We found this spot one rainy evening in 2019. No reservation and sat the bar. What ensued was…read moremagical, which is fitting for a magical city. I've referred multiple people here and everyone loved the experience. This was my third, but certainly not final visit to the legendary Robert et Louise. I'm now rocking their merch. You know what it is, gang-gang. Cuisine: 5/5. Fromage? Steak? Whiskey. Wine. Dessert. All these basics are done exceptionally well, superb, you might say. Beverages: 5/5. Ask the staff for a pairing of whiskey or wine with your meal and enjoy the ride. Service/Ambiance: 5/5. Make a reservation. Yes, make a reservation. Sit at the bar or take whatever they have available if you happen to "drop in." Be cool. The legendary OG Anthony Bourdain dug this place, so don't be a demanding American. Buen provecho.

I wandered into Robert et Louise on a Monday night and was lucky enough to snag a seat at the bar…read more It turned out to be perfect timing--they were completely booked and turning people away, most of them fellow Americans. One couple even tried to reserve a table for later in the week, only to be told there were no openings at all. When I mentioned my surprise to the bartender, he smiled and explained that Anthony Bourdain had featured Robert et Louise on his show, which brought them international fame. I had no idea when I walked in--it was pure luck. Fame aside, it's easy to see why the restaurant remains so beloved: the food is simple, rustic, and outstanding. I started with escargot, followed by a perfectly cooked steak with roasted potatoes and a crisp green salad. The true test of a great restaurant is how well it executes the basics--and here, they were exceptional. Tip: make a reservation in advance. This place fills up fast for good reason.

Great empanadas, perfectly cooked Ribeye Steak. Service was…read moregood but waited 30 min to pay... not sure why. others paid very swiftly. . So I figured I'd write a review.. if you have time and you enjoy a good steak venture out.

I came to Santa Carne with my boyfriend--we were staying at a nearby hotel and thought this would…read morebe a great spot for dinner. We were right! Very friendly servers (even when your preferred language is English) & delicious food. There were plenty of other patrons, but we were able to grab a table without a reservation. Very welcoming experience overall. We started with empanadas which we were so, so good. 100% try those if you come by--I really enjoyed the spinach one. For entrees, both I and my boyfriend ate the steak which was delicious--wine and cocktails too. Certainly would return to keep trying more of the food.

An outstanding, super-friendly brasserie…read more While it's a wee bit cozy inside, you'll dice with smiles on your face. Not just because the food is excellent, but the staff are warm and kind. We started with the pate de campange served with cornichon, as well as the obligatory escargot. Both were great starters, but wish they weren't out of the bone marrow (yum). I had a wonderful beouf tartare. The beef was superbly fresh and seasoned more the French style. They offered Tabasco and Worcestershire if I wanted it, but it was perfect as-is. T My wife had the onglet and it was divine. Perfectly med rare on the French scale, and again, perfectly seasoned. The frites on both dishes as well as the salad were great. As we got to know the staff, now our friends Liloo, Mahmoud, and Otto, we were chatting it up for a bit. They gave us some Chartreuse at the end of the meal on the house. Never had it before but it was like sipping an herb garden. So delish. Thank you my friends for looking out for us and helping us have a wonderful meal.

Food was amazing with great customer service. This was recommended my locals and it was perfect…read more Super cozy and not touristy.

5 star dining experience for taste and quality. However, with that said, the ONLY dinner items…read morethey serve are steak (with gravy - kind of mustardy taste) and fries. Your starter is a salad with a mild horseradishy sauce. All items are simple and delicious. There are about 12 dessert choices that are NOT included in the dinner price. We had three different items and they were all delicious. About 8€ each. If you want to get seated when you are hungry, you need to get in line outside 30 to 45 minutes in advance. The service is very friendly and quick. The restaurant is nice but comfortable nice not fancy smancy. Go and enjoy!

I'm going to be the party pooper here but the food was horrible. The line was a bit long at 10pm…read morebut it moved quickly. I didn't mind the wait if the food was good, but it wasn't the case for me. The mustard dressing salad was ok but the steak was so dry and I could eat only 3 slices. The waitress was very nice. She encouraged me to eat more but I just couldn't. I told her that I would skip the second plate. She actually packed the leftover for me but the food which didn't taste good then wouldn't taste good later, either. I had a bite of the steak later but I still didn't like it. The wine also tasted like water. We just laughed how bad everything was. This place is popular among tourists and I fell for it. Anyway I thought I should share my experience.

You will wait in a very long line, and it will be worth it. After waiting an hour for a table on a…read moreSunday night, I was very pleased with the food, the service, and the atmosphere in the restaurant. And the price (29 euros) is pretty great! Once you're finally inside, the staff is super nice and efficient (it helps having only a few things on the menu), and the salad is very refreshing after waiting so long to eat. The house red wine is very good, too. The steak comes rare, medium, or well done. If you usually go for medium-rare like I do, I recommend going rare. It was perfectly pink on the inside but still had a good bite. The steak is excellent, and the sauce is to die for. And the French fries? Out of this world. It may seem a little gimmicky that they refill your plate, but you'll be so happy with how good the food is, it doesn't matter. I used the fries to scrape the plate clean. I was sadly too stuffed to try the dessert, but it looked fantastic. Definitely recommend getting to the restaurant before they open and waiting out the line -- the steak and fries are more than worth it!

I redo my review. My wife went and SHE waited…read more (She called when it was time.) About half the people are irritated as they leave here. As I was the first time. But you know what? I am changing my mind by 2 stars. Its a gimmick but I enjoyed it. Sitting outside in Paris with a thin little piece of steak with a very nice sauce with some french fries soaking up all of the (everything) is not a bad way to spend a night. Oui?

Ordered the Gourmande for delivery. In that order you get two meats which I chose steak and the…read moretandoori chicken and fries. The meats were cooked perfectly. They were tender, juicy, and flavorful. I ordered two dipping sauces, the Roquefort which was blue cheesy and rich and Poivre which had a nice black pepper flavor. The fries were good and were still crisp even with the delivery time. I liked how instead of a fork, it came with little tongs. It was a very convenient utensil.

Absolutely worth the metro ride across town and .5 mile walk in the rain for this dinner! While the…read morestaff didn't speak English they directed us to a English menu w/ pictures and we were able to order our 2 meat basket with drinks. We had been following La Brigade on instagram the 9 months leading up to our trip because the pictures looked so great. The steak and chicken were really spectacular. The meat was cooked perfectly. The sauces (chimichurri and pepper) were fantastic also but really not needed the meat is that good. And honestly, the fries were better than some of the bistros we stopped at during the week. Just go here. You will not be disappointed!

It's hard to stray too far from great food in Paris, so it's often the service that sets…read morerestaurants apart. We arrived one hour early (Yelps opening hours say 6pm, it's actually 7pm) and Constantine graciously explained the situation, however seeing that we are tourists and it was my wife's birthday, he seated us in the bar, brought champagne and a meat platter. We had the place to ourselves for one hour with champagne and a tasting board of delicious meat! At 7pm we were moved to the upstairs dining area. We don't usually take our time at restaurants however we ended up staying for 3 hours, talking with Constantine and dining on incredible meals. The food here is as good as any of the many restaurants in Paris which offer exceptional cuisine. The wine was incredible and the service was unparalleled. Highly recommend the Butchers of Paname for a dining experience. And to top it off they brought my wife a brownie cake with a candle at the end of the night for her birthday

Best steak I have had in Europe. If you are in Paris this is a must stop for dinner. I live in…read moreStuttgart, Germany and I will probably plan another trip to Paris just so I can dine here again.

So fucking good, this hit so hard, It was possibly one of the best meals I have had in a while.read more

Good food, pleasant service, but on the main drag and nothing inspiring. I kept feeling like I was…read moregoing to be hit by a bus from the stop in front of the place.

Freddy's is a must visit for incredible food, excellent wine, a warm ambiance, and an even better…read morestaff. Be sure to ask for Julian, his recommendations are outstanding, and he'll make sure you're well taken care of. Whether you're a local in Paris or visiting from abroad, this spot is absolutely worth experiencing. You won't be disappointed.

came here on the recommendation of a french friend…read more not sure what to expect. arrived here at around 4.30pm and was pretty empty. was politely told their kitchen won't open till 6.30pm. wasn't sure if I could last so long, to be honest. ordered a glass of champagne to start. followed by a mix cheese plate, jamon serrano and some olives. rustic bread basket accompanied them. mainly high bar stools seating, not the best for big groups. especially not when it gets crowded after their kitchen starts churning out tapas. another glass of white and red later, i surprised myself for having stayed so long. almost long enough to order some tapas perhaps? a request to have a look at their kitchen menu was turned down. she will only let me have it at 6.20pm. fine.... when I finally get my hands on it, I immediately ordered at 6.30pm. the carrot beignets and the lamb sweetbreads. not sure what happened after...... tick, tick, tick..... i was pretty sure i was the first to order? everyone else started to get their food. was patient and waited for a bit before enquiring. a surprised male server looked into it. crickets...... further food arrivals for all patrons around me! enquired again and again with three other ladies including the gal who took my order. finally, my beignets arrived. it was ok but way past my bedtime! alas, the sweetbreads came almost an hour after i initially placed my order, which didn't even come close to any good sweetbreads i've had many times prior! just couldn't bring myself to finish it....... sorry but even though they said they would comp one of my wines(was the champagne), i have already made up my mind that all they will get is a middling grade. not sure if i would recommend them to you. but if you are in the area and needed a tipple, sure, else look elsewhere. p.s. further service recovery in the form of another glass of red was poured my way, perhaps a little too late?

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