came here on the recommendation of a french friend. not sure what to expect. arrived here at around 4.30pm and was pretty empty. was politely told their kitchen won't open till 6.30pm. wasn't sure if I could last so long, to be honest. ordered a glass of champagne to start. followed by a mix cheese plate, jamon serrano and some olives. rustic bread basket accompanied them. mainly high bar stools seating, not the best for big groups. especially not when it gets crowded after their kitchen starts churning out tapas. another glass of white and red later, i surprised myself for having stayed so long. almost long enough to order some tapas perhaps? a request to have a look at their kitchen menu was turned down. she will only let me have it at 6.20pm. fine.... when I finally get my hands on it, I immediately ordered at 6.30pm. the carrot beignets and the lamb sweetbreads. not sure what happened after...... tick, tick, tick..... i was pretty sure i was the first to order? everyone else started to get their food. was patient and waited for a bit before enquiring. a surprised male server looked into it. crickets...... further food arrivals for all patrons around me! enquired again and again with three other ladies including the gal who took my order. finally, my beignets arrived. it was ok but way past my bedtime! alas, the sweetbreads came almost an hour after i initially placed my order, which didn't even come close to any good sweetbreads i've had many times prior! just couldn't bring myself to finish it....... sorry but even though they said they would comp one of my wines(was the champagne), i have already made up my mind that all they will get is a middling grade. not sure if i would recommend them to you. but if you are in the area and needed a tipple, sure, else look elsewhere. p.s. further service recovery in the form of another glass of red was poured my way, perhaps a little too late? read more

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Seems like a very popular stop but I was very confused by the menu with mostly asian influenced. Perhaps it should be called fusion tapas not french tapas. Menu items like... (Also photo attached) Shitake Mushroom w/ Soysauce - Japanese Tempura - Japanese Miso Salmon - Japanese Grilled Shrimp w Coconut and Lime - Thai? Chicken Teriyaki - Japanese Pork Belly Siracha.. Duck Tataki w/ Soysauce.. I don't know, do they use use typical asian sauce to stand out in Paris wine bar scene? I ordered the Grilled Lettuce Cesar style (least asian looking lol), basically a Caesar salad but with 4 leaf only. Also tried the Tempura Asparagus and Green Pea (because it's asparagus season) asparagus was skinned, lost its texture somehow. Green Pea fell apart every single bite with the batter. At least the foam form Hollandaise sauce was interesting. Had 3 wine by the glass, was great. Enjoyed white wine the most. But that's really it. read more

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Freddy's is a must visit for incredible food, excellent wine, a warm ambiance, and an even better staff. Be sure to ask for Julian, his recommendations are outstanding, and he'll make sure you're well taken care of. Whether you're a local in Paris or visiting from abroad, this spot is absolutely worth experiencing. You won't be disappointed. read more

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We ate here as a family at the suggestion of our hotel concierge at Hotel Madison. Small plates were great, service was as well. The salmon was outstanding and my favorite. read more

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One of the best pork chops I've ever had. The gazpacho was also incredible. The chef Carlos is brilliant cooking on charcoal. Don't miss the cheese plate and a nice glass of Bordeaux. read more

This place is like tapas with small plates. We went around 8 pm but there was a 40 min wait and we left our name and they called via WhatsApp. The food was very good and the flavours were great. We sat at the bar and the place was busy. Service was good. read more

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Absolutely love this place wine bar and fresh French tapas extraordinaire. The Chef Carlos and his gang have created a high octane bar with a young and fun vibe. The tapas are well priced and you have plenty of local wines by the glass. This is a low key busy place where many Parisians love to hang out. So definitely a great spot in Paris read more

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Loved this pretty unassuming tapas spot. Really great flavors and unpretentious vibes. The staff definitely makes you feel super welcome! So damn good! read more

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This place was recommended by a good friend of mine who lives in Paris. We came around 630pm on a Thursday. Once you walk in, you swag yourself at an empty seat (if any). I would say that by 7, all seats were taken. We sat at the counter right next to the chef's station, so the whole time, we got to watch them cook. They have chalkboards throughout the restaurant that have the food menu written in them. We tried the salmon, cauliflower, ceviche, pork belly, and beef tartare. Everything was prepared well, but we especially enjoyed the ceviche. The raw fish was extremely tender and the sauce had hints of passion fruit. Definitely get this dish. The rest of the food we got was good too but didn't stand out the way the ceviche did. read more

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Very nice small pub style place with a bar and small plate dishes. My buddy and I ducted in to drink and get something to eat as our wives were at a museum. What a find I got from Yelp. Never had been to France before and do not speak the language but our bar tender was from Ireland and she was wonderful. If your in the area definitely stop in. read more

Definitely a must try if you are in the area. The staff was super friendly and went over the menu and answered any questions we had. The venue was busy but the food came out pretty fast and there wasn't a long wait. Everything was very clean and organized. We had a few shared plates and some wine. The food was delicious, I definitely recommend the razor clams. Will Visit every time I am in the area. read more

Freddy's - Razor clams - Tapas Bars Near Me - Paris, 75

Wow, what can I say? We just finished the best food we've had in Paris. Amazing!! Drinks: G&T with elderberry. Not sweet, perfect freshness Food: Oyster mushrooms: these were amazing. Perfectly cooked with just enough soy. Razor clams: these were fairly gritty. Honestly I'm not sure if they were cleaned or not. But, the flavor profile and texture of the clam were stellar. I'd get them again. Salmon: this was half cooked as advertised with the most delicate texture. YUM! Strawberry Pavlova: just enough meringue, fresh whipped cream and ripe strawberries. Doesn't get any better for dessert. In fact if you look at my photo you will see that it was so good I forgot to take a pic. Ambiance: Quintessential Paris, very small but a great multicultural vibe. Mostly counter seating with barstools but looked like two high tops in the back. Service: super friendly and patient with our attempt to speak French. Staff graciously switched to English after we mangled our drink order. Overall, this was the best thing I've eaten in Paris. In fact it is so good we are going again. Kitchen opens at 6pm on Sunday so be there at 5:45 to get seats. When we left at 7pm the place was full. read more

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The space is absurdly small and the staff will try to seat you just about anywhere they can. In my case, with my nose to a wall and exactly 3" of counter depth. I asked "where should I put the plate?", and they shrugged and agreed to move us. Upon being seated somewhere marginally more spacious, we began our meal. The food is very good, the wine is very good. At the end of the meal, they bring the credit card reader which was pre-coded to ask for 10, 15 or 20% tip, because they assumed we were American. Don't fall for this nonsense; restaurants in Europe don't tip staff in this way. It left a sour taste after an otherwise good experience. read more

Stumbled upon Freddy's on our first night in Paris and I have to say it was such a delicious first meal that still gets me salivating. The restaurant is very small and tight and during their busy hours, expect a wait. It's well worth it! My husband and I got here around 9 pm on a Wednesday and the place was bustling but we found a spot at the bar where we ordered a bottle of white wine and were able to wait for a spot to free up. We waited about 35-40 minutes and were seated at a bar top that overlooks the kitchen area in the middle of the restaurant. We perused the menu and ordered several tapas to share. -Miso salmon (€8): Salmon was cooked to perfection and had the perfect amount of miso flavor. If you're a fan of salmon, make sure you order this! (5/5) -Lamb kebab (€8): The lamb was shaved thinly and had great flavor. Almost felt like a deconstructed gyro without the pita bread. I liked this dish a lot but it wasn't my favorite. (4/5) -Pork loin (€9): Pork was cooked well and had great flavor. The mustard complemented the meat nicely. Also a tasty dish but preferred some of the others over this one. (4/5) -Beef tartare (€11): The beef was great quality and very fresh. The raw egg and sesame oil drizzled on top gave it a wonderful flavor. I enjoyed this dish a lot! (5/5) -Razor clams (€8): These were amazing! The garlic butter sauce on the clams were phenomenal and the clams were chewy and delicious. I could've definitely ordered a second round of these. (5/5) -Duck breast with honey (€10): Duck was cooked perfectly and the honey was a great complement. Sweet potato puree accompaniment was also very tasty with the duck breast. Highly recommend! (5/5) -Beef with chimichurri (€11): Steak was cooked perfectly and the chimichurri sauce on top was excellent! One of my favorites. (5/5) All in all, this was a hidden gem that has amazing tapas and wine. If you're searching for good bites, check out Freddy's! read more

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Freddy's was a great recommendation by my mother. I finally let her choose the place for dinner and she made a great choice. You could already tell it was going to be good by the line waiting outside the dinner before 7pm. The razor clams stole the show as they were doused in garlic herb butter yet not over cooked and chewy. The free bread they give you was the perfect vehicle to soak up the butter. We tried other tapas including beef tataki, pork belly, sweet potato, cauliflower, and duck hearts. The beef tataki was the best among them with the ponzu jelly helping it become a refreshing bite. Definitely come by Freddy's for some yummy eats. read more

Really Great atmosphere. Was recommended this tapas bar by a friend. Everyone seemed like they were having fun. We got the sweet potatoes fritters (don't remember what they're called in french), the duck, lamb, and a few other yummy items. Recommend. read more

Freddy's - Bar - Tapas Bars Near Me - Paris, 75

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You have to come here! It is such an amazing little tapas Wine bar. It's very small and intimate. And you will be listening to your neighbors conversations. But it doesn't matter! That glass of wine, and the most amazing food ever! Yes, I know it's Paris France. But it's hard to find a place that legitimately, takes pride in the food they prepare and serve. Especially in such a touristy area. Of course most food here is going to be good. But like anywhere else, there is a hierarchy. And this spot is at the top! You order small plates. Each has 3 to 5 bites depending on how big your mouth is, LOL. And each bite is exquisite. From the razor clams, leaks, pork, mushrooms cut to look like fish, and three pieces of perfectly fried fish, you will want keep ordering. The tastes are sublime and delicious. Perfectly sized portions to share or eat alone. I look forward to going back and saving room for dessert. read more

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This place is always popping off! We walked by several times to crowds outside waiting to be seated so when we saw a couple open seats one night, we practically ran inside! We ordered a delicious dry white wine to start followed by the razor clams, salmon and then asked the waiter to pick one of his favorites. He brought out some type of ham wrapped in prosciutto that was absolutely mouthwatering. The salmon was seared and cooked slightly rare, but it was perfect! The clams were a little to fishy tasting for me, but the sauce on top was very complimentary. Freddy's is fun and worth the wait, I highly suggest taking the time to grab a couple plates from here when in Paris. read more

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Freddy's gets packed as soon as they open so make sure you get there early. Their tapas make it easy to share and try a lot of dishes. We had the eggplant, the ceviche, hanger steak and the salmon, all of which were super tasty. It's a fun vibe here, I love coming here every time I'm in Paris. read more

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Terrible food x expensive. Seriously so disappointed, They didn't have the razor clams too nor the confit canard.

This place was recommended by a local, and was packed on the Tuesday night that my wife and I dined there (we were lucky to get seated without a reservation), so our expectations were high. We weren't disappointed. The food was inventive, perfectly-prepared, and uniformly delicious. Standouts from our meal include the "half-cooked" salmon (I'm attaching a pic of this), baked sweet potatoes with a green sauce, and "tempura" calamari. The only downside was that we felt a little cramped in our seats at the bar, but that only speaks to the success of the place, and was an inconvenience we happily put up with for a great meal. read more

Freddy's - "Half-cooked" salmon with miso. Highly recommended! - Tapas Bars Near Me - Paris, 75

Went here on a whim and it was a wise choice! Not only are the plates beautifully plated, but they are also delicious. Portions are on the smaller side in my opinion but that could be due to the difference in culture. Place is very cramped and noisy inside. So beware. It was a full house and there was even a line outside but we only waited around 30 minutes on a Saturday night. We got serviced relatively quickly once inside. The staff was on top of it! There was still a line even when we left. Menu here is all in French. They do have at least one staff member who speaks some English as our server translated the menu to a party near us! Speedy service and fantastic food. What more can one ask for? read more

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Found Freddy's searching online and what a delightful find. Great food, drink, service and music. All service staff that I interacted with spoke English and French. They also have an English menu to assist with selections. The place small but comfortable. Food was outstandingly delicious. It was fun watching the chefs prepare the dishes before our eyes. read more

Freddy's - Freddy's razor clams and an Old Fashioned. - Tapas Bars Near Me - Paris, 75

The food was good and the staff were very nice as our French stinks. It is a small place and a party of two will fit the best but we managed to gat a table for four persons. Lively place. The also did the mixed cheese plate which was good but small for the price- must have been expensive cheese. read more

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Great informal French tapas-style bar. We loved it! Stand-out dishes for us were the mackerel escabeche (ceviche), a delightful and total comfort-food eggplant soup, and the Japanese mushrooms shaped like little fish. The waitress made a lovely wine recommendation, a delicious chardonnay, Vire-Clesse, Les Heritiers du Comte LAFON. It was interesting to me how the heavy metal music they were playing, rather than detracting, highlighted the soul of what they are providing, food that breaks out of easy pre-conceptions to delight you. read more

Freddy's - Freddy's has a lovely atmosphere - Tapas Bars Near Me - Paris, 75

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What a great place! We stopped here for a drink before our dinner across the street, and liked it so much we came back twice! Tapas style small plates, excellent quality and they have a very good selection of wines from Burgundy. Try the grilled mushrooms! read more

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I would give Freddy's 10 stars if I could, as it is absolutely our favorite spot for dinner in Paris. We were there on our honeymoon earlier this month, and we would have gone there for dinner every night if we didn't have other reservations planned already. It's a trendy tapas/small plates place located in the St.Germaine area (6th arrondissement) which is foodies' heaven. We checked it out on our second night in Paris due to its proximity to our hotel upon a friend's recommendation. they don't take reservations and the space is tight with open air concept and no AC (or very minimal AC), so if it's a hot sweltering day I would recommend finding a seat away from the grill in the open kitchen in the back. There's only 1 or maybe 2 tables for larger parties of 4-6 people, with the rest being bar seats along the walls. The menu is in french only but most of the waitstaff speak English so just ask them to translate. The music by the way, is amazing if you like 90s music. First night we were there pretty late, we had probably the worst waitress they had, but luckily the other awesome waitstaff pitched in and kind of took over for her, so we immediately fell in love. But because of her terrible service at the beginning, by the time we realized they had razor clams on the menu, the couple that just came in and sat down next to us had ordered the last order! I was really disappointed, but then the other waiter came back and handed us a half "complimentary" order cause that's all they had left - I was ecstatic, as it was one of the best clams I've ever tasted, which is why when we went back the next night we ordered 2 orders of it! Next, we had steak with chimichurri sauce which was amazing, would have ordered it again the second time we went but they had changed the menu and made a wagyu steak instead. It was also delicious but we liked the one wth chimichurri sauce better. We also tried the ceviche which we didn't realize was made with watermelon and not seafood, but even though it was a little odd (had garlic and cilantro etc in it), we still thought all the flavors went together very well and devoured it. Grilled pork was next, and while it was good, the duck definitely was the best ever - and that means something when we have travelled all over china just a couple of months ago and had duck at every meal in every way possible. It was a piece of duck meat (probably around 4oz) grilled to perfection, we loved it so much we ordered 2 and almost a 3rd on our second visit! We also tried the mackerel the first night - it was excellent like everything else, but not something we would order again given all the other wonderful dishes we love more. Also tried the falafel - surprisingly good. It was on the appetizer menu along with cheese and meats etc which we didn't understand for the most part, but i understood the word "falafel"! Freddy's is a must if you ever visit Paris, especially if you want amazing food at reasonable prices. Every time we were there, we would share a bottle of wine and eat until our hearts' content, and it would only be $80-100. Quite honestly, the food is so fantastic that we would be willing to pay double that! But I'm glad they understand the true meaning of tapas, since for some reason, all the tapas places in the Buffalo area are charging exorbitant amounts for subpar food. FYI - Parisians eat late (after 8-8:30pm) so if you don't want to have to wait for a spot, try going early. read more

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Even the locals love coming here. We got the carrot tagine, beet / tangerine salad, fish no chips, and miso saumon. Definitely get all of that and more, you will be so happy at the end of your experience. Each dish includes a good flavor profile, and you won't break the bank doing it. I also had a glass of the fronsac merlot and the noix de pays d'oc as an aperitif. Enjoyed every moment. Be prepared to wait for a seat, and it's a very small / busy place. read more

Wanna snuggle up to someone while sharing an inexpensive bottle of wine and scrumptious small plates? Then DEFINITELY come here! Best Brussels I've ever had! The scallops were so amazing that we came back the next night expecting the same, only to enjoy them in a completely different sauce than before. Both were equally delicious. The staff is super friendly, attentive, funny, and kind. We ended up canceling several dinner reservations online because, c'mon, who can compare to Freddy's? read more

I've lived in France, and this has surpassed every culinary experience I've ever had here or anywhere else for that matter. A 100% hidden gem! read more

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Not sure what the hype here is about. The space is tiny and they really pack you in like sardines. At 9:00 pm on a Tuesday night, they were out of three of their five meat dishes. Uh what? How are you this poorly prepared. They only serve wine off an average wine list. The food is pricy for maybe three to four bites of food. 64€ later, my boyfriend and left hungry and not enthused....We also waited about 40 min to be seated so I want to know why we even waited when they barely had any food to serve us. I cannot emphasize this enough--The place is extremely small and cramped, even for Parisian standards. The servers were not the friendliest and not attentive at all. They lost track of the parties in line and it was somewhat stressful and chaotic. Our ribs was only one bone with some meat--a little too dry and too much fat. The vegetable dishes were fine but nothing to write home about. I would have loved to try their fried chicken because that could almost be the only decent thing the place has to offer. We had to ask for bread and water over and over again. The desserts were alright with bigger portion sizes. There are so many places to eat in Paris, especially in the area here, so why eat here when you can get so much more elsewhere? Two stars for the mirror ceilings which had potential for cool photos. read more

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What a wonderful find on Yelp. This is a tiny little place with the chefs on display in a bar like setting. The food is fantastic. Everything tasted fresh and full of flavor. The service was exceptional and the vibe was great. I would highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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This spot has been recommended by one of my best friend... glad I did. From outside... nothing fancy. But inside... great gastronomic tapas!!! Excellent!!! They do have a great selection of wines as well. I have been told that the menu changes in regular bases. When I was there the theme was Spain... and Japan! I really enjoyed it. Important: they do not take reservations and usually it is pretty crowded. So be ready be patient before you het your spot. Crew is awesome as well. read more

It was just delicious. The staff was courteous about my franglais casse and I had some incredible small plates, the best being a salades de tomatoes avec burrata. May return again this week! read more

other than Willie's wine bar in Paris this is my next favorite. you have got to go. the chef is from japan so lots of interesting dishes that wouldn't expect that are very reasonable. great selection of less expensive wine, and they really know their stuff. gets crowded because it should be, but worth the wait to squeeze in. read more

The best food I had during my 2 week trip in France! I ordered the mushrooms with soy sauce, aubergine with peanut sauce, shishito peppers, and miso salmon! Soy sauce mushrooms were excellent and very well flavored, and cooked just right! Miso salmon wasn't dry at all, and very well seasoned as well! The shishito peppers tasted delicious as well! And the eggplant was cooked just right, not too chewy, but soft. And the peanut sauce on top was unbelievably delicious. It reminded me of Thai peanut sauce. And the waitress was very nice, as she helped translate the menu for us to English. I give my food and experience here a five stars. The food was definitely a five for me. read more

We went here twice in eight days, and almost went a third time. It's a bar, but it's a bar you definitely eat in. The food is Tapas style, and it is excellent. It seems that it is always crowded, but the wait seems to pass pretty quickly. Note that you won't be sitting at a table, you'll be at a bar. We found the employees congenial, and the service was good. The wine by the glass selections have something for everyone. The atmosphere is fun and loudish. If you are stuffy, a bit of a boor, and want a sit down, treat me like a king dinner, don't come here. If you want some really good food and drink in a cool Paris spot, don't miss it. read more

Highly recommend the scallops. We had the veal, shiitake mushrooms and scallops. 3/3 across the board but the scallops were next level and the veal didn't trail far behind. Great atmosphere with a good wine selection as well. We had lunch, a bottle Of wine and you can walk right out into a great central location with shops, etc. read more

During a short visit in Paris, my friend brought me to this neat tapas styled wine bar for drinks before we went to dine elsewhere. It was the perfect space to sit at the bar and enjoy some lovely wines. My favorite wine was the Cabernet/Cabernet Franc blend. We did not try any of the food, but from what we could see people being served, presentation was beautiful and interesting. From the aromas, it certainly smelled good. Then, from the new friends we made just sitting at the bar, it seemed everyone was extremely happy with their choices. The staff was extremely friendly and for the American travelers like myself, English was available and without the annoyed French stereotype. read more

This was one of my favorite places in Paris. It is tiny but people seem are nice for being crammed in a small place. No issues with people moving when you need to get through. I went with a group of 6 and we had the tiny booth in the back which was a stroke of luck. It is a little pricy but I thought it was worth the money. I loved the "fish no chips with black mayo", the cheese platter (if you ask they will bring bread), the BBQ ribs and tempura broccoli. Our server also spoke English which was nice since our French is basically pointing and frantically looking in the French/English book. I'll be back for sure. read more