Food offered and ambiance are lovely. I try to stop here every time I am in town. The spices,…read moreoils, vinegars and chocolates have been delicious.

I love this store and have been shopping there for years. It is currently closed (as of late…read moreAugust) for remodel and will re-open with a new name - EP!C. I cannot wait to see what is offered when the store opens again.

Excellent cafe. The food was fresh and delicious. The owner was very helpful in choosing food…read more Highly recommended.

Lovely restaurant with a splendid atmosphere. I don't speak any French but the owners helped me…read morenavigate the menu based on what I was feeling, and it was delicious. Coffee was wonderful and the people were lovely.

Really excellent vegetarian food -- bright, fresh, flavorful. I eat meat but my body was screaming…read morefor beta carotene. I had the sweet potatoes in a light cream sauce (I'm sure you could skip the sauce) and tofu balls (think falafel balls) on a base of yellow lentils with a generous portion of charred broccoli. Best cheap meal I've had in Paris.

Two words: Food. Poisoning…read more I tried calling this place to let them know I got food poisoning from eating there last night. There was no answer, during open hours. I've only had food poisoning once before, many years ago. Typically food poisoning kicks in between 4-6 hours after eating something bad. Like clockwork, 4 hours after eating there, I started to experience nausea and stomach cramping. I went to bed, hoping I would sleep it off and was jolted awake within an hour with violent and turbulent food poisoning. I'm wiped out. I ate food at their hot bar, which maybe the food was sitting for too long, all day? I don't know, but there was a little mouse running around on the floor and I told the staff about it. They said it was typical and hard to take care of. I feel bad for writing this review, as I know as a small business, how important good reviews are. Plus, the staff were overall super nice. And I love that they have gluten free and dairy free options and everything's organic. But I went to hell and back last night, after eating there and it's disrupted my vacation. Super unfortunate.

Seeking a unique coffee experience (and some good espresso after a morning at the Musée d'Orsay),…read morewe set out to try the oldest coffee roaster in Paris, Cafe Verlet. I immediately knew I was in the right place when we arrived - the cafe appeared as if it were in a snapshot from another era. From the window, I spotted an impressive display of jewel-toned jellied fruits and a coffee counter where you could purchase fresh beans and jams. The cozy seating area had a few tables set close together, and we were fortunate to be seated at the last open table. I ordered the cafe au lait, and my mom ordered the cafe glacé. The cafe au lait was brought out in an espresso mug and a pot of steamed milk - this way, you could add the desired amount of milk to your espresso. The espresso tasted smooth, and the milk was whipped to the perfect cloud-like consistency. I also tried a sip of my mom's cafe glacé, which was sweet and refreshing (the iced option also comes with a side of simple syrup). As a finishing touch, each beverage was delivered with a small square of chocolate. While pricier than a coffee at a typical cafe, this was one of the best cafe au lait I have ever tasted and worth every Euro. After savoring our coffee, we tried a few of the jellied fruits, which were sweet as honey and very decadent. We agreed that this was one of the coolest coffee experiences, as it truly felt like taking a journey back in time.

Cafe Verlet was outstanding. It was a few minutes away from our hotel and opened at 10 on a…read moreSaturday (Yelp hours are incorrect). It's a very cozy shop like most Parisian restaurants so be prepared to sit inches next to your neighbor. My husband ordered the cafe allonge (Americano) which was served with a double shot of espresso and hot water on the side. I ordered a noisette (macchiato) which was perfect and beautifully made. Since it was the first bite of the day, he ordered the slice of toasted brioche with butter and homemade jam, while I ordered the bread basket with butter and jam. Their jam was amazing and grape I think, based on the seeds, color, and light taste. The butter was served warm with one small baguette of white and a square ciabatta roll that tasted like wheat. They sell jams, honey, cookies, coffee beans, and teas to go, and are in no hurry to rush you out of there. Enjoy the drinks, relax, and take your time.

So so place, just for the average selections with moderate quality with high price. One thing I am…read moremystified is why Japanese workers there are always very grumpy with no efforts to smile, especially middle age guy at the cashier.

Great Japanese supermarket where you can buy hard to find items like wonton wrappers, soba noodles,…read morekombu, panko bread crumbs, nice looking tofu (harder to find than you might think!), baby bok choi, etc. I also got my hands on some seriously delicious fresh okra - score! The staff was friendly enough and happy to help customers find items in the store. I've been doing some more vegan cooking and Kioko is definitely going to be a staple for me going forward. There are French-language labels on everything so no need to read Japanese to find what you're looking for. Don't miss the top floor - the stairs leading up to it are nestled to the right of the cashier.

Beautiful little cafe on the left bank in St Germain du pris neighborhood. Sit outside or on the…read more patio for the best views with great people watching. As for the food and service...that leaves a lot to be desired. Took 20 minutes for a glass of wine. My husband ordered the Onion Soup. 12 euros and it was not only expensive, small, but it was bland and no taste. A glass of wine, or a coffee, and the view... that's the only thing here.

A normal tourist cafe in a spectacular location…read more Right at the Place de Saint Sulpice looking at Saint Sulpice One of the most picturesque churches in Paris. The church contains the organ Widor played all his life. His organ symphonies were composed for THAT organ. If there is either a church service or an organ concert at Saint Sulpice - Just go. Period. As for the cafe, Don't plan to have a major meal here. But for sitting, having a coffee or a glass of wine and looking at the view, It is hard to beat. The neighborhood is filled with Latin Quarter artists, intellectuals and fakers looking like artists and intellectuals. The balance of tourists and French in their arty clothes is 40-60. So there is a lot to see if you just want to people watch. If you want to look less like a tourist, and more like an artist or an intellectual, a) Wear a scarf (foulard). Looking at everyone around you will show you how to wear it. b) Read a book in French. or at least look like you are reading a book in French. There are a zillion bookstores around from which you can get something with an impressive title and cover graphic. Holding the book upside down or Reading "The 100 Best Restaurants in Paris" Will blow the plan. Buying books "The 100 Best Restaurants in Paris" can be a great deal ... Since the books in French take you to less touristy places than the books in English. You don't have to understand all the words. Just look at the name, the address, the pictures and how many $$$$ are at the top. But read that one in the privacy of your hotel room as if it were a guide to overcoming erectile dysfunction. At the Cafe de la Mairie, better to be reading "Surmonter La Crise Ecologique: Vers un Critique du Productivisme" or "Incendie Sur Six Continents: L'Evolution de Hip-Hop Mondial". A good scarf and a glass of red wine and you are in business.

Surprisingly, cheapest place to get Japanese groceries.read more

This shop is very nice. They have everything, I found my favorite Japanese cookies and they staff…read moreis very kind and if you have problems with French there is a guy that speaks perfect English.