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    Mon Paul

    3.8 (26 reviews)
    PriceyFrench
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Quiet
    Dressy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Duck with mashed potatoes
    J J C.

    Excellent food. Excellent staff. Fair prices. We had the escargot, the grilled asparagus and the duck. All were delicious. Great atmosphere and a wonderful classic Paris cafe. Highly recommended!

    Chocolate mousse
    Clarice H.

    Great fancy atmosphere for dinner/drinks! We stopped by after dinner actually for dessert and wine, but we were not disappointed. We were able to grab an outdoors table with a great view of the courtyard. The menu was pretty expansive and their dessert options were sophisticated and not too elaborate, which I really like. I asked the waiter for his recommendation for dessert and he recommended the creme brûlée, ice cream sandwich, chocolate mousse, and dark/white chocolate terrine with pistachio glaze. I picked the last one and it was 10 euros. My mom ordered the chocolate mousse. The desserts came really quickly and they were just gorgeous! I found the chocolate portion of the terrine to be decadent and sweet, maybe a bit too sweet. The white chocolate portion didn't taste much like white chocolate and the texture was kind of strange, but overall reallygood. The pistachio glaze though, that was what brought this dessert to another level! It tasted like melted pistachio ice cream but better.. omg I loved that stuff. This was kind of expensive, but the desserts were very elegant and high quality.

    My grandparents ate here over 30 years ago on a trip to Paris. As a result, we decided it would be fun to stop by for dinner on our recent trip. The service was amazing, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect. We speak limited French at best but the waitstaff was plenty willing to help us out. They even took the time to explain what a couple things were when the English menu wasn't quite clear. I loved my dinner here and can't wait to go back!

    Michelle A.

    I would definitely visit again. Delightful staff, Lucas was friendly and pointed out the framed first menu of the restaurant which was over 200 years old. He was happy to ask the chef when we had questions about ingredients in the risotto. The restaurant is located in a beautiful hidden square called Place Dauphine, and so was not overcrowded when we unexpectedly arrived with 9 starving people. They managed to seat us at two adjacent tables without any fuss or eyebrow wagging. They do take reservations and if you have a larger party, you would want to make them. This is not a casual dining experience, it offers white tablecloths, slightly upscale pricing and guests can linger. Mon Paul serves typical French size portions (Small). It was very quiet when we arrived and with nine noisy Americans, it soon reached normal levels, though we whispered the first five minutes. People eating nearby were friendly, also from other countries, so we do not know if it is popular with locals. Also, the menu was in French and English, which leads me to believe it is more for travelers. Onto the food, it was eye candy, and impressive. The foie gras was amazing, you must try it. The escargot were superb and the best we had the entire trip, with the tastiest sauce. We had the Sardines à l'huile et pains toastés, which were of good size and very fresh. I ordered the aiguilettes de carnard marinees which are marinated slivers of duck and honestly, it was four small slivers with foie gras risotto in crispy egg roll wrappers. Though the duck was tasty, it was not a meal. Sadly, the risotto was a miss. The main dishes are the size of appetizers, so I would definitely get a starter and an entree if you want to walk away feeling satisfied. Others in our party had the filet with the foie gras and that was a luscious dish. The Duo de Homard et Rouget (lobster and red mullet) were dainty and delectable. The size of the lobster and mullet were like large crayfish, just a taste more than a meal, though the sauce was AMAZING and everyone kept bringing their bread to that plate. The Filet mignon de voau au tard (veal tenderloin) was also delicious, but not enough food for an American man. Again, make sure you get a starter. We had an appealing wine, a 2014 La Cazes Bellevue St Emilion from Bordeaux, France which we were only charged $24 a bottle for. Wine is definitely cheaper in France so live it up and try everything. It sells for $20 a bottle in most US places though in a restaurant, obviously, they would charge much more. The ONLY issue I had with Mon Paul was the lack of crumbing the table. The waiter did not whisk away the crumbs and I do not know if that is customary or not. There were no bread plates, so the table does get crumby.

    Escargot was perfect!

    I made a reservation for a very late dinner on a rainy July evening - and was told to arrive before 10pm. We arrived a few minutes before 10:00 but a RUDE (younger) waitress rejected us; thankfully, the very kind Mme. Véronique had the heart to welcome me & my daughter, and she was able to accommodate us for dinner. If not for her, our night in Paris would've been ruined! When they say Parisians are rude, they're not always right - except for heartless people like the RUDE YOUNGER waitress at Restaurant Paul that evening of Thursday, July 18, 2019! She would be FIRED if that were here in the USA - such unacceptable treatment of a potential paying customer (just looking for a place to dine on a rainy night)! My cousin has recommended this restaurant for years, and I'm glad we were finally able to go; if you go, I hope that young witch will no longer be there, and I hope Mme. Véronique continues to welcome guests to their fine restaurant! MERCI BEAUCOUP, Mme. Véronique!!!

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    The best dinner I have in Paris and there were a lot of good ones. The sea bass and the chocolate mousse were incredible. A MUST!!!!

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    Without a doubt some of the best fish I have ever eaten, 10/10 would eat here multiple times over again

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    “I'll start by noting that I'm an American foodie who lives in Paris near Place Dauphine, where this restaurant is located.”

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    Le Comptoir de la Gastronomie - An amazing French onion soup...

    Le Comptoir de la Gastronomie

    4.5(1.5k reviews)
    0.9 km•Châtelet/Les Halles, 1er
    •€€

    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!

    Get the tasting menu and bone marrow (they're famous for duck and foie gras). Good overall if not…read moreexceptional French food. However, the portions were more than expected considering it was gourmet. We couldn't finish our entrees. Good spot for French brunch as it is a top fine-food grocer and deli. Sit outside on the sidewalk. There is an awning/umbrella to block out the sun which was great on a hot day. Note founded in 1894!

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    Le Comptoir de la Gastronomie - He said was very good

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    Bread and pate with foie gras.

    Brasserie Bellanger - Couldn't decide between the Bernaise sauce or garlic herb butter so got both!

    Brasserie Bellanger

    4.7(94 reviews)
    2.8 km•Gare du Nord/La Chapelle, Strasbourg-St Denis/Bonne Nouvelle, 10ème

    Oh my goodness, what a find! We stopped here for no better reason than our apartment was right…read morearound the corner and we were in the mood for a nice French lunch. Such good luck! I started with the free-range eggs with mayo, and my wife started with the leeks with vinaigrette. The eggs were delicious, but the leeks may have been the best preparation I've ever had in my life. For our main courses, she had the egg muffin, and I had the sausage and mash. Our meal was superb. Whoever is in the kitchen has clearly learned the art of French cuisine well. Service was fantastic, the people-watching (we ate al fresco) was fantastic, and I simply couldn't think of a way to make this a better meal.

    How was flying out Charles de Gaulle Airport the next day and I just arrived from Frankfurt Germany…read moreby train when I looked up a French restaurant near the Gard du Nords train station and found BB. Luca was my server and he was very welcoming in hospitable to this weary traveler. I sat on the patio towards the end of the row so I could take in the atmosphere and people watch a bit. Luca Recommended a meal with a mashed potatoes and sausage with French bread and salad and it sounded tasty so I gave it a go! All the flavors went well together; mashed potatoes were well seasoned the sausage had a good flavor, and the salad with the vinaigrette added a crunch in an extra flavor as well. I drank a French hard cider while I gobbled up my meal, which also was new for me and tasted great after I was done my meal. Luke brought me a shot with rum and some other ingredients, including lemon that definitely hit the spot after a good meal.I recommend Brasserie Belanger for anyone near GDN Train Station that enjoys great food and patio dining. Cheers!

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    Brasserie Bellanger - Une parfaite latte (OK it was a cappuccino but still gorgeous)

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    Une parfaite latte (OK it was a cappuccino but still gorgeous)

    Bistro des Augustins - Fermier

    Bistro des Augustins

    4.4(567 reviews)
    0.2 km•Saint-Michel/Odéon, 6ème
    •€€

    Found the Bistro on Yelp and made reservations for 8:30pm for dinner with my son while we were in…read moreParis on our way to Germany. Just finished a long bike ride to the Eiffel Tower and worked up an appetite. Decided to go straight to the main course. They are known for Au Gratins. My son is not a cheese fan so he opted for the norvigene (smoked salmon in dill lemon and EVOO. I decided to stick with the house specialty; Landais Au Gratin (cream potatoes, duck breast and emmental cheese). The 2 German girls beside me ordered a cider with both their meals so I followed their lead. When in Paris...... Considering the temperature, I almost second-guess myself and ordered something other than their house specialty of au gratin potatoes. In the end, I was very glad I overruled that thought. Brody enjoyed his meal. He just appeared to still be hungry when it was done and a 16 year-old boy that normally has a high caloric intake, I can understand why he wanted a second meal after eating his first! The restaurant in the patio were quite crowded even though we had reservations. They still sat us within five minutes of arrival. Not that five minutes is a long time to wait, but it was still worth the wait as good as the food tasted. We both enjoyed our meals.

    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.

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    Bistro des Augustins - Sunday dinner @ The Bistro!

    Sunday dinner @ The Bistro!

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    Assiette de saumon fumé

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    Chez Janou - prawns in wine sauce

    Chez Janou

    4.1(710 reviews)
    1.8 km•Bastille, Marais, 3ème
    •€€

    my favorite restaurant in Paris they got the four of us in with no reservation tight spacing i had…read morea watermelon salad and we all loved everything yes, we got the mousse this is a well-run restaurant

    Friday lunch was an absolute beauty…read more The food? Fantastic. The wait times? Let's just say we're in Paris, not a Formula 1 pit lane. We'll leave it at that. We headed to Chez Janou, a Paris institution. I hadn't been in years, but my son insisted we go back because, according to him, they have the best chocolate mousse in Paris. Judging by the lineup, half the city; and every tourist with an Instagram account showed up. Thankfully we had a 2pm reso. Here's the thing, though. Everyone talks about the mousse, but the food deserves just as much attention. I'd also forgotten how much I love the 3rd arrondissement. Wander a few minutes from the restaurant and you'll find beautiful art galleries, a gorgeous little park, and some of the best boutique shopping in Paris. It's one of those neighbourhoods where you accidentally walk 15,000 steps without realizing it. Now, here's your game plan. Start with the escargots or the gambas to share. For your main, order the farci provençal or the foie de veau. The farci is like a French version of a stuffed pepper: yummy comfort food with a southern coast twist. As for the foie de veau... I actually ordered it by mistake. I thought I was getting regular veal. Out came veal liver. Best mistake of the day. I love liver. My mom makes an incredible liver and onions, so I'm a tough judge. This was outstanding. Rich, buttery, perfectly cooked and perfectly salted. It was so good I immediately texted my mom and told her she's coming here the next time she's in Paris. Drum roll, please... The chocolate mousse. Was it worth all the hype? Yep. There are no fancy swirls or little artistic desserts here. A server simply walks over carrying what looks like a white industrial-sized bowl of chocolate mousse and casually drops a mountain of it onto your plate. Everyone grabs a spoon and starts digging in. It's wonderfully French. Simple. Unpretentious. Ridiculously good. So yes, Chez Janou lives up to the hype. But don't just come for the mousse. Come for the lunch, stay for the neighbourhood, and spend the afternoon getting happily lost in one of the best corners of Paris. That's a Friday well spent.

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    Chez Janou - Bar vibe

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    Chez Fernand - Roquefort

    Chez Fernand

    4.3(299 reviews)
    0.3 km•Saint-Michel/Odéon, Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, 6ème
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    We did not have a good visit to Chez Fernand. From start to finish, our waiter was terribly…read moreunpleasant and incredibly rude to us, for no reason. We have gone into every place being polite and kind and were met with such hostility. He got even more snippy and rude when we declined to have wine or dessert, when we tried to ask any questions about the menu, even walking away from us while we were in the middle of speaking or asking a question. When he brought us food or drinks he nearly dropped it on the table and quickly sped off. Some other servers seemed nice to other guests, so maybe we got one on a bad day but still we felt really upset and uncomfortable with how we were treated, there is no reason for anyone in the service industry to be so rude especially when we were being so polite. You also get blocked into your seat, and are very close to other guests which is fine but you have to call the waiter to pull your table back out to get up or to go to your seat- to which they begrudgingly do so. The beef bourguignon was tasty, but we did not like how both my and my friend's order were brought in the same pot. This resulted in us having maybe 3 tiny potatoes each and not near as much meat as we hoped for. We were expecting to each have our own dish. This was certainly not worth the 36€ per person price point (nearly $80 USD for the one pot of food), and we left the restaurant still hungry and extremely upset and disappointed by the service. Overall I would not return or recommend.

    May 2026. Popular with tourists. Charming stone wall interiors that is very lively when fully…read moreoccupied. We sat in the back (not the very back), but the front area looks very cozy --mostly reserved for French speakers, it appeared. We ate here twice in one week. Once on our own, and once with friends visiting Paris the same week as us. Two VERY different experiences. The first experience was lovely, friendly, and absolutely delicious. 4.5 stars. Simple classic French cuisine. We shared the mini raviolis stuffed with mushroom and a foie gras sauce. Wow. And shared their famous beef bourguignon. The tender beef, the sauce! I love the way they plate it too. Delicious. And a bottle of Cabernet Franc from Bourgueil (Loire Valley). The second visit (3 star) was very different from the first visit. Less friendly, borderline rude, took a long while for table service even though it was not busy, rolled their eyes about us sharing and at our wine bottle selection. We didn't feel welcomed. Food remains good, but not outstanding. Roll of the dice on service. I'd say if you're in the area and you don't have to wait it'd be worthwhile, otherwise seek a less touristy spot.

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    Chez Fernand - Interior

    Interior

    Chez Fernand - Le légendaire bœuf Bourguignon aux joues de bœuf Black Angus, pommes vapeur.

    Le légendaire bœuf Bourguignon aux joues de bœuf Black Angus, pommes vapeur.

    Chez Fernand - Beef bourguignon

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    Beef bourguignon

    La Jacobine

    La Jacobine

    4.5(422 reviews)
    0.4 km•Saint-Michel/Odéon, Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, 6ème
    •€€€

    IMPORTANT- make sure you have a reservation (made online) however, it's also important that you get…read morea confirmation email. I made one and did not receive a confirmation email so there must have been a glitch in the system and it did not go through. However, we put our name down on a Saturday evening and only had to wait 20 minutes. The place is very small and charming- we set less than a foot away from another couple which made the experience more fun. We were greeted by a great server and he accommodated to our language- we ordered a glass of champagne and a beer then 6 escargot to start. It was fun diving into the culture as well as delicious. The meals were perfect size for us and had so much flavor! We dipped the potatoes from the beef with the ravioli cheese and it was the most delicious combination. I get the buzz about this place, we had such a lovely time as a traveling couple and would go again for the whole meal anymore!

    First of all... I took a chance. It was bitter cold and Saint Germaine passage was crowded. I knew…read moreI'd never get a reservation for after 7pm, but as it was only 4, I decided to take a chance. I really wanted to try the duck. I went inside and in my horrible French asked if I could have "a place port un." The server was so sweet. He sat me at a very warm table and helped me understand the menu. The food was superb. Warning: the duck tajine is very rich. The vegetables were cooked perfectly. The almonds atop the sauce add the perfect touch. More than anything, I was grateful for the kindness and attention to detail and courtesy. People like this server make the world a better place.

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    La Jacobine - Escargot

    Escargot

    La Jacobine - The entrance to the passage from Rue André des Arts (6eme arr) 11/1/23

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    The entrance to the passage from Rue André des Arts (6eme arr) 11/1/23

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