood tower (whole stone crab, langostine, 6 oysters (3 local varieties), tiny fried shrimp in a cup, ten or so whelks. We also had the shrimp roll, a delectable sea bass ceviche, a bowl of tiny mussels in curry broth that was just SO delicious and a whole pan fried sea bream atop a thin cushion of pea purée and topped with red cabbage & carrot. Everything was superb and our server was swift and smiling throughout the evening. The restaurant itself is small & charming with a simple rustic feel. We felt it was undiscovered but it's likely it was just a slow night on a drizzly evening. I'd certainly recommend a visit!

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    Le Comptoir de la Gastronomie - An amazing French onion soup...

    Le Comptoir de la Gastronomie

    4.5(1.5k reviews)
    0.2 kmChâtelet/Les Halles, 1er
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    The most life- changing experience with French cuisine. This is what French culinary dreams are…read moremade of. Get the appetizer grilled foie gras with side of greens, you won't regret it. The richness of the flavor and the texture which is not reminiscent of the traditional roasted duck or foie gras, but rather a much more like a luxurious and indulgent version. We enjoyed our dinner on the outside of the restaurant after about a 20-30 minute wait. The bone marrow had the best flavor I've experienced for the dish. However, it is definitely overshadowed by the rich flavor of the foie gras. This experience was unforgettable, with our view of Parisian streets on a brisk, April night. We even came back on our last night, but didn't realize the hours on Google maps was for the deli. The restaurant closes earlier, before 9:00 PM. This meal got us thinking about Paris in a positive light, and we hope to be able to come back to eat the amazing dishes again!

    This place was a huge letdown. They had a cute little artisanal market on the front left of the…read morerestaurant. They had a number of goods to choose from and I ended up buying a few things for souvenirs. As for the actual restaurant, they had a number of delicious sounding items on their menu. Our server was very attentive to us and helped us decide on our dinner orders. Similar to the other restaurants though. After our food was delivered, it was far in between when we were checked on again. And after dessert it took even longer for our server to bring the bill. Overall, the food was a letdown. I do not exaggerate when I say that the frog legs just tasted like slightly flavored water. My friend's ravioli had a fairly decent flavored sauce but the pasta was a bit chewy. My friend's duck breast was pretty tough; I had noticed the table next to us also ordered it and they seemed to have trouble finishing/cutting theirs as well. As for my steak with foie gras, well the steak was once again tough and the foie gras was weirdly stringy. It was soft for the most part but there were parts that were tough and stringy. Maybe that's a section that's generally separated in the preparation process and it was missed? In any case it was disappointing. What wasn't disappointing was dessert though; perfectly sweet and balanced.

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    Opium la Cabane - Oyster

    Opium la Cabane

    4.7(60 reviews)
    1.1 kmSaint-Germain-Des-Prés, Saint-Michel/Odéon, 6ème
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    Lovely lunch with a dozen oysters , 3 each from four locations) , and fish soup. A nice 25cl…read moreChablis with the oysters , a Duval with the soup. The olive oil/pepper toast was great with the fish Small place with perhaps space for 20. Great service in French or English or I guess Italian. Helpful on oyster selection and advice on sequencing. Name is a bit odd but you can't see the sign at present , only the oysters and seafood in the window. Now my fav oyster stop on left bank

    Not only were these the largest and meatiest oysters I have ever had, they had one of the BEST…read moresmoked salmon I've ever eaten. They were so nice and helpful in choosing the best sampling of oysters from different French regions. We could really taste the differences We over ordered thinking that the "small" oysters would be tiny... none of them were small haha They don't serve mignonette or hot sauce ... just a bit of lemon and they don't recommend using it (we did on a few of them) So good and so fresh tho you can enjoy them plain Outstanding This place is TINY TINY TINY (maybe 4 or 5 tables) so I do not recommend it for groups more than 4 unless you want to take up the whole place (which would probably be a fun experience in itself) We lucked out on walking in but unless you make a reservation You'd probably have to wait a bit to enjoy this great establishment Highly recommend

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    Bistro des Augustins - Fermier

    Bistro des Augustins

    4.4(556 reviews)
    1.0 kmSaint-Michel/Odéon, 6ème
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    I have mixed feelings about Bistro des Augustins. On the one hand, it provided me some of the most…read morecomforting and delicious food that I enjoyed in Paris. On the other hand, it made me realize that my mother was a terrible cook. Bistro des Augustins is a small, cozy venue offering both indoor seating and terrace seating near Pont Neuf. It serves a small number of curated dishes, including a wonderfully traditional Bistro Gratin in a homey ceramic dish served piping hot with a brown crispy cheesy top, herbs, spices and chicken. You can also get it with salmon. My brothers and I only saw my mother use our gas range to light her cigarettes, sanitize needles to remove our splinters, and make s'mores during the summer months when she couldn't muster the energy to take us 'outside camping.' I mean, all she had to do was borrow a cookbook, which I'm sure were readily available from maybe a neighbor or in any local bookstore or the public library. How hard is that? I was the only kid who brought a can of tuna and his own monogrammed can opener to school every day. Every day. And mom convinced me that the tuna holster she got me for my birthday was cool and hip. I was a naive mercury-filled fool, although I did become a very fast runner in junior high school because of the tuna holster. The interior décor of Bistro des Augustins is informal and vintage bistro style - wooden tables, traditional chalkboard menus, and soft lighting - creating a relaxed and comfy ambiance. My eyes have been opened to what's possible. Thank you Bistro des Augustins for expanding my culinary horizons. Five stars.

    THE FOOD ------------------…read more= Fermier - Cheese gratin with chicken was good. Didn't blow me away, but was solid with the creaminess of the sliced potatoes and emmental cheese combined together with mixed vegetables. The cheese was very strong though, so anything else was unfortunately pretty much overpowered by it. Arrived with bread, but it DEFINITELY could use other carb options to sop it all up (e.g., rice???)! = Landais - Cheese gratin with duck. Same comment as the above, except the Landais had egg and goat cheese also mixed in with almost the same ingredients as the Fermier. THE SERVICE ----------------------- + The lone waitress, who also worked the role as greeter, cashier and bartender was friendly. + Food arrived within 10 minutes of ordering. THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------------ = Small, tight restaurant. = Not many tables inside - 6 in total. + Located a few blocks away from the more touristy restaurants, towards the East, on a much quieter street. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Nada.

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