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Firmin le Barbier

4.3 (57 reviews)
PriceyFrench
Open • 12:00 pm - 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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Moderate noise
Classy
Outdoor seating

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The sparkle at 10!

If I could give 10 stars I would! This sweet small restaurant is charming, perfectly located and the best meal we had while in Paris! Gigi the owner was kind and attentive, and we thoroughly enjoyed talking with her too. I had the truffle pasta and my husband had the flank steak, both cooked to perfection. The truffle sauce was just the right amount of richness. Chocolate mousse was light and delicious! We loved it!

Pork and mashed potatoes
Casey T.

Not only was the food fantastic so was the service. This is a husband and wife team who own and operate this business. The set meal had great options to choose from and the wine selection was incredible! Also, the portions are generous, so come with an appetite. I can not tell you how grateful I was for such warm hospitality in a new country and city. I highly recommend you check this place out

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Belinda T.

We were looking for a place to eat around the Eiffel Tower and found this charming little restaurant on Yelp. Since we both love steak, their ribeye for two seemed too good to pass up. And five minutes from the Tower?!? Wowee. The hostess was nice and seated us immediately. She explained the menu to us and unfortunately, the ribeye was a set course with salad and potatoes. We kind of wanted to order a few things to try on the menu, but figured it would be too much on top of the steak. The bottle of Beaujolais we had was great and very easy to drink. Apparently it totally turned my boyfriend on to Beaujolais and now he constantly looks for some in stores back home. Since they cook the steak from scratch and the smallest they could do was 2kg, she informed us it would take 30-40 minutes to finish. That's fine, we weren't in a rush. While we waited, the hostess gave us a weird trail-mixy snack that, truthfully, tasted like dried leaves. We didn't touch any more of that after the first bite. We tried the foie with pickled artichokes and rhubarb/caramel. The foie was pretty cold and really difficult to spread on the bread they gave us. Once we managed it, it was super rich and delicious. Even though the slice of foie was pretty thin, it was more than enough to satisfy both of us given how unctuous the fatty liver is. Our steak was cooked perfectly medium rare, and it went really well with the bearnaise. The potatoes were creamy and filling. NOT a fan of the salad because it was pure arugula, and not your average wimpy American arugula... this arugula packed a real punch. I had to eat it together with the meat in order to finish it. The passion fruit creme brûlée was a little tart and very fruity. Definitely lots of passion fruit syrup in there. After dinner we walked over to the Eiffel Tower and watched it light up at 11pm. Overall a beautiful evening with good food and even better company.

Prime rib for two
Anne H.

We loved our food and experience at Firmin le Barbier. Truly some of the best food, among four diners, that we had while in Paris. It was simple and rustic, yet elegant in taste and presentation. I wish I could remember everything we had, but the pork chop and prime rib stand out. The best, most succulent chop I have tasted in years. It was cooked to perfection and served with a magenta sauce, possibly beet and horseradish or mustard? It came with a side of onions gratin that left one at our table spectacularly speechless. The prime rib, two person minimum, was cooked perfectly and served with roasted, creamy fingerling potatoes. Just serve a bowl of those please. Dessert included rum baba (holy cow that rum was strong!) with a passion fruit mousse and a chocolate tart that defied explanation. The tart shell was paper thin and crisp, while the filling was rich, dark chocolate that was silky smooth and light but not airy. Served with a passion fruit ice cream, it was blissful. We fought over it, not pretty or sophisticated. Our perfectly paced dinner ended at around 10, at which point we walked out to see the Eiffel Tower glittering. It was a great evening, superb food, and a great host, M. Firmin. We highly recommend. And lest you doubt this, we overheard another diner exclaim over the pork chop. Must have if it's on the menu!

View from right outside the front door
Regina K.

We got so lucky with this restaurant!!! Came here on Valentine's Day with a same day reservation. We ordered the steak for two after seeing the other reviews and so glad we did! My husband was able to hand pick the steak he wanted and it was cooked to perfection!!! Not only was the food and wine great, but so was the view. We could see the Eiffel tower right outside the door!!

Wesley C.

My wife found this restaurant based on Yelp reviews, which was a short distance from the Eiffel Tower. I called to make a reservation for two and was lucky enough to get a table 25 minutes before it opened for dinner on A Saturday. Once we made our way in we were greeted by a very nice host / waitress. The restaurant has about 8 tables. It felt very cozy and was very welcoming. I was told they change their menu often depending on the chef's mood. The appetizer, entrees and dessert were to die for. I was amazed by the level of flavor in all the dishes. You will not be disappointed with this restaurant. I will definitely come back again and recommend this restaurant to others.

Barbara H.

Warm but classy vibe, and most importantly, serves memorable food. The owner is so sweet and you can tell he really loves his restaurant and his guests. I was surprised to see that he remembered me when I went back after a month for a second visit. It was staffed by 3 people both times I went- the owner, a waitress, and the chef. The owner and waitress constantly make sure the meal is to your liking and the owner even stops by each table for a little chat. The food selection is pretty limited but carefully selected. I ordered the scallops, sea bass, and creme brûlée- all of which tasted as amazingly as they were presented. On rainless days, you can sit outside and have one of the best direct views of the Eiffel Tower. The menu is a bit pricier than the two touristy bistros right next to it but for a fancier and more intimate dinner, it's definitely worth it!

Jason H.

Best meal in Paris!! We were looking for a place to eat near the Effiel Tower late around 10 PM. Since we didn't have a reservation anywhere, we realized our chances of a meal with view were extremely slim. Enter Firmin Le Barbier. Tired and feeling dejected we popped our head in the door to see if we could get seating for two. To our surprise, the hostess welcomed us with open arms! Our night took a dramatic turn from then on. We were able to speak directly with the chef who let us pick a cut of steak. Our hostess even went out of her way to bring us the steak to double check if it was too rare. The view from outside was fantastic and our service was top notch. I highly highly recommend making the effort to visit this fine establishment.

View from my seat on curb
Chris D.

OMG!!! This is what people dream of when they think of gourmet French... was amazing in every way. The escargot, the duck assembly dish (wow), the passion fruit creme brûlée and the wine!!! Don't go anywhere else. Gigi is the phenomenal host that makes your "experience" unforgettable. Forget the view, come for the chefs creations! Btw, though, view is extraordinary. Chris from US

Chocolate tart
V K.

This restaurant was wonderful from start to finish. First, I must thank my fellow Yelpers for guiding us here. We did the Eiffel Tower at sunset, and wanted to have dinner nearby. We made a 930pm rez, and there was an available table outside. If the weather permits, and the outside table is available, take it. Watching the Eiffel while having an amazing dinner was a true joy. Now for the food...The menu is local and seasonal. You can do a 3 course prix fixe, a 6 course prix fixe or a la carte. My husband and I decided to each get different items so we could share everything. We had the escargots in a combusted bread soup, seared foie gras with confitted figs, the pork neck with coriander pesto and corn ragout, and veal chop with celeriac purée and chanterelle. Everything was beautifully presented, perfectly seasoned and cooked, and the taste tre magnifique! Th veal chop and foie were up-charges, but worth every penny. For dessert, we chose the cheese plate (also a small up-charge) and the chocolate tart with black currant sorbet. Some reviewers complained of the pace, but for us, everything was perfectly paced, and our entire dinner was under 2 hours. We didn't feel we waited too long or in between courses. This restaurant is run by 3 people total. The owners are husband and wife, he is the chef, she is everything else, including taxi wrangler! Kudos to them for a brilliant meal. We will be back, and also plan to share this gem with any of our friends and family visiting Paris.

Duck and fresh fish entree, both delicious.
Melissa K.

We had the pleasure of dining here a couple of nights ago. It was truly a treat. Gigi and her husband Alex are owner and chef. They take great pride in creating a menu that is very fresh and they make everything in house. The menu changes frequently based on what is available in the local markets and while the menu is small the selection is diverse. The 3 of us each ordered something different and we were all very happy with our choices. Gigi the proprietor is so charming and welcoming. Sit outside if you can, you can't beat the view.

Sorbet ice cream... such an amazing dish. I literally teared up by the time I got to dessert. AMAZING Gigi the hostess is absolutely phenomenal. She made my sister and I feel so welcomed.

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This was our best meal in Paris, warm and good service and outstanding food. The lamb tongue starter was amazing.

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