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What a wonderful surprise! I yelped searched best rated dinner near me at $-$$ and this restaurant popped up. I'm so glad it did! The food was delicious and fresh (poulet, bread, frites, salad, aperitif and digestif). Nonna is so welcoming and charming. As I'm sure others cautioned - it's tiny (not a place for a larger family or group), options are limited and you must go with the flow. If you embrace these things, you'll have a fantastic dinner. Enjoy!
Everything was great! We were looking for a nice place for our first dinner in Paris. When we arrived few mins bef 7pm, it was still closed, with a note by the door saying they open at 7pm. By 7, we saw an old lady still setting the tables. Few mins later she was ready to receive customers. Mamie doesnt speak English so she asks me to open my translate app. She does everything, and doesnt have anyone in the resto to help her. It was the warmest, homiest dining experience ever. You will definitely miss your grandma who cooks and takes care of you when u visit her. When we entered, she seated us and served us complimentary sangria, bread and butter while we order. Several dressings followed. Then she prepared our orders. When food arrived, she gave complimentary fries. Few mins later, she brought out complimentary cookies and tea, plus souvenir scarf and wallet! And she didnt stop there. She served us a shot of homemade whisky (just a guess) that tasted good! By the way, we went to this resto bec reviews on Yelp says they serve good Coq Au Vin, but Mamie said it's not available bec his husband, who cooks the dish, is sick. :( Pls go thru our photos so you can imagine how our lovely experience went.
Great secret place to get food. This is a very cozy cute hole in the restaurant. They only have 4 tables. The owner is very nice and friendly. I got the poulet roti Frances with rice. The meat was delicious and tender. It was very cheap and great. The owner gave us a welcome sangria , bread , tea, cookies , and homemade whiskey for about 13 euros. She also took our pictures and gave us two keychains. The owner doesn't speak English but the menu is English. They take card.
Was searching for cheap eats in Paris and this came up on Google. Not what we were expecting when we walk in. This place is what you think of when you think hole in the wall. Only 2 2 person tables and 1 4 person table. It was priced well and we were really hungry, cold and tired so we were going no further. What a pleasant suprise! The only reason it's four stars is because the food was really good but not great. In all fairness you are in Paris. You feel like you have been invited to someone's grandmas house on a Sunday. It's one older lady running the whole joint with her mom in her air pod in a kitchen that isn't in the restaurant shuttling foot. She is warming soups etc on a residential range stove in the restaurant. You are started with homemade soup and bread. After your meal you are given mints, meringues and cookies with tea. To top it all off you get a tiny shot of whiskey with apples soaking in it. She takes a picture of you with your party at your table with your phone after all of that and even with the limited space I don't think she would mind a bit if you stayed for hours.
Loved this cozy little restaurant! We were immediately greeted by the owner, Mamie, who seems to manage the entire place herself, and was lucky enough to be seated at one of the two tables inside. We were offered small complimentary glasses of sangria (which were refilled even after we ordered a cup) and a bread basket while we looked through the menu. Every dish and even the desserts are homemade! We decided to try her signature beef bourguignon and lasagna, both of which were amazing! She's also able to make the dishes herself after she takes your order because of the limited seating inside. After we were finished with our meal, she brought out dessert and souvenirs, and drank with us before we left. The service was incredible and it truly felt very homey from beginning to end. Both my friend and I would say that this was definitely one of the best experiences we've had during our stay in Paris. Please visit Mamie and give this place a try!
Mamie does it all. She's the hostess, the chef, the busser and the entertainer. This is a small place and we were lucky to have a table for 2 ready for us when we arrived. French cuisine was yummy and there are vegetarian dishes too. But the owner is the star of this place. We sat for an hour after dinner conversing about everything. We left feeling loved and stuffed!
If at any point I'm ever in Paris for just one day or just one meal - I would do whatever I could to have that one meal at La Petite Rose des Sables. If you are in Paris as a couple - TRY THIS PLACE for sure. It was our favorite meal and dining experience of our entire honeymoon. The other great reviews of this really do it justice and there's so much more to enjoy once you're there in person. The place is cozy - three tables only and each table can only seat a couple. Everything from the decor and the music to the food and the performance the owner put on as she brought out dish after dish and drink after drink - it was all spectacular. My wife and I at this point in our trip had already had a few really great meals but this one topped all of them, not just because the food was amazing but because of the service and the atmosphere, too. The owner didn't speak English, or didn't let on that she did, and even with the language divide we felt more welcome in her restaurant than we did in 99% of the other places we visited. My wife had the pork with salad and fries, and I had the chicken with rice and salad, and everything tasted AMAZING from the first drink and the bread that was set down, all the way through the different desserts. I can't stress enough how much we loved this place and I can't think of anywhere else I'd rather eat dinner while in Paris.
This is the most cutest/welcoming/home cooked meal I have ever been to. The lady that runs the place is one of the sweetest ladies out there. She is so welcoming, treats you like a guest. We ordered the lasagna and the beef bourguignon was sooo good. She gave us sangria when we entered, and got us this mini charcuterie board( just perfect) and then the main course came, the fries - so so good. Thank you so much for the wonderful experience
What can I say about dinner at this restaurant? It's fun, it is an experience, and you will walk out fuller than you have ever been, loaded with gifts. We knew per all the reviews that getting to the restaurant early (20 minutes before it opened) might get us a seat. We were the first in line, but the restaurant filled up soon after (again, per all the other reviews, there are FOUR tables). Madame, who speaks really no English, seats you, gives you a glass of sangria, and then begins bringing out snacks, and then more snacks, until you order. We were at the restaurant for hours. We both ordered the beef bourguignon - I had rice on the side, my husband had potatoes. It is a huge amount of food and I can't believe I ate most of it, along with a side salad and the snacks! On, and let's not forget the bottle of red wine. Dessert came with the pre-fixed meal option, so we shared the creme brulee and it was amazing. We were at the restaurant on December 23rd, so Santa hats were passed out, then a scarf, a wallet, a mirrored compact, more snacks, a shot of some sweet liquor that Madame makes...what am I missing? It was surreal. You get to know your neighbors, because again four tables. it's fun to find out where everyone else is from. This is a dining experience worth having, if just to meet Madame and be treated like the most amazing guest in someone's private like home.
Well, we made it back to La Petite Rose des Sables after our first time there six years ago. It was wonderful to visit with Madame Zuezue again. She is precious! The food was just as I had remembered... Great!!! Madame Zuezue of course provided more than everything we expected, and we stayed for three hours dining and visiting. This is a wonderful place and a treasure of Paris. Madame Zuezue is generous and kept the food, drink, and surprises coming. We are likely to go back in the spring to visit and dine again.
If you blink you will miss this restaurant. Seating inside is very limited. The menu selections are small, but don't worry, the Madame will make sure you have eaten well. This is not gourmet cooking. This is more like visiting your Grandma out in a French country house. Very authentic cuisine with no frills. You must not be in a rush! Just sit back, enjoy some wine and let Madame take care of you. She exudes warmth, and caring about your dining experience. She speaks only French, but it works out well. Upon leaving, you receive a warm hug and fond farewell, along with a surprise shot of liqueur! $$
So I did extensive research on all the platforms to try and find out more about this place. All I knew was that I HAD to experience eating here given all the unique and positive reviews. To avoid any disappointment, I actually came for lunch instead of dinner time, which can apparently happen anytime after 8pm or something. And good thing we did because when we got there around noon, there was a sign saying they were booked solid for dinner for the week because they were serving a nearby hotel's guests. And by "they", I mean the one-woman show. I can't recall her name, but man she literally does everything from welcoming, seating, taking orders, cooking, cleaning up, and taking the time to snap photos with you! Keep in mind that she doesn't speak English - we were able to get by with the pictures on the menu, Google translate, and a friendly couple who were very fluent in French. Yes we felt silly with our blank stares, attempted French, and finger pointing...but that was all part of the beauty of the experience. Okay onto the food. I did the 3 course meal that included a salad, main course, and dessert. My friend opted for the same. She starts off with giving you a dish of olives and slices some baguette right at your table. We got 2 mixed salads, where when I say mixed I mean it had a TON of toppings on it. For our mains we got the beef bourguignon. Wow, the beef was so so tender that it melted in our mouths. It was place on top of a bed of lettuce accompanied with boiled potatoes. For our dessert, we got the creme brulee and chocolate mousse, both very good. We washed it all down with her house wine, bottles of stella artois, and her closing liquor to wash it down. The pleasant surprise of souvenirs at the end were such a joy - it really embodied her wonderful nature of hosting and caring for her guests. One of the best experiences during all my travels. We even tried to leave a tip for her, but she insisted that we donate into her church offering tin. What an angel. It may be difficult to get a table, but if you have the time to stake it out, do it! You won't regret it.
This place was highly recommended across all review sites and, after visiting, I can see why! Imagine a cozy, authentic, traditional meal at your mother's/grandmother's kitchen table. The warmth of the owners was a very special and wonderful experience. Although we do not speak French, and they did not speak English -communication was fabulous and non-judgmental. We were kindly seated even through the restaurant had not yet opened and were first welcomed with a small glass of sangria (you can switch lemon Fanta if you don't drink alcohol), along with olives, pistachios, baguette, and butter. We ordered beef bourguignon and canard. The beef bourguignon was traditional comfort food -seasoned and prepared well. The duck was cooked perfectly, very tender and moist, served with roasted prunes. We chose salad and potatoes as sides for both plates. The potatoes were delicious! I typically do not like potato wedges, but adore the way these were cooked -soft inside with a little chew on the outside. The salad was composed of beautiful crisp bib lettuce leaves, shredded carrot, cuke, radish, and tomato. Salad ingredients were incredibly fresh, colorful, and plump. Served on the side of the meal was a variety of mustards, aoli, and ketchup. After dinner we were served a small house-made fruit brandy and a few small chocolate malt candies. We certainly left incredibly full and happy. We were personally walked to the door and given a hug and kiss -such sweet people and such a fantastic experience. Because it was a holiday, we even received a hat, scarf, and Paris keychains (our sweet lady was very proud of her family and engaged us in a few guessing games for treats). Wow! I wish I could give more than 5 stars. I'm leaving Paris knowing I got an incredible experience bc I felt like a Parisian local dining with family. Bar raised, mic dropped, stick a fork in me -I'm done. And oh so happy!
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What a wonderful surprise! I yelped searched best rated dinner near me at $-$$ and this restaurant popped up. I'm so glad it did! The food was delicious and fresh (poulet, bread, frites, salad, aperitif and digestif). Nonna is so welcoming and charming. As I'm sure others cautioned - it's tiny (not a place for a larger family or group), options are limited and you must go with the flow. If you embrace these things, you'll have a fantastic dinner. Enjoy! read more
2 years ago
Everything was great! We were looking for a nice place for our first dinner in Paris. When we arrived few mins bef 7pm, it was still closed, with a note by the door saying they open at 7pm. By 7, we saw an old lady still setting the tables. Few mins later she was ready to receive customers. Mamie doesnt speak English so she asks me to open my translate app. She does everything, and doesnt have anyone in the resto to help her. It was the warmest, homiest dining experience ever. You will definitely miss your grandma who cooks and takes care of you when u visit her. When we entered, she seated us and served us complimentary sangria, bread and butter while we order. Several dressings followed. Then she prepared our orders. When food arrived, she gave complimentary fries. Few mins later, she brought out complimentary cookies and tea, plus souvenir scarf and wallet! And she didnt stop there. She served us a shot of homemade whisky (just a guess) that tasted good! By the way, we went to this resto bec reviews on Yelp says they serve good Coq Au Vin, but Mamie said it's not available bec his husband, who cooks the dish, is sick. :( Pls go thru our photos so you can imagine how our lovely experience went. read more
Great secret place to get food. This is a very cozy cute hole in the restaurant. They only have 4 tables. The owner is very nice and friendly. I got the poulet roti Frances with rice. The meat was delicious and tender. It was very cheap and great. The owner gave us a welcome sangria , bread , tea, cookies , and homemade whiskey for about 13 euros. She also took our pictures and gave us two keychains. The owner doesn't speak English but the menu is English. They take card. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Was searching for cheap eats in Paris and this came up on Google. Not what we were expecting when we walk in. This place is what you think of when you think hole in the wall. Only 2 2 person tables and 1 4 person table. It was priced well and we were really hungry, cold and tired so we were going no further. What a pleasant suprise! The only reason it's four stars is because the food was really good but not great. In all fairness you are in Paris. You feel like you have been invited to someone's grandmas house on a Sunday. It's one older lady running the whole joint with her mom in her air pod in a kitchen that isn't in the restaurant shuttling foot. She is warming soups etc on a residential range stove in the restaurant. You are started with homemade soup and bread. After your meal you are given mints, meringues and cookies with tea. To top it all off you get a tiny shot of whiskey with apples soaking in it. She takes a picture of you with your party at your table with your phone after all of that and even with the limited space I don't think she would mind a bit if you stayed for hours. read more
4 years ago
Loved this cozy little restaurant! We were immediately greeted by the owner, Mamie, who seems to manage the entire place herself, and was lucky enough to be seated at one of the two tables inside. We were offered small complimentary glasses of sangria (which were refilled even after we ordered a cup) and a bread basket while we looked through the menu. Every dish and even the desserts are homemade! We decided to try her signature beef bourguignon and lasagna, both of which were amazing! She's also able to make the dishes herself after she takes your order because of the limited seating inside. After we were finished with our meal, she brought out dessert and souvenirs, and drank with us before we left. The service was incredible and it truly felt very homey from beginning to end. Both my friend and I would say that this was definitely one of the best experiences we've had during our stay in Paris. Please visit Mamie and give this place a try! read more
2 years ago
Mamie does it all. She's the hostess, the chef, the busser and the entertainer. This is a small place and we were lucky to have a table for 2 ready for us when we arrived. French cuisine was yummy and there are vegetarian dishes too. But the owner is the star of this place. We sat for an hour after dinner conversing about everything. We left feeling loved and stuffed! read more
If at any point I'm ever in Paris for just one day or just one meal - I would do whatever I could to have that one meal at La Petite Rose des Sables. If you are in Paris as a couple - TRY THIS PLACE for sure. It was our favorite meal and dining experience of our entire honeymoon. The other great reviews of this really do it justice and there's so much more to enjoy once you're there in person. The place is cozy - three tables only and each table can only seat a couple. Everything from the decor and the music to the food and the performance the owner put on as she brought out dish after dish and drink after drink - it was all spectacular. My wife and I at this point in our trip had already had a few really great meals but this one topped all of them, not just because the food was amazing but because of the service and the atmosphere, too. The owner didn't speak English, or didn't let on that she did, and even with the language divide we felt more welcome in her restaurant than we did in 99% of the other places we visited. My wife had the pork with salad and fries, and I had the chicken with rice and salad, and everything tasted AMAZING from the first drink and the bread that was set down, all the way through the different desserts. I can't stress enough how much we loved this place and I can't think of anywhere else I'd rather eat dinner while in Paris. read more
4 years ago
This is the most cutest/welcoming/home cooked meal I have ever been to. The lady that runs the place is one of the sweetest ladies out there. She is so welcoming, treats you like a guest. We ordered the lasagna and the beef bourguignon was sooo good. She gave us sangria when we entered, and got us this mini charcuterie board( just perfect) and then the main course came, the fries - so so good. Thank you so much for the wonderful experience read more
3 years ago
7 years ago
What can I say about dinner at this restaurant? It's fun, it is an experience, and you will walk out fuller than you have ever been, loaded with gifts. We knew per all the reviews that getting to the restaurant early (20 minutes before it opened) might get us a seat. We were the first in line, but the restaurant filled up soon after (again, per all the other reviews, there are FOUR tables). Madame, who speaks really no English, seats you, gives you a glass of sangria, and then begins bringing out snacks, and then more snacks, until you order. We were at the restaurant for hours. We both ordered the beef bourguignon - I had rice on the side, my husband had potatoes. It is a huge amount of food and I can't believe I ate most of it, along with a side salad and the snacks! On, and let's not forget the bottle of red wine. Dessert came with the pre-fixed meal option, so we shared the creme brulee and it was amazing. We were at the restaurant on December 23rd, so Santa hats were passed out, then a scarf, a wallet, a mirrored compact, more snacks, a shot of some sweet liquor that Madame makes...what am I missing? It was surreal. You get to know your neighbors, because again four tables. it's fun to find out where everyone else is from. This is a dining experience worth having, if just to meet Madame and be treated like the most amazing guest in someone's private like home. read more
4 years ago
Well, we made it back to La Petite Rose des Sables after our first time there six years ago. It was wonderful to visit with Madame Zuezue again. She is precious! The food was just as I had remembered... Great!!! Madame Zuezue of course provided more than everything we expected, and we stayed for three hours dining and visiting. This is a wonderful place and a treasure of Paris. Madame Zuezue is generous and kept the food, drink, and surprises coming. We are likely to go back in the spring to visit and dine again. read more
4 years ago
If you blink you will miss this restaurant. Seating inside is very limited. The menu selections are small, but don't worry, the Madame will make sure you have eaten well. This is not gourmet cooking. This is more like visiting your Grandma out in a French country house. Very authentic cuisine with no frills. You must not be in a rush! Just sit back, enjoy some wine and let Madame take care of you. She exudes warmth, and caring about your dining experience. She speaks only French, but it works out well. Upon leaving, you receive a warm hug and fond farewell, along with a surprise shot of liqueur! $$ read more
So I did extensive research on all the platforms to try and find out more about this place. All I knew was that I HAD to experience eating here given all the unique and positive reviews. To avoid any disappointment, I actually came for lunch instead of dinner time, which can apparently happen anytime after 8pm or something. And good thing we did because when we got there around noon, there was a sign saying they were booked solid for dinner for the week because they were serving a nearby hotel's guests. And by "they", I mean the one-woman show. I can't recall her name, but man she literally does everything from welcoming, seating, taking orders, cooking, cleaning up, and taking the time to snap photos with you! Keep in mind that she doesn't speak English - we were able to get by with the pictures on the menu, Google translate, and a friendly couple who were very fluent in French. Yes we felt silly with our blank stares, attempted French, and finger pointing...but that was all part of the beauty of the experience. Okay onto the food. I did the 3 course meal that included a salad, main course, and dessert. My friend opted for the same. She starts off with giving you a dish of olives and slices some baguette right at your table. We got 2 mixed salads, where when I say mixed I mean it had a TON of toppings on it. For our mains we got the beef bourguignon. Wow, the beef was so so tender that it melted in our mouths. It was place on top of a bed of lettuce accompanied with boiled potatoes. For our dessert, we got the creme brulee and chocolate mousse, both very good. We washed it all down with her house wine, bottles of stella artois, and her closing liquor to wash it down. The pleasant surprise of souvenirs at the end were such a joy - it really embodied her wonderful nature of hosting and caring for her guests. One of the best experiences during all my travels. We even tried to leave a tip for her, but she insisted that we donate into her church offering tin. What an angel. It may be difficult to get a table, but if you have the time to stake it out, do it! You won't regret it. read more
3 years ago
This place was highly recommended across all review sites and, after visiting, I can see why! Imagine a cozy, authentic, traditional meal at your mother's/grandmother's kitchen table. The warmth of the owners was a very special and wonderful experience. Although we do not speak French, and they did not speak English -communication was fabulous and non-judgmental. We were kindly seated even through the restaurant had not yet opened and were first welcomed with a small glass of sangria (you can switch lemon Fanta if you don't drink alcohol), along with olives, pistachios, baguette, and butter. We ordered beef bourguignon and canard. The beef bourguignon was traditional comfort food -seasoned and prepared well. The duck was cooked perfectly, very tender and moist, served with roasted prunes. We chose salad and potatoes as sides for both plates. The potatoes were delicious! I typically do not like potato wedges, but adore the way these were cooked -soft inside with a little chew on the outside. The salad was composed of beautiful crisp bib lettuce leaves, shredded carrot, cuke, radish, and tomato. Salad ingredients were incredibly fresh, colorful, and plump. Served on the side of the meal was a variety of mustards, aoli, and ketchup. After dinner we were served a small house-made fruit brandy and a few small chocolate malt candies. We certainly left incredibly full and happy. We were personally walked to the door and given a hug and kiss -such sweet people and such a fantastic experience. Because it was a holiday, we even received a hat, scarf, and Paris keychains (our sweet lady was very proud of her family and engaged us in a few guessing games for treats). Wow! I wish I could give more than 5 stars. I'm leaving Paris knowing I got an incredible experience bc I felt like a Parisian local dining with family. Bar raised, mic dropped, stick a fork in me -I'm done. And oh so happy! read more
4 years ago
This little family run restaurant was my first stop after I arrived Paris. I love the lady (I think she is the owner's wife)!! She was so friendly and funny. She treated me like a family member rather than a customer. Under the table I sat at was a radio machine, the lady told me to hand switch the channel whenever the commercial is on (lol, it was super funny). I didn't feel offensive at all. At the end of my meal, she gave souvenirs to both my friend and I AND fed us her homemade Sake. I would revisit this place whenever I am in Paris again. read more
4 years ago
5 years ago
The dinner we just experienced brings a smile to my face! "Mamie" (as she calls herself) is the French grand-mére you've always wanted. She speaks very little English, but she has an incredible way of communicating with you regardless. As soon as you sit down, she brings you a welcome "shot" of sangria, and soon after brings delicious fresh bread. The entrees we enjoyed were boeuf Bourguignon and the lasagna, accompanied by salad, steamed potatoes, and fries. Following dinner, Mamie brought dessert plates with decorations and a Paris mirror souvenir! She also poured an after dinner shot. Just when we thought we were done, she brought us fans, and even gave my friend bananas as a parting gift! Yes, bananas! If you ever come to Paris, please visit Mamie and have a unique and delightful dining experience! read more
11 years ago
So, this restaurant is worth going to, not only for the food, but for the experience. Had a lovely pork dish with fantastic potatoes. Real home cooked, too. But the owners, ZouZou and Christian, are really wonderful, kind people, and did their best to welcome me to Paris. They will insist on taking no more than 10 pictures, if you're a foreigner! Wonderful, nice people. My French knowledge is minimal, but I was still able to carry on a very halted conversation with them. Interior is really small, but very charming. Reminds me of a French grandma's house, for sure! 5 stars for a really wonderful experience :) read more
7 years ago
I've procrastinated on this review because I don't want to miss anything. By far the best dining experience of my life. Mamie is a character and you by all means can't miss her in Paris. Anyone who has anything bad or negative to say about this place and Mamie are people who didn't get a chance to dine here, which is fine but Mamie treats her actual customers like royalty. Disclaimer: La Petite Rose Des Sables is an extremely small restaurant. The place itself only holds four small tables. A reservation is RECOMMENDED/REQUIRED unless you walk by faith and hope there's room for you when you show up. In regards to my disclaimer, I will say that it is hard to get a reservation. You have to call (but the owner owns a nokia phone that loses signal - more on that later) ahead or you would have to show up during lunch time or days before to tell them in person. Imo, it's worth showing up days before and letting them know in person. If you can't make it days before, I recommend showing up 30-45 minutes before they open at 8PM (we went for dinner so I don't know how lunch is) and waiting to see if a table is open. La Petite Rose opens at 8PM every night for dinner except on Sundays. Our uber dropped us at 8:15PM (Paris traffic is cray cray). When we arrived we were greeted with 2 signs on the door stating that there were only three tables for the night. When we looked in, all 3 tables were already seated and getting their orders in. There was a flower pot in front of the door kinda like a "we're closed" sign, lol. There was another couple outside waiting with us who shortly left after reading the signs. Another Disclaimer: I read a bunch of reviews beforehand. A lot of people had said how the owners do not speak English, are blunt/stern/mean, etc. Knowing this I knew that we may or may not be received well. Please note, once you actually get a table, you're treated like royalty. So me being me, I stepped over the flower pot and pushed the door open. I saw the owner taking orders (she never acknowledged me). At this point, another couple had walked up who spoke English. The girl poked her head in beside me and asked "Do you speak English?" and the owner said "Only French" in French, lol. Well, that couple left and it was just me and trae. I had read the reviews so I knew what I was getting myself into, I didn't get there 30 minutes before opening, I didn't make a reservation... I could have just counted it as a loss and went home. But I didn't because you don't know me if you really think I'm going to be following rules. Sidenote: I suck at following rules, I don't listen, and as trae says I don't read thoroughly either. Well, about 15-20 minutes pass by and we're just waiting outside and the owner whose name is Mamie, pours us some sangria. As she's pouring the sangria she keeps calling us "Patient!". Another 5-10 minutes pass and she welcomes us in on the 4th table (remember, she only was working with three tables that night). We're seated on two small tables pushed together and we were sat on stools. Everyone else was at a normal sized square table with comfortable chairs, but seeing as how we barged in basically we were happy that she made room for us. This was the start of us realizing that Mamie really goes above and beyond for her CUSTOMERS (you will read very angry reviews on tripadvisor of people who did NOT get to dine with Mamie and they are upset with things besides her, the food, and the experience). Mamie hands us the menu and tells us that a couple of the menu items aren't available that night because the chef (her husband) is sick. Which looking back may or may not be the reason she only wanted to serve 3 tables that night. We both ordered the beef with potatoes and a bottle of wine. The plates are huge, they barely fit on the table so don't worry about leaving this place with an empty stomach. Upon receiving our main course, Mamie threw in a complimentary order of fries. While we were eating our main course, Mamie walked out of the restaurant and came back with two regular sized dining chairs. We aren't sure where she got them from but we were surprised at her attention to detail. We got out of our stools and sat way more comfortable in the chairs. The space was extremely tight but it made it feel that much more homey. Things started getting good when it was time for dessert. Between courses, Mamie came around with a complimentary shot for all of us. I wish I remembered what she gave us but I do remember that it tasted like moonshine. With every shot she poured she kept shouting: Aphrodisiac, Aphrodisiac! Making the whole room bust out laughing. All in all, you feel like you are at your grandmothers house. We left knowing about Mamie's life and her children and a bag full of goodies. I highly recommend going to the restaurant to make a reso in person as her cellphones always get pickpocketed which is why she owns a nokia phone. read more
5 years ago
Mamie was incredible!! She welcomed us, made delicious food (chicken with salad and fries, a meat plate, a cheese plate, vegetable soup, sangria, desserts, and more), and gave us gifts to take home! She is so sweet and makes great food! read more
10 years ago
A unique and unforgettable experience for sure! We had come by earlier that night and there were no free tables in this tiny restaurant at that time, but we could come back an hour later and they kept specially the place open well beyond 11pm for us. Once back we were greeted by Madame Zouzou (the host) and monsieur Christian (the cook) as we were old friends and we felt welcome immediately. Wow! Here you get more than just delicious food. You get warmth, love and some little souvenirs. Madame Zouzou told us (in French) all about her family. Showed photos of her grandson, daughter, husband... while we were enjoying our free apero, our delicious diner and free 'digestive'. Delicious, but cheap. Certainly not the place for people who are into fine dining, but absolutely the perfect spot for everyone who loves traditional French food in a home-like atmosphere. read more
3 years ago
Was in Paris in Sept for 4 days/4 nights with my daughter for her 18th birthday. Of all the meals we ate (and we ate a lot), this was by far our favorite! We went here for lunch as it was around the corner from our hotel and read the positive reviews. Everything the other wrote is true. This is a perfect place for couples or very small parties. This place is tiny, as in 4-5 tables max but so worth it. It feels like you're eating in the owners home. The owner who, as others have pointed out, doesn't speak english, is the sweetest, most patriotic, proud and amazingly attentive restaurant owner I've ever seen. From start to finish it was an amazing experience. We sat next to a young lady from US who just moved to Paris to teach english and was fluent in French so that helped somewhat w/ the menu and interacting with the madam. Even w/o the translation help, there was no issue w/ non-english and made the experience that much more enjoyable. I can't remember what we ate but it was fantastic. Wrapped up with a phenomenal desert, a shot of apple brandy, pictures and a souvenir. She truly ran this entire operation from start to finish and never stopped moving, ensuring the 4 tables, including ours, who were dining had everything we needed. The entire experience was like coming home and having your mother dote on you for a meal and hugs. We were sadly in a bit of a hurry to catch an afternoon tour but she wouldn't let us leave w/o having desert and rightfully so, used hand gestures and motherly French tones to tell me to slow down. Will def be back next time we're in Paris. This meal made the entire trip and for my daughter's first time, gave her a memory she'll have forever. Find time to come here, don't be in a hurry and just enjoy the experience, the food and the owner, she is a true Parisian and a gem! read more
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I support homegrown businesses and this is truly a home grown business. We were in search for a restruant at night, and surley this place was so close to our home. Upon arrival the wife greeted us in French. Thank God for limited French language. The place is small but its home felt. We had steak and potatoes, also another couple had entered i believe having the same. Unannounced the other couple was celebrating a birthday as well. The chef ( the husband ) came and greeted us. When the wife found out we were celebration my gf birthday they made a small birthday decoration on a plate. I truly loved this place and you will not be disappointed read more
7 years ago
I knew I had to visit after reading reviews. Small spot but worth the wait. Best for smaller groups , no more than 3 but I'm sure she can make it work if needed. Mamie is sole waitress and chef, for the most part, and is a true Parisian. Lasagna was good, wishing I tried the beef bourguignon but I'll just have to come back. Dinner is an option of XL or XXL depending on what you choose and what's available when you go. Includes meal, 2 sides, a dessert and drink at the minimum. Creme brûlée was delicious but if you like chocolate go with the chocolate mousse. I promise you won't leave hungry, it truly is like having dinner at your grandmothers. This isn't meant for a quick sit down and run out meal. Plan to be there for at least 1.5-2hrs plus the wait. Like other reviews, she greets you with a small glass of sangria and leaves you with some trinkets and a dining experience you won't want to forget. read more
12 years ago
pure love. Love all about this restaurant, The staff, The menu, The food, yes all. Enjoy Real hospitality as you would at your own old folks read more
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6 rue de Lancry
75010 Paris
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