What a beautiful, tasty little restaurant. I love the ambiance and the cozy vibe. Stopped by here for lunch while visiting the Canal St. Martin on a slow day on a tourist trip to Paris this last summer. I had the "rack of lamb with thyme", and the the lamb was as tender as if it was rare but cooked medium rare/pink. Wow. It came with some simple salad and simple potatoes, plus a bread basket, and all were really well done. They seem to have some sort of rotisserie grill, so they have some other grilled meat options on the menu. The staff here were playing some beautiful eclectic music and the atmosphere is nice. It's a cozy little place near Canal St. Martin, less than a block away from the canal, with nice natural light during the day. read more

Tried the duck confit entree which came with greens and potatoes. The duck was cooked to perfection. We also tried the beef bourguignon - this fell short of expectations. Beef was chewy and kind of dry. I also ordered creme brulee and a glass of red wine and these were on par. I would return to have the duck again. The service was great. Our waitress spoke English pretty well so it made it easy to order. Sometimes haven't to google translate everything takes time but she ran through the menu with us quickly. The restaurant was warm and had a nice ambiance. read more

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I want to go back already & it's been less than a week! Wanted to go once we arrived here after seeing it on Yelp, but ended up going on our last night in Paris. Great and friendly service from an adorable waiter who looks like the English actor - Ben Whisaw - but waiter was cuter and reminded me of another person that I can't think of. Food was excellent , we had the pork chop entree with salad and fries with a yummy garlicky sauce & a steak entree with salad and potatoes... along with champagne as our drinks. Interior and atmosphere was intimate and Parisian /homey esque. Miss this place already! read more

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Interesting concept. It's basically a wine bar that serves good quality canned? Foods and preserves. It works though. I had the Salé with lentils and it was super tasty. Served with 3 slices of sourdough and a fantastic salted butter. As almost anywhere in Paris, it was relatively pricey for what it was, but the wine was good and the food was decent, plus the place was buzzing on a very cute side street off the canal, so it was perfect. read more

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So after walking around the city and the canal st martin near Gare de L'est, we made our way over to this side street and was looking for a café to stop by for some wine and a snack. The front of the café had a few tables outside and there were multiple tables inside. The joint itself has a rustic feel and has a easy vibe with many young folks grabbing spots to enjoy the day. We made our way into the joint at around 5PM. While entering, the main guy working at the bar didn't pay us much attention but just pointed at a table. The guy continued to be nonchalant and just kept asking in French if we had chosen. Thank goodness I could speak basic French to understand what he was saying but he was the first person we had met in the city that didn't seem too nice to English speaking folks. He seemed fairly impatient but we were able to finally choose a mixed plate and a bottle of vino for snack. He took our menus and walked back behind the bar while we were left to view the people around the café. I could not help but notice the prep of the platter and realized the guy was just picking up items out of the fridge and just tossing it down on the plate. I know its not meant to be a fancy plate but he literally was just taking out plates and tossing it onto the board. I know that may seem trivial but I guess I was already on edge from the rude approach to the table. He dropped off the plate and it was OK. The meats and cheeses didn't seem like great quality but were fine to get the job done. The bread was wrong for the platter as it was too big and tasted a bit stale. At the end, I asked for the check and he curtly stated in French they do not accept credit cards. It was our first cash only spot but yelp states they do accept credit cards. It was hard for me to know if he was just being rude or perhaps it was true. We used the remaining cash we had and made our way out. I think this was a disappointing experience for me with low quality food but in fairness perhaps it was just that one plate that was not good but still could have had better service. Perhaps just an off night for the joint but not sure I would be back. read more

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Time for an apero whilst discovering the 10th Arrondissement in Paris. I search Yelp for a recommendation. La Patache seems to fit the bill. I watch a large barge pass through the lock and walk 20m to La Patache. What a surprise to discover I have been here before with friends. La Patache has no airs and graces. It is what I would describe as honest. Wooden tables and mismatched chairs add to the ambiance. No designer furniture here. Cured meats hang from one corner and cornichons sit on the ledge in giant pickling bottles. Lighting is very dim in spite of tea candles on each table. Music thumps as it trys to compete with the stationary traffic with their horns beeping. The jukebox in the corner appears to date from the 60s and is no longer in use. The waitress looks over to see if I have finished my drink (Perrier) with no sign of impatience. Customers are more interested in chatting than drinking. It is like having friends over for a drink. This friendly bar is definitely worth stopping by if you are in the area. There is a wide choice terrines, rillettes, sardines and charcuterie as well as hot dishes. A wonderful local bar. read more

La Patache - Oysters from Brittany currently available. - French Near Me - Paris, 75

An amazing recommendation from our host in Paris, La Patache made us feel like we weren't Americans in Paris even though we translated the menu with our pocket French dictionary. Order the charceuterie - it's made in house and it's huge and everyone else is getting it too. The wines are on point and we did get to see the house kitty scamper through towards the back. My fiance (first time using that word in a yelp review) ordered the coq au vin and finished it while I ordered the duck terrine and took it. Terrine translated by my dictionary = shredded. But terrine de canard is pureed cold duck in a jar served with bread. I'm not sure if the French love it, but when in Paris, right? Because it's so good it gets pretty crowded and we were lucky to casually grab one of the last tables. If you're in the Canal St. Maartin area, this is a solid spot to dine! read more

La Patache - Order the charcuterie, everyone does and it's huge - French Near Me - Paris, 75

What a nice, satisfying change from traditional French cuisine. This is not "cuisine nouveau" with micro portions and unearthly ingredients but rather a comfortable atmosphere, nice service and very worthwhile plats du jour. The bar next door is a good place the while away an hour or so. Our meal was a white wine based beef bourguignon over pici (finger-rolled pasta), prefaced by a spicy calamari salad/curry. The dessert special, pear clafouti, was alright but was served plain and really didn't move he needle. English is spoken but French obviously is welcome. Kids must live with a hamburger no bun... with the imagination clearly in supply in the house, they could cut a baguette in a suitable manner when faced with a North American. read more

Really great & friendly service!! It is kind of a place to eat meat, so I wouldn't imagine it's a place for vegans ;). I had duck breast which was wonderful! Good wine too. read more

La Patache - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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This was a wonderful bistro along Canal St. Martin. I came for an early dinner, so I was able to walk in and get a seat, but as the evening progressed, it became quite full. I had the beef tenderloin, which was perfectly cooked and flavorful. The meal was accompanied by new potatoes and an aioli that accompanied both perfectly. A highlight of my trip! read more

La Patache - Steak with new potatoes, salad, and aioli - French Near Me - Paris, 75

Loved this place. To be perfectly honest I was a little annoyed with the Parisian nightlife scene up until this point. My first night or two was spent visiting places well-rated, but dead due to the day of the week. I also visited some great corner bistros where the social discourse is pretty confined to your table mate. What I like are places where crowds and people merge/mingle. My Parisian colleague Jeremy suggested this place and it was perfect. We caught up on work gossip. Chatted with some lovely ladies. And shared drinks with festive strangers. If I landed in Paris with 40 Euros to my name, I'd head here. read more

First time visiting La Patache and trust me, it will surely not be the last! Had a great experience all around. As most good restaurants are, this one was busy upon arrival. No problem, was offered a glass of wine and checked out the menu while standing on the quiet side street that the restaurant faces. Was extremely impressed by the staff. Nothing but smiling faces and they knew what they were doing. The bartender put together our charcuterie plate, antipasti plate and dessert. Our waitress expertly managed the dining room so that no one was overlooked. When the main courses arrived the chef brought them out and seemed genuinely interested in making sure we were pleased with what was being presented. The food left nothing to be desired, it was excellent! The butter, oh my, the butter. Seriously, where do they find it, it's the most delicious butter I've tasted in my 38 years! The meats on the charcuterie plate went together perfectly and tasted incredibly fresh. The antipasti had great variety. My main was the beef tartare and it was perfect in both presentation and taste! Add La Patache to my short list of favorite Parisian bistros and one that will become a stable for every future visit! read more

La Patache - Beef tartare. - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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A friend told me about this place and I would have never guessed but it was SO LOVELY. With some girlfriends we popped by before a concert and it was absolute perfection. The interior is just adorably decorated as is the staff. This little wine bar is open the evenings and is perfect for drinks (3,50 happy hour pints!) and meat and cheese plates. Rue de Lancry is packed with adorable places, so it's perfect if you're in the mood to check out more than one place, and not to mention right on Canal Saint Martin. We were there on a Sunday night and there was live music. I can't wait to go back! read more

We two Australians in Paris stumbled on this gem of a place last night. It was the most welcoming of places, the waiter (with a name the same as the wine we had - Margaux) was friendly and helpful and a credit to the restaurant ... the rack of d'aneau was as good a lamb as I have eaten anywhere - cooked to absolute medium rare perfection. The service was exceptional, the atmosphere cosy and intimate and the price low. read more

Dined here two evenings. A real gem right off of the canal. Excellent cheese and charcuterie not to mention the beef tartare. Staff was wonderful. Don't miss this one! read more

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Headed here for some drinks and to catch up with friends. And this place is just great for that; its relaxed, in a fun area and everyone else seemed to have the same idea. It's social and friendly enough to talk to the table next to you, or find a quiet corner and keep yourself to yourself. Long old wine list and beer by the pint. Perfect. read more

Very rustic atmosphere and a cool place to hang out- Great music and setup. The drinks are strong and cheap and there's plenty of seating. Stay away if you have an allergy to cats though, there's a big grey fella who has his own seat and glass at the bar. the staff were pretty standoffish and unresponsive, probably because we weren't local. Would definitely go again, but probably with someone who speaks better French. read more

Delicious meal and lovely service in an intimate resto near the canal. This was my husband's first experience with "real French food" and his filet de boeuf could not have delighted him more. I enjoyed an entrecôte de Cochon. very tasty, and the potatoes were transcendental. We made it in just before the crowds and the very kind waiter was so patient and sweet with our dumb American questions. Loved it! read more

La Patache - Beeeeeeef - French Near Me - Paris, 75

I highly recommend this quaint little bistro. It was the French experience I was looking for. It's small, quite warm and everybody is sandwiched in the room just like a cozy dinner spot should be. Food was superb. read more

Great food. Great ambiance, and wall to observe(with a silly pig). I had the Bison and it was super tender. The frog legs were delicious flavor. My friends got the ribs and lamb, and they were all delicious. The wine was good as well. I recommend it when in the republique area. read more

I rented an apartment around the corner from this place a while back. We used to go in there in the early evening for a few drinks before dinner. It was wonderful. Great people in there, reasonably-priced wine, and a cool vibe. This place has become one of my go-to Paris hang outs. read more

I can only give it 4 stars as I did not eat at the restaurant. That being said there are two parts to this place, the bar on one side and the restaurant on the other. I was on the bar side, I enjoyed some white wine during happy hour it was $3 a glass! Yay! The staff was friendly and I would visit again. To counter another reviewer, this is France, it's a different culture, when dining out you are meant to enjoy life and not be in a hurry. Be respectful and you will receive it back. read more

Solid place to get roasted meats in Paris. I got the mixed grill plate (17 euros) with lamb and chicken. Both meats were excellent and well cooked. The plate came with a small salad and some potatoes which were both pretty good. It's a pretty small intimate place and definitely a good place to eat and relax. read more

La Patache - Mixed grill plate - French Near Me - Paris, 75

ONLY a bar with minimal bar food. I was expecting more options & was hoping to try that beef tartare!

Warning: food poisoning may occur, especially if you have the oysters Also the food has low value for money. Good wine tho

I live in the 10th and this was my favorite restaurant. Great ambiance, delicious food, friendly and efficient service. Sadly, they have closed for good. It's a great loss :) read more

went there for lunch after strolling the canal in this half gritty, but changing neighborhood. I'd give it another half star because of the price value ratio. For 36 euros we got one formule (a half roasted chicken, leafy salad and home-made frites, plus an OK carpaccio, plus a half bottle of rose wine. friendly service, generous portions, no pretentions to be anything other than a neighborhood spot with honest food. read more

Cute place, laid back canal St Martin vibe. The heavily tatooed older bartender was such a doll. I thought the cheese plate was mediocre but just for wine and chatting with friends its a great place. read more

I have no hesitation in declaring: Best chevre chaud in Paris! Hands down. Became a regular. Amazing place for meat-lovers. They do all bistro phenomenally. Ambience is perfect - always playing great music that doesn't interrupt your conversation. Great wine selection. Everything topped off with the local kitty who comes to visit, usually after 8:30pm. ;) read more

The food was decent (charcuterie et fromage was excellent) but the beef bourgignon was dry. Sangria was good, and our waitress was incredibly friendly and humored my very remedial French. The real awkward moment came as we were leaving and the host told us rather rudely that credit cards are not excepted (Yelp says they are) and we paid in cash instead but as we were leaving I yelled out an enthusiastic "Merci! Bonsoir!" and the host, again, yelled out rudely emphasizing every syllable "A BIENTOOOOOOOT!!!!" I felt awkward enough trying to muddle through speaking French but felt immediately stupid upon leaving. For the good-but-not-great food you expect from this neighborhood and the awkward interaction with staff, I'd say go elsewhere. read more

Wonderful bar/cafe just off the Canal Saint-Martin in the 10th. We dined on dishes that included a goat cheese salad, an antipasti plate, the daily tart tartin for dessert and a beef with beans dish and veal with rice dish as our mains. Very reasonable prices for the quality of the food served with well thought out decor. read more

I have no idea what the other reviewers were thinking giving this place so many stars. The food was poor to mediocre as was the service and the wine. The waiter started off by telling us all things not available (which was substantial despite us being the first party of the night). There is no view and nothing to see here. But yeah, I guess the prices were reasonable. Do not go here!! read more

Great service, typical French bistro style.

Service was great- they ended the evening with free homemade apertifs! Frog legs and entrees were fantastic! Background music was nice Latin instrumental! Great meal! read more

La Patache is a gem of the Canal St Martin area, a casual yet intimate café/bar. Plates of fromage and charcuterie are delicious and simply assembled, a great accompaniment to the great wine list and beers on offer. Wait staff is extremely friendly, and so are the customers...La Patache is often crowded in the early evening, but it's never a problem to share a table. Also lovely in the spring/summer when the windows and doors are flung open, and you're just a step away from the bustling canal nightlife. read more

Service was good, decor nice. Food was disappointing....starter was ok ish (ordered some snails - were overcooked and dry), main course was meat (nicely cooked) and some salad. My husband ordered different cut of beef and salad. Salad leaves were off and soaking in vinaigrette. We found a piece of thin wood in the salad...a bit pricey and probably not worth the price paid. I am French and would not go back there despite very nice, caring and friendly waiters... read more