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    Cinq-Mars

    4.3 (103 reviews)
    PriceyFrench
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

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    Classy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Omelette
    Troy L.

    We found Cinq-Mars for lunch one day and even though the restaurant was very busy we were lucky enough to grab a table without a reservation. We ordered an omelette for my wife and I ordered the sausage with mashed potatoes. My sausage was very good and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The mashed potatoes were good as well and had a gravy with it that was very flavorful. My wife ordered her omelette and asked for it to not be runny. Unfortunately when it came out it was still very runny when she cut into it. The wait staff did a good job at the restaurant and were very helpful. Overall a good experience but disappointed in the omelette.

    Janelle D.

    I LOURVE everything about Paris, the shopping, architecture and of course, the food! Eating where the locals go is always a safe bet and that's where Cinq-Mars comes to play. Prior to visiting Paris for the 2nd time, I discovered the authentic Parisian restaurant wedged between residential homes and boutiques. Unlike most busy restaurants, Cinq-Mars is served by two individuals doing the most with their multitasking abilities. Most importantly the food was superb without the huge price tag. Will be back for 3rds!

    Mont Blanc dessert - velvety chestnut purée with soft whipped cream and candied walnuts. Yum!
    H L.

    I can understand why Cinq-Mars, located a short walk from Musée d'Orsay, is so popular with locals and tourists alike. Their food is exceptional and at lunch, their prix fixe menu offers excellent value. We dropped in for lunch recently and chose the incredibly tasty pan fried sea bream as our main course. The fish having been seasoned with salt and pepper and then pan fried, manifested a deliciously crispy skin and savoury tender flesh underneath. Deft touches such as fresh tomatoes and courgettes, chives, olive oil and lime juice added refreshing layers of flavours. The accompanying basmati rice, having been perfumed by all these fresh wholesome flavours, was delightfully moreish. Our dessert, Ile Flottante was simply out of this world. Imagine the softest foam-like meringue floating on an equally delectable vanilla custard cream, topped with toasted candied almonds and a caramel drizzle. One of our party sampled a phenomenal Mont Blanc dessert instead of the Ile Flottante which ran out. Amazing how 3 main ingredients - velvety chestnut purée, the softest whipped cream and candied walnut toppings could conjure up such a dreamy dessert. This Parisian restaurant serves amazingly good food. If you do go, just make sure to book ahead on their website.

    Delicious sausage and mashed potatoes. I could eat this every day.

    Fantastic, rustic French cuisine. Good, no-nonsense and friendly service. Excellent location. Highly recommend.

    Mesclun salad

    Recommended by our hotel nearby, this was a perfect antidote to a day of walking Parisian, museums and shops. A simple salad, and a tremendous steak au poive with potatoes were the comfort foods that I was looking for. Good wines by the glass. Typical French bistro, more Parisians than tourists. Good and attentive service. All you can ask for!

    Andrea T.

    Cozy, affordable, not a tourist trap. The food is simple, yet well prepared. It's a nice break from the brasseries. The service was great, not your typical French service. Be sure to save room for dessert. The chocolate mousse is wonderful! Bear in mind, this place is only open for dinner and it doesn't open until 8 pm. And best to make reservations, especially if you're going on a Friday or Saturday. The place is small and tends to fill up rather quickly, or you can try going right at 8. The French like to eat late. : )

    In case you have trouble finding it!
    Tracy S.

    Come here for: lovely lunch post musee d'orsay Food: good home done French food- top highlights were the calamari, the lentil soup, and the cheese plate. We also certified our love of beaujolais wine. The mustard and pickles brought to the table are a HIGHLIGHT! Make sure you try both mustards!!! Service: solid, no complaints Decor: lovely warm indoor spot to take a rest and get some great food, several locals eating here too so our tourist side felt satis

    Kathy M.

    Lunch today at Cinq Mars, a hip restaurant filled with locals , not many tourists. My husband had the deviled eggs which were out of this world followed by the fish stew served over mashed potatoes. A very unique dish he thoroughly devoured. I enjoyed the tomato and mozzarella salad as a starter. The tomatoes were so fresh and delicious. My entree was the Sea Bass with broccoli purée. This dish was light, different and delicious. This is a must for lunch.

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    They gave us great table, loved the moules and pork chop. Service a little slow so couldn't get dessert. Bathroom clean and private

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    Wonderful food prepared with care! They were booked solid when I walked in and yet they made room for me.

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    Excellent food, quality service and a delightful staff. Speaks great English and will help you pair a wine with any meal!

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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!

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    Wow! We had such a lovely dinner at La Cordonnerie. We're so glad we found this restaurant through…read morereviews. The atmosphere is intimate and comfortable. We loved watching Chef Hugo cooking. Plus, what he prepared was delicious! We started with the ravioli appetizer we see so often recommended. Excellent! Dinners were a beef dish and a chicken dish. Both were amazing! In addition, dessert featuring a pear mouse was wonderful! Prices are for the good and wines were very fair. As you can guess, we highly recommend La Cordonnerie!

    I love small cozy restaurants in Paris. This one is truly a gem. We had a reservation at 19:00…read moreand we were the second party to arrive. There are two tables essentially in the kitchen (a true "Chef's Table" arrangement) and maybe 6 tables in the adjoining room. We were welcomed warmly. Deborah was the hostess and server. Chef Hugo is visible in the kitchen, working very hard to make everything just perfect. They brought bread immediately (my husband loved the sliced baguette--it was perfect and chewy as it should be, but not hard). We ordered a bottle of wine, a Macon Villages, which was perfect. I had the cucumber salad appetizer, which was so fresh. My husband ordered the ravioli appetizer--tiny little rectangles in a scrumptious sauce--a work of art. I ordered the fish and shrimp plate. The sauce was amazing and it was a huge portion of tender white fish. My husband had the lamb with frites. It was nicely seasoned & perfectly done. For dessert, my husband enjoyed a chocolate treat and I had refreshing raspberry sorbet. Deborah was so friendly and solicitous throughout the meal. I have never felt so well taken care of. (I have seen some comments from people who are unhappy that they can't just walk in. They don't appear to understand that there is only one seating. People arrive when they do and they linger. Empty tables seen from the street do not mean the place is not fully booked. Make a reservation well ahead of time. It is worth it!)

    Cinq-Mars - french - Updated May 2026

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