We found this spot one rainy evening in 2019. No reservation and sat the bar. What ensued was magical, which is fitting for a magical city. I've referred multiple people here and everyone loved the experience. This was my third, but certainly not final visit to the legendary Robert et Louise. I'm now rocking their merch. You know what it is, gang-gang. Cuisine: 5/5. Fromage? Steak? Whiskey. Wine. Dessert. All these basics are done exceptionally well, superb, you might say. Beverages: 5/5. Ask the staff for a pairing of whiskey or wine with your meal and enjoy the ride. Service/Ambiance: 5/5. Make a reservation. Yes, make a reservation. Sit at the bar or take whatever they have available if you happen to "drop in." Be cool. The legendary OG Anthony Bourdain dug this place, so don't be a demanding American. Buen provecho. read more

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I wandered into Robert et Louise on a Monday night and was lucky enough to snag a seat at the bar. It turned out to be perfect timing--they were completely booked and turning people away, most of them fellow Americans. One couple even tried to reserve a table for later in the week, only to be told there were no openings at all. When I mentioned my surprise to the bartender, he smiled and explained that Anthony Bourdain had featured Robert et Louise on his show, which brought them international fame. I had no idea when I walked in--it was pure luck. Fame aside, it's easy to see why the restaurant remains so beloved: the food is simple, rustic, and outstanding. I started with escargot, followed by a perfectly cooked steak with roasted potatoes and a crisp green salad. The true test of a great restaurant is how well it executes the basics--and here, they were exceptional. Tip: make a reservation in advance. This place fills up fast for good reason. read more

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Meats grilled over a wood fire are the specialty of this brasserie, which is somewhat akin to a French steakhouse. Steaks and chops are served with rustic potatoes flavored with the smoke that pours out into the street out front. The small two-level room has stone-lined walls and feels positively medieval. read more

We had a late reservation but we were in the area so we walked in to see whether we could be seated early and they were lovely to seat us downstairs (which was a pleasure since it was so hot out today). The cavernous downstairs was so much cooler and comfortable. We e shared the escargot, rib for 2 and had a côte du Rhône wine pairing that was delicious! read more

Ok. I get it. Anthony bourdain. Open fire. Ginormous cuts of beef. French provincial. I can only speak about my experience tonight. I ordered an $85 bottle of wine. It was. A lesser CDP, but it's ok--yes I'm sitting here right now. Escargots. So much sand and dirt, I was crunching it between my teeth. I informed the server--not to gain another order--Just to let her know. So they brought a second half dozen. Less sand but still too much to bear. I make escargot at home. I buy the large burgundy snails. I rinse them, but never in my life. Have I ever seen any send them. Where are they getting these things? From the Seine?? THEN, my ribeye. It looked so attractive on the grill. Honestly, I prefer a striploin because it has some teeth to it, but I ordered the ribeye tonite because it's often among the tenderest cuts and it's among the few things on the menu that is less than 500 grams. Came with haricots vert and potatoes. It's worth mentioning that the grill man was feeding the fire with pieces of pine from packing crates. That's not only cheap wood that releases no real BTUs but being pine it releases sap and other toxins into the food that's cooking above it. Real amateur hour stuff going on here. Anyway, I cut into the steak and took my first bite. My first reaction was that this f'ing thing was never seasoned with salt and pepper. Ok. Maybe it's a Parisian thing ( I don't think so). It was complex unseasoned. And I realized, I was sitting 15 feet from the open fire, and I never once saw the bored chef put salt and pepper on anything. The chew. It was so tough, I think this may have been a rodeo animal. I salted the SOB and tried again. No better. I ate the your-grandmother-overcooked-them green beans and a few of the (yes, unsalted) potatoes and left 3/4 of the leathery meat on the plate and took my bottle of wine to sit at the bar. The owner was sitting there at the end of the bar, exactly in the same place as when I walked in. He's on his laptop, fat and slovenly, and dressed in a down jacket. When I walked in, he didn't even greet me. Some patron did. I was put off. Is this a neighborhood bar? A frat house?? She was sitting next to him and said hello, and that was the end of it. I literally had to find someone to help me find my place, my seat, my anything. So, I walked over to him, and quietly, politely, even sympathetically, told him that the meat was terrible. I went so far as to pull out my phone and showed him pictures of the steaks that I prepared at home, trying to convey to him that I know what I'm talking about. It was lost on him. He grunted. And for the time it took me to finish the rest of my bottle of wine, he glared at me, and discussed with the staff my something or other. This guy is the worst kind of restaurant owner. He doesn't give a damn. He's lazy. And he has no interest and the quality of his product. The restaurant owner doesn't sit down for three hours at the end of the bar, drinking wine, and checking his laptop, while his place is burning to the f'ing ground. To be honest, most of the customers look like college students or perhaps just a little older, and maybe they're not that picky. But I don't consider myself to be picky. I'm just looking for a decent piece of meat that I can chew, and subsequently swallow. It would be nice, too, if I didn't have to do my own seasoning on everything on my plate. I'm not a big salt guy. In fact, my wife and I always argue about whether there's too much salt on the food. On this food, however, there was not a drop of salt and not a drop of pepper. Hint: grilling 101. Season your meat, preferably a couple of hours before it hits the grill. Oh, and by the way that brings up another story. The grill master was slamming a piece of meat on the counter the entire time I was sitting there while he was waiting for the next order. I'm talking 100 times. Picking up a piece of meat, and slamming it down of the counter, just to keep himself occupied. What the hell is that? Is he bored, does he need some kind of relaxation technology? So unprofessional. And I have to say, he looked like he hated his job more than I hated my meal. I cannot imagine any reason in the world to eat here. It's dirty. It's lousy. And did I mention that the food sucks?? Addendum. Prior to posting this review I sent it to the restaurant to give them a fair chance to respond. Well what do you think they did? Yep. They took the offensive and attacked me. I dare say that this is the number one reason that this place is a disaster. Zero introspection. Well, there ya have it. read more

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Robert et Louis is a historic gem in the Marais district, renowned for its simple yet flavorful French cuisine. The bistro has been around for decades and even hosted Anthony Bourdain in the first episode of *No Reservations*. The rustic execution of their dishes highlights the quality ingredients. We loved the perfectly cooked steak, buttery potatoes, and fresh salad. For appetizers, the blood sausage--though an acquired taste--is a French staple. This cozy spot is a must-visit for anyone seeking authentic, time-honored French flavors. read more

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I have been here a few times over the years and it is still a favourite! I love the cosiness of this place and the cramped familiarity. The welcome is always by an elderly gentlemen who sits at the bar with a bottle of white wine and oversees the nights proceedings. The fois gras (I know it is not a popular dish for all) is simply amazing. If there is just one place to have it - it is here. I had the entecote and he had the pork. It came with potatoes and a simple salad. Perfectly cooked. Food is simple and freshly grilled and always delicious. Staff are competent and matter of fact. No frills or airs in their service just prompt and direct delivery. I just love it and will return every time I am in Paris. read more

Robert et Louise - View of downstairs bar - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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Only come here if you are big on steak, organ meats or other heavy red meat. There was very little else for someone looking for something lighter. And don't bother with the salad. It's just lettuce - no other vegetables. The proprietor is very nice, although I don't think he understood that sitting on a tiny bench at the communal table was excruciating. It's one of the reasons we left as soon as we could and didn't linger. The ambience near the open wood flame grill was great. Service was quick and efficient by Parisian standards. read more

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My absolute favorite restaurant in Paris, a third generation family restaurant serving up incredible steaks and meat in an open fireplace kitchen. One of my friends told me about this place and I didn't believe it until I went. And then I went back for dinner every single night for the week that I was there. It's a super old building in Le Marais, run by the grandson of the original owners, Robert and Louise, hence the name. He lives upstairs with his family, and the personal family touches throughout the place just warm my former-family-business-owning heart. Reservations are recommended, but there are usually a couple of seats at the hosting table, which seems like the old family dining room table with bench seating right by the open kitchen. They cook all of the meat in a wood burning fireplace, carefully tended by the owner. The sights and smells are incredible, so I loved sitting right there, mesmerized the by the experience and expertise. The rest of the kitchen is tiny, as the menu is simple. They serve up a few different cuts of steak, along with duck, escargot, and some specials. You get a choice of two out of three sides, green beans, potatoes, and salad. After having literally everything on the menu, the steak for two is definitely the best, but everything is spectacular. My favorite bit is the salt. This this massive chunky gray salt from Guerande, and I highly recommend dousing everything with it. The staff is so friendly and welcoming, it makes you feel like you're family. There's also the basement seating area that is ridiculously cozy. I can't wait to go back on my next trip and feel like I'm coming home. read more

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Loved this restaurant! They have a small kitchen upstairs where they cook the steak over an open fire and the cote de beouf was an incredible bite, with a perfect crust and paired beautifully with their salt and mustard. The escargot and the rest of the sides were really nice too. I will be thinking about that mustard for a long time. read more

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A very lovely establishment! One you wouldn't think would have a "basement" or "cellar" as additional seating. The service was super friendly and the food was superb! Highly recommend if you're in Paris. read more

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Nice surprise to find it with good environment with super taste,very impressive! will recommend my friends 头 visit read more

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We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at Robert et Louise! We entered just after our reservation time and were led to our downstairs table and provided a menu. It soon a few minutes for the busy staff to get to us but we enjoyed the hustle and bustle in this very uniquely decorated restaurant. Although the staff seemed to be flying about, when they came to see us, they focused on us and our needs. We didn't know the wines and my spouse wanted a Pinot noir so the waiter quickly got her a sample - he could have upsold us to a more expensive bottle but said the least expensive was very good and he was right. We tried the escargot (really good - lots basil paste) and mushrooms (delicious) as starters. For mains we had the shrimps (very very tasty) and the steak (their specialty). The steak is cooked over a small wood burning fire that you can watch if you are seated in the right spot. We had a glass of Armagnac as a digestif and the bartender even slid me a little extra once it was gone. Just a great experience! read more

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"Un des meilleurs repas de ma vie." One of the best meals of my life. The meat. Oh, how I will dream of the meat. Red and succulent. Cooked on a grill over an open flame. Basically how they'd have done it in a kitchen like that 500 years ago. And the place looks about 500 years old, in the very best ways, like stepping back in time. A reminder of what makes Paris the greatest city in the world: that the past lives in the present. A last note about the service. We've had a meal at a dozen different restaurants in Paris. Service was mostly OK. Here, it felt like we were family. read more

Robert et Louise - Fire grill on left side, kitchen on right. - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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Amazing grilled meats at a very reasonable price. Loved both the duck and the entrecôte. Salad was good, snails were excellent and the potatoes and green beans were great too. Service was efficient and polite enough and it's a really neat old space with the visible wooden grill and the wood beams. Really neat to see the owner sitting in the corner chatting folks up and helping people with searing. Absolutely loved it -- will return read more

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What can I say ... this restaurant is amazing !!! Walked in for our 6:30 reservation and were seated right away and greeted nicely by the guys in perfect English ... menu was also given to us in English ... the open fire grill is the star attraction here and the action is fast !!! We started with a foie gras that was creamy and perfect ... then we tried the escargot and they were perfectly cooked !!! We then shared a big 1kg steak, that was cooked to a perfect medium. Overall we loved the experience and the service. Will come again on the next trip to Paris. read more

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Love a restaurant that's been around for 2 generations!! It's all about the meat! Menu pretty simple with your choice of meat cut and 2 sides. Staff speaks good enough English for the tourists. They were great at recommending a wine pairing for my ribeye steak. Definitely glad I got the potatoes and string beans as my side. Too full but I ordered creme brûlée anyways for dessert. No problem finishing it. It's a pretty cozy space with more seatings in the basement. I would recommend getting reservations in advance but you'd be okay to get a seat if you're one or two people. Biggest group to accommodate maybe 6people. read more

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This is a lovely little establishment. My brother and I had dinner here on the first night we spent in Paris. I did a quick google search for restaurants in/near the 3rd arrondissement and Robert et Louise came up many times. My brother made a quick reservation online and we showed up at the restaurant about 10 mins before it opened for the evening (6pm). Like I said, the restaurant is lovely inside. It has a cozy, rustic feel to it. I felt like I was eating in a place that had some history to it. The waiter asked if we would like to sit by the fire or the window and I foolishly said window. The window seat was fine but I say it was a foolish decision because they cook all of their meats over open flame and we would have had a front row seat to that. I won't make the mistake of not sitting by the fire again. Final note on the atmosphere- We ate upstairs but when I went to use the toilet, I walked downstairs and realized they had an additional dining room down there. The room had a cozy cave vibe to it and I would have been fine with dining down there as well. Now the important stuff- The food was absolutely magnificent. We figured we were in Paris (For the first time, no less!) so we should try some snails. I didn't regret it. They serve them with the classic parsley and butter sauce and they serve them in the shell so you can use a little tool to dig them out. Some people might not like to work for their food but I thought it was a fun, unique experience. Then for my entree I had the duck leg confit. It comes with a side salad and house made potato wedges/fries. The duck was amazing. The best I have ever had. The skin was deliciously crispy and the meat was tender and juicy and flavorful. The meat on the portion was substantial, as well. The side salad was simply lettuce with dressing but the dressing was incredible. It turned simple lettuce into a full and satisfying salad. The potatoes were good but they weren't particularly noteworthy. The service was very friendly. It was mostly young men who were waiting, tending bar, and cooking, and they were all very pleasant and accommodating. When I make it back to Paris, this restaurant is on my list of places that I have to visit again. I can't recommend them enough. We had an excellent time here. read more

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Made reservations ahead of time. A must. This was the most charming, cozy and warm place we ate at on our France adventure. I had the ribeye, potatoes and green beans. All were excellent. I did learn something about ordering "medium rare" in France. It comes on the rare side. My wife had the shrimp with the potatoes and string beans. If you are that, the shrimp cones whole/unpeeled. .Very good though. We sat near the grill and bar. Downstairs looks very inviting too. Put that meal together with a bottle of wine, and you'll have a wonderful evening. read more

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This place was the perfect ending to our trip! We were lucky to snag a late reservation here. Everything was outstanding including the service. We started with wine and a 3 cheese board. We worked with our server to select the 3 based on what we wanted and her recommendations. They were all delicious, high quality cheese with bread. Before starting cooking our mains, they checked with us to see if we were ready or wanted to wait which I appreciated. For mains we ordered the duck breast with honey sauce and a special which was a Bavette with shallots. Both were phenomal and cooked just right. Each main comes with 2 sides so we tried the salad green beans and potatoes. Would definitely recommend the salad as it has a homemade mustard dressing. For dessert we ordered the mousse and the French brioche bread with ice cream and caramel. Both were delicious. I really enjoyed them. Recommending this to anyone looking for a spot to eat in Paris! Very unique that the meats are cooked on a wood fired stove! read more

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Recommended by friends. We sat at a bench near the open kitchen where you can see all the goods being cooked. Staff was friendly and perfectly attentive. I'd go back. Maybe dine in the basement dining room. All was delish! Chef's kiss! read more

We heard of this restaurant through Anthony Bourdain, and had to check it out. We got a reservation for an early dinner, and I would highly recommend making a reservation as it's very popular during traditional meal times! The staff was fantastic, the food was phenomenal, and we will go back every time we are in Paris! read more

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Had a great meal here. Got a nice table on the street window. Wine was good. Service was good, and English spoken to accommodate. Steak was really good, they cook on an open fire in the restaurant can watch was cool. Great flavor and was a bit rare for me in grateful they came to check our satisfaction early and took it off the plate (don't take the whole plate away, thankfully) to sear it to perfection a few minutes later I'm delighted to be finishing, great mousse snd creme brûlée too. I'd go back for sure. Lovely vibe, old architecture very cool read more

It might be difficult to cook a medium T-bone steak for two on a wood fire oven, but as a customer that's not my problem. First steak was grey, second was blue & cold to touch. read more

Best meal I've ever had. Very intimate setting as though you are inside someone's home kitchen. The place smells of a cozy wood fire. The steak was incredible, tender, flavorful and cooked perfectly. A heads up for any Americans-- they wait till you finish your appetizer before they put your steak on the grill. I kept saying we were still working on it as I assumed the steak would just come out while we still had our app plate. And my husband noticed others who came in after us were getting their food, that's why! No problem, I felt silly once I realized. Also, the salt omg the salt whatever they put in it is addictive. In a good way! Sprinkle a little salt on the steak and I was in heaven. read more

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Amazing food, amazing service! A quaint and essential restaurant for French food and wine. You will be warmly welcomed, learn the history of the restaurant, and feel their pride and passion of serving fantastic food. Tbone was excellent; would recommend this over the entrecôte. Enjoy a bottle of wine, and the fun conversation! read more

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I visited Robert et Louise in November 2021 and had a phenomenal experience. We stopped by around 8 pm on a week day without reservations, and were able to snag a couple seats at the upstairs bar. We ordered a cheese plate to start followed by fire grilled steak as the main course. Everything down the wine was absolutely delicious. The whole experience was made by the man who greeted us before and after our meal. He was extremely welcoming and kind, and it made our whole trip to Paris so memorable. Additionally, the ambiance of the restaurant was fantastic. It felt very homey and interactive with the steaks sizzling over a fire as we walked to our seat. The upstairs almost felt like a cave (but in a good way). I would recommend Louise et Robert to anyone visiting or local. Next time, I will make reservations! read more

Robert et Louise - Fire grill - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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We chose Robert et Louise to have dinner for my husband's birthday on our last night in Paris. We arrived a few minutes ahead of our 6:15 reservation and were seated promptly. Our daughter has a broken leg and they were quick to accommodate her and store her chair. For food we chose to start with escargot and a charcuterie plate. The charcuterie was served with absolutely delightful pickles! We had the cote de boeuf for 2 as our main course. The meat was beautiful but could have used just a little more salt, same with the potatoes. The accompanying salad was lightly dressed with a classic vinaigrette and was the perfect contrast to the richness of the beef. We had a nice bottle of wine with our food and chose the dessert special of brioche French toast with salted caramel and ice cream. We also ordered cognac with dessert. It was a fantastic way to cap off a few days in Paris! read more

Robert et Louise - French Near Me - Paris, 75

Oui oui!! Anthony Bourdain is right, this restaurant is EVERYTHING. We had the most wonderful meal here during our time in Paris. Steak, duck confit, foie gras, escargot & a long wine list in a relaxed venue with wood beams & stone walls. You can watch a French lady with a French hat cooking on the sizzling iron cast hanging off the wall while you relax with a glass of wine and soak in the most Parisian vibe that you could get. Everything we had here was amazing- escargot was juicy and flavorful, lamb rack was out of this world. If you are around the area just come dine here you won't regret it! read more

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One of my favorites! I walked past and saw someone's meal & new I had to come back. We sat downstairs at the bar - best spot is in the corner! Lovely server who was kind & attentive - and her colleague was very funny! You don't know there's more seating downstairs - all stone and felt like you were in a cozy cave. I had the duck with honey sauce - amazing! Loved the open kitchen and wished I had discovered this place earlier in my trip. Also, the mustard is delicious and I recommend getting the fresh sausage starter. read more

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We had reservations on a Monday night - several people came in without reservations and were able to get seated right away - but the restaurant is small! Staff were very friendly and attentive. We both got the ribeyes and they were delicious. We would definitely return! read more

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Great atmosphere and service! If you get offered a seat at the bar don't shy away. My husband and I snuggled up to the bar and shared a t-bone dinner. The portions were fairly big so easily shareable unless of course you want to try another cut or different options. This was definitely good but not the best steak I've ever had. read more

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A great dining experience that most would over-look for other restaurants that advertise a lot. Food is cooked to order ; exceptional service and large portions( too much for me). Not sure if they have a shared plate charge but "Go all in" and feast on amazing fresh food. Leave room for dessert & coffee hut make SURE you buy a shirt or hat! Thank you Robert and Louise and their family running this amazing business . read more

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This is a rustic, small, and intimate French steak restaurant. I saw it had good reviews and that they cooked their steaks with an open flame. So I came in on a random night, and my party was seated in the basement area. It was dark, but there were still some lights that gave it more of a soft light focus with a romantic or intimate setting. We ordered champagne and I had a charcuterie plate and a steak. The steak is cooked on an open fire, so it tastes more rustic. It's different from a cast iron pan, but it was still delicious from the char. As for the charcuterie plate, it was a mix of different cured meats. Looking at the plate, the one that looked the most unappetizing was something called rillettes. It's basically a meat that's been slow cooked for hours, mashed/macerated, and potted in its own fat to get extra flavour. It looked ugly for lack of a better word. However, I wanted to try everything since I spent € on it, and to my shock and amazement, the rillettes were the best thing on the plate. It was one of the most delicious things I've ever tried-- so juicy and flavourful. The rillettes here we're made from pork, and it's still my favourite. I've tried ones made from duck or rabbit, and while they are still good, I think the one from Robert and Louise is still the best. They make it themselves, and the pork has enough fat to ensure the rillettes themselves are moist and tender, rather than dry. The service was lovely. The waitress was a middle-aged woman who spoke limited English, but since I spoke French, it went well. When I asked what rillettes were and how they made it, she explained the cooking process well and attempted to make the effort to communicate with not just me, but also my friend who didn't speak the language. I appreciated it! If you want some delicious, solid French food, come to this spot. The service is great and the ambience gives me 1920s vibes, which I enjoy. read more

Whenever I go to Paris, I go here. It's a little out of the way, but worth it. The steak is always good and cooked to perfection. The whole meal is made better by the staff. They are always accommodating and pleasant. The owners are wonderful and friendly. read more

Great place to go for a steak of course Not only the food is great and done perfectly but the service is outstanding This place will take you to another era the vibe is just amazing! Thank you guys we had a great night !!!! read more

Decent price for the amount of food. Meat is fresh. Portion is big. A good selection of wine with reasonable price.

We went here at 7:30 on a Sunday not expecting to get in without a reservation but we got really lucky and there were 2 spots at the bar area. We sat downstairs and the ambiance was sooo cool. It was cozy and warm. We had escargot for the first time and it was so yummy. We also got the duck confit and t bone steak. The duck confit literally melted in my mouth. Everything was delicious, The service was excellent, and this place was amazing. Definitely worth, would recommend 10/10 read more

One of my favorite spots in Paris. The entrecôte is is the best I've had in france and the ambiance is exception. Service is also solid but nothing special. If you're looking for a reasonably priced steak in Paris, look no further. read more

We loved the ambience of this spot the grill and the kitchen are so cozy. We were a party of 8 so seated at the communal table upstairs, downstairs they also have a large communal table. The service was amazing lots of recommendations. The magret / duck ended up being my favorite! We also loved the grilled sausage and the beef ribs. The green beans and salad were also huge hit. The cornichon mustard and sea salt accompanying were also amazing read more