Pierre Sang was pretty good. This was the first time I've done a "blind tasting" where they encourage you to guess the ingredients used. I liked this and I had fun puzzling it out with my friends. We did not do a very good job! It was hard to guess the ingredients and I think they purposefully try to fool you a little. I have photos of each course but I don't remember all the details. We had 6 courses. There was a small starter of a bao bun; mine was markedly less filled than the others on the table, so the proportions were off and I felt shortchanged. Then we had a fish course, a course with savory ice cream and some bread (like cornbread), a mushroom "pate" course, a cheese course (one big slice of cheese), and dessert (ice cream and apricots?). I felt like everything (taste, texture, ingredient quality and variety) were good but not great, especially since they are making things easier on themselves by doing fixed menus. Staff tried to explain what all the dishes and ingredients were, and they did good but not great job. They spoke English but didn't always know the English words for specific ingredients. The ambiance was fine. We were at a long, narrow communal table on the first floor just next to the kitchen and the door. It was a little cold from people coming in and out and a little busy with all the staff moving around. It wasn't the most refined or relaxing atmosphere. read more

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We had an amazing experience at Pierre Sang, unlike any dining experience we have ever had. We went for my husband's 50th birthday and it was such a treat. Everything was innovative and delicious (I'm sure the menu changes regularly). They accommodated my gluten allergy and I had the best gluten free bread that I've ever had (made fresh just for me!). We had an outstanding server who taught us a ton about interesting wines as we opted for the wine pairing too. I read some reviews about price point, but it was much cheaper than Prix Fixe in SF, Chicago and NYC where we dine regularly and the portions were big. The vibe was cozy and we enjoyed walking around the neighborhood before hand. read more

I had an unforgettable experience dining at Pierre Sang. A family friend highly recommended the restaurant, and I booked a reservation about a month in advance. On the day of our reservation, all of the parties for the designated seating time were shown to their tables; once everyone was seated (we were seated in the basement with a few other parties), each course was brought out in an orderly sequence. I will not comment too much on the details of the meal since the menu changes each day and is meant to be a surprise, but each dish was innovative and prepared with fresh ingredients. At a high level, our meal included a fruit appetizer, soup, fish, red meat, cheese, and dessert. One of my favorite parts of the experience was trying to guess the ingredients in each dish - some were quite difficult to guess because they were prepared in untraditional ways with the ingredients transformed beyond visual recognition (e.g., cantaloupe mousse). Each dish was very distinct from the next and provided a balance of flavors, textures, and temperatures. While I'd consider a couple of the dishes to be truly sublime, overall, the unique dining experience was one of the highlights of my trip to Paris. read more

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Best French-Korean fusion restaurant in the area. Staff super friendly and knowledgeable. Good wine recommendations. Funny twist, they let you guess the ingredients after you finished the dish. Pricey but worthless every Euro. Also, ev. Monsieur Sang comes by and says hi and habe a quick chat with you. read more

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One of my favorite meals in Paris so far! I'm a huge fan of Asian fusion, and this exceeded my expectations in taste and presentation. Loved the entire experience of the blind menu where you guess what you are eating before the waiter tells you - makes it very engaging. Incredible value with only 43 euros for 6 courses that leave you incredibly full. Highly recommend coming here in you are in Paris. I made a reservation online and went to the location in Oberkampf. They sat everyone with a 7PM res down at the same time, and served the courses to everyone at roughly the same time based on when you finish, which I thought was fun. Most people sat at the bar, so we actually got to see the chefs make the food. They serve you a basket of warm bread that they refill (so soft on the inside and crispy on the outside). They'll serve it to you and then tell you what was inside after you finish, which made me more mindful of what I was eating. I did have some trouble understanding the waiter sometimes due to the heavy french accent. Cute interior as well - a good mix of modern yet cozy decor, good for a date. 1 - started off with a light salad with fish roe and some crunchy vegetables, lots of textures and flavors 2 - fish with a kimchi paste below and garnished with pickled vegetables 3 - sweet potato puree with tofu (soy sauce, mirin, seasame oil similar to they way my mom makes it) and wasabi peas, tasted like my childhood so this was probably my favorite dish 4 - braised beef with pickled onion paste, roasted vegetables, samjang (beef wasn't as soft as I expected though) 5 - goat cheese with honey yuzu sauce (similar to the honey citron tea), loved this combination!! definitely will be trying this at home 6 - dessert with citrus sorbet, biscuits, nuts, i liked that it wasn't too sweet but this dish stood out to me the least We also got a bottle of red wine, but that was just mediocre, so I might skip that if I come again. Overall, wonderful experience, food, and atmosphere. The flavors were very familiar since I grew up with Asian food, but all had interesting twists that I wouldn't think to mix together. Definitely come here if you like homemade Asian fusion and aesthetic food :) read more

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Was excited to try Pierre Sang's tasting menu-- had been recommended it by a family friend and also saw great things about it on the internet. We opted for the 5 course tasting menu and for 39 euros, it is definitely a steal. I didn't expect it to be so protein-heavy. It started off with a tuna tartare, followed by salmon, steak, then cheese, and finally dessert. I was stuffed for practically the entire day. The tuna tartare to start was delicious, topped with a creme fraiche that I believe was truffle infused. It was a tad too salty so definitely pair this with a glass of white wine or bread. Salmon was okay, only slightly seared on the outside and with a raspberry sauce which was nice. The steak in my opinion was delicious, but don't expect a filet mignon-type meat. This is more skirt steak style. The fromage was a single block of 24-month aged cheese topped with black pepper. I do wish it was a variety of cheese instead of a big block of one, everyone in my party only had a bite or two and I felt that it was so wasteful. Dessert was chocolate based and paired well with what looked and tasted like mini cranberries. Overall, I wasn't too impressed in terms of creativity/novelty of the dishes. Don't quite know what I expected from Korean French fusion, but it mostly utilized sesame and gochugaru/gochujang and I do think there is more opportunity for experimenting. read more

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Y'all. This was, hands down, our best meal in Paris. For 44 euros a person. Unreal! Book a seat at the counter so you can watch the amazing staff plate each course. Everything was so delicious and unique, and the blind tasting aspect really adds to the experience. Don't miss this one. read more

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We were moved to the Loft. This was a bad idea. Smelly walk through alley. Whole night we watched them wash dishes. Food was not hot or cold. This place is a miss. Shame on Pierre Sang for spreading his talent around too many restaurants. The sushi had no flavor. The chicken wrapped in rabbit, wrapped in pork was a strange texture. Dessert was so sour tart we could not eat it. Service was friendly but did not pace the evening well. It felt like a pop-up restaurant and their first night. read more

Very different in a good way. Discovering menus was the most fun part. And the price point is super good read more

Blind menu! Such a unique experience of degustation with fresh local ingredients and spices that after each artfully presented dish the staff ask about your own perception of ingredients and then tell you what was in the dish. Definitely a fun and educational experience, more importantly, it makes you taste the fine work and appreciate the details. Will definitely return next time in Paris. read more

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Very disappointing. We were seated 10 minutes late and the dinner was rushed. We were told French people like tough fish. They would not tell us what was in the meal. It s very loud but that is what is expected in a basement I have eaten here before I will not suggest it again read more

I visited Pierre Sang under the recommendation of many foodie blogs claiming that it offers the best tasting menu in Paris for under 100€. It is a must to place a reservation here because it is very popular among tourists and locals alike. We dined during their 9 PM service that lasted close to 2 hours. The menu includes 6 courses, all of which were phenomenal and memorable to say the least. We sat at the bar where we had direct view of the kitchen and plating area - it was like watching a culinary orchestra. The cooks also had conversations with us while they were cooking - I want to give a shout out to the cook named Pierre. He was very funny, talented, and personable - he made our experience at Pierre sang very enjoyable. Pierre sang is the first time I have experienced a French gastronomic tasting menu. Every bite had so much depth of flavor to it and it. Every plate takes your taste buds on a roller coaster of flavors. The presentation, portioning, and quality all make Pierre Sang worthy of a Michelin Star. Great place, thank you for the experience. - Ansel Ponce Diama read more

Really excellent -- can't believe I've forgotten to leave a review after all these years. I always return here when in town, sometimes eating here multiple times at this location or the restaurant on Gambey on one trip. It's a fun idea to have to guess what you're eating. You pay more attention if you will be quizzed, right? They have a great wine selection, too. Most memorable after all these years was a rare moscato. Pure nectar! My only gripe is the cold bread, but otherwise, everything is very tasty. Come, you won't be disappointed. It's a total steal at €39 for 6 courses. Dinner menu changes once a month and lunch changes daily. Although it is a blind menu, they do ask about your dietary restrictions and preferences. Don't be afraid to share. During my second visit (Gambey location), I didn't want seem picky and didn't tell them I cannot eat goat cheese. Sure enough, they served goat cheese and I left my plate untouched. They came by to ask to change my plate for me. This recent trip, I told them my whole family cannot eat goat cheese and the feedback was happily received. I usually book my reservations through The Fork. On a lucky day, as a single diner, I get to walk in. read more

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Second visit here in 6 months. Still perfect. This time was at the loft location. Service a tad slow, I think probably due to loft situation, which is like a small room where people sit at dining hall type situation. Meal was impeccable as always. Got the blind menu. Thank you for another lovely meal, Pierre Sang. read more

I was fortunate enough to score a reservation at this restaurant to try their 5 course tasting menu and it definitely did not dissappoint. I sat at the counter watching all the cooking action. Service was attentive the dishes were explained to me in English. 44 euros was very reasonable for all the delicious food offered. The bistro was cozy to say the least and waitstaff were taking diners downstairs so there must be seating in the lower level. The chef also made an appearance towards the end. I highly recommend. read more

I loved the whole blind menu experience! I will definitely be returning if i ever decide to visit Paris again. Food: 5 Ambience: 5 Service: 5 Overall: 5! When you come here, make sure you make a reservation on their website! You can even prepay there as well. I did the 6 course menu at this location, but if you want to splurge even more, apparantly there are 2 other locations near this one that serve more courses. I won't be telling you what I ate, but let's just say I thought something was duck and it turned out to be something completely different! As the head chef is Korean, you will be experiencing korean fusion food. I was very happy with the entire meal and had a great time figuring out what I was eating. The only thing that made me a bit sour was they charged me again for the meal even though I prepaid online. Multiple people apologized for the mishap and gave me my money back in euros. I'm not mad about it cause i could use more cash on this trip and my credit card doesn't have foreign transaction fees. But it could've been avoided all together. Tip: - If you don't want to pay for bottled water, ask for tap water! - Also, check what they charge you if you've prepaid. read more

Pierre Sang - French Near Me - Paris, 75

On my first night in Paris, and my girlfriends last we dined at Pierre Sang. Not a dry seat in the house, and we had the best. Right where the kitchen prep was. Menu changes daily, and if you have any major dietary restrictions, don't come because no offense, you won't truly enjoy it. If you eat only fish or something, you're fine. They will accommodate you. Come hungry, make sure you're ready for at least a 1.5 hour dining experience. ENJOY! PS: Make a reservation. read more

Such an incredible experience. The concept of guessing what you're eating encourages you to be much more mindful about the ingredients on the plate, as well opens you up to things you otherwise would never have tried. The food was all cooked wonderfully, and the highlight of the meal was a beef tenderloin with Korean spicy sauce that was just sublime Can't wait to come back! read more

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I was excited to try this place while in Paris but it fell a bit short of expectations (of note, this was June). The restaurant itself is quite cramped (we were seated at the largest high-top) but I enjoyed being able to see what was going on in the kitchen and prep area. The courses were timed well and our server asked us to guess the ingredients in each dish after we finished - a fun game of sorts. The bread and butter was delicious (to be fair, I ate my weight in butter during our time in Paris). The food itself was creative and the presentation lovely, but nothing stood out as terribly memorable. My Korean mother said that she would not have guessed this was a Korean fusion restaurant had I not told her in advance, and it did feel pretty light on that influence with the exception of an occasional sauce or paste like deonjang. And while I love cheese, one course was a literal chunk of cheese on a plate and that felt like a cop out. However, our server was engaging and knew his stuff, which made the experience more fun. Overall, the price is competitive for a 6 course tasting menu and I love the idea. While glad we tried it, I probably won't rush back. read more

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We had high hopes for the restaurant having read lots of reviews. Firstly, having the food presented without explanation until after eating it was just weird. We have eaten at tasting menus all over the world and part of the unique experience is the presentation of the food as you are eating it. Secondly, we found everything not to our liking. We expected more of a Korean influence in the food and couldn't find it anywhere except some hot sauce on one dish. We found the fish course very "fishy" and the meat course "mushy". We were a group of 4 and all felt like this was a restaurant to be missed......... read more

I discovered Pierre Sang three years ago, had such a great time that I wanted to go back. I had raved about to my friends who live on the outskirts of Paris so much that they wanted to come too. Pressure! I am happy to report my friends were just as enthralled with their dishes as I was three years ago. The biggest disappointment was this time, Pierre Sang was not there. Of course, I understand. I heard the Pierre is opening his third restaurant now. It's just that last time I got lucky -- I got to meet and talk to Pierre, so naturally I hoped. I also wanted to ask him about his lemon verbena liquor (tips) that inspired because my friends to try making some, but an earthquake destroyed the only good batch. We were seated at the bar last time, this time we sat downstairs. It is very loud downstairs. s Because it was so busy and we were so famished (Second seating), the wait staff often didn't explain what our dish was until after we had finished. They simply weren't available. That was one bummer because my friends had never experienced a tasting menu before. (Menu surpris!) From my previous photos, I confirmed that the dinner tasting menu was the same price as three years ago. Thirty-nine Euro. How often does that happen? The wine selection was wonderful, according to my friends who chose the fives bottles of wine and treated us to a marvelous evening in Paris. read more

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I'm wavering between a 2 star or a 3 star. There are two Pierre sang next to each other. The oberkampf location is supposedly bistro style with a blind menu of 39 eur while the gambey location is restaurant style and 49 eur for 6 courses. After eating at the oberkampf one I definitely will not consider its more expensive counterpart. The food is good but not mind-blowing and very small in portion. The first starter was a buckwheat soup that was very forgettable. Then a scallop that was good with the nuts and pomegranate. The watercress pesto risotto had more depth with truffle and chorizo. The medium rare duck with Korean bean paste was good. Cantal with honey marmalade was the best dish. Melon ice cream with salty sauce and wasabi and ginger was blah. But what really brings this place down to a 2 star is its service. Their servers seem like amateurs who bring a dish to one table then without serving it bring it to another (the entire restaurant was eating the same thing at the same time downstairs). My mom thought it funny that you wait 10 minutes between. Each dish only to eat it in less than 1 minute. Their bread was really crumbly and the tables become a mess but they don't bother clearing it or give u extra napkins. Empty beer bottles litter the table when they serve the food and they do nothing about it. They don't remember to tell us what dishes we were eating when they take away each course. We asked for the cheque twice before it was brought to us. Yes food is at a reasonable price and their dishes are interesting and well made but you should go there to hang out with friends rather than really enjoy dishes designed by a top chef contender (not winner) read more

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Highly recommend this dinning experience for anyone visiting Paris. The food is unique and not something you would find in any of the other great restaurants in Paris. The wait staff are friendly and knowledgable and their taste-test quizzing throughout the dinner was fun. read more

We were seated at the bar with a great view of the kitchen, the staff was very welcoming I had 5 courses for 35€ and my friend had 3 courses for 25€ Not every dish was a knockout but 4 out of 5 sent me to heaven and back, especially that veal. I love the concept, every dish brought something creative and flavorful, especially this lime foam on the sorbert and pannacotta we had for dessert. The lunch here was such an amazing value, I feel like we got such a great deal. read more

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I was expecting much more. The food was just ok. Interesting favors in some dishes, but we had no clue what we were eating most of the time. The overall dining experience felt clinical. The entire restaurant was seated at the same time and each course came out with everyone else's food. Big trays of plates for all the tables. Wait staff never asked if I needed another drink, never asked if we needed more water (when the bottle was empty) never checked to see if the meal was ok. And it was difficult to get their attention for anything. I wouldn't recommend this place. read more

Eating at Pierre Sang is a bit like watching a celebrity cooking show. One minute the chef is talking to you about something random, the next he is putting an expertly cooked and plated dish in front of you. I'm always surprised when it happens - how do they do it so smoothly and effortlessly?! Of course, the best part is that you get to judge this cooking show. And trust me, you want to. These guys are truly world class. read more

Pierre Sang - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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Amazing! Food was beyond amazing. The service was excellent. I want to come back to Paris just to go back here again. Oh and they are very sensitive to allergies which I totally appreciate! read more

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Pierre Sang's original restaurant is such a fun and interesting dinner experience. Get there early and grab a seat at the bar. Let the staff know if you have dietary restrictions or preferences (i.e. no innards/pork/meat...if you don't eat meat or fish they might suggest a 4 course instead of 6 course dinner just FYI. At least that's how it used to be). Dish by dish, the staff will ask you to try to identify what you've eaten, which is actually really hard! I've eaten here a few times, and overall have had really amazing food, save for a couple of dishes. The menu changes all the time, so be prepared to have a completely different meal each time you eat here. Pierre Sang is very welcoming and friendly, and his staff is great. I'm excited to eventually try his newer place on Gambey, but the original is so good that I'm happy to keep coming back. read more

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One of my favourite places in Paris. We arrive at noon to make sure we have a counter seat. Chef Lee was working on our visit today and was delightful and passionate about food. The flavour combinations are always a treat. Roasted mashed chestnuts in cream with pastis (aniseed cuts the richness)? Inspired. 30 second poached oyster on greens? So good. Visit often to enjoy the ever changing menu. read more

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Super laid-back place. Had hard time finding it b/c the name of it is only on the door and the door was opened in; so we went back and forth before we recognized the chef. He was just sitting outside, drinking wine and talking with friends. Seemed super friendly. Actually, all the staff were friendly. Got to talking with the Korean chefs. He said all the staff used to work at 2 or 3 Michelin star places so they were highly qualified and pros, but they love working at this rather small establishment. Got the 6 course dinner at 9pm. Got there at 8:30 and were served wine and also on-the-house bread with cheese toasted on top. Each course was pretty small in looks but big on flavor, creative in combinations, and totally filling by the end of the night. Just remember you will be charged for "fresh gaz," which is sparkling water, if you opt for that versus still. read more

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Worth the price! The Korean influence on each dish is very apparent, as some dishes draw heavily from certain ingredients or dishes used frequently in many Korean dishes. The overall meal didn't blow anyone's mind, but for the price was definitely worth checking out. We had a combination of fish dishes, duck, beef tartare, cheese, and a fruity and nutty ice cream dessert during our visit in early July. The duck and fish were definitely the highlights of the meal. read more

Make a reservation early. We didn't - 6:30 pm for a 9:00 pm seating same day - and caused a bit of confusion. However, the host made room for us in a booked house when I showed our confirmation email. The dinner was excellent. Excellent. And the "eat the food first, guess what you ate, then we'll tell you" model was really fun. It was a packed place and it was a totally worthwhile experience. read more

What's a lone woman to do when in Paris? Eat her way through the city, duh. Headed to Pierre Sang last week to taste Korean/French fusion (already the thought of the combo blowing my mind) and I wasn't disappointed! Sat at the "bar" up top and watched the chefs go to work. I hate being surprised, but if it's with food I'm game. Loved the concept of eating first, guessing later cus it made me slowwww my roll and really taste the food. It's a fixed menu, so sit back and relax. Everyone here was super nice and the cuisine was so unique. I thought it was a STEAL. 6 courses and wine for around $60. read more

I was able to snag a reservation at Pierre Sang and I have to say that it was by far my best meal in Paris. What was interesting is that this particular meal was done as a blind menu, meaning we weren't going to know what we ate until after the fact. I came in to this meal not expecting that so it came as quite the surprise. I was definitely not let down. A 7 course meal for $60USD is an absolute steal at this level of execution. When I eat at new restaurants, I come to eat stuff that I've never tried before. I call it an epiphany, or an "ah-ha!" moment. My fiancée and I definitely had that here with a dried chorizo barley dish and we were definitely impressed. I tried to get last minute reservations to the other Pierre Sang restaurants on the same trip but I was unsuccessful. There's no doubt in my mind I will try this food again if I am ever in Paris again. read more

Vegan review here. I came to Pierre Sang with a group of 6. When we told them I was vegan and one other person was Kosher so didn't eat certain meats they were totally cool with it. There's no menu so you don't choose what you get. The meal is 6 courses for 39 Euros. The fun part is they don't tell you what you're eating until after each course - so when they come to take the plates they ask you what ingredients you think were in the course and it's like a game to see who can get it. Then the waiter tells you what it was - there were some surprises or things no one could quite pinpoint. After the meal we all agreed it was a bargain for the creativity and quality of the food. It's been a few weeks so I can't recall everything in detail but I especially loved the first course, a watermelon/melon gazpacho with tabasco sauce, and the pineapple curry sorbet. In about half the courses I got the same dish as everyone else minus a few things. In other courses I was actually given a substitution. There was one course where they accidentally gave me a poached egg and another where they brought the Kosher diner something non-kosher but the staff replaced the dishes, so if you have an allergy or are on a restrictive diet, just look at what you got first. Overall a wonderful experience. The menu changes weekly and I wish I was there for another week so I could have tried more! read more

My wife and I found this restaurant at the last minute to grab dinner on the last night of our trip to Paris celebrating our anniversary. What a send off. We couldn't have been more delighted and enamored with what we experienced. We didn't have reservations, which you definitely should have, but the staff was able to accommodate us after a brief wait. The entire staff, including Pierre (who happened to hold the door open for us when we walked in; we didn't know who he was at the time), was warm, gracious, welcoming, and exuded passion for the craft of fine food and wine. We chose to do the 6 dishes with 6 wine pairings. Each dish was meticulously crafted, flavorful, unique, delicious, with a series of complex flavors, and provided for a wonderful culinary experience. Each glass of wine was also carefully selected and well balanced. I've had a lot of wine in my life from various parts of the world and the selection that accompanied the food was simply perfect. To potential visitors: if you aren't ready to trust and appreciate a seasoned and passionate group of culinary professionals look elsewhere. If you aren't able to appreciate the subtle details (decor, music, etc.) that result in a restaurant's character look elsewhere. If you aren't someone that enjoys trying new things or connecting with the people who serve you look elsewhere. If you are looking for a quiet and uninterrupted meal look elsewhere. Lastly, thank you Pierre Sang and team! P.S. If you're ever in Southern California you should check out a restaurant called the Playground (and Playground 2.0) in Santa Ana. You're experience reminds me of theirs. read more

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This was one stops we wanted to eat in Paris The menu is Omakse French style and a Michelin star resultant The menu is chosen by the chef so you eat what they give yon matter what they serve it's amazing For 39 euros for dinner this is a great Michelin star restaurant at a budget read more

If you want to get over jetlag fast, make Pierre Sang your first meal in Paris. We were exhausted when we showed up at 6:50, having arrived only a few hours earlier from LA. But I knew I had to try this place, and I liked that there weren't a hundred Yelp reviews about it (I have a theory on this; see below), but that it got some great ink (NY Times, Time Out, Paris Kitchen, Paris Mouth), and they don't take reservations. I also really liked the fact that the chef is Korean-French (ethnic Korean adopted by French parents). When we got there the doors were open, but they weren't ready for us--Pierre yelled to come back in 10 minutes. We came back in five, and there were already a few parties eagerly awaiting the eating extravaganza. When they let us in we got the perfect spot, at the end of the bar, right where Pierre Sang works his magic. I have to admit, I got a little star struck. Not because of the Top-Chef finalist thing. But watching PS in the kitchen, whether he's stirring, plating, or salting is like watching Serge Gainsbourg sing--the seeming effortlessness of it is just hot. The wait staff is warm and attentive from the start. They ask you if you have food allergies or restrictions. This is where I made the first mistake of the evening. I said I don't like "les abats" (innards, offal, whatever you call it). The second mistake was not taking pictures. For wine, they ask what you prefer. My husband wanted red throughout, and I like both. Each glass was 6 or 7 euro. For six glasses the total was 27 euro. I loved the Côtes du Rhône Petit Ours Brun. Forget everything you've heard about not getting butter with your bread in France. Usually that's true, but here they give a whole ramekin filled, and it's sprinkled with flaky sea-salt. This could be a satisfying meal--especially with the way they keep coming back with more rustic bread. 6 courses for 39 euros. The courses are smallish--but each one is prepared with such care and flair. Furthermore, the energy between the staff, the chef and the guests is playful, which adds to the experience. This might be the most engaging meal you ever have. The server will quiz you afterward. Then she'll tell you what you just ate. In our case, our mental capacity wasn't at its optimum so forgive me if I can't remember everything clearly. (I think this is why more people aren't writing about it on Yelp. Unless you took notes or pictures, you might not remember exactly what you ate.) Having said that, the emotions and sensations that accompanied each dish are something I will never forget. 1) Potatoes in a dreamy creme fraiche citrus sauce. Light and rich, tangy and creamy. Traditional and edgy. Totally titillating. I felt teased and tortured, yet safe. I wanted more, that's for sure. It's on. 2) This course is when I realized I fucked myself. My husband was given black pudding and mushrooms with fried terrine of foie gras. I, however, was given mushrooms on a bed of sauteed greens because of my so-called restrictions. Now, I felt regret, stupidity, and love for my husband for letting me try his black pudding and terrine. Mine was quite nice. His was other-worldly. I am an idiot. 3) I think this was tuna maybe even toro and fried pork belly. Fatty heaven. Still recovering from the regret of "the restrictions," I can't clearly remember what this was. By the end, I had cheered up. I also think it was at this point that PS offered us an extra cube of crispy pork belly. Recovered, with a lesson learned. 4) Roasted lamb with roots of some sort. I don't even like lamb. But the fresh herbs killed the gamey-ness, and the roots complemented the texture. I felt empowered, strong. I will never say I don't like something again. 5) A lovely slice of comte with hazelnut sauce. Comfort. 6) Mini pistachio cake, ice cream, a drizzle of some deliciousness. Refreshed and complete. It was around 9:30 when we left. They have a second seating at 9, but they don't rush you out. Our bill was 105 euro, about $140. By the end of our ten-day trip, despite not having been to every resto I'd bookmarked and salivated over (an ambitious 70), I wanted to come back here. We didn't because we were still full from the previous night's meal at Paul Bert. Whenever we return to Paris Pierre Sang will be the first place we visit. It's such a welcoming way to be ushered into Parisian life. And please, if you're one of those annoying people with childish restrictions, learn from my mistake, and just shut up. You won't be disappointed. read more

This restaurant more or less (okay just more!) represents everything I love in life. (Of course in addition to my soulmate, family, friends, childhood teddy bear...) The food - truly exceptional. You have no idea what you're going to eat but everything and anything they make will be basically the best of whatever it is you have ever had. The concept is simple - the executive chef team decides together what they will cook based on what they get at the market, and then adjust it based on any dietary constraints or preferences you have. To name a couple highlights for me - a pan-seared duck breast with miso sauce and a "perfect" egg cooked in a steam oven for 45 minutes at 65 degrees Celsius. (Now that's the "put an egg" on it mentality!) Note to the readers - picking favorite dishes in this case has to be a little like picking your favorite child. It's all pretty freaking great. The staff - is it weird to say they feel like my family? With the small capacity and counter seating, you're about three feet (actually three feet) from the all-star crew preparing your meal. And they treat you like family too! I saw none other than Pierre Sang cruising around, shaking people's hands, kissing babies (apparently this place is kid-friendly too) and the whole staff treats you throughout the evening like you have been welcomed into their home. The ambience - yeah, they cook an entire restaurant's meals on a four burner stovetop and assemble them on a counter the size of one found in a one bedroom condo. How to go there - as of recently, they take reservations (check the website). Alternatively, you can show up 30 minutes before they open and see if there is extra capacity. The counter seats about fourteen people total, and that's definitely where I recommend you sit. Don't try to pick out your own wine. Mariana and the sommelier staff are absolutely stellar. This little tip probably won't hold for long, but since the restaurant just started opening on Sundays, probably a little easier to get in that way as well. read more

Perfection, pretty much. A very simple set menu with a concentration on amazing flavors and seemingly simple, but expert, preparation. Great bonhomie foodie atmosphere. Get there at 6:30pm (it opens at 7pm) and you'll be at the front of the line (and there is a line). The menu changes, so what I had is probably not what you'll have, but here it is anyway: Octopus chopped and prepared in a creamy (but no cream!) cauliflower sauce. Delicious. Sliced salmon salted and cooked to a warmth somewhere between perfectly rare and medium (as if gently breathed upon by a dragon) served with a Korean-inspired red sauce (this was my favorite dish). A bed of tiny chops of lettuce underneath veal tar tar with the hint of sesame seed oil. Scrumptious. Perfectly (PERFECTLY) cooked chicken in a curry sauce. A slice of cheese with a small dollop of peanut butter. Raspberry sorbet. This place is a factory of perfection. read more