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    Café de la Paix

    3.5 (287 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 10:30 AM, 12:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Dressy

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    One of the best croissants I have ever tasted.
    Jeff T.

    This started off a little odd because the hours did not seem to match reality. Their website spoke of a 7 AM coffee/croissant offering on the terrace, but when we got there there was only a buffet and at 8 AM they let us in to be seated for a non-buffet selection. I am sure it was my mistake, but just a little confusing. We opted for a lite break at with a three piece basket that included a croissant, a pain du chocolate and a roll. This came with one orange juice and one warm beverage but our server just added my extra coffee and juice as well as an extra croissant I requested. They are know as one of the better croissants in town and I believe they deserve that recognition. So light, flaky and buttery I just wanted more and more. The service was great and the ambience was that of being in a gorgeous museum/ five star hotel. I highly recommended stopping in for the coffee and pastry but they have warm egg dishes as well.

    Lee R.

    Perfect place for a drink and treats before or after the opera. Such a delight and lots of good choices. It's a beautiful dining experience. We have been here several times and it's always good.

    Flower of 12 shrimp
    Peter L.

    Inside the Intercontinental Grand, Cafe de la Paix has been around since 1862. The place is pretty, feels historic and a lot of the menu seems pretty timeless as well. The french onion soup is super rich and is from the restaurant opening. But the seafood bar is really the highlight for apps, and we tried a bouquet of shrimp which didn't disappoint. The touredos of beef with bernaise sauce was probaby our fave, although the steamed cod and beef tartare were also solid. Good wine selection and a nice escape from the bustling streets outside.

    Outside
    Tabitha H.

    Conveniently located next to Palais Garnier and a metro stop, Café de la Paix was easy to find and seated us right away on a Thursday morning. We had a croissant, pain au chocolat, crème brûlée, a hot chocolate, and coffee. The food and drinks were pretty average and it cost 40€. Creme brûlée was pretty good, but it was missing the top, crispy, burnt sugar layer. The real draw here is the interior. It's absolutely beautiful and gives off that quintessential Parisian elegance. Come for the ambiance and the view, but don't expect to be blown away by the menu.

    Main dining room
    Alfredo E.

    While getting out of the Opera in Paris, we encounter this place by chance. Café De La Paix enchants visitors with its rich history and luxurious ambiance, earning consistent praise for its timeless charm. While the elegant setting is undeniably impressive, we think the menu is a bit overpriced, citing a gap between the cost and the quality of certain dishes. The service is over the top, mainly for its attentiveness and efficiency, with staff creating a welcoming experience. Our feedback on the cuisine is mixed--we appreciate the visually stunning and flavorful desserts, while the main dishes felt short of an average expectations.

    Nicole H.

    I had an awesome dining experience. Before an opera show we were able to get reservations. Everything was top notch. The ambience,food and service was great. The painting on the wall is gorgeous. A perfect ladies night in Paris. I loved it.

    Patrick D.

    Cafe de la Paix was a little bit of a disappointment when it comes to food. I had a steak tartare that well executed but their fish and ships version was really hard. I think they use filet of cod fish that are breaded but what we got could have been used as a hammer. The Maitre D was very professional and came to our table to address our concerns. The service is absolutely first class and professional. The decor is charming, classy and inviting. Their croque-Monsieur and Madame re also delicious.

    Irina D.

    Lovely place to have dinner It's our second time here. Delicious food, great location and amazing service

    Terri M.

    When visiting France, this place is a musttttt if you want the exquisite experience of feeling like you're rich lol. I felt like I was in the middle of a movie here, the hosts and hostesses were so kind and everyone speaks English even though I was forcing myself to speak French to learn haha. I only came here for dessert although they do serve lunch here as well as dinner. It is done in a separate room. Lovely designs and art give the place a nice cozy feeling.

    french onion soup w/ comte cheese & Burgundy snails served in shells w/ parsley butter
    Julie K.

    a charming, beautiful interior and delicious food. i know spots like these are a hit or miss bc they're kind of "tourist trap-y" (it's right across Palais Garnier), but i personally loved it. french onion soup had the perfect level of thickness, escargot was saucy & oily in the best way. highlight though was the filet de daurade - sea bream with braised endives in beurre blanc (French butter sauce), which had a fresh, clean taste to it & was cooked perfectly. and highly recommend the millefeuille caramelise for dessert!!! the crunchy/creamy combo was delightful and it wasn't overwhelmingly sweet. what we ordered: - french onion soup w/ comte cheese - Burgundy snails served in shells w/ parsley butter - filet de daurade royale - royal sea bream filet with braised endives in beurre blanc -dessert: millefeuille caramelise

    James H.

    A fantastic dinner and while the ambience is elegant, and refined, you'll find that most people dinning here are casual The staff spoke English and were very friendly. Tip: Americans need to understand the time it takes for a full dinner service in France is a lot different than back in the States so sit back enjoy the ambience and experience and let the restaurant showcase their food, culture and their service. Portions are smaller but everything was well presented and delicious.

    Seafood Tower
    Tiffany N.

    We were walking by and saw the crowd and the seafood display window is impressive. We added our name on the list and came back 2 hours later. Pascal, our server was absolutely fantastic. He is very friendly and professional and also very attentive to our table. I ordered the small seafood tower and it was huge when it came out. I asked Pascal is this for 1 person and he replied with a big smile and nodded his head. My husband ordered the Sole Meuniere. It was absolutely delicious. I also order the Scallop Carpaccio. Very flavorful. We shared a Creame Brulee. It was fantastic. The restaurant is very busy because it's part of the Intercontinental Hotel. The menu is very pricey here. I saw the french onion soup for $28. The food is very good. So if you are not willing to drop $$$ this place is not for you.

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    4.0(3 reviews)
    1.5 kmMontmartre, Pigalle, 18ème

    Amazing sea food. Very nice service. Everything was fresh and tasty. Had oysters, bulots, shrimps…read moreand lobster rolls. Their mayo is also amazing. Will definitely come back. Recommend to anyone seafood lover!

    The restaurant does well with everything, except for the food. The indoor decor seems to give an…read moreimpression of diners being in a seaside shack where everyone would enjoy fresh catch of the day in abundance. But the actual food presented here would probably leave you hungry. The pink prawns are nothing more special than shrimps we ordinarily buy from stores. Mussels: each piece is so tiny, and the cream sauce flavor covered up what I wanted to taste- the mussel. The oysters were the only items that were decent. Very disappointed with the lobster roll. We have had lobster rolls in many places of the world, this one does not cut it. For 19 euros, I got maybe two bites of lobster and/ or crayfish meat inside of bread that was over-buttered and so doughy. Each time I chewed the bread it seemed to grow into a bigger bite in my mouth. Interestingly, someone else who also ordered the lobster roll had his bread partially cut off by the chef. Considering how this bread is, the cutting makes total sense. I later asked the chef why that one was done differently, he said: "No, it's done the same way. The bread was not cut smaller." (Although I had just walked pass the cutting board and there it was the rest of the bread still right there...) Likable restaurant concept, pretty photos on their website, but I wish I picked a different place for our special meal in Paris.

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