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Chez Barbara

4.3 (158 reviews)
ModerateFrench
Closed • 9:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Vivian T.

Food was decent - nothing mind blowing but we enjoyed the meal and the service was pretty good. I got the beef tartare which they warned was raw so I imagine other folks have gotten it without knowing what it was. My partner got a madame croque with fries and some beer. He liked what he got. I also enjoy that in Paris that restaurants like this one put a lemon into your coke. Just gives it a nice twist. There weren't too many people here but a few sat down after we had started our meal. Nice quiet spot!

J. Lawrence N.

Here's the thing about Chez Barbara, unless you're a local or get there at a time when there is less than two tables, you may or may not be welcomed or served. Barbara is very overwhelmed, understaffed and exhausted. We were sent away twice. Once, we was because she couldn't serve all the tables and cook the food that were there already. Second was because she had other people potentially coming and we weren't going to be eating enough because she had to cook the food and serve and there were more than two tables. I, being stubborn, was determined to eat there because the menu seemed yummy, the reviews seemed good and it was two blocks from the hotel. The onion soup was bland. VERY. The escargot over cooked and bland. How you do either is a mystery. The Tartare was strange and okay. The melon and speck was not bad. The service was okay. I mean, she did have another table. But the universe was clearly trying to save us from wasting our money here and we didn't listen. Not the worst. But not the best.

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Stephanie S.

I enjoyed this! It was our first stop in Paris. We shared the escargot and beef carpaccio, both were tasty! The burrata was so delicious and creamy. I liked the French onion soup as well. Overall, a great stop even though we were in between lunch and dinner.

Per the chef Barbara, this is medium well steak. Not only did it take 40 minutes for the food to be made (with most of the restaurant empty), it was extremely dry, rough, and I was unable to chew or swallow this meat. After telling her I was unhappy with my meal, she said it's my problem. Save your time and money and dine somewhere else.

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Valerie P.

We absolutely loved this restaurant! We traveled to Paris with our yorkie and were welcomed with open arms! Barbara who is Hungarian we enjoyed wonderful food and conversation with! Food was amazing perfect sized portions. Her restaurant is perfectly sized small groups of people perfect Parisian restaurant off the beaten path of the Champs! Bravo Barbara we love you!

Tartare
Carla E.

Enjoyed this little French bistro. It's exactly what you would picture stumbling across walking through the streets of Paris. There were indoor and outdoor seating options. It seemed as if the outdoor area was setup during covid times on the sidewalk, but they definitely sectioned it off and made it cute. The only downside with eating outside is people may be smoking nearby. Service was great. I was helped by Margeaux, she was super helpful, spoke English, paired wine with my dishes (by request), helped translate the menu and make choices. Escargot/Snails- 5/5- Delicious! Surprisingly, maybe my favorite dish. I originally ordered it more as a novelty, you have to try the escargot when in France, but I actually really enjoyed it. The green sauce was flavorful, snails were tender, getting to them was a little tricky, but fun. Cool photo op. Tartare was 4/5- Tartare was good, nothing out of this world, but a solid dish. Peppers gave it flavor. Wish it would have been fresher. French fries 5/5- french fries in France, are they just fries? Who knows, but they were delicious. Carpaccio 3/5- not as fresh/high quality as I would have liked it. Bread 5/5- All of the bread in France is just so good. They have it down. Salad 3/5 very plain, dressing was good but not great. Kind of soggy.

Scargots and beef carpaccio
Yaima P.

This is a hidden gem in the center of Paris. We had dinner there on a Saturday night and had the pleasure of being attended by the owner and chef Barbara herself. She took the time to explain every dish to us in excellent English.Everything that we ate was delicious and made on the spot( if in a hurry maybe this isn't the place for you): we had the scargots (2 orders)& the beef carpaccio as starter, then as main dish we had the beef bourguignon and duck confit( the best duck i' ve ever taste in my life, super crunchy on the outside and juicy inside) and as a dessert we order the crème brûlée . We accompanied the meal with a bottle of bordeax wine. We were surprised to see that the bill was only 88 euros after such a gourmet meal. We would recommend it to anyone looking to try traditional excellent french food at a great price with the best of the service. Thanks Chez Barbara!!!

Awesome service, food and drinks...
Stacey W.

Awesome service and drinks!!! The atmosphere is great! Local favorite spot and a local favorite.

Crème brûlée

Quaint French cafe tucked away off of world famous Champ Elysee... came due to Yelp ratings & was not disappointed. Had the beef tartare , beef borginois ( my poorest American spelling) and of course the crème brûlée . All were amazing & the crème brûlée leaves you absolutely speechless. If you do have the opportunity to dine here say Hi to Barbara the actual proprietor.

Bill S.

I was looking for a quick and unpretentious place to grab dinner after a long day and found this little place with a great location and super friendly staff. The escargot was pretty good and the beef bourguignon was outstanding.

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Lisa C.

Chez Barbara is awesome. Great French food. Off of the Champs Elysees tucked in a cozy side street. Barbara is fantastic. Fantastic setting. Great friends and Barbara's dog made it a hit

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We popped in one evening as it was fairly close to our hotel. Food was spectacular. the prices were excellent (wine was $5/glass)

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The vegetarian pasta is UNFATHOMABLY delicious. Our server was kind and had a great sense of humor. 10/10!

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Fantastic food and service. I had onion soup and croque madame.....both outstanding Will definitely come back

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Incredibly kind and generous, the staff went above and beyond to take care of the guests.

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Small place with a not many options to choose from, ut the food was good and the beer was great. Not too expensive.

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Best duck that I've ever eaten. Friendly staff. Cool atmosphere. These people really care about cuisine and they were very hospitable.

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Le P'tit Canon - Duck Legs

Le P'tit Canon

4.3(37 reviews)
1.3 km•Malesherbes/Villiers, 17ème
•€€€

It was our kast night in Paris and we were determined to find a good Parisian meal despite the late…read morehour. We found Le P'tit and when we inquired if they would serve us they said yes if we ordered immediately. It was a few minutes after ten. We ordered at the bar then were seated at our tables. The waitstaff were incredibly nice. They brought whatever we needed including ketchup which, despite being American, we didn't want or need. :) The food was delicious. I had an almost perfect poached egg -just a little too cooked. They had a fair amount of vegetarian options for the person in our party to get a decent meal: eggs, salad and beignets de mozzarella, which I hate to burst your bubble in advance, is a very French and more appealing way to say Mozzarella sticks. They were still good for the record. Perhaps everyone should call them that and aim for that level of taste. Fried just right and a fair amount of cheese. I ordered the duck legs-no complaints there. It was tender and the side of potatoes weren't the top of my list for the evening but there was more than enough of them to share with others. The chocolate fondant was voted best dessert by the table. It won no contest. I'm glad we stopped in for an authentic food experience.

Got ignored for not speaking French right off the bat and given major attitude when not ordering…read morewine with a cheese plate... This place was okay, located in the Paris area yet somehow not very accommodating to tourists? So weird. Anyways, my friend and I came in here after a day of traveling and were starving. We wanted something light and decided to try the cheese that everyone talks about, and it was pretty decent. The prices were a bit wild (like everything else in Paris), but I guess that's what we get for stopping into the first place we saw on the street. The menu is pretty eclectic, so don't expect to stop in here with children and be able to get a grilled cheese and fries, it's more of that stuff that people in America eat when they come into some wealth and acquire a new money accent (you know the type).

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Le P'tit Canon - Pork pate with pickles

Pork pate with pickles

Le P'tit Canon - Mozarella sticks

Mozarella sticks

Le P'tit Canon - Chocolate Fondant with vanilla ice cream -the best dessert!!

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Chocolate Fondant with vanilla ice cream -the best dessert!!

L'atelier des Batignolles - Delicious steak frite: juicy, perfectly cooked steak and gorgeous fries... salad beautifully dressed. Excellent, reasonably priced wine. Go!

L'atelier des Batignolles

5.0(4 reviews)
1.7 km•Batignolles, 17ème
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A gem! We ended up here after the other restaurant our Airbnb host had recommended was fully booked…read moreand advised us to go here instead. We booked over the phone while on the Bateaux Mouches river tour as we were tired and hungry after a day of sightseeing and we wanted a neighborhood bistro for great unpretentious food where we could stagger back to our beds around the corner after. It was late when we arrived but the bistro was still bustling, our server was super friendly and the food came super fast, which was great as we were ravenous by then! We ordered what was probably one of the cheapest bottles of red wine on the menu but it was so much better than anything we pay twice the price for at home... because hey we're in France, right? Excellent food, friendly people, great service - couldn't ask for more, go there! Side note: walking past next day on way to the metro we were in need of a bathroom and the barman was so nice to let me use theirs even tho I'd just walked in off the street: I made sure after to thank him for the amazing dinner night before so he knew I'd been a customer and most important, the loos were nice and clean (again not the standard in much of Paris!) which was great as you know what they say about clean toilets = a clean kitchen!

Great little Parisian bistro off the beaten path but still just around the corner of Montmartre…read more Ordered the plat du jour, and the dory as well as a salmon salad to start off. My boyfriend is a fish fanatic and loved every bit of the dory. My tajine was amazing as well! Best salmon salad I've ever tasted, the mango actually works super well with it too which surprised us! Great friendly atmosphere, we event chatted with tables next to us and our waitress always came to check on us to make sure we were well looked after!! Would highly recommend!

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L'atelier des Batignolles - The outdoor patio.

The outdoor patio.

L'atelier des Batignolles - Looking out the front door.

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Looking out the front door.

Le Bistrot des Vignes - Le Bistrot des Vignes

Le Bistrot des Vignes

3.8(61 reviews)
1.4 km•Malesherbes/Villiers, 17ème
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My friends and I came here for dinner after visiting a pal who lived in the area. All the narrow…read morecobblestone-lined streets were full of restaurants and shops. It was hard to choose a place, but we went with this spacious, open-aired restaurant, basking in the glow of the setting sun. I opted for their Steak Frites, which was already butterflied on the plate. It was tender, but rather light on flavor, which I've noticed to be the standard French fare. A huge dose of fresh cracked pepper was in order, and on the creamy shallot sauce as well. The thick wedge fries were quite good, but I never turn away a fried potato. My friend's brioche toast and my creme brûlée were nice, sweet endings to the meal. Overall it was a good dinner, with very attentive service by the 2 waiters, as we were one of the few patrons on a weeknight.

It was nice this restaurant was open because many restaurants were closed Sunday evening. They had…read morea prix fixe menu that included an appetizer, entree, and dessert. I think it was 30 euro per person. The menu was written on a chalk board so I believe it changes daily. Our waiter kindly translated it into English for us. My husband and I ordered a salad with smoked duck, veal with potatoes, and creme brûlée. I thought everything was good. My only complaint was my creme brûlée was burned, which gave it an acrid taste.

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Le Bistrot des Vignes - Le Bistrot des Vignes

Le Bistrot des Vignes

Le Bistrot des Vignes - Le Bistrot des Vignes

Le Bistrot des Vignes

Le Bistrot des Vignes - Le Bistrot des Vignes

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Le Bistrot des Vignes

Baroche - Escargot

Baroche

4.2(242 reviews)
0.4 km•8ème, Avenue Montaigne/Faubourg St-Honoré
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My family and I had dinner here the other night and had the best time. Our waiter was incredible…read morewith my kiddos. He even got my daughter to eat a few more bites of her pasta before coming with the dessert menu. There was no kids menu but he was very accommodating with a few easy options that they would love (9 & 6 yrs old). Interior of the restaurant is beautiful and elegant. Food was excellent. My husband and I had the steak, cooked perfectly to medium, and the best roasted and crispy potatoes. We had a glass of red wine, I don't remember the name but it was our waiter's recommendation and it was spot on.

Cute Spot, Good Enough Food... But That Service…read more We ended up at Baroche after making a last-minute pivot. We were originally headed to an entirely gluten-free restaurant, but after doing a little more research and seeing some not-so-great reviews, we decided to find something nearby instead. Baroche wasn't exactly the pasta moment I had envisioned for myself in Paris , but we made it work! We both ordered the fish and chips, swapping the fries for salads. The fish was good, and overall we enjoyed our meal. The restaurant itself is really cute, with plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating. It has that classic Parisian café feel and is in a great area for grabbing a bite and continuing your day or evening. Now...the service. Absolutely awful. Our server unfortunately fit the stereotypical Paris persona people warn you about -- rude, brusque, and generally unhelpful. He did recommend wines for us , but even then, his tone came across as condescending rather than helpful. There was very little warmth or hospitality throughout our meal, which definitely put a damper on the experience. Price-wise, Baroche seemed comparable to the other Parisian cafés and restaurants we visited in the area, so no surprises there. Overall: cute atmosphere, decent food, terrible service. Would I rush back? Probably not -- especially with SO many other cafés to choose from in Paris.

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Baroche - Inside

Inside

Baroche - Black Angus Burger

Black Angus Burger

Baroche

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Le Sens Unique - Ribeye and potatoes

Le Sens Unique

4.5(103 reviews)
0.3 km•8ème, Avenue Montaigne/Faubourg St-Honoré
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Pros: Extremely family friendly…read moreQuality service Fresh and amazing food Cons: Language/culture barrier but overall good enough Walked-in instead since I saw multiple reservations online. But, the restaurant filled up quickly after we arrived.. I recommend making a reservations if you can. Food was on point. Every was really fresh and potent in flavor. Foie gras was good. The escargo was perfect, no sand or acidity. The muscle was same, fresh filled with buttery sauce. They offered extra bread to soak up the liquid of heaven. My extra picky eater toddlers approved of their "chicken" which in reality is the duck confit. It came with a crispy layer on the outside and moist, tender, falling off the bone inside. Kid approved! Its a win, so mom and dad dont have to nag the kids to eat. There was a few awkward moments when they didnt understand us. The steak tartar never came out. But we were too full anyways. We filled up on the amazing bread. We asked for a cappuccino and he assumed were done with dinner. A few culture clashes but I dont mind. The staff were kind, very attentive, and had a lot of empathy when my 2 year accidentally poured water. They didnt even flinch and offered to help immediately. We really enjoyed our time here and the experience overall was priceless.

We stopped at the restaurant for dinner. Great ambiance, you definitely know you are visiting an…read moreold restaurant in Europe. We skipped wines (expensive). We all got French onion soup to begin with - it was good, a bit overloaded on cheese though to my liking. But the liquid itself was tasty. I had duck confit as my main course, and it was delicious. My colleague got steak tartar as his main course. The steak tartar came pre-mixed, and one of the ingredients was ... wait for it... ketchup. Yep, ketchup. I had a taste and it was really, really, really bad. I don't know whose wild idea was that, but this completely ruined the dish. Honestly, if this would be my order, this would be a 3 or maybe even two star review. Good service. No recommendation here. It is Paris. There are other choices.

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Le Sens Unique - Interior

Interior

Le Sens Unique - Poelee Gambas

Poelee Gambas

Le Sens Unique - Vanilla crème brûlée

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Vanilla crème brûlée

Le Coin du Rocher - Bistrot à vins Le Coin, Paris métro Villiers

Le Coin du Rocher

4.3(33 reviews)
1.2 km•Malesherbes/Villiers, 8ème
•€€

Way more locals than tourists; lunchtime was abuzz with French banter. A nice walk through the…read moreneighborhood to get to this corner bistro, if you need a bite to eat after visiting the Musée Jacquemart-André. This was exactly the type of local scene I was hoping for. Assiette de Pomme de Terre, St Nectaire Fondu: It reminded me of raclette, but without all the work of melting the cheese yourself. Tender slices of potato generously covered in a cheese with a lot of personality. I could easily make a meal of just this, but then I'd miss all the other great dishes. Confit de Canard: The skin was perfectly crispy. The meat underneath was so tender and so rich. The potato chunks on the side were also nice and crispy, with a little softness inside. I've ate a lot of duck confit in my day and this ranks towards the high end. Tartare de Boeuf: A classic. All the right ingredients mixed perfectly. The beef itself was fresh and tender. The fries on the side helped at a hearty crunch to the dish. I was quite satisfied! Créme Brûlée á la Vanille: Indulgently creamy underneath and crackling crispy sugar on top. Just what I was hoping for.

Didn't get to eat here as the restaurant was fully booked all evening. The reason for the 4 stars…read morehere is because after he told us they were booked and we left, he went out of his way to come outside after us and apologize for the fact he couldn't seat us. It was genuine, and any place that takes service that seriously is worth a second shot.

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Le Coin du Rocher
Le Coin du Rocher - Pâte

Pâte

Le Coin du Rocher - Duck confit. It was fried, skin was very crispy.

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Duck confit. It was fried, skin was very crispy.

Chez Barbara - french - Updated November 2026

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