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    Bistrot Richelieu

    4.2 (246 reviews)
    PriceyFrench, Breakfast & Brunch
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:30 PM

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Ribeye Steak Frites
    Ricardo J.

    This was the last night of our October 2024 trip to Paris and we were hoping for one last amazing dinner. We rolled the dice on this place, and were not disappointed. We were greeted warmly at the door and brought over to an excellent nook, great for seeing the street and the interior. Of course I had their French onion soup, which was delicious. We each had a steak, and I opted for the XL Ribeye, which was cooked to perfection. The accompanying frites and au poivre sauce were perfect. We ended up with a dessert order of profiteroles, a French indulgence we hadn't tried yet. It ended up being one of the most decadent and satisfying things we ate all week! I highly recommend this place if you are close to the Louvre, it is just slightly off the beaten path, which is where you will find the best places.

    Jay O.

    Amazing food. Good service. True French gem of a place. Everyone there looked so happy and satisfied. Great atmosphere to experience fun and great hospitality

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    Grace W.

    Stopped in for lunch. Thankfully they were able to seat us without a reservation. They were able to provide an allergen menu for one of our guests who has celiac! Lunch was delicious and the spot was cute!

    Dianna H.

    My friend and I stopped by for lunch on Friday afternoon at 1 pm and the restaurant was about half full. I had a reservation, but don't think I needed it. To start, my friend got a beer and I got a glass of one of their white wines. Both were good. In addition to the regular menu offerings, they also offer some daily menu items. I went with the frog leg appetizer ($19.90) off the daily menu and the duck confit ($21.90) from the regular menu for my entree. The frog legs were cooked with parsley and butter. I haven't had them in a long time, but I liked the ones here after adding some salt. For the duck confit, it was okay as well, but I did find it a bit on the dry side. My friend got the chicken breast with ratatouille ($20.90) and really liked it. I tried a bite of both and agree that the chicken and ratatouille were incredibly flavorful. I chose to come to this restaurant because it came up in my research for a good ratatouille spot, and I'm glad it didn't disappoint on that regard!

    Escargot... ummmm yes!! I'd eat these all day every day
    Elle Z.

    I was in search of a good Beef Bourguignon and snails. I pretty much nailed it. The food was delicious, and the service was friendly and on-point. I sat outside. The snail flavors were outstanding. They handled my food allergies like champs, and I felt very safe. I was even able to eat the bread. Again, I drank another real-sugar Coca Cola. So delish. I would definitely return here when I return to Paris.

    French onion soup
    Diana M.

    Great little spot near the opera. We loved stumbling upon this little bistro on our recent trip to Paris. The service was wonderful and the food came out quickly. Our favorite thing here was the French onion soup!

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    Francesco R.

    After first trying to get into a place down the street with a line out the door and down the sidewalk it was time to find a new place. Spooted this other well reviewed place on Google maps and walked down the street. Not disappointed in our decision. The service and the food were both very good and on a Sunday morning with all the tourists about there was plenty of room for us. Maybe it's a hidden gem that won't be so hidden after a few more good reviews.

    Wine,snails bread basket
    Jennifer S.

    We came here for our first night in Paris. It was a short, walking distance from our hotel, hotel du louvre. Our concierge at the hotel recommended it. We went in there ordering the snails and intended to order duck or chicken, but quickly saw so many people ordering the burger and fries so decided to do snails and the burger. The waiter's name was Marc and did a great job recommending wine for us. He was very patient. The ambience was great. We were able to sit by the window as we requested. It definitely had a vibe that the locals eat there often we ended up sharing the burger and snails and was perfect. Sad that we don't live in Paris so we could try this place again, but hope to be back someday.

    Katherine L.

    RACIST and unrespectful. I ordered a 3 course diner + wine + coffee that costed 65 euro. Note this is not a cheap expense. While I have a show to watch next street at 8pm where's 15 mins walk distant, and I finished the dinner around 6:40 ish. So I planed your stay a bit till 7:30 before the show start. Cos it's cold outside and I don't have anywhere to go anyways. So I opened the laptop to reply on some emails. BTW there's another lady siting beside me worked for hours here ordered just coffee and not get kick out. But the waiter later told me that the restaurant is full reservation and I should leave in 10 mins. However the restaurant is still having quite a lot seats !!! I don't see why this is only to me . Maybe because I'm Asian ? This is doubtably RACIST!! BTW the food is way too SALTY !! Won't recommend this .

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    Hayden S.

    Bistro Richelieu was our first breakfast stop in Paris and while we definitely enjoyed the breakfast, what we really enjoyed was the super friendly associate that waited on us. He was kind and gave us recommendations for our time in Paris and made us feel welcome. Regarding the food, we both got the La New Yorkaise, which came with a hot beverage, fresh orange juice, baguette with butter and jam, croissant, and eggs. The croissants were SO soft and yummy. The eggs were "fluffy," which is different from what we're used to, but they were also good. We wanted to return another time during the trip, but unfortunately didn't have time. Merci beaucoup for a great first morning in Paris!

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    Lovely place. Had the lunch set of artichoke salad and beef stew. Both well constructed and delicious.

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    7 years ago

    It is closed down temporarily. There is a sign on the door that says they will reopen next week.

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    This is a nice neighborhood bistro. The servers are friendly. The food is nice. The prices are reasonable.

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    If you're looking not to break the bank and looking for some good French food then come on in. The food is up to par!

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    Super delicious food (had escargot, Angus steak, French onion soup, croque de monsieur) and great service as well!

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    Came to this place on my way to the Louvre and saw that was filled with people so I decided to stop for lunch.

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    Brasserie Bellanger - Couldn't decide between the Bernaise sauce or garlic herb butter so got both!

    Brasserie Bellanger

    4.7(91 reviews)
    1.9 kmGare du Nord/La Chapelle, Strasbourg-St Denis/Bonne Nouvelle, 10ème

    How was flying out Charles de Gaulle Airport the next day and I just arrived from Frankfurt Germany…read moreby train when I looked up a French restaurant near the Gard du Nords train station and found BB. Luca was my server and he was very welcoming in hospitable to this weary traveler. I sat on the patio towards the end of the row so I could take in the atmosphere and people watch a bit. Luca Recommended a meal with a mashed potatoes and sausage with French bread and salad and it sounded tasty so I gave it a go! All the flavors went well together; mashed potatoes were well seasoned the sausage had a good flavor, and the salad with the vinaigrette added a crunch in an extra flavor as well. I drank a French hard cider while I gobbled up my meal, which also was new for me and tasted great after I was done my meal. Luke brought me a shot with rum and some other ingredients, including lemon that definitely hit the spot after a good meal.I recommend Brasserie Belanger for anyone near GDN Train Station that enjoys great food and patio dining. Cheers!

    Had dinner here this evening after scoring a last minute reservation for four. Seated quickly after…read morearrival at 1900, with our server greeting us shortly thereafter. The restaurant itself isn't small, but really not big, so it's definitely worthwhile to make a reservation at least a week or so on advance, otherwise you're pushing your luck. Everyone ordered steak frites (2 rump steak, 2 flank) and no one was disappointed. Steaks were cooked to order, although medium here in France is more like medium rare in the States, just be advised. The restaurant itself is lively and fun with lots of chatting, laughing and good times being shared. Desserts were Crème Brûlée and Apple Crumble, neither of which were disappointing. We definitely enjoyed our dinner and would likely return again. This time with a reservation made well in advance.

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    Bistro des Augustins - Fermier

    Bistro des Augustins

    4.4(564 reviews)
    1.3 kmSaint-Michel/Odéon, 6ème
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    Very small place, reasonably priced and great French food with a somewhat limited menu.read more

    Found the Bistro on Yelp and made reservations for 8:30pm for dinner with my son while we were in…read moreParis on our way to Germany. Just finished a long bike ride to the Eiffel Tower and worked up an appetite. Decided to go straight to the main course. They are known for Au Gratins. My son is not a cheese fan so he opted for the norvigene (smoked salmon in dill lemon and EVOO. I decided to stick with the house specialty; Landais Au Gratin (cream potatoes, duck breast and emmental cheese). The 2 German girls beside me ordered a cider with both their meals so I followed their lead. When in Paris...... Considering the temperature, I almost second-guess myself and ordered something other than their house specialty of au gratin potatoes. In the end, I was very glad I overruled that thought. Brody enjoyed his meal. He just appeared to still be hungry when it was done and a 16 year-old boy that normally has a high caloric intake, I can understand why he wanted a second meal after eating his first! The restaurant in the patio were quite crowded even though we had reservations. They still sat us within five minutes of arrival. Not that five minutes is a long time to wait, but it was still worth the wait as good as the food tasted. We both enjoyed our meals.

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    Chez Janou - prawns in wine sauce

    Chez Janou

    4.1(709 reviews)
    2.4 kmBastille, Marais, 3ème
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    Outstanding provencal food. Every dish was superb. Fried tiny fish, gratinated mussels, chickpea…read morefries for appetizer. Duck breast slices like fine rare steak. Brandade of haddock creamy delicious. Most of all was the friendly engagement of the waitstaff, led by the manager, Nicholas, who went beyond the call of duty to find a place for my family dinner. Bravo to all!

    Friday lunch was an absolute beauty…read more The food? Fantastic. The wait times? Let's just say we're in Paris, not a Formula 1 pit lane. We'll leave it at that. We headed to Chez Janou, a Paris institution. I hadn't been in years, but my son insisted we go back because, according to him, they have the best chocolate mousse in Paris. Judging by the lineup, half the city; and every tourist with an Instagram account showed up. Thankfully we had a 2pm reso. Here's the thing, though. Everyone talks about the mousse, but the food deserves just as much attention. I'd also forgotten how much I love the 3rd arrondissement. Wander a few minutes from the restaurant and you'll find beautiful art galleries, a gorgeous little park, and some of the best boutique shopping in Paris. It's one of those neighbourhoods where you accidentally walk 15,000 steps without realizing it. Now, here's your game plan. Start with the escargots or the gambas to share. For your main, order the farci provençal or the foie de veau. The farci is like a French version of a stuffed pepper: yummy comfort food with a southern coast twist. As for the foie de veau... I actually ordered it by mistake. I thought I was getting regular veal. Out came veal liver. Best mistake of the day. I love liver. My mom makes an incredible liver and onions, so I'm a tough judge. This was outstanding. Rich, buttery, perfectly cooked and perfectly salted. It was so good I immediately texted my mom and told her she's coming here the next time she's in Paris. Drum roll, please... The chocolate mousse. Was it worth all the hype? Yep. There are no fancy swirls or little artistic desserts here. A server simply walks over carrying what looks like a white industrial-sized bowl of chocolate mousse and casually drops a mountain of it onto your plate. Everyone grabs a spoon and starts digging in. It's wonderfully French. Simple. Unpretentious. Ridiculously good. So yes, Chez Janou lives up to the hype. But don't just come for the mousse. Come for the lunch, stay for the neighbourhood, and spend the afternoon getting happily lost in one of the best corners of Paris. That's a Friday well spent.

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    Chez Fernand - Roquefort

    Chez Fernand

    4.3(299 reviews)
    1.3 kmSaint-Michel/Odéon, Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, 6ème
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    one of THE GREATEST restaurants I've ever visited. the filet mignon was so delicate and flavorful…read more i loved the french onion soup, it is definitely a must!!! i've never had a better soup. chilean sea bass wasn't fishy at all, will melt in your mouth. and the bone marrow was HUGE! i've never seen bigger bone marrows in my life, so juicey and delicious. the roasted chicken was perfection and the side of mashed potatoes were so smooth and buttery. i couldn't have asked for a better dinner

    We did not have a good visit to Chez Fernand. From start to finish, our waiter was terribly…read moreunpleasant and incredibly rude to us, for no reason. We have gone into every place being polite and kind and were met with such hostility. He got even more snippy and rude when we declined to have wine or dessert, when we tried to ask any questions about the menu, even walking away from us while we were in the middle of speaking or asking a question. When he brought us food or drinks he nearly dropped it on the table and quickly sped off. Some other servers seemed nice to other guests, so maybe we got one on a bad day but still we felt really upset and uncomfortable with how we were treated, there is no reason for anyone in the service industry to be so rude especially when we were being so polite. You also get blocked into your seat, and are very close to other guests which is fine but you have to call the waiter to pull your table back out to get up or to go to your seat- to which they begrudgingly do so. The beef bourguignon was tasty, but we did not like how both my and my friend's order were brought in the same pot. This resulted in us having maybe 3 tiny potatoes each and not near as much meat as we hoped for. We were expecting to each have our own dish. This was certainly not worth the 36€ per person price point (nearly $80 USD for the one pot of food), and we left the restaurant still hungry and extremely upset and disappointed by the service. Overall I would not return or recommend.

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    Chez Fernand - Le légendaire bœuf Bourguignon aux joues de bœuf Black Angus, pommes vapeur.

    Le légendaire bœuf Bourguignon aux joues de bœuf Black Angus, pommes vapeur.

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    La Jacobine

    La Jacobine

    4.5(422 reviews)
    1.5 kmSaint-Michel/Odéon, Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, 6ème
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    One of our favorite meals in Paris for a family summer holiday in Europe! Lunch with a group of 8…read morebefore an afternoon tour at the Louvre. Give yourself adequate time to enjoy the experience - it's not to be rushed. Perfect ambiance, food was simple and superbly prepared. Even the hardest to please in our group have fond memories of this meal. Highly recommend.

    IMPORTANT- make sure you have a reservation (made online) however, it's also important that you get…read morea confirmation email. I made one and did not receive a confirmation email so there must have been a glitch in the system and it did not go through. However, we put our name down on a Saturday evening and only had to wait 20 minutes. The place is very small and charming- we set less than a foot away from another couple which made the experience more fun. We were greeted by a great server and he accommodated to our language- we ordered a glass of champagne and a beer then 6 escargot to start. It was fun diving into the culture as well as delicious. The meals were perfect size for us and had so much flavor! We dipped the potatoes from the beef with the ravioli cheese and it was the most delicious combination. I get the buzz about this place, we had such a lovely time as a traveling couple and would go again for the whole meal anymore!

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    La Jacobine - The entrance to the passage from Rue André des Arts (6eme arr) 11/1/23

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    The entrance to the passage from Rue André des Arts (6eme arr) 11/1/23

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