On a recent trip to Paris, my husband and I stopped in here for a quick lunch. Do it!…read more L'Avant Comptoir is a tiny wine bar in the 6th arrondissement which serves an assortment of small plates. The menu changes daily, and every item is fantastic! Beautifully plated, quality ingredients, imaginative choices, warm welcome, fast service. Top notch.

Unfortunately the young girl wasn't friendly like Anthony Bourdain said…read more No English menu which was fine, but they can't really help on describing. She was also rough slamming utensils and dishes which was wild. Squid Ink Croquettes was very good in my opinion. Lots of ink and chunks of squid. Good flavor. Shrimp Ravioli in Seaweed Soup was more like a dim sum dish... A glass of white wine was €10 which is high. Butter was very good though as expected.

Amazing food and a very lovely restaurant. The owner was very kind and friendly. Highly recommend.read more

If I could only recommend one restaurant in Paris, this would be that place! I think this might be…read moreone of my favorite meals ever, not just on vacation. After a very long day in Disney Paris, my friends and I were starving and not looking to go far so we found this place right around the corner from where we were staying. The owner is this sweetheart who suggested we order three dishes each and then share everything. Three of us decided to share and one of the girls in the group decided to get three things for herself. We also paired the meal with a bottle of white and a bottle of rosé that completed our meal perfectly! What we ordered: - 2 scallop carpaccio - 2 mushroom risotto - 3 gnocchi - mini burger - stuffed peppers - white fish (don't remember the actual fish) ceviche - veggie quesadillas - mozzarella sticks Not one plate that was sent to us wasn't devoured. Personally, our favorites were the Gnocchi, soft and pillowy in the most AMAZING cream sauce, and scallop carpaccio, fresh scallops seasoned to perfection in a light acidic sauce. Even the dishes that I probably would never order in Paris like the mozzarella sticks, quesadilla and mini burger. We're also completely delicious. Actually the mozzarella sticks had the most insane, you can tell that these were homemade. Even with no room left in our stomach, we ordered dessert. We ordered two crème brûlée and two chocolate cakes to split and then a apple tart for the table. Crème brûlée was insane, a must order! When my friends left and I was in Paris by myself, I actually came back alone twice! When I went, it was around the Olympics, so the owner was so nice to come and sit with me and show me how to get cheap tickets online that I never would've been able to find myself. Such a sweet soul! The place is pretty small, they pack as many tables as they could in here. Make a reservation if you want to sit outside or come later in the night if you just want to walk in.

Loved this place and it's people! We went back Twice!…read more The Food & Drinks ------------------- On the second night we visited The Publisher, and even though we'd had already had a late lunch, we simply couldn't resist the smell of freshly made fish and chips being passed around the room. What's more, they tasted great! Thick cut cod steaks, breaded and fried served with hot crispy fries! I don't think I looked up from my plate until it was all gone. The other plates that I saw around the room looked just as appetizing as well. Oh and for us Americans: large serving sizes! Nothing petite about these plates! The Spot --------- We literally found this late night spot up the street after discovering that another establishment we'd planned on visiting was already closed. Off the beaten path The Publisher boasts cosy, intimate tables and nooks perfect for a drink with the fellas/girls, family or even that special someone. If you have a large enough group you may want to get there a little early. The Staff --------- We went back twice! Oh you want me to tell you more!? Hahaha! From the moment we walked in the door we were warmly greeted by Stephan (sorry if I got the name wrong) and invited to sit where ever there was an open table/spot. For us English-only speakers: Everyone we spoke with spoke fluent English, something that was a great relief to us given a previous experience that afternoon. You don't know what you want or is there something you have in mind that is not available? Stephan worked with various sniffs and samples to make sure everyone one had something they would enjoy. He spent about 10-15 mins with my friend sampling different whiskeys until they found something my friend really liked! Everyone was very personable. By the middle of the night it felt like we'd all been old friends. The jingle from the Cheers sitcom really comes to mind, "you wanna be where everybody knows your name " Parking ------- Yeah this is where it gets tricky as there's not a lot of street parking around the establishment, but if you're coming here for the adult beverages, then that's what Uber, Public Transportation and Taxis are for! Bang-for-the-Buck ------------------- For the service and experience you get, it's well worth the price! Don't drink? Get the fish n chips! Conclusion ----------- Off the beaten path, cosy and a place where "everyone [can] know your name", check the Publisher out! Tell them Philip (from Chicago) sent you there. Oh and if Stephan offers you the green Chartreuse... well... lemme just say... watch out! LOL (but it's all good)! -- PS: Stephan thanks for everything! We made it home to Chicago/Houston!

Had a delicious meal. The menu offers something for everyone. Definitely got the vibe that it was a…read morelocals place and tourists stood out, but our server was very nice.

Delicious food and definitely worth stopping by to experience the ambiance and food. I always like…read moreto go with the special of the day and was very lucky to have such a special dish, with an eggplant appetizer. definitely recommend 100%

Outstanding little gastro restaurant. Chef from Chile very inventive with vegetables, creating…read moreflavorful dishes no matter what you order, and service is wonderful. All the staff from Latin America. Don't miss the chantilly with strawberries, anise flavored whipped cream (chantilly) and shiso leaves. A gem on Rue Godot de Mauroy, making a nice lunch break from your shopping at the Grands Magasins of Printemps and Galeries Lafayette.

An afternoon stop before having a late dinner. Great space and welcoming staff. Lots of beer on tap…read moreand happy hour that starts at 3pm Mon - Fri. Good for groups and good eats!

This is a great place to stop for lunch and drinks in the heart of Paris! Nathan was an incredible…read moreserver, who was very friendly and informative. We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful day. We will definitely visit again!

Fun! Great service and atmosphere. I had a blast even alone. Bartenders are top notch. I hope to go…read moreback soon.

Such a nice location with plenty of other restaurants around. Everyone is sitting outside talking,…read moreeating, laughing and drinking. We were able to get an outside table here, which was very nice. I ordered a chicken burger and a Fanta. The burger was pretty good. There was nothing that really stood out to me, but I enjoyed it. The service was mostly good, but I had to ask our waiter for water 4-5 times before he actually brought it out. It wasn't till after we finished our meal and were just chatting that he brought it out. Other than that everything was pretty good. The vibes were wonderful there.

Welcome to the best meal youll eat in Paris! We were so tired of the same menu at every dang…read morerestaurant, so we tried to go as far outside the box as we could. Sharmaji was perfect. The food was incredible. So flavorful and perfect for sharing. The drinks were also amazing. We were going to get a simple old fashioned, but they talked us into their spiced, smoked version and it was fantastic. The staff were friendly, spoke English, and were super helpful in guiding our choices. We had a larger group, so we sat inside, and the interior was a very dark, velvety vibe. Downstairs had a wine cellar look to it. I honestly cant even remember everything we tried... just the feeling of happiness after eating it. We definitely had the lamb ghee roast. And maybe a chicken dish. Another plus is that they had plugs at our table so we could recharge our devices after using them to navigate all day. If youre looking for a wonderful meal with variety, definitely give Sharma'ji a try!

My take: Would return · Worth seeking out if you want to try Indian food in Paris…read more I like trying Indian restaurants wherever I travel. As an Indian who cooks Indian food, I'm interested in both the cooking and the creativity, along with the cocktails, décor, and service. Sharma Ji came highly recommended and gave us a dinner worth returning for. We had a reservation and sat outside. The light mango yellow, white trim, and burgundy accents made an inviting first impression. Our servers were welcoming; we learned they were from Nepal and studying in Paris. We started with a lychee-based gin cocktail and a bourbon-mango smash. I don't remember the menu names, but both were well made and enjoyable. The masala calamari came with a warning about the spice, and the warning was justified. We enjoyed the flavors despite the heat. Our main was shallow-fried white fish in a coconut-based sauce, with fenugreek potatoes and ghee-layered lachha paratha. These were dishes I don't generally find in most Indian restaurants, and everything was well prepared. We cleaned our plates. We passed on dessert--the familiar Indian standards didn't pique my interest. Service was sincere and friendly throughout, and the prices felt reasonable for a full-service dinner. When I'm back in Paris, I'll be visiting again.

This was just around the corner from our hotel...you will not be disappointed...we came in early…read moreabout 6pm... the place was empty!!!

Thoroughly enjoyed my visit to this literary landmark - we didn't have a reservation ( I suggest…read moremaking one) however we showed up just as they opened for dinner at 6:30p and managed to get a table. We thoroughly enjoyed every bite and truly immersed ourselves in the vibe of this lovely Montparnasse gem! Try the Burrata starter - incredible! The Tiramisu was quite delectable as well. The pesto ravioli had the perfect amount of basil and wasn't an overwhelming portion which I appreciated. The only reason it didn't get a full 5 stars is because it seemed the tables after us received better service in that we were the only table in the restaurant that did not receive a small plate of bruschetta upon seating however my guest pointed out to me that every table around us did. I didn't mind so much but she felt put off by it. I'm sure it was just a simple oversight and not personal!

This place had okay food, a great atmosphere, and great service. I ordered the nachos and they were…read morejust okay. I would come back if I return to Paris!

Hey this is what it is - great bar bar. Not for snobs…read more Fast, clean professional Great location.

The soufflé was fantastic. We each had a savory soufflé and ended with a shared dessert soufflé…read more Frankly just skip all and go straight to dessert soufflé, get each one and end sharing one, haha. Service was friendly and professional. Lovely old Parisian space.

What do you do when you have a little time in between meeting while in Paris? Dessert!!! (can't…read more start drinking just yet). Found this place on Yelp. Walked in and asked for a table for one. I was seated immediately. Small, quaint interior with a front and rear dining rooms. A lot of options for the type of soufflé. I chose the grand marnier which was so light and fluffy it almost feels like you're eating flavored air. They pour the grand marnier on top and leave the bottle at your table. Tempt me why don't you! Would like to return and try their mushroom soufflé next time.