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    Le Relais de l’Entrecôte - profiteroles + chocolate sauce

    Le Relais de l’Entrecôte

    4.0(633 reviews)
    8.0 kmChamps-Elysées, 8ème
    €€€

    You will wait in a very long line, and it will be worth it. After waiting an hour for a table on a…read moreSunday night, I was very pleased with the food, the service, and the atmosphere in the restaurant. And the price (29 euros) is pretty great! Once you're finally inside, the staff is super nice and efficient (it helps having only a few things on the menu), and the salad is very refreshing after waiting so long to eat. The house red wine is very good, too. The steak comes rare, medium, or well done. If you usually go for medium-rare like I do, I recommend going rare. It was perfectly pink on the inside but still had a good bite. The steak is excellent, and the sauce is to die for. And the French fries? Out of this world. It may seem a little gimmicky that they refill your plate, but you'll be so happy with how good the food is, it doesn't matter. I used the fries to scrape the plate clean. I was sadly too stuffed to try the dessert, but it looked fantastic. Definitely recommend getting to the restaurant before they open and waiting out the line -- the steak and fries are more than worth it!

    I redo my review. My wife went and SHE waited…read more (She called when it was time.) About half the people are irritated as they leave here. As I was the first time. But you know what? I am changing my mind by 2 stars. Its a gimmick but I enjoyed it. Sitting outside in Paris with a thin little piece of steak with a very nice sauce with some french fries soaking up all of the (everything) is not a bad way to spend a night. Oui?

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    Robert et Louise - Blood sausage

    Robert et Louise

    4.1(393 reviews)
    7.9 kmMarais, 3ème, Marais Nord
    €€€

    We found this spot one rainy evening in 2019. No reservation and sat the bar. What ensued was…read moremagical, which is fitting for a magical city. I've referred multiple people here and everyone loved the experience. This was my third, but certainly not final visit to the legendary Robert et Louise. I'm now rocking their merch. You know what it is, gang-gang. Cuisine: 5/5. Fromage? Steak? Whiskey. Wine. Dessert. All these basics are done exceptionally well, superb, you might say. Beverages: 5/5. Ask the staff for a pairing of whiskey or wine with your meal and enjoy the ride. Service/Ambiance: 5/5. Make a reservation. Yes, make a reservation. Sit at the bar or take whatever they have available if you happen to "drop in." Be cool. The legendary OG Anthony Bourdain dug this place, so don't be a demanding American. Buen provecho.

    I wandered into Robert et Louise on a Monday night and was lucky enough to snag a seat at the bar…read more It turned out to be perfect timing--they were completely booked and turning people away, most of them fellow Americans. One couple even tried to reserve a table for later in the week, only to be told there were no openings at all. When I mentioned my surprise to the bartender, he smiled and explained that Anthony Bourdain had featured Robert et Louise on his show, which brought them international fame. I had no idea when I walked in--it was pure luck. Fame aside, it's easy to see why the restaurant remains so beloved: the food is simple, rustic, and outstanding. I started with escargot, followed by a perfectly cooked steak with roasted potatoes and a crisp green salad. The true test of a great restaurant is how well it executes the basics--and here, they were exceptional. Tip: make a reservation in advance. This place fills up fast for good reason.

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    Celar bar look

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    Beefbar - Filet mignon

    Beefbar

    4.0(48 reviews)
    8.1 kmChamps-Elysées, 8ème
    €€€€

    We came in without a reservation, definitely wanting a steak. They were fully committed, and…read moreultimately directed us to the bar. Unfortunately, they don't let you eat a full meal at the bar, only snacks. We waited for a cancellation, and ultimately the bartender was able to speak to the manager and find us a table! The French chateaubriand was outstanding, perfectly cooked and with a flavor profile completely different than American beef. Side dishes were well made and tasty, and the wine list solid. The sommelier was particularly helpful; she was extremely friendly and knowledgeable, and took great care of us. Professional service, high end dining, and an excellent menu. Highly recommended.

    One of the most beautiful restaurants I have ever been in. Truly so stunning. The history is also…read morereally fascinating so I recommend asking or read up before. And I did choose it for that alone. I'm not a huge foodie, I have a stomach condition that tends to take a lot of joy out of eating for me, so I look for ambiance more than anything. We booked an early lunch while on our honeymoon, and I'm so glad we did. It was basically empty. We were given a choice between the "Main Room" or the front room (there is also a bar/lounge area), trust me you want the main room. Because I booked an early time slot we mostly had the room to ourselves. There was only one other table in use (and it turned out to be one of the chefs dining with his family) We both got the same item and we both loved it. I get my steak medium well (sorry lol) and it was a little too pink for me. Before I had to ask our server came back to check and swiftly took it back with no judgement at all. We also both loved our desserts. This is really random, but the women's bathroom smelled incredible. they had a custom candle going that was "tea"scented and it was INCREDIBLE. I stood there smelling it and even took a photo to try to source somthing similar. I fully expected a really pretentious atmosphere but thats not really what we experienced. It was confortable and elegant, but not stuffy. If it helps, I wore a blazer as a top and leather pants with chunky loafers and didn't feel under or over dressed for lunch. We will absolutely be back for dinner on our next trip to Paris but I do reccoend it for lunch to see the Min room in it's full glory. While I have never been there at night, it does seem less vibrant in the evening, and agin i was there for the atmosphere and was pleasantly surprised by the food.

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    Art deco dining room

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