A memorable and delightful dinner course! My wife and I came here during our honeymoon, and I chose the restaurant due to its proximity from our hotel as well as the reviews here on Yelp and google. All I can say is that I strongly recommend you come come visit. Chef Alfredo and his wife were kind and cordial the moment we stepped into the restaurant, and also came to speak with us after dinner. Do not be intimidated by the blind menu. Chef Alfredo is a master of his art, and will satisfy your palate. The food was amazing and out of this world. My wife and I hope to return if and when we visit Paris once more. read more

Wow! This was our first night in Paris and Chef Alfredo and his wife Marcela made it a memorable one! They were so welcoming and attentive. We had the prefix with the wine pairing and it was the right choice. Each course was so interesting, creative and adventurous, but delicious in it's own right. The main plate, Manta Ray (skate fish) and Asparagus was amazing! And their signature dessert was the perfect finish, topped off with a digestif from Normandy. Thank you Mariette! read more

Epic dinner in Paris. We were treated to a blind tasting and trusted Chef Alfredo Martin. Everything we had was perfection and the service by Valentina was special. She was great at explaining the courses and impeccable service. She even allowed us to take our dessert home as we were too full to eat after dinner. This is a very small place so you need to make and keep any reservations out of courtesy. We were traveling with 3 young adults and decided to make this a date night for just the two of us. The Chef came to the door to personally thank us when we were leaving-very sweet and professional touch. We felt for the quality and quantity of food their prices were very fair. read more

Based on the high reviews on Trip Advisor, I made a reservation at Mariette for my 10th wedding anniversary on October 1st. The food was absolutely incredible. There isn't a word that covers how fantastic it was. I had the duck ravioli and my husband had the creamy mussel soup (starters). I wanted to lick my plate and my husband used bread to get the last of his soup from the bowl. For our main course, I had the Black Angus steak and my husband had the lamb with chorizo. Both of those dishes have spoiled us for life, and every steak or lamb will be compared to these dishes. For dessert, I had the apple crumble and my husband had the chocolate - I really wish I could look at the menu as I type this on my phone so that I had the proper names of everything. What a perfect finish to a memorable meal. Marcela is the perfect hostess; she speaks four languages, and is absolutely charming. Truly warm and kind, and we really enjoyed her. Alfredo, her husband (and chef), came and spoke to us as well, which was a wonderful surprise. We felt like we were invited into their home for an amazing meal, with great wine (thanks to Marcela for helping us choose the wine). We highly recommend Mariette. Don't miss out! read more

We ( family of 5) had the best time in this great restaurant. By far our best dinning experience in París. Our kids were taken care of which is very difficult to achieve in the high end restaurants in the city. A haute cuisine and a great family spot. Marcela and Alfredo own, cook and manage the place. Thumbs up! read more

Mariette - French Near Me - Paris 07, 75

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This is the one the best restaurants that we ate at during our two week stay in Paris. I still talk about the foie gras ravioli that we ordered. It is a small cozy restaraunt that is very limited in seating. We made reservations three months before we traveled to Paris and it is definitely worth the trip. read more

We were looking for a place for dinner with a larger group. Some recommendations were received for this place. The food quality was excellent! The whole group enjoyed their dinner, with appetizers and main course to desserts. Some members said it was the best dinner they had during our few days trip. And the service was great with good conversations with the personnel & event the chef. Also: English well spoken here! The place is great for couples looking for a romantic hideaway. The restaurant is fairly small and not along a busy street. The interior is nice, although someone might not like the fragrance that was mildly present in the restaurant. For us, it wasn't something we paid attention to. I can fully recommend and will definitely visit it again if time permits when in Paris next time. read more

The food was unique and delicious. Service was great and very friendly. The chef came over and asked how our meal was and seemed genuinely delighted at how much we enjoyed it all. I would highly recommend a visit. read more

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Beautiful, well presented food. I would highly recommend the starter of foie gras ravioli with sweet potato puree, which was completely different to anything I've had before - very original and tasted divine. The mains we had (lamb stuffed with Spanish chorizo and steak) were also delicious, but didn't really come with any veg or carbs which meant we were left slightly hungry. I'm not sure if we should have ordered sides, but we didn't notice the option to and this wasn't pointed out to us when we ordered. Unfortunately, the service was a big let down, which is why I haven't given a higher rating. We ended up cancelling the bottle of wine that we ordered at the beginning of the meal as it still hadn't arrived by the time we'd finished our main courses, despite reminding the waitress a couple of times. read more

Great little find from Trip Advisor. Intimate, small and away from the tourist restaurants on the rue Cler. Marcella (the hostess) and her husband Alfredo pour themselves into their business and it shows. What a lovely way to end our stay in Paris! read more

This was by far our best dining experience during our week in Paris; a week where we made it a point to enjoy fine dining. The restaurant is small and a reservation is highly recommended, but it did not feel cramped. It is run by a husband and wife, the husband is the chef and the wife is the waitress/hostess. We didn't have the pleasure of meeting the chef but his food is phenomenal. Fantastic presentation and creative dishes (the escargot ravioli was great!). His wife was extremely charming and friendly and went well out of her way to make sure our dining experience was the best it could be. It was reasonably priced for the quality of the food, and I can't wait to go back. A must-visit if you enjoy quality French dining. read more

Wow! What a wonderful meal and a memorable evening! This tiny gem is run by a husband and wife team. The wife minds to front of house with an infectious smile and meticulous attention to each diner, while the husband is in the kitchen preparing delicious Spanish inspired dishes. My chorizo stuffed lamb was cooked perfectly with subtly balanced flavor and textures. The stunning apple crumble desert featured golden apples prepared with butter and saffron paired with a slightly tart frozen yogurt. When I didn't recognize anything on the wine list, our hostess recommended a bottle I would never have chosen on my own that turned out to be both delicious and affordable. Dinner concluded with a nice glass of a Porto style Spanish desert wine, and a nice conversation with the chef who introduced himself. All in all, wonderful food, wonderful service...I can't wait to come again! read more

Excellent 3-course lunch, dessert and wine pairings. Stop by for an intimate experience with fantastic service

Small, intimate dining experience. The dining room only seats 16, maybe 18 people? The food was EXCELLENT. I had the Turbot, my husband had the steak. If licking the sauce off the plate were remotely acceptable, I'd have done it. We shared a wonderful asparagus appetizer, and enjoyed a bottle of wine. The staff here is AMAZING. The proprietors are so friendly and welcoming - they treat you like guests in their home! The night we were there a large party stayed for over three hours, pushing back the time they were able to seat us to nearly 45 minutes after our reservation time. We didn't mind at all - it was out of their hands anyway, so we spent that time chatting with them about all sorts of interesting things and sipping wine in the small reception/bar area. It really is a lovely place run by lovely people. I'm sad we went our last night in Paris - I really wish we'd have gone there earlier in our stay so we could have visited more than once. read more

Mariette - This is what we thought of the asparagus appetizer. - French Near Me - Paris 07, 75

The food was so delicious that I forgot to take pictures! We went to this restaurant for my birthday. The restaurant was small and charming. The owner was very friendly and kind. We dined there the day after the terrorist attacks and we were happy to support their business as she mentioned that many people canceled reservations. This restaurant is willing to accommodate dietary restrictions. The table next to me had a dairy free guest. I have a pretty long list of things I can't eat and she just took my word for it and didn't ask for an explanation, which was appreciated. We both started with an appetizer consisting of pumpkin cakes and lobster. The pumpkin had a few pieces of orange and a some sort of light buttery sauce (maybe with lemon and wine?) and was so delicious. It was one of those dishes that was so light and delicious that I could've eaten 10 plates of it. For my main, I had a seared sea bass with courgettes. The fish was cooked perfectly and the courgette strings were a nice compliment. The dish was supposed to come with lentils, but I can't have legumes and the substitution was no problem. My husband had duck with orange sauce and he said it was divine. We didn't stay for dessert because we had plans elsewhere. The wine list was great and we really enjoyed the bottle we ordered. The restaurant seemed to mostly have tourists and it filled up quickly. Don't be scared away by the tourist part - the food is of a very high quality here. The locals should pay a visit. Be sure to make a reservation because it's a small and busy place. I will definitely go back the next time I visit Paris! read more

Bravissimo! A truly exceptional dining experience. If you're looking for a night to remember, this is where you want to go. Marcela and Alberto were very nice to us and made sure everything was great. read more

Mariette - Lamb! - French Near Me - Paris 07, 75

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Mariette is one of my favorite restaurants in Paris. It is small so do make a reservation or call ahead. The chef/owner is a wonder in the kitchen and incredibly friendly (and he speaks English which always makes dining easier abroad if you're not a French speaker). They can accommodate nearly all food allergies and have done so multiple times for my daughter and I. Great gluten free options!! The food is ALWAYS excellent, superb, delicious and the presentations exquisite. They have a great menu option where you can choose the number of courses and a flat price as well which is what we tend to do... You save a few dollars which is nice. Thank you for another fantastic meal.. it was a highlight of our trip to Paris in February!! read more

What a great meal we had. My wife and I were recently in Paris and, coincidentally, we were there over my birthday. My wife knowing how much I like food, made reservations here and I am certainly goad that she did. While I admit that I had been hoping she would select a place with at least one Michelin Star, I am now so happy that we went here. This place is cozy, charming and the "staff" is the chef and his wife (she runs the front of the house). First the food: Very well executed with only a couple of missteps (which is why I am giving four stars instead of five). I started with the pumpkin veloute in pastry and it was delicious. And I normally don't like pumpkin. But I started with it because my wife had the foie gras ravioli with sweet potato puree (I also normally don't care for sweet potatoes) and I knew that she would share all her choices with me because she doesn't have nearly as big an appetite as me. While my pumpkin was delicious, the foie gras was a revelation. It may have been the single best thing we ate in our entire week in Paris. Next our mains. My wife had the lamb stuffed with Spanish chorizo and it, too, was delicious. And normally lamb is not my preferred protein. But the braised leeks and the crunchy alfalfa sprouts set off the tender lamb and the rich sauce. I had the rib steak (which was perfect) and the potato churros (which were not). The steak was excellent but the potato churros were bland, not really crispy on the exterior and not terribly fluffy, hot or homey on the inside. It's a dish that could use some tweaking. For dessert my wife had the apple crumble and it was delicious and unlike any other apple crumble/streusel/cobbler you have ever had. The apples were poached in a saffron syrup and were a vivid orange as a result. The ice cream was a yogurt ice cream, which beautifully set off the sweetness of the apples and the crunch of the liberal dose of streusel-style topping. I had the mille-feuille which, also, was unlike any other mille-feuille I've ever had. It came out looking like three biscuits stacked on top of one another but each one was crispy pastry perfection. With the pastry cream and the ice cream it was the perfect ending to the perfect meal. As for the wine list, ideally you would like to see more bottles. But the place is so small, it's not a surprise that their selection is rather tiny. Still, there were some nice finds on there Service was very good if a bit leisurely. Of course, service in Paris is simply different than service in the States, where I live. While I appreciate being left alone to enjoy my meal, checking in a few times and picking up the pace between courses would have been appreciated. Also, when we were in Paris, it was pretty cold and rainy. I was cold when we got there and as my pre-dinner cocktail, I ordered a calvados. Calvados is a digestif and meant to typically be consumed post-prandially. I had done this a few other times during our trip because brandy warms me up. Most places in Paris really looked at me like an idiot American (which, you know, fair enough) but she asked if I was sure and I told her "I know it's a digestif, but it will warm me up" and she smiled and happily poured. After our meal we ordered an Uber (in addition to being pretty cold, it had also started raining. My phone was wonky due to roaming issues and she chased us down, brought us back in, gave me the wifi password and then chatted with us while we waited for the car. Such a lovely woman. I absolutely recommend this place. read more

I can't even make this review funny bc the owners were too kind and pure and my experience was too sweet. Looove it. Very cozy small place, but still nice and classy. I only saw two people working, a woman who was both the hostess and the waitress, and the chef. Both were wonderful and truly care about the guests satisfaction. The food was no different, seriously delicious. I had the John dory fish dish which was v tender and flavorful and came w zucchini with butter sauce which was also beyond tasty. For dessert I had the "babel tower" which was vanilla creme filled pastries paired with caramel ice cream. AMAZING. After our meal the chef came to our table to make sure we were satisfied which I thought was sao cute. He also explained to us how to make one of the dishes that we had ordered and loved. Love love love this place, only downside is that it is def pricey. read more

The best meal we had in Paris. Period. My husband and I went to dinner at Mariette on Valentine's Day. From the moment we arrived, we were felt like we were surrounded by old friends. This restaurant is small - only 12 or so tables so a reservation is a must, but it's really cozy in an "I can't think of any other place I'd rather be at this moment" type of way. OK. Time to talk about the food. For starters I had the escargot ravioli and my husband, the gnocchi. Amazing. The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the escargot were whole, flavorful, and the perfect texture. The pasta was topped in a spinach cream sauce which was delicate but still rich in flavor. I sopped up every last drop of the sauce with my bread! The gnocchi were light as air. The sauce was really sautéed Spanish jamon (Pata Negra I believe) which gave the gnocchi a rich smokey flavor. Moving on to the main course. I had the chicken which was kind of like a chicken roll. The chicken was perfectly seasoned and cooked, rolled up in phyllo dough and then baked. Oh, and let's not forget about the generous helping of foie gras that ran through the center of the roll. This was pared with black rice and had a light sauce. My husband had the lamb dish, which was cooked perfectly. It was prepared three different ways, and according to him, each better than the last. Finally, desert. I had a fresh green fig, poached in red wine, on top of this delicious pastry cream. Simple, not overly sweet, but the perfect ending to the meal. My husband had, what I can only describe as a kind of a small popovers that were filled with cream. He practically licked the plate clean! This restaurant is run by a charming husband and wife couple. Their passion for what they do was evident from the moment that we stepped into Mariette. The icing on the cake was when we got to meet the chef, sample a new dish that he was working on, and just chat about food. My husband and I (who have a strict rule about never eating anywhere twice while on vacation), were truly saddened when we discovered that they were closed on Sundays, as it was our last night in Paris. If you are in Paris, and you do not go here, you are a fool. read more

This is the review I posted on Tripadvisor. The owner responded, completely confusing me for someone else who dined in a different MONTH and accusing me of lying. He clearly can not take criticism. Sad. Disappointed This is a restaurant that we always look forward to going to when in Paris. Unfortunately it was no where nearly as good as before. Looks like the same owners, however the food was nothing near the exceptional food we have had before. The Ravioli appetizer (which they are known for) was still exceptional but the 'perfect egg' dish was not so perfect. Duck was good but the meat dishes lacked a certain finesse. The dishes just looked bland. There was barely any kind of vegetables, and what was on the plate was either burned beyond recognition or very bland; no green to be seen anywhere. Desserts were disappointing all around. Fig was a strange breakfast parfait looking thing, millefeuille was puffed pastry and the apple crumble was pieces of apple on top of some granola. Nothing like we have had previously and nothing like the pictures on the web. Very very disappointed. read more

This was my treat dinner during my vacation. I was seated at the front table because I was by myself, which was fine, but it was right next to a heater so I was pretty much boiling (I suppose I could have moved to the side chair, but I didn't want to block the small aisle). However, the service was excellent, which more than made up for it, and the food was delicious and well presented. I started with the soft-boiled egg and crab meat with spinach cream. I pretty much licked the plate clean. Then I had the turbot which I wish had been a little more tender, but it was still very good, and it came served with what I think may just be the best asparagus I have ever eaten, just exquisitely tender. I finished with the vanilla mille feuille with ice cream ( I forget what flavor) and it was very good as well. A glass of champagne completed the meal. Prices for the three course dinner were reasonable for Paris, and well worth it. I have already recommended the place to someone. A definite good find, but be sure and make a reservation because the restaurant is small. read more

This is an absolute gem in the city of Paris. Owners are originally from Columbia. They are very delightful and attentive to all their patrons. The restaurant is very small seating 16 people. We had a party of nine and the restaurant was full. Very quaint ambiance and they make you feel welcome like you are home for dinner. Even tho the tables are close together we never felt like anyone was too loud or noisy, it is a extremely cozy place. The food was absolutely outstanding. The lamb was delicious as was the Pollack fish. Dishes are not overwhelming in size allowing you to enjoy an appetizer, main entree and desert. All were excellent, highly recommend this place. Not far from the Eiffel Tower. read more

While the service was exceptional keep in mind the following when dining at Mariette: 1. Make a reservation. This is a must because the place seats no more than 18 people. We saw many being turned away at the door because they were at max occupancy. 2. Wait time between dishes is ridiculous. We waited for over an hour between our salads and our fish entrées which dimished both the appetites and spirits considerably. 3. The food is really good. Although the price-value assessment isn't exceptional either. read more

This place is wonderful. The people who run it are terrific people and the food is just as amazing. Come here and eat.

So good. I am traveling alone which can sometimes be challenging but not here! I felt so comfortable and invited in this small, delightful restaurant. Marcela (the chefs' wife) sat me at a table facing the window (next to the heater - first time I've been warm all day) at the front of the restaurant. I did not have to look at (or get looked at) by my fellow diners but found the hum of people speaking french in low tones behind me a wonderful addition to my overall experience! I haven't even mentioned the food yet....it was delicious perfection! I chose the three course option and started with the soft boiled egg over crab meat in a spinach cream sauce. Holy deliciousness Batman! I savored every bite, slowly. Main course was the Turbot with asparagus in a buttery sauce, I would have licked the plate but instead sopped up every drop with a slice of bread! How in the hell did he get the asparagus sooooo tender? For dessert, apple crumble with ice cream and safron. Not too sweet and again, I cleaned my plate! The portions were generous but not too much. I feel sated, not miserable and stuffed. Last night was my first night in Paris and I was so disappointed with my meal and especially the service. Marcela and her husband (who introduced himself but I forget) made up for it in spades. EAT HERE, you won't be disappointed. read more

I found this through another rating site, and read the Yelp! reviews as well. It was probably our best dining experience in Paris. Certainly a good value. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. It is a lovely intimate place, with only a half-dozen tables. One of the desserts, a light but crisp pastries filled with vanilla creme - and ice cream on the side, was one of the tastiest dishes I've eaten in years. read more

Best food we had in Paris. Ate at other high end 3 star Michelin places, but this place had the best overall food imo. The only difference you see with 3 star places is service and wine selection, which for me isn't the biggest priority. The waitress is the wife of the cook, yes only one waitress. So when the place gets busy, it gets a little slow, but she is the sweetest lady ever so I give them the benefit of the doubt. I say order as much as you can because this will be the place you go home talking about. Very unassuming place that blows all expectations out of the water. read more

Superb food. Intimate space. Owners are charming, warm and gracious. One the highlights of our visit to Paris!

Just had an anniversary dinner here last evening and Oh My, what a culinary delite! We had a very early reservation and we were welcomed so warmly by the owner. The dining room is tastefully decorated to feel so lite and airy for such a small space. Everything from our wine suggestion to our dessert was just simply perfect. The starter ravioli is simply to die for! The fusion of sweet potatoe sauce with a delicate thin layer of pasta and the foiis gras inside the ravioli is beyond explosive with flavor. My husband had a seared cut of prime rib that melted in your mouth. No hesitation here on making a reservation.... Just Do It!! read more

Excellent all around. A small restaurant on a small side street, tucked away near the Ecole Militaire. A husband and wife team, she the charming and gracious hostess/waitress, and he the outstanding chef. I had the ravioli with foi gras, though as the chef explained, it wasn't pasta but sweet potato sliced very thinly. To die for. Main course was chicken stuffed with foi gras (sensing a trend here) wrapped with filo dough on a bed of black rice (who knew there was such a thing). Perfectly cooked though just a tad salty. Portions were just right, though I could have eaten dozens of the ravioli. Since it was not too busy, the chef was able to come up and talk to us. A very pleasant young man from Columbia who obviously knows what he is doing. read more

Mariette - "Ravioli" with Foi Gras - French Near Me - Paris 07, 75

Beautiful food presented with care. Very thoughtful owners who have really made a tight space feel welcoming.

What an amazing hidden gem. Close to Eiffel Tower, easy metro access. Made my Paris experience complete. It is small and modern in decor, but the owners/chef make it a warm and welcoming place. The food will satisfy the biggest foodie, the wine selection is just right and the desserts were perfect. read more

This was my food highlight during my Paris trip. I took my mother here for her birthday dinner and we were not disappointed. The restaurant resides on a small side street, so that combined with my geographically challenged self, took some time to find. As a result I unfortunately missed my reservation by about 20 minutes. The owner/host however, was still gracious and very understanding and was able to seat us and still treated us with utmost courtesy and excellent service throughout the night. This was much appreciated, especially since the place is rather small with only a handfull of tables and restaurant quickly became very busy with a line patrons waiting out the door. Aside from the excellent service, the food was phenomenal! I had the salmon which was probably the best salmon I've ever had. Seriously. The taste of the fish was so pure and fresh, it was almost like I was eating sashimi since the flavor of the fish came through so cleanly, but the fish was definitely cooked all the way through while remaining very tender and moist. My mind was so delightlfully confused. It sat atop a large ritz-craker looking pastry, which stayed delishusly crispy/flakey during the entire course. The gnocchi salad I had was also delicious, but filling. To top it off I had a sort of deconstructed creamsicle - a martini glass of sliced mandarins, with a side of mousse/cream. Very light and refreshing. This place still remains as one of my fondest memories of Paris (it's been 4 months since my trip) and I'd definitely come here again if I had the chance! read more

A really good restaurant! Really friendly and the food is delicious! As entrance I pick the foi gras ravioli and was one of the best thing I ever eat! And for the dish I pick a fish lotte and was awesome also! Is a good place for romantic dinner for sure! read more

Everything comes out perfectly cooked and stunning to look at. The food is fantastic and the service could not be more welcoming and warm. We were treated by the hostess with such care and attention, she made us feel like we were guests in her own home. At the end of the meal the chef came out to see if everything was to our liking, he was so friendly and ready to have a friendly conversation. And of course he could not have done any better. I recommend the escargot raviloli, I could have eaten a bowl of the spinach creme it comes in. I had the fish, which was seared so nicely on the outside and just melted on the inside. The mille feuille dessert was the perfect finale to my meal, pastry perfectly carmelized with sugar on the outside and filled with just the right amount of cream and the accompanying caramel ice cream was manifique. At the end of the meal our hostess would not let us leave without a digestif, so sweet and warm in the belly, made sweeter by her instisting smile and willingness to share. We wanted to come back the next evening. read more

simply the best. simplemente el mejor. it will be hard to forget the unique flavors and loving service that got at this place. making reservations was so easy and the staff was actually super nice. they are scholars and lovers of french cuisine and culture. their love for the food and people of france manifests in every detail of this restaurant. when you leave after a brilliant dinner you discover that you have made new friends. this is definitely the place that will be around for many years to come...seriously, .if you are in paris, just go to Mariette. read more

This is a wonderful hidden gem just off Rue Cler. The food is creative and delicious. The service is friendly and helpful. The chef is an artist. Everything from appetizers to desserts are wonderful. We will be back. read more

Perfect romantic meal! The chorizo filled lamb was the best lamb I have ever tasted. The couple who owns the restaurant were very kind and personable. It is a small place tucked away on a side street and should not be missed when you are in Paris. Desserts were delicious as well. read more

Delicious, from top to bottom. Small, intimate but not stuffy environment. Delectable food - ravioli, lamb, dessert - excellent!!!!