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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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    Loud
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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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.

    Tarte tartin
    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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    Delicious food. You receive a lot, so either go on an empty stomach or order light. I had the beef-so tender-and the lentil soup.

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    Great food. Bring cash. Check out the bathroom before you go. Order off the fixe menu.

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    There's a great scene at Polidor in the new Woody Allen Movie, Midnight in Paris.

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    Authentic French cuisine, easy going atmosphere, and great service. Loved everything we ate.

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    Manager was extremely rude. I've also heard that they spit in your food here if they don't like you.

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    Le Comptoir de la Gastronomie

    4.5(1.5k reviews)
    1.7 kmChâtelet/Les Halles, 1er
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    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!

    This place was a huge letdown. They had a cute little artisanal market on the front left of the…read morerestaurant. They had a number of goods to choose from and I ended up buying a few things for souvenirs. As for the actual restaurant, they had a number of delicious sounding items on their menu. Our server was very attentive to us and helped us decide on our dinner orders. Similar to the other restaurants though. After our food was delivered, it was far in between when we were checked on again. And after dessert it took even longer for our server to bring the bill. Overall, the food was a letdown. I do not exaggerate when I say that the frog legs just tasted like slightly flavored water. My friend's ravioli had a fairly decent flavored sauce but the pasta was a bit chewy. My friend's duck breast was pretty tough; I had noticed the table next to us also ordered it and they seemed to have trouble finishing/cutting theirs as well. As for my steak with foie gras, well the steak was once again tough and the foie gras was weirdly stringy. It was soft for the most part but there were parts that were tough and stringy. Maybe that's a section that's generally separated in the preparation process and it was missed? In any case it was disappointing. What wasn't disappointing was dessert though; perfectly sweet and balanced.

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    Bistro des Augustins - Fermier

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    4.4(556 reviews)
    0.6 kmSaint-Michel/Odéon, 6ème
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    I have mixed feelings about Bistro des Augustins. On the one hand, it provided me some of the most…read morecomforting and delicious food that I enjoyed in Paris. On the other hand, it made me realize that my mother was a terrible cook. Bistro des Augustins is a small, cozy venue offering both indoor seating and terrace seating near Pont Neuf. It serves a small number of curated dishes, including a wonderfully traditional Bistro Gratin in a homey ceramic dish served piping hot with a brown crispy cheesy top, herbs, spices and chicken. You can also get it with salmon. My brothers and I only saw my mother use our gas range to light her cigarettes, sanitize needles to remove our splinters, and make s'mores during the summer months when she couldn't muster the energy to take us 'outside camping.' I mean, all she had to do was borrow a cookbook, which I'm sure were readily available from maybe a neighbor or in any local bookstore or the public library. How hard is that? I was the only kid who brought a can of tuna and his own monogrammed can opener to school every day. Every day. And mom convinced me that the tuna holster she got me for my birthday was cool and hip. I was a naive mercury-filled fool, although I did become a very fast runner in junior high school because of the tuna holster. The interior décor of Bistro des Augustins is informal and vintage bistro style - wooden tables, traditional chalkboard menus, and soft lighting - creating a relaxed and comfy ambiance. My eyes have been opened to what's possible. Thank you Bistro des Augustins for expanding my culinary horizons. Five stars.

    THE FOOD ------------------…read more= Fermier - Cheese gratin with chicken was good. Didn't blow me away, but was solid with the creaminess of the sliced potatoes and emmental cheese combined together with mixed vegetables. The cheese was very strong though, so anything else was unfortunately pretty much overpowered by it. Arrived with bread, but it DEFINITELY could use other carb options to sop it all up (e.g., rice???)! = Landais - Cheese gratin with duck. Same comment as the above, except the Landais had egg and goat cheese also mixed in with almost the same ingredients as the Fermier. THE SERVICE ----------------------- + The lone waitress, who also worked the role as greeter, cashier and bartender was friendly. + Food arrived within 10 minutes of ordering. THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------------ = Small, tight restaurant. = Not many tables inside - 6 in total. + Located a few blocks away from the more touristy restaurants, towards the East, on a much quieter street. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Nada.

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    Chez Fernand - Roquefort

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    4.4(294 reviews)
    0.5 kmSaint-Michel/Odéon, Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, 6ème
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    Food is awesome, love their signature beef dish, too bad our stomach is too small, food is very…read moregood, service is good too ~ love this place!

    Maybe my timing was off? I didn't enjoy dining here as much as I hoped…read more I reserved and had New Year's Eve dinner at Chez Ferdinand Christine. I could only get the 8:30pm seating. When I arrived, there was a rustic table in the entry room where I was seated. I ordered an entrée of mini mushroom raviolis in truffle sauce, a plat of scallops over orzo which had chorizo chunks and a dessert of frozen Grand Marnier soufflé. The portions were generous. I enjoyed the mini mushroom raviolis and delicious Grand Marnier soufflé. The plat was somewhat odd because the chorizo chunks were really strong flavored which overpowered the scallops. I ate one chorizo chunk and pushed the rest aside. The scallops were cooked perfectly but not seasoned. The service was gruff/quite brief with dishes dropped by assistants. My biggest complaint was the stressful ambiance during the meal. It was freezing outside. The door constantly opened and new patrons came in hovering over diners in my room. Luckily I was not closer to the door and didn't have anyone over me. For ~170 Euros, the food was good but the experience was not.

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    4.6(505 reviews)
    3.9 kmMontmartre, 18ème
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    This is the kind of place that you should be searching for when you come to Paris. Small and…read moreintimate, with well executed dishes and exceptional service. These smaller bistro type eateries are the lifeblood of the local cuisine. They consistently offer reasonably priced dishes that are full of flavor and technique. The wine and drink options are well catered to the menu and they provide options for most price points. The service we experienced was exactly what you want... our server had plenty of suggestions based on the offerings of the day. The service was attentive and responsive... not much more than you could ask for. I had the duck breast being offered... it was served alongside crispy potatoes, green beans, and a salad. Adding in the onion soup and a glass of wine... it quickly became a King's dinner at a very reasonable price. I would be more than happy to eat here again and look forward to exploring the rest of the menu offering many local and classic French options.

    I was there in 2021 and the food was very good, though the salad stuff on the main course was…read moresuperfluous, if they still serve that way. However, the eggs cocotte with foie gras was divine! This fall (2026), I shall return to Paris and that dish is on my hit list for sure. In fact, I may order 2! Service was very personable. Small place but the largest table had 6 locals who livened up the joint. Americans planning to be in Paris Sept 28-30 hit me up we'll meet for din din. Zig

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