Delightful. Fantastic. Seriously, upsettingly good -- because I wish I could eat somewhere like…read morethis every day and sadly can't because Paris is a flight away. That said..,it's only one flight and I'd fly back in a heartbeat for their fries and tartare. Can't wait to come back! Merci beaucoup pour wonderful time and a meal I'll never forget!

Had dinner here this evening after scoring a last minute reservation for four. Seated quickly after…read morearrival at 1900, with our server greeting us shortly thereafter. The restaurant itself isn't small, but really not big, so it's definitely worthwhile to make a reservation at least a week or so on advance, otherwise you're pushing your luck. Everyone ordered steak frites (2 rump steak, 2 flank) and no one was disappointed. Steaks were cooked to order, although medium here in France is more like medium rare in the States, just be advised. The restaurant itself is lively and fun with lots of chatting, laughing and good times being shared. Desserts were Crème Brûlée and Apple Crumble, neither of which were disappointing. We definitely enjoyed our dinner and would likely return again. This time with a reservation made well in advance.

Genial!!!!!! A place worth the trip from Paris and perfect for dinner before candlelit nights at…read moreVaux let Vicomte. I added this business after eating here and seeing that they were not on Yelp. We stumbled into the town en route to candlelit Saturday night at Vaux le Vicomte (the navette picks up just across the square). The signs past new management Andre had a rockstar dinner for 48 Euros. The chef trained in the UK and is a master of fresh ingredients. He serves what us fresh and does it unassumingly and beautifully. We started with a avocado and shrimp salad and fresh asparagus, then had veal stew and scorpion fish and finished with panna cotta and Apple pie. Lovely staff, who are super friendly. The place looks new and I would love for them to succeed. Make a stop--I promise it's worth your trip and it is leaps and bounds fresher (and cheaper) than a meal you'd find in Paris!

The most life- changing experience with French cuisine. This is what French culinary dreams are…read moremade of. Get the appetizer grilled foie gras with side of greens, you won't regret it. The richness of the flavor and the texture which is not reminiscent of the traditional roasted duck or foie gras, but rather a much more like a luxurious and indulgent version. We enjoyed our dinner on the outside of the restaurant after about a 20-30 minute wait. The bone marrow had the best flavor I've experienced for the dish. However, it is definitely overshadowed by the rich flavor of the foie gras. This experience was unforgettable, with our view of Parisian streets on a brisk, April night. We even came back on our last night, but didn't realize the hours on Google maps was for the deli. The restaurant closes earlier, before 9:00 PM. This meal got us thinking about Paris in a positive light, and we hope to be able to come back to eat the amazing dishes again!

This place was a huge letdown. They had a cute little artisanal market on the front left of the…read morerestaurant. They had a number of goods to choose from and I ended up buying a few things for souvenirs. As for the actual restaurant, they had a number of delicious sounding items on their menu. Our server was very attentive to us and helped us decide on our dinner orders. Similar to the other restaurants though. After our food was delivered, it was far in between when we were checked on again. And after dessert it took even longer for our server to bring the bill. Overall, the food was a letdown. I do not exaggerate when I say that the frog legs just tasted like slightly flavored water. My friend's ravioli had a fairly decent flavored sauce but the pasta was a bit chewy. My friend's duck breast was pretty tough; I had noticed the table next to us also ordered it and they seemed to have trouble finishing/cutting theirs as well. As for my steak with foie gras, well the steak was once again tough and the foie gras was weirdly stringy. It was soft for the most part but there were parts that were tough and stringy. Maybe that's a section that's generally separated in the preparation process and it was missed? In any case it was disappointing. What wasn't disappointing was dessert though; perfectly sweet and balanced.

I have mixed feelings about Bistro des Augustins. On the one hand, it provided me some of the most…read morecomforting and delicious food that I enjoyed in Paris. On the other hand, it made me realize that my mother was a terrible cook. Bistro des Augustins is a small, cozy venue offering both indoor seating and terrace seating near Pont Neuf. It serves a small number of curated dishes, including a wonderfully traditional Bistro Gratin in a homey ceramic dish served piping hot with a brown crispy cheesy top, herbs, spices and chicken. You can also get it with salmon. My brothers and I only saw my mother use our gas range to light her cigarettes, sanitize needles to remove our splinters, and make s'mores during the summer months when she couldn't muster the energy to take us 'outside camping.' I mean, all she had to do was borrow a cookbook, which I'm sure were readily available from maybe a neighbor or in any local bookstore or the public library. How hard is that? I was the only kid who brought a can of tuna and his own monogrammed can opener to school every day. Every day. And mom convinced me that the tuna holster she got me for my birthday was cool and hip. I was a naive mercury-filled fool, although I did become a very fast runner in junior high school because of the tuna holster. The interior décor of Bistro des Augustins is informal and vintage bistro style - wooden tables, traditional chalkboard menus, and soft lighting - creating a relaxed and comfy ambiance. My eyes have been opened to what's possible. Thank you Bistro des Augustins for expanding my culinary horizons. Five stars.

THE FOOD ------------------…read more= Fermier - Cheese gratin with chicken was good. Didn't blow me away, but was solid with the creaminess of the sliced potatoes and emmental cheese combined together with mixed vegetables. The cheese was very strong though, so anything else was unfortunately pretty much overpowered by it. Arrived with bread, but it DEFINITELY could use other carb options to sop it all up (e.g., rice???)! = Landais - Cheese gratin with duck. Same comment as the above, except the Landais had egg and goat cheese also mixed in with almost the same ingredients as the Fermier. THE SERVICE ----------------------- + The lone waitress, who also worked the role as greeter, cashier and bartender was friendly. + Food arrived within 10 minutes of ordering. THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------------ = Small, tight restaurant. = Not many tables inside - 6 in total. + Located a few blocks away from the more touristy restaurants, towards the East, on a much quieter street. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Nada.

Good first meal. I got the linguine with shrimp and vegetables. The shrimp was fine. Wait time was…read morea little longer than expected but the waiter is super nice. Nice spot and view is great. We sat outside and could see the carousel moving. Great first meal in France.

Large portions, especially the starter fromage and charcuterie platter - small portion filled up…read morethe two of us before the main plates arrived! Croquet madame was excellent but the pomme fries left much to be desired.

An exceptional, charming English-style pub located in the heart of Fontainebleau…read more When the highly-rated Restaurant La Petite Ardoise turned us away for not having a reservation, we wandered up the street slightly and we're charmed by the menu and the emptyness of Le Franklin. Turns out, this was a blessing in disguise for what turned out to be one of the best meals of our trip in France. I've always loved pub and bistro fare and ambiance, and Le Franklin was no exception. Besides the necessary plate of cheese and charcuterie for apero, we ordered exclusively off of the daily specials menu: Châtaigne Veloute (Chestnut Soup) and a cut of steak referred to as a "fuax fillet". The soup is served with a dollop of creme fraiche, while the steak comes with a side of the most delicious thick-cut fries and sautéed veggies. It is difficult with all the goodness, but you must save room for dessert, as there is a seemingly never-ending list of goodies make in-house. We landed on the Profitroles and Tarte Tatin - both of which are difficult to find traditional examples of in the States. Runners up included Mousse au chocolate and a Speculoos cake. Service was excellent and even with all of our indulgences, the bill came out to around $35 a person - more than reasonable.

As you go farther outside Paris, the meals become heartier. This place has large portion sizes (by…read moreFrench standards) and is carb-heavy with generous servings of mashed potatoes, wild rice, and squash. It worked out perfectly because my brother was dining with me tonight and I think that this restaurant was perfect for him. I know that he wouldn't have been satisfied with just a cheese plate and some salad, which is what I got.

Oh, we so totally enjoyed the positive, friendly vibe, as well as the the food and the beverages at…read morethis little bistro! Wine and beer seem to be their specialties, and they were quite good. Reasonably priced too. Our charcuterie board was loving made, large and delicious. We had enough there for two meals! The fresh, crusty, wheat bread was a wonderful accompaniment to the meal. Locals come here, but during this early mid-week day, it was not crowded.

From the owner: Vue sur les Halles Impossible de passer inaperçu, le bar brasserie des Halles se trouve juste en…read moreface des halles. En sortant direction rue Ducerceau, vous tombez directement dessus. Entre deux courses, arrêtez-vous pour boire un verre et faire une pause avant de reprendre vos activités. Entre midi et deux, venez y déjeuner. Plat du jour, menu et autres plats à la carte vous sont proposés.

The food was excellent! Our party had burgers and pasta and both were very good. The service was…read moretop notch as well.

Enjoyed this local spot very much during my trip to Paris last year in July…read more I was staying in a hotel within a 10 minute walking distance from this restaurant, near the metro. Seems to be that every night, no matter which night, this place is PACKED. Make sure if you plan to go that you are fine with waiting 30min-45min. Food was fantastic, had a great selection of Belgian beers to choose from, which I'm a huge fan of. Didn't try and of the cocktails. I will say service was very slow, even considering the fact they were busy. Overall, pretty good experience, not too terribly expensive. English menus readily available and servers all speak English (this is great cause I was a tourist who speaks little French )

Great find, walking by for a late night meal after arriving at our hotel Saturday night. We have…read morethe scallop risotto, burger, filet, crème brûlée and ice cream. Everything was good and the service was better. Friendly & willing to offer great recommendations They spoke English which helped us too.

Not sure why they had such great reviews. The food was ok. Our onion soup had no cheese on it. Had…read moreto ask for it so he gave a bowl on shredded cheese. The server was demanding more tips (since he knew we were Americans and tipping is our culture) we had already given him over 10%! Stay away! I wouldn't go back since there is so many restaurants in the area to choose from!