It was our first night in Paris and staying in the neighborhood. This was on the recommended list from our little hotel. I had my own list of all the places I wanted to try, but was tired and we had been waking all day. We got a last minute reservation and walked in at 7:30pm. It is a delightful little bistro. In fact, we wanted to return for the cheese plate and chocolate soufflé because we didn't get a chance to try them. We were just too full. It's a lot of food for Americans who aren't used to appetizers and main meals especially with all the bread, heavy French sauces, and wine. They start you off with a pair of little fois Gras toasts. While I do not eat meat, they looked pretty and my partner loved both. Then came the wine and starter asparagus. It was white asparagus and cooked just right. I had the sea bream and he had the beef. Both came with different types of potatoes. I would definitely return. read more

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We had a disappointing meal here on Friday evening. We had been to this restaurant a few times over 30 years, and was hoping it was as good as in the past. Unfortunately, that was not the case. First we weee seated upstairs, despite our reservation made weeks in advance. Second the service was extremely slow, like they had forgotten we were there. My steak au poive was too rare (I ordered it medium rare) and so tough. The potatoes were delicious balls of mashed potatoes crisped. My first course was asparagus and it was delicious. We had the baba rhum for dessert and it was just so so. Overall, a disappointing meal. Our waiter was charming and polite. read more

BAD TRIP AT ASTIER! Average reception. The waiter took our order and came back ten minutes later to ask us what we wanted to eat... We waited 55 minutes before getting the starters. After complaining to management, the boss only apologized. Then we waited 20 minutes before having the dishes of average cooking. When paying, the boss did not charge us for the bottle of wine. Astier has an overrated reputation, the menu is limited and the dishes are average. In short, Astier is over! read more

We had a wonderful meal here. Not inexpensive but everything was top notch including the service. The cheese board between the entree and dessert was a nice touch. Excellent wines. Great small French bistro vibe. read more

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Don't miss this elegant excellent truly great french food and ambience. The references to cheese are well earned but don't miss the lamb or the filet if you care for trying the best. The service and ambience are wonderful. read more

We came here because Dave Lebovitz talked about this "massive cheese plate" at the end, and it did not disappoint. However, you first need to get through your meal. We made a reservation online, which I would recommend since it's a small space. We did the 4 course for €46 euro (starter, entree, cheese course, dessert). You can also do an entree or 2 starters and add the cheese plate for €16, but you can't go there only for the cheese plate. Wines by the glass were all super reasonable. Champagne was €12, reds were €6-8 or so. Water is complimentary. Starters: 1. Parsnip soup: velvety, poured over roasted walnuts. Good on a cold, rainy day 2. Mackerel: served over squid ink celery sliced into noodles Mains: 1. Sea bass: great crust on top, served over fresh white beans and with a very rich, umami sauce 2. Beef stewed in red wine: fork tender, a huge portion, great rich sauce, and roasted pumpkin on the side Cheese: There were maybe 15 types of cheese to choose from - they bring the platter to your table, and you can cut off as much of however many as you want. They had a lot of the usual suspects: tomme, Comte, Camembert, blue, some goat cheeses, etc. There was a larger washed rind cheese (similar to Epoisses) that I really liked, too. The cheese is served with baguettes, but it would have been nice to have some fruit or compote to go with it. Desserts: 1. Rum soaked baba: signature dessert, and they do not skimp on the rum. In fact, they leave it at your table so that you can add more as needed. The fresh vanilla whipped cream is good with it 2. French toast: with pan roasted apples and salted caramel sauce - not too sweet All the flavors were really good, and it was a super filling meal. At €46/person, it was super reasonable for the amount of food we got. Portions were really generous, and I don't know how people can eat like this for lunch and (1) finish all their food and (2) not gain a ton of weight. Service was really friendly, and English is fine there. It was worth venturing out for this fun way to do cheese. read more

This is the Parisian bistro experience I was looking for and it was absolutely perfect. Our hotel made our booking and when we walked in a bit late, the maitre'd happily greeted us and seated us at our cozy saved table, complete with its own chalkboard menu. Our waitress was so friendly and pleasant and we settled into a couple of kirs while enjoying Madeleine Peyroux (she's one of my faves!). I ordered poached eggs over winter root vegetables and the braised beef cheeks. Those eggs... wow. They were the best I've ever had in my entire life and the mushrooms and root vegetables paired with them were just heavenly. It was a true "balanced" Parisian dish that I hope to replicate some day, but I doubt I can. Those eggs had the most yellow yolk - absolutely gorgeous. I loved that the braised beef cheeks came to me tableside in their coquette. They came with romaine leaves, potatoes, and pearl onions. It wasn't the best beef bourguignon that I've ever had (Bouchon in Vegas gets that's honor!), but it was so good and homey, and after a few days of sublimely rich meals, it was just what I wanted. Hubby had pigeon, which was delish! The maitre'd helped us select a red wine that went perfectly with our mains. Ask for help - they're so friendly here! We did go for the cheese, and a selection of their "greatest hits" were provided to us. Yum yum yum. Finally, I setlled on the lemon tart for dessert. Absolute perfection. I'm still thinking of it now. From start to finish, this was the perfect Parisian bistro experience. The service was friendly and stellar, the ambience was cozy (think small spot, cafe curtains, small tables, Madeleine Peyroux/Frank Sinatra playing), and the food excellent but not over-the-top. I will forever think about it when I think about dining in Paris and I hope I get to return some day! I will note that I had instant order envy when I saw a filet mignon with a beautiful sliver of foie gras pass my table. OMG, I'm still kicking myself for not getting it! Oh well, just another reason to return to Paris! read more

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We ended up in here based on a recommendation.. we actually came for the cheese platter. Just ok read more

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A neat restaurant in a fun part of Paris. Service was beyond excellent. Incredibly friendly and accommodating. Our party of two came in with no reservation, they asked us to come back in an hour (which was perfectly fine) and when we did we had a nice little table on the sidewalk (what we preferred). I'd say my only reason to not give a perfect five star review is that the menu didn't have a tremendous amount of items that I was just dying to try, however what I did have was very, very good. The foie gras in particular was the best I had while in Paris, you must try it! And yes, you've never seen a cheese plate like what is offered! read more

Restaurant Astier - The foie gras is excellent! Best I had in Paris! - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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Delicious. Enjoyed the cozy ambiance and prompt service. Our group ate the steak, duck, and poached veal head. The wine was also excellent. read more

Came here on recommendation by a friend. I was able to easily make a reservation online a couple days before. On first glance, it just looks like a pretty average French restaurant, nothing fancy. However, my friend and I were pleasantly surprised at the quality of food! They have a couple of prix fixe options that are basically musts in terms of economics. They are 35 Euros for a starter, dinner entree, and dessert or 45 Euros for a starter, dinner entree, cheese, and dessert. We had heard of the giant cheese tray and the cheese course was a must for us (16 Euros pp on its own), so we opted for the 45 Euro option. Arriving at around 7pm is a early for a French dinner but allowed us more attentiveness from the waiter before it got crowded. Glasses of wine are only 6 or 7 Euros each. They also serve bread/baguettes at the beginning and you can request butter. The catch for the prix fixe is that it doesn't include every menu option, but the choices were satisfying for us. I got the soft boiled egg on toast with bacon as my starter, and my friend got the butternut squash soup. Both were fabulous and way more escalated than we expected from the place. Good portions too. For our entrees, we both opted for the rabbit leg with potato cake and camambert foam. So yummy! Cooked well and definitely satisfying. The cheese course is the main attraction and a must for any cheese lover. They bring over a giant tray with about 16 different cheeses, and you can taste as much or as little as you want. This concept wouldn't work in America because it's not necessarily the most sanitary with strangers sharing off the same cheese tray, but boy was it satisfying!! What a steal for getting to try this many high quality French cheeses! We had separate plates to take whatever else we wanted when the waiter requested to take the tray away to give to the next party. For our dessert, we were so stuffed but were able to enjoy the creme brulee and apple crumble. Both yummy. Overall, service was friendly - menu is mostly in English if you don't have a French-speaking friend with you. Total for the 45 Euro prix fixe and 2 glasses of wine was 58 Euros. Definitely worth it for how much food we got! I will definitely recommend to future French travelers! read more

Reserved for lunch two weeks in advance, our party of three was seated immediately upon arrival. It was somewhat empty, but I prefer restaurants that aren't crowded or overly loud, especially for lunch. Since we were crunched for time, we opted to order our main courses right away. I have learned that the meal of the day is usually the way to go, and was presented with a fragrant plate of pork belly topped with a mustard sauce and sauteed greens, accompanied by pureed eggplant. Upon recommendation by the waitress, I ordered a glass of Chenin, which paired absolutely beautifully with the pork belly. I truly regret not ordering the famous cheese plate, but oh well, there is always next time. It was a flavorful, memorable and authentic french cuisine experience, and I will definitely return. read more

Restaurant Astier - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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The cheese plate was incredibly impressive, with a beautiful and broad selection. It is served in traditional French fashion, after the main course. The filet was very good, but a very simple / classic steak. The staff was quite helpful, taking our bags from shopping to store during the meal and helping us with menu recommendations. read more

****Astier's MOP (Meal in One Pic)**** http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restaurant-astier-paris?select=ImdGRgxSdFBLT_kIBKUiqA#HQHBYbcEbtTk_O5zs3b3Gw ***************************************** 4.5 stars. Close-by to the Trendy bars and restaurants of Oberkampf , Astier presents Traditional French dishes, and desserts extremely well executed. 33 euros Appetizer-Main-Dessert 39 euros Appetizer-Main-Cheese Platter-Dessert The menu changes frequently and features classics from every region of France. Make sure to have a reservation as the place is crowded. Every dish has its dedicated sauce that complements so well the protein on the plate. It is comforting and satisfying. All the dishes emanates warmth, and coziness. The portions are generous. The cheese platter is massive. It has over 12 entire cheeses ( not tiny pieces like you see in LA). There is One platter for the entire restaurant and it is place on your table, Yes ON your table for as long as you want when it is cheese course time ( which is Before dessert time). It is really traditional to have the platter passing around the table as it is exactly what is done in French homes. We tried: Bisque Soup with crab meat http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restaurant-astier-paris?select=ImdGRgxSdFBLT_kIBKUiqA#LDaEhlr8ylr0p-LVsRnqMg Simple seafood broth with a small mound of fresh and cold white crab mea in the middle. The soup was full of flavor but not too fishy. Great small portion for an appetizer. Oeuf Mollet and Pork Belly. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restaurant-astier-paris?select=ImdGRgxSdFBLT_kIBKUiqA#jK9mg2mN8iqE00AGAVbctQ Oeuf Mollet is a slow cooked egg. The yolk is a little bit more cooked than a poached egg but is still running. The white is firmer as the egg is cooked in the shell. This egg was also poached in red wine, and topped caramelized onions and pork belly. It is basically a Umami combo without cheese. The creamy egg running on the sweet onions and tender pork infused in red wine melts in your mouth. An unctuous way to start the meal. Veal Risotto and endives http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restaurant-astier-paris?select=ImdGRgxSdFBLT_kIBKUiqA#pJF6kTxcw32T7KRk3LRMKQ Barley risotto with caramelized endives and veal cooked to a beautiful pink color. An amazing dish. Navarin http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restaurant-astier-paris?select=ImdGRgxSdFBLT_kIBKUiqA#Ukuwfx2zHIYscdW0A6pnZQ Navarin is a lamb stew with vegetables. It comes in a pot. It has parsnips, potatoes, leeks, carrots, tomatoes, onions in a beef and vegetables broth. The meat was tender and tasty. All the veggies were packed with the flavors from the broth. A good dish. Rabbit http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restaurant-astier-paris?select=ImdGRgxSdFBLT_kIBKUiqA#MifG_2j6js-2RKYTsyUmjw Delicious. Served with carrots and cabbages, the rabbit was soft and juicy. The sauce was wonderful and every bite was pure joy. The seasoning was perfect. Pets de Nonne http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restaurant-astier-paris?select=ImdGRgxSdFBLT_kIBKUiqA#UWs0teB_ERnTzUrjVc5IaQ A classic done well. This dessert's name translates into nun's farts. It is appropriate as it is small donut balls made with Pate a Choux on custard with hot chocolate ( from a tiny pot) poured over. A delicous and really sweet dessert. The dough was perfectly fried, and was still soft to the palate. Red Wine Pear Tart http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restaurant-astier-paris?select=ImdGRgxSdFBLT_kIBKUiqA#D1b40guYhLchM3X0iIjpNQ A good pear tart. Great dessert. Pineapple Dessert http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restaurant-astier-paris?select=ImdGRgxSdFBLT_kIBKUiqA#UZvymD8fl6PDxQuKd-yMRQ Beautiful and colorful dessert of cooked pineapple with a biscuit in a red berries juice. Chocolate and griottes http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restaurant-astier-paris?select=ImdGRgxSdFBLT_kIBKUiqA#FT16X4R9jDgse83068QP8Q Griottes are cherries in alcohol. This chocolate cake features them on top and inside. The quality of the chocolate was good and was not too sweet. The texture of the cake was great. Double MOP for this place with a dessert MOP. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/restaurant-astier-paris?select=ImdGRgxSdFBLT_kIBKUiqA#lDr1pXOU75er2vmFigQc7w Disclaimer: This place is great and I would like to avoid sending them the " wrong customers" .Most of the items on the menu are icons of French cuisine. Most of the words on the menu will be foreign. Don't think a dictionary will help you. If you are on a special diet or not an adventurous eater please avoid bothering the staff by coming and making their work more difficult. If you do not eat Rabbit, Veal, Lamb, Foie Gras, etc, it is not your place. The tables are also extremely close to each other. There is really no room for movement. Claustrophobic please avoid. If you can cope with all the above you will experience one of the best meal you can get in the 11th arrondissement of Paris. read more

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This is another place I take visitors who want to have a "traditionally French" meal. It's also open in August. Always make a reservation in advance because they do fill up. This place is reliably good. The food is always well-done and high-quality typical dishes, sometimes inventive. The menu is varied, and the menus are a good deal. The quality is much higher than a typical brasserie, though when comparing it against more gastronomically-inclined restaurants, it's not as inventive. The place does fill up and the service can get a bit slow. The red-and-white checkered tablecloths make for a different look than the usual Paris restaurant. The cheese plate is huge -- and sometimes they leave it with you for a while to stuff yourself. Once, they brought out a big terrine of herring and let you do the same. The wine list is large and well-priced. They are well equipped for kids with a highchair waiting for action. Gluten-free notes: Classic French food = always something naturally great to eat. You can have the foie gras (no toast), a salad, or a meaty dish to start. Ask about the soups -- sometimes they are thickened with flour, and other times, it's just cream. They always have a few gluten-free desserts. read more

Food: **Herring in oil, potatoes with aioli **Rabbit and pig foot terrine **Steak and potatoes **Some fish **Shrimp, Spanish style It was all good. We got gringo'd a little bit - there's this great cheese tray/stand that they pass around, and I guess it's 1 at a time. Well I asked for it before the dessert but she was like, no way, dessert first. It's not the worst thing that ever happened to a guy - dessert before cheese - I understand... Space is cramped, but a really great classic bistro vibe. Dinner for 2 adults & 2 kids was around 150 EUR. read more

I remember this meal as one of the best I've had in Paris. A friend and I sat outside, ordered a terrific bottle of red wine, and treated ourselves to a full banquet. I had a vegetable soup, followed by stewed veal (I only eat veal in France, because that means it will happen so infrequently it hardly counts), and a delicious lemon pudding cake with ice cream that felt very decadent. Somewhere in there I remember sharing an EXTREMELY generous cheese plate with my friend, and being astounded that I was able to fit still more cheese and bread into my stomach. The staff at Astier could not have been nicer, especially to two giggling women who kept shrieking at how much cheese there was in front of them. The menu was also very inviting. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone coming to Paris who wants to have a bit of a more authentic experience than what's possible in the tourist areas of the first and the eighth and the fifth, but is also not super comfortable with ordering in French or trying strange parts of animals--the food was delicious and traditional without seeming at all intimidating. LOVED it! I refrain from giving it 5 stars ONLY bc it was a bit pricey, and part of that was because the prix-fixe was so limited. Had we each been able to order our courses in a menu, rather than a la carte, we would have saved a lot of money. I HATE when the menu isn't something you want . . . choices are good. read more

Our time in Paris was less than satisfying but our last night, last meal here left me on a high note. This place is just amazing. We were looking for a real french bistro and this place delivered. I won't go into details but please make your way here for the prix fix and have fun with the owners. This is one little sliver of Paris that should not be missed. read more

A table to try while in Paris - I'm amused by the few people complaining about the cheese plateau not being available alone - this is not a cheese sampling place - it's a very serious and delightful restaurant working hard to prepare excellent terroir produce in an impeccable and expert way. The staff was impeccable and helpful. It's a serious place for dedicated patrons - the wine list is impressive and has many gems. Don't listen to the people complaining about restrictions on cheese platter and go for the entire experience, you won't regret it. read more

Charming bistro. A bit lacking on the atmosphere (no music, your grandmother's tablecloths and plates) but pleasant service and French classics done to a tee. Get the baba au rhum! Go for seasonal specials, avoid the red meat disappointment trap that Americans typically fall into. Get the cheese plate. read more

Restaurant Astier - French Near Me - Paris, 75

We were looking for an upscale place that could handle a party of 6 without a reservation (not the best plan) on a summer night in Paris. After striking out at a few other places, Astier was able to seat us. It turned out to be a fantastic choice, a reasonably priced and unpretentious corner restaurant. I started with a Kir, while the rest of my family chose wine or beer. The cheese tray making the rounds of neighbouring tables looked fantastic, but we had somewhat overdosed on cheese at that point, so we skipped it. I started with a pickled herring appetizer, and was somewhat surprised when a large terrine densely layered with pickled fish was deposited in front of me. Like the generous cheese tray, apparently this was also just taken from table to table as needed. Nonetheless, the herring was tasty. My entree was a pan seared mackerel in a spicy tomato sauce, which was pretty good. Also tried a bite of the salmon, also very good. For dessert I had a mixed berry dish that was quite sweet, but balanced the savory dishes I'd started with quite well. All in all, Astier is definitely a place I'd recommend for dining in the Oberkampf / Parmentier area. The menu rotates, but based on what I saw it would be hard to go wrong. read more

Lovely food. Nice atmosphere. Try the eggs in wine with bacon as an entreé. read more

We very much enjoyed this place. Our servers were friendly and helpful, and helped us when our limited French failed us. The environment is great (we sat outside) because this is a very lively neighborhood. There were people walking and cycling by, and the neighboring bar was showing a rowdy football game which attracted a crowd. If you are expecting a quite sidewalk cafe, you might want to pick another place, but if you want great people watching, Astier is for you. The only negative for us was that one of the servers was trying to sell us on their "special" wine that night. I recognized this as being a tourist up-sell, and declined (it was 12 euro a glass, versus most other things on the wine menu were well under 10 euro). I think they caught our disinterest, and another server seemed to take over from then on. read more

I was in dire need of a place for a large group (7 of us) on a Monday night in August...Astier came up trumps and I had high expectations as I love their other places (Jeanne A, Jeanne B and Cafe Moderne). To be honest I was not that impressed by Astier. The service started off kind and efficient but dropped off as the place became busy and we waited almost 20 mins to order our desserts, despite catching the waitresses eye and indicating we were ready multiple times. The food was decent, uncomplicated French fare but nothing to write home about - probably the most stand out dish is their very impressive cheeseboard which they deliver to the middle of the table and you help yourself (be warned they are hawk-eyed about those who have not ordered cheese sampling!). All in all what made my evening was the company not the lacklustre service and only-OK food. Don't think I'd go back except if I was in another 'Monday in August' type bind again... But do go check out Jeanne A, Jeanne B and Cafe Moderne, all of which are stellar. read more

A great place to come for a relaxed and lengthy evening of gastronomic enjoyment. The food is reliably good and the set menu though not cheap is reasonably priced for the quality on offer. The wine cellar is extensive and the sommelier is always happy to help you select something special. The service is friendly, generous (see above, leaving the herring terrine, huge jars of cornichons, and the cheese platter with you for you to just take your time) and welcoming. A particular speciality of the restaurant, as well as the wine cellar and beautiful cheese course, is the game. Be adventurous and pick something from the menu that you might not normally eat and you won't be disappointed. I rarely visit Paris without a visit to Astier. read more

I went back and forth between 4 and 5 stars for this one (I really wish Yelp would have half star options for reviews!!!). I eventually settled on 4 because this is Paris after all. As amazing as my meal was, you can find even better in Paris. Anyway, on to the real substance of the review. Astier is in the 11th arrondissement, a charming and hip part of town with lots and lots of great restaurants. You could dine exclusively in the 11th and be very happy for a very long time. I picked Astier based off Patricia Well's recommendation in her awesome book, The Food Lover's Guide to Paris. She highlights basically how much you would expect to pay at each restaurant, and since I was aiming to spend a little less this particular evening, Astier seemed the perfect candidate. It's a charming enough restaurant with a slight "classic Paris" feel to it. Homey. Quaint. But still nice. Tables are kind of packed in (we were slightly uncomfortably close to the guests next to us but luckily they were very nice). Some diners, particularly those who like classic Paris bistrots like Chez Georges and other might find this charming, some might find this annoying. I was pretty neutral on it. On to the food. You can order whatever you want, but they have a great deal where for 45 euro, you can get one starter, one entree, cheese plate, and a dessert, but not all the options are permitted to you. These items by themselves would tally closer to 60-80 euro, so this is a great deal. I got the pork shoulder for my starter, the halibut for my entree and a rum baba cake for my dessert. My friend got a goat dish for his starter, half-a-chicken for his entree and a pistachio-based dessert that is pretty hard to describe haha (it was also likely the best thing we were served). My favorite thing I ordered was the pork shoulder. Perfectly cooked, and prepared in a classic French style. Truly special and extremely satisfying. My friend's goat dish was almost like spam in consistency - but shockingly delicious and very well-paired. My halibut was of course well-prepared, fresh, and tasty, but nothing extraordinary. My friend's chicken, however, was masterful. I was quite jealous. It was beautifully prepared, and exceptionally high quality meat. More importantly to me was the delicious and fresh vegetables the chicken was paired with. A classic and nutritious meal. If the meal had stopped there, we would have likely felt fresh and light. However, next comes the cheese plate. I have mixed feelings on this tradition, but Astier undoubtedly nailed it. It was quite confusing to us capitalist Americans; they bring you a giant cheese plate and you can cut off however much you want. I was under the impression that, if physically possible, I could have eaten 4 pounds of cheese and they wouldn't have stopped me. Truly strange, but truly delicious. We ate amazing cheeses, ranging from delicate to sharp, young to old, creamy to hard, until we felt near sick. This is part of what makes Astier really special. We bought a bottle of wine with dinner, a delicious red from cote-de-Rhones, but were more intoxicated from the cheese than the booze by the end of our meal. Last came dessert, where my jealousy of my friend peaked. His pistachio based dessert is hard to describe, but was one of, if not THE, best dessert I've ever tasted. Unfortunately, I only could steal two bites from him haha. The waitress had said how good the baba rum cake was ("Best in Paris") so I got it. And...maybe I just don't get it, but it was really weird and unenjoyable. I've had rum-based desserts before, of course, but every one I've ever had has the rum cooked down. This dessert was literally just a plain cake that the waiter then dumped about 4 shots of rum on top of. Every bite took as much mustering to stomach as an actual shot of hard liquor. Very strange, and a terrible ending to the meal. I truly got drunk off my dessert, which was not my intention. Had I not been so sedated by the cheese, I likely would have sent it backed and asked for a pistachio dessert, but the thought didn't cross my mind as I'm not a very rude diner. All in all, a classic Parisian experience that is well worth your time. read more

Nice, moderately expensive bistro. A liitle out of the way but not too bad. Decor is so-so, getting a table is not too tough. Food is good as is the service. Nice wine list. read more

Our wonderful concierge recommended this restaurant for dinner. If it hadn't Bern for him we would have missed this hidden gem of a restaurant. You must get a reservation. They had to turn away lots of people while we were here!. They have a very reasonable prix fix which changes daily according to what the chef buys from the market. This is not a tourist restaurant and was filled with locals!. What a wonderful dining experience!. They have a tremendously large wine list!. One of the best I have ever come across in a tiny restaurant in Paris. The house made foie gras is not to be missed. Also they have a huge steak for two that will make your mouth water uncontrollably. This restaurant features many Alsatian standards too. Service was warm and friendly. One of my favorite dishes was the slow cooked pork cheeks in sauerkraut. Melted in my mouth. If you are staying anywhere near the 10th arr. then this is not to be missed. read more

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Our first dinner in Paris. The cheese plate alone earns this spot five stars. I mean, they bring this amazing assortment of cheeses to your table at the end of dinner and let you dive in. I had some of the most amazing cheeses ever. This is basically a French cheese primer on a tray. Everything else we had was also great and a perfect fit for how we were feeling. Just nice enough to be a great first dinner but not so stuffy that our jet-lagged bodies felt like we had to be uncomfortable. Our server was really friendly and helpful. The only negative was the group of super loud and picky Americans next to us that helped us understand why we have a bad name in France sometimes! read more

We went on a whim for lunch and were not disappointed. The fixed price menu is fabulously cheap and the food is impeccable. What's more, the service is top-notch, a rare commodity in Paris. The royale de foie gras is truly memorable and generous. I also tried a wonderful dos de maigre with a sauce of mussels. My companion had a wonderful lamb roast. If I lived in the area, I'd go every weekend. read more

I have mixed feelings about my third meal at Astier. It's easy to make a reservation online via their website. The interior is cozy and classic, in an interesting neighborhood. The cheese plate is ample, but I would have preferred an introduction to each type of cheese. Unfortunately, the menu is sorely lacking vegetarian options; my serving of butternut squash was thin and the shredded cabbage was tough, but the bread was excellent. The wine list is extensive and the desserts ample. Service was congenial. I'm not sure if I would return, but carnivores and cheese lovers could consider Astier for a pleasant meal. read more

We came here during one of Paris' holidays: La Fete de la Musique (Festival of Music). There was a live jazz band playing outside in the street during our meal, which was very cool, and a nice beginning to a night of strolling the city listening to random bands. I had the cockerel (rooster) with lima beans, tomatoes, and olives. This is probably one of the best chickens I've ever eaten. Husband had braised pork. The star was the cheese plate; they brought out a huge platter of cheeses, from which we could choose what we wanted. read more

My husband and I ate here on a trip to Paris and loved it. The meal was super memorable, especially the cheese plate. The service was warm and friendly; somewhat unusual for the French. The ambiance was quirky and charming and the crowd was a mix of French and American patrons. Would recommend!!! read more

A casual French bistro with a decently priced prix fixe, serving good French food with friendly service. For my first visit there for lunch, I decided to order the dishes they were known for and started with the seared foie gras with apples as an appetizer. It was pretty good, although not necessarily the most delicious foie gras I've had. The foie gras was perfectly cooked, but the apple didn't quite provide the nice balance of sweetness to cut through the richness of the liver. For my main course I had the fish with leeks, a beautiful sauce, all topped with a sliced oven-dried tomato with a delicious concentrated flavor. The fish was cooked beautifully with crisp skin, and the flavor combination was very nice. Lastly, I had the egg custard a l'ancienne for dessert, with vanilla bean. It had a nice smooth texture that was firm toward the top and gradually melted into a soft pudding-like texture on the bottom. I also liked that it wasn't too sweet. Portions were a little larger than I expected so I was quite full at the end but I enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. read more

Quite a nice place to go for dinner, but make a reservation. Once you're in, it's a quaint little dining room that gives the feel of coming home to mom's kitchen. The wait staff is pleasant and accommodating. The food, succulent. We did a tasting menu without the giant cheese plate. It's been too long to recall our menu choices off the prix fixe menu, but it was quite nice. It's a must if you're visiting. read more

Good food but poor management. We sat outside and, when another guest complained about a smoking cigarette in a floor ashtray next to them, a waiter moved the ashtray next to us. I said no thanks and he angrily moved the ashes to the street dumpster. I went to Astier for the cheese but unfortunately ended up not getting it. Astier requires everyone at the table to order a main course before providing the cheese for EUR 16. We wanted a light dinner and only planned to share one starter and one main. The waitress informed us that, in this case, the cheese would cost a ridiculous EUR 32. So we ordered two mains instead and were too full after to sample the cheese. The owner needs to figure out how to charge more fairly for the cheese. It doesn't take a genius to adopt per person pricing or per cheese pricing, like most other Paris restaurants. Meanwhile pork cheeks and beets were very tasty, though the sauce was a little too heavy and sweet from an excess of honey. Veal kidneys were fresh and tasty. Too bad an otherwise nice dinner was compromised by cigarette smoke and an idiotic, rip-off pricing practice. I can't recommend this place. read more

Ok this is not the finest place to eat in Paris, but it's really a typical good place to eat in Paris. French cuisine at the menu, service is fast and waiters are nice ( worth to mention it particularly for Paris) An interesting wine list. Don't hesitate to ask for suggestions. Generally the wine of the week ( or month ) is very correct. The Astier menu is at 35EUR ( includes a very large selection of french cheese ). Be careful with the extras cost ( some of the suggestions could add an extra cost and make your final bill a bit heavy). And as mentioned by other comments it's often a bit noisy... What I do like about this place, is that the dishes are generally traditional and it makes this place uncommon. read more

French cuisine....lamb, veal, pork loin, rabbit, dock confit. Don't go expecting an american like experience. Good was very good, if that is your taste. Cheese plate is enormous and amazing. Had the pork loin and it was delicious. Lots of meat. Another in my party had scallops and enjoyed them. Dessert looked amazing...brioche and other, but we were too stuff. Service is normal for France, but 'slow' by US standards. Of course, plenty of bread is served. read more

Best restaurant in the 11th by far. Very classical, but done oh so right. Great service with a smile. If you looking for a typical French experience restaurant wise, you cannot miss this one. Quality. read more

This place is reliably good. The food is always well-done and high-quality typical dishes, sometimes inventive. The menu is varied, and the menus are a good deal. The quality is much higher than a typical brasserie, though when comparing it against more gastronomically-inclined restaurants, it's not as inventive. The place does fill up and the service can get a bit slow. The red-and-white checkered tablecloths make for a different look than the usual Paris restaurant. The cheese plate is huge -- and sometimes they leave it with you for a while to stuff yourself. Once, they brought out a big terrine of herring and let you do the same. The wine list is large and well-priced. read more