Philippe Excoffier

The soufflé was fantastic. We each had a savory soufflé and ended with a shared dessert soufflé…read more Frankly just skip all and go straight to dessert soufflé, get each one and end sharing one, haha. Service was friendly and professional. Lovely old Parisian space.

It is somewhat cliche but I love Le Souffle. It is always consistently good. These are hearty rich…read moresouffles not the light as air ones Their cheese souffle and foie souffles are amazing. Don't pass up on their dessert ones as well... the chocolate and Grand Marnier are both excellent

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Cheese soufflé + chicken & mushroom sauce

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Goat cheese souffle

Ferdi

4.0(177 reviews)

Lovely little place with other locations in London, Geneva, Riyadh, and Kuwait. Very extensive…read moremenu. Amazing cocktails- especially the cucumber gin concoction. We sat by the bar and the bartender was quite skilled. Lots of chotskies throughout. Dinner of Black Angus Pastrami on cornbread toasts. And, their Foie Gras (very mild). Both were perfect. You can pass on their French fries as they appear to be a frozen version (McDonalds?) Make sure to get a reservation but don't pay attention to the "SMS only" note on their web site. We never received a response and they said they only take WhatsApp.

Definitely one of the best burgers I've had. Worth the hype. Service was great. Ambience is really…read morecool and unique. For sure coming back on my next trip I still think about this burger!

3.2 km•Châtelet/Les Halles, 1er

Bar

Mac and cheese and French fries

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Le Comptoir de la Gastronomie

4.5(1.5k reviews)

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!

2.1 km•Place Vendôme, 1er

He said was very good

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Bread and pate with foie gras.

Au Petit Bar

4.4(20 reviews)

Spectacular. Cash only. Owner seems super nice. Food was solid, basic but good. A little pricy, but…read morein a very pricy neighborhood and one of the cheapest options we found. A lovely quiet spot. Not a ton of street noise.

Such a sweet, no frills place to grab a drink and socialize with the locals. The owner & family…read morewere just lovely. We loved practicing our French and enjoyed conversing with all who wanted to practice their English over great wine. We will return!

2.0 km•Place Vendôme, Concorde/Madeleine, 1er

Dessert de jour. Mama strawberry tarte

Adentro

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L'Ardoise

4.1(213 reviews)

I am a self-professed Francophile who has been visiting Paris several times a year for many years…read more Without fail, I drag a group of friends to L'Ardoise on every trip. The menu changes with whatever the chef finds at the markets that day, and it never disappoints. Every meal showcases ingredients at their freshest, prepared with creativity, restraint, and a deep respect for classic French cuisine. What keeps drawing me back, however, is more than the food. There is an authenticity here that has become increasingly rare. The dishes are never contrived or designed for social media. Instead, they celebrate the simple elegance of French cooking, where impeccable ingredients and flawless execution speak for themselves. If you want to experience the kind of neighborhood bistro Parisians treasure, rather than a restaurant catering primarily to tourists, L'Ardoise is as close to perfect as it gets.

Friendly staff. Food…read morewas so so... bit salty to my taste, but good overall... I would say nothing stood out..

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Beef and veal cheek... like a more tender meat loaf... so so

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Les Antiquaires

4.4(570 reviews)

Great atmosphere and food is out of this world ....when In Paris must get French onion soup …read more... This was incredible

Good food ! Nice. Atmosphere was a vibe ! You can people watch ! The sauce to the prawns wow chefs…read morekiss !!

2.3 km•Palais Royal/Musée du Louvre, 1er

Cheese plate

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Escargot

La Cordonnerie

4.7(112 reviews)

Wow! We had such a lovely dinner at La Cordonnerie. We're so glad we found this restaurant through…read morereviews. The atmosphere is intimate and comfortable. We loved watching Chef Hugo cooking. Plus, what he prepared was delicious! We started with the ravioli appetizer we see so often recommended. Excellent! Dinners were a beef dish and a chicken dish. Both were amazing! In addition, dessert featuring a pear mouse was wonderful! Prices are for the good and wines were very fair. As you can guess, we highly recommend La Cordonnerie!

I love small cozy restaurants in Paris. This one is truly a gem. We had a reservation at 19:00…read moreand we were the second party to arrive. There are two tables essentially in the kitchen (a true "Chef's Table" arrangement) and maybe 6 tables in the adjoining room. We were welcomed warmly. Deborah was the hostess and server. Chef Hugo is visible in the kitchen, working very hard to make everything just perfect. They brought bread immediately (my husband loved the sliced baguette--it was perfect and chewy as it should be, but not hard). We ordered a bottle of wine, a Macon Villages, which was perfect. I had the cucumber salad appetizer, which was so fresh. My husband ordered the ravioli appetizer--tiny little rectangles in a scrumptious sauce--a work of art. I ordered the fish and shrimp plate. The sauce was amazing and it was a huge portion of tender white fish. My husband had the lamb with frites. It was nicely seasoned & perfectly done. For dessert, my husband enjoyed a chocolate treat and I had refreshing raspberry sorbet. Deborah was so friendly and solicitous throughout the meal. I have never felt so well taken care of. (I have seen some comments from people who are unhappy that they can't just walk in. They don't appear to understand that there is only one seating. People arrive when they do and they linger. Empty tables seen from the street do not mean the place is not fully booked. Make a reservation well ahead of time. It is worth it!)

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Chef's table

Foie Gras

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Veal

Le Petit Vendôme

4.2(241 reviews)

There is a reason that this is now tik tok famous (unfortunately). There is a line for…read moresandwiches.... But it's worth it!!! They are delicious. The bread is crispy and the butter is slathered on, and the ham finishes it off. Don't stop at one get an extra to share, you will not regret it!

Le Petit Vendôme is one of those places you'll see all over social media and travel guides, often…read morepraised for serving one of the best sandwiches in Paris. Naturally, we had to see what all the excitement was about. ambience has that old-school Parisian bistro feel We ordered their best sellers and while both sandwiches were made with quality ingredients, fresh bread, and generous fillings, they just didn't live up to the expectations. They were good, but they weren't the kind of sandwiches that make you stop after the first bite and think, this is amazing. I honestly don't understand the hype. After waiting in line, I expected something truly memorable, but it turned out to be just a good sandwich, nothing more. If you happen to pass by when there's little or no queue, it's worth trying. But if there's a long line, I'd skip it and head to one of the many other excellent sandwich shops in Paris. For me, the wait simply wasn't justified.

4.3 km•Gare du Nord/La Chapelle, Strasbourg-St Denis/Bonne Nouvelle, 10ème

Inside

Pistachio crème brûlée

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Jambon Beurre sandwich - considered the best in Paris

Brasserie Bellanger

4.7(94 reviews)

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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Kitchen

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

Café Mademoiselle

3.9(38 reviews)

My expectations for Café Mademoiselle were low. It was late in the lunch hour and the place I…read moreinitially chose was already closed. Café Mademoiselle was nearby, had a sidewalk full of diners, and I grabbed a table quickly, fearful of getting shut out of lunchtime offerings entirely. I should know better than to order a salad in Paris. Not that they'e bad, simply that they're quite different than California salads. Quite different and not as appealing in my opinion. But another dish was also ordered at my table, an unusual choice for the two of us dining there. It was a special of the day, Araignee de Porc (23€), and not something I'd personally have chosen. It was delicious. French chefs know what to do with this cut of meat (pork) and I was wowed. The salad (Salad Nicoise, 23€) was almost forgotten as the pork dish took center stage. Service here is terse. The restroom is down a steep flight of stairs. The place serves many tourists, and does so in a manner that doesn't inspire one to harbor overly fond memories. But here's the recipe for success: find out what the chef's special is that day and order that. That's how you do Café Mademoiselle.

The onion soup is delicious!! And finish off with crème brûlée…read more I have gone back every time I have visited Paris. It is a great lunch spot if you are out walking around.

This name is magical.

Duck confit & Moët Chandon.

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Moët Chandon Champagne

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Good service. Nice people. Had heard about this restaurant while ago, and had heard about the chef's book....by accident walked by the restaurant late one evening.... Asked if they could please make a dish of vegetables for me...ended up having a bit of mushroom, a bit of spinach and lots of potatoes...nicely done, beautifully done but i meant real veggies!!! read more

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