The manners need to be foxed. We wanted a pizza and because there was 2 of us and we wanted one pizza they asked us to leave. The owner was very persistent with us leaving because if 2 people come in 2 people eat or go next door. We even agreed to order a second dish but had to leave. Not helping the reputation/stigma of French people hating Americans!! read more

Food/service/ambiance were all great! We went on a Friday night and were seated right away by a lovely gentleman. The main floor was small and almost packed, but we were ushered downstairs, which had 2 sections of dining areas. It was cozy and warm. We ordered the meatball pasta, carbonara and lasagna. The food were so good we forgot to take pix before devouring them. We did take one during the meal. Highly recommended! read more

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This is a little gem close to Montmartre. Delicious Italian. But if I could start all over again, I would have ordered the Carbonara. The lady next to mw did and while my Pasta Gorgonzola was delicious, hers seemed to be even better. Paolo himself serves the tables and we had a Burrata to start. It was delish. But the Carbonara next to me seemed fantastic read more

Chez Paolo was amazing! Tiny restaurant but Food was awesome! But the service was what impressed me the most. After a long day of sight seeing, We walked in with no reservation and initially they turned us down. But Paolo (?) called us back and made a way because he said we had kids with us so he didn't want the kids to be hungry! That to me was the best service ever helping me out with my grumpy hungry kids. read more

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The food is absolutely amazing and the atmosphere is the best! The service is top notch and I can't wait to visit again on my next trip to Paris in October. Paolo is the absolute greatest. read more

Last night of our trip to France, we luckily stumbled upon this not-so hidden gem! The owner, Paolo is the absolute best. We sat upstairs, which was cozy and filled with ambiance-lighting. He ensured my family and I had a special night, complete with delicious wine and food! He also provided Limoncello for the table at no cost. I highly recommend stopping in here for a fun experience and amazing food. Visit Chez Paolo, you won't regret it!!! read more

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Stopped in here our last night in Paris, and it was fantastic! We were greeted with shots of limoncello as soon as we walked in. Great menu and food. The service was amazing, Paolo was so friendly and gave us great recommendations. read more

Chez Paolo was everything and more! First, the restaurant was just opening for the evening and made sure to quickly accommodate us. Paolo himself greeted us, served us a Grappa shot upon hello. Made some suggestions for dinner and chatted with us just enough on our beautiful Paris evening. I was nervous about timing as we were going to a show. No need there, the food was super quick and we had so much time to spare. We ate outside under the Paris sky which was beautiful. My choice was pretty simple but the best pasta I've had - penne with tomatoes and garlic. My other half's meal was the Fagotini jambon de parme as suggested by Paolo. It was sooooo good! Thank you Paolo for a delicious meal and some fun laughs! read more

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Food was amazing! Pizzas, meatballs and risotto were delicious! Paolo was very welcoming and made our dining experience very entertaining for our family! read more

Can't say enough great things about our dinner at Chez Paolo. After a long day of sightseeing, the food and wine were amazing (Lasagna / Pasta Arrabiata) and the atmosphere was superb. We had a great time talking to Paolo and the other patrons. It felt like we were long time friends. We will definitely be back next time we are in Paris! read more

If I had an Italian grandmother, this is how I imagine her lasagna would taste, which is delicious and comforting. Thank you, Paulo.

Amazing service, Paolo is warm and welcoming, great food, and a very quaint atmosphere. read more

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I loved this spot. You are met with cheer and a free shot of grappa. The food and wine are amazing. We got the Arancini to start and fagotini as our entree. The arancini was great but the fagotini was special. Will absolutely be stopping here again when in the area. read more

Delicious! Dined here on a Monday night & was more crowded then expected. The owner & staff were incredibly hospitable and kind when communicating with us in english. They offer complimentary grappa & limoncello before and after the meal. Menu was simple but nothing disappointed! We ordered a bottle of Prosecco and entrees, including the bolognese lasagna, arrabbiata pasta, salmon bruschetta, and the seafood & tomato pasta. Everything was delicious, but the lasagna was hands down the BEST! Would highly recommend read more

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Some of the best food and service I've ever had. Wait staff is extremely friendly and generous, giving us free drinks. Pasta and meatballs were delicious, meatballs melt in your mouth! Pizza crust was perfect and they do not skimp on the toppings. My son loved the decor and pictures of the dogs. read more

amazing service! super fun vibes!! 12/10 would recommend!!!! the atmosphere was so fun and the food was amazing! read more

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Great food! Beautiful atmosphere and friendly owner :) Get the fagotini it's delicious!

We couldn't get into Pink Mamma so we went around the corner and found Chez Paolo. They have a few small tables at street level but quickly directed me downstairs to two rooms with brick barrel ceilings and room for 12-15 people in each room. Cool setting. With very few Yelp reviews to go on, we took a chance. To be honest, I was disappointed. First, I went to the restroom to wash my hands. The toilet clearly hadn't been wiped down in weeks as it had dirt on top and around the bowl. A clean restroom gives me greater confidence in a clean kitchen. Our party of six ordered a variety of pasta dishes and lasagna. I ordered Pasta with Meatballs. The pasta and sauce were average and served lukewarm with the meatballs still cold in the middle. Everyone else was sanguine about their dishes. Just okay. With a little extra effort, this could be a fun and enjoyable dining experience. Clean up the place, work on food quality, and I'll give a better rating. read more

Amazing Italian food! The service was exceptional. I felt right at home having dinner here tonight. Highly recommend Chez Paolo!

We loved our food and service was great!! 10/10. We got the chicken parm and tomato garlic pasta and they were great. The owner was very welcoming read more

The owner here is one of the best things about this restaurant. Not only was he generous but he was also very funny. He had a way of making you feel comfortable even without knowing the language. Now, the food... possibly the best tomato and mozzarella appetizer I have ever had. The pasta ail (garlic) was rich in flavor and delicious. Prices were more than fair for the portions that are given. Definitely worth a stop. read more

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Absolutely delicious! It's a small Italian restaurant but it has so much to offer. The truffle ravioli was to die for Service was excellent as the owner is the only server with the chef! Food came out very fast. If you are in Paris and want some authentic Italian food, this is the place to go! It was a breath of fresh air after some of the other places we had been to in Paris. read more

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The owner, who we have decided is ~the~ Chez, and the rest of the staff were so friendly and welcoming! Chez was SO nice and made me and my American friends feel right at home in Paris. They were so giggly and the service was great. He gave us some limonchello and grappa with our meal (on the house), so sweet!! This homey Italian restaurant will set the vibe for a cute and fun evening in Paris! The food was average, not the best Italian food I've ever eaten in Paris, but it was yummy and the vibes were great read more

Incredible food and service!! The carbonara was especially delicious. The owner was very generous and welcoming. Would absolutely come again. read more

Love the place. Paolo is amazing and he has two places in Paris. Check out both of them. The best Italian in Paris.

Excellent food, and even better service. Paolo was able to accommodate my party in both French and English. He has such a good spirit and you can tell he loves his job. Loves to walk around chatting with customers. Everyone that walks past him in the neighborhood says hello- you can tell he's very liked in Paris. I ordered the truffle ravioli and it was fantastic. 1000% recommend! read more

Where ever you are in Paris, take a trip to Chez Paolo you won't be disappointed. Located at 21, rue Piere Fontaine in the midst of one café after another, Chez Paolo is a breath of fresh air. We were expecting a simple Italian meal and experienced a meal that would rival any fine establishment in Italy. We started with a cheese plate which is a common practice in Paris. What we received was a plate over flowing with the best olives, prosciutto, cheeses, salamis, dressed lightly. I ordered risotto with prawns. The risotto was creamy, perfectly seasoned with a very generous amount of prawns. My sister ordered raviolo, which was made from fresh pasta and a very creamy filling. The portions were so generous, we were unable to finish our meals. All sauces are made daily just prior to opening and that fact is apparent. Delicioso!! The host was very warm and inviting. He chose a fine to complement our meals and we were not disappointed. We felt as if we were dining at the home a fine Italian Chef, not a restaurant in Paris. The next time we are in Paris, this restaurant is a must!! read more