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    Polidor

    3.4 (203 reviews)
    ModerateFrench
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM - 12:30 am (Next day)

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    Casual
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    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Ricardo R.

    What to expect? You will find traditional, home made style French dishes. The food is pretty good (not amazing) and you will receive good service. Please understand that the restaurant will not open for dinner until 7pm and it does get filled pretty quickly. A lot of people go here (or at least I did) because it was one of Ernest Hemingway's favorite places to eat, drink, talk, and drink some more.

    Baba with Rum
    Victor M.

    Marvelous French bistro founded in 1845 serving delicious classic French comfort food. We started with the escargots and duck foie gras that, in my opinion, only the French knows best how to prepare. For our main dish, we enjoyed the traditional French and their specialty beef bourguignon with creamy mashed potatoes. It was hearty and absolutely delicious!! The beef was so tender and served in the best burgundy sauce that I have ever had. I finished with a baba, which is a light sponge cake with whipped cream. They can serve it with or without the rum that they will pour onto the cake at the table. Let's say it is a rum lover's delight!! This place in Odeon is quite popular and can get crowded, so reservations are recommended. I went on a weekday as a walk-in, and it wasn't a long wait. They do have plenty of seating, but what can be common in brasseries, they will seat you in long communal tables if that is all that is available. Service was generally good.

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    Billy T.

    This place gets busy! Make sure that you make a reservation ahead of time if you want to come here (as you should for most places when you're in France). What a wonderful experience I had here! I want to build up to it more, but the food was absolutely phenomenal, particularly the escargots. It was my first time having escargot, and I immediately knew that this would be one of my favorite foods I ate in all of France after having just one piece - they were magical. I got beef bourguignon as my main course, which was also phenomenal. The beef was seasoned well and tender, and the mashed potatoes are the best mashed potatoes that I've ever had in my life. This is very unfortunate for me, because I ate way more than my lactose-intolerant self should have and ended up with a stomach ache. Definitely worth it though!

    Suzie L.

    Lovely food and efficient service We came here on the recommendation of a lady that we chatted to at the markets and it was such a terrific find. My husband and I chose the menu option which gave you 3 courses for €24. This is excellent value and the food is cooked and presented beautifully. The waiters were really good too - they took our orders promptly and were quick to replenish our water. Even though it was a Tuesday night, it was super-crowded and it seemed that everyone was sharing tables. It's probably best to make a reservation on weekends and during holidays.

    Downstairs private dining / tasting room
    Judy T.

    I love the history and ambience of the place. I was not blown away by what I ordered. I had a very bland piece of fish with an overly sweet carrot purée that I could not eat. I did try the beef bourguignon which was excellent. It's crowded and lively so that made it fun. The service was good and bad. I couldn't get anyone to bring us water for a very long time. It took forever to order or even get any attention. I understand they were busy, but there was a lot of staff just standing around. Some snobby BS happening and some lovely young folks with nice attitudes. Seems to be the norm for many Paris restaurant experiences. All that said I'd probably go back if I was in the area because it's such a cool old Parisian café.

    Mixed charcuterie
    Ami R.

    This review is mainly for the Wine Bar. Amazing! Accommodating. Excellent staff. We went in on an early Tuesday evening and the staff was so accommodating to me and our infant child. Great selection of wines and cheese/charcuterie boards.

    Tarte Tatin
    Lisa S.

    We heard this place is very popular with 2 dinner seatings...you need to reserve..and a line forms out the door. All true. Servers very super. Place is casual and cozy with old world France charm...1845 charm. The beef burgundy is by far the best I have ever eaten. The flavor of the sauce and the velvety texture was superb. Served with mashed potatoes...oh yes. Save room for the tarte tatin...wow is it caramelized apple goodness on a plate. I will eat here again for sure.

    Old school sign
    Brian M.

    My wife and I have been in Paris for a month and have tried many restaurants throughout the city. This was one of our favorites by far. It has communal table seating which we love. We were seated for lunch promptly and the waiter was sharp and on it. The menu is mostly in French but the waiters speak some English also. We had a steak, salt cod in potatoes and French fries very nice and crispy came with each plat. We order a carafe of Pinot noir for 7.00 euro that was quite nice. We both had desert rum baba and apple tart.....wonderful. There is really a great value to quality here and we be coming back before we leave for the south of France.

    Mark B.

    Went to this iconic restaurant in the 6th district of Paris. It opens at noon for lunch and it's best to get there early. The website noted they take reservations but must be for special occasions. I was seated with a group of people. Communal eating at its best. I had the three course set menu for €22. I selected escargot, duck, and apple tart. All typical French fare. I was disappointed with the apple tart, but everything else was great. There is a wine store attached to it. Great options for wine.

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    Jill H.

    We came based on the recommendation of a friend for the history of the establishment, and because it did not require reservations. Overall we had a good experience. The ambiance was lively and enjoyable, which is good because this isn't a quick in-and-out dining experience. The server was busy, yes. Occasionally he forgot to provide something right away. No matter. He was friendly, welcoming and doing his best to juggle many tables and diners. Meanwhile, we sipped wine, and enjoyed a leisurely 3 course meal. For our first course, my husband chose the Ravioles du Dauphiné crème de Parmesan and I chose the Salade de Mesclun. The ravioli tasted terrific and the salad, though simple, was fresh and flavorful. Baskets of bread provided throughout our meal. For the main course, my husband chose the daily special - a duck entree served over mashed potatoes. I chose the sea bass. Our food was good, 'not-to-die-for', but good. Last we shared an apple tart for dessert which topped off the meal nicely. Price for all (including the equivalent of six glasses of wine) was quite reasonable. We arrived at slightly before 7, when they opened for the evening, just in case & were seated right away. A small line had formed by opening. Like many places in Paris, seating is family style. We left after nine. Like I said, it wasn't a fast meal so if that's what you want, look elsewhere. However, for us it was an enjoyable, relaxing evening.

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    Great food. Great atmosphere. We could have eaten there every night. Wait staff is very friendly. Quaint French bistro.

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    An okay bistro. The prices are decent, and the food was just okay. There are better bistros in the area.

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    Terrible place. We had no reservation, the place was empty and did not take us - not posible zero stars

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    This place has been around since Hemingway. Best Beef Burgandy in Paris. Make a reservation and get there

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    Bastille, Marais, 3ème

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    Montmartre, 18ème

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