I had no idea this was a chain. The prices were reasonable and the portions were hearty. So nice…read moreto see a great selection of Italian wines. If you need an Italian fix, this place has you covered.

4.5 stars. Bocci! Bowl-me-over good Italian food…read more My mom was visiting me in Paris when we stumbled upon this restaurant while walking along the canal one evening. The weather was beautiful, and all of the cafés along the canal were packed, so we opted for one where we could still sit outside, albeit with less of a view. This is the kind of place that many locals would walk right by. It's quite new on the inside and doesn't have the typical "charm" (read: cramped, dirty bathrooms and inattentive wait staff) of some of the other places in the neighborhood. It is a chain restaurant with a spick and span interior, but doesn't feel like a tourist trap. The first thing I noticed right off the bat was that the menu was almost half vegetarian. My mom obliged me by ordering a pasta with mushrooms and a tomato cream sauce and I ordered a large veggie antipasto salad. The two dishes were huge and when shared between the two of us, more than enough food. The presentation was wonderful and the taste knocked me over. Nearly as good as the pasta I had while in Florence a few years back. This place is truly Italian, right down to it's vino. My mom attempted to order a glass of Côtes du Rhone (a wine she came to love on her trip to Paris - props to mom for learning her French wine!), but was promptly denied. Not because this place didn't happen to have a Côtes du Rhone, but because they don't "do" French wine. In fact, I almost laughed out loud at the waiter when he told my mom in a very heavy French-accented English and with a bit of sass "we only have Italian wine here, madame." I've got to say, that was the first time and possibly the only time I'm going to hear a French person, and specifically a French waiter at a restaurant in France, get in a bit of a huff that someone might order a glass of French wine. So we drank Italian wine - and it was good. All in all, a taste sensation. P.S. This place has a great downstairs that I assume could be rented for private soirées and such.

A delightful little bistro just around the corner from our lodgings in Paris off Rue Etienne…read moreMarcel. Actually a "deli" with a restaurant area, and fun sidewalk seating. We had foie gras (their specialty) very delicious, escargot, smoked salmon salad, french onion soup, and plenty of baguette. Helpful servers speak English well, they were quite patient and friendly. All the food we had was eye-opening, in both taste and presentation. We arrived 30 minutes before the kitchen closed, with several groups in front of us, but they kept us apprised of the situation and prepared a place for us outside as soon as it was available. We placed our order and the food arrived quickly; in the meantime several more diners came by and were seated for wine and desserts. It was fun for people-watching at such a late hour as many groups and couples were still out and about. While waiting to be seated, we had a chance to peruse the deli area with many varied terrines and foie gras, pickles, smoked salmon, caviar and wines. I wish I was more knowledgeable about their products, but I was amazed that my French from high school and college (40 years ago!) held up as well as it did!

This was my first time at this restaurant and I'm a little skeptical of organic, sustainable fare,…read morebut I ordered the Pork Ribs and they were out of this world. They were so juicy and flavorful. The mashed sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts gave just the right balance to sweet, tanginess of the pork. It was beautifully presented with the sweet potatoes serving as a bed and sprinkled lightly with cinnamon. I started with the pumpkin soup which was the perfect starter in a cold day. My friends enjoyed the Daahl which they enjoyed immensely. There is also a great selection of organic wines which also surprised me. Leave room for dessert as the tiramisu was outstanding. It was not too sweet or heavy just delicious. The waitstaff was very friendly and attentive. They were also kind about speaking English when I didn't understand an item. Super attentive and the restaurant owner greeted us when we arrived, check on us at each course and made sure we were satisfied at the end. It feels like a neighborhood place with a globally inspired menu. The food is so good. You'll forget it's healthy and organic! The ambiance was lively but still quiet enough to enjoy our conversation easily. There's a great energy with the patrons and staff. I've been to a lot of restaurants in Paris but few have an authentic neighborhood feel. Yuman does. If you're in Paris, I highly recommend you head to Yuman. It's super convenient--only about 300 feet from the Bibliothèque François Mitterand métro.

It's perfect! We're from Northern California and this is how we love to eat. Fresh, wholesome,…read morehomemade, organic, and super friendly. Diverse menu based on what is locally in season. Their fresh basil pesto is dreamy and the whole grain breads are great (not tasteless like some can be). Decent wine list, fair prices for organic, nice patio, and right next to the Bibliotheque Francois Mitterand Metro stop. Bon appetite!

A disappointment. We…read morewanted to visit Bellota-Bellota on our recent trip to Paris since we had such a great experience four years ago at their Rue de Seine location, which has since closed. Arrived 20 minutes early for our 12pm lunch reservation (they open at 10:30), no one was in the restaurant and we were told we had to come back. Apparently she wanted to watch her TV program. Arrived at noon, ordered the classic volcano and the selection of cheese. The ham was pre-sliced and a bit on the thick size right out of the package and the cheese was ice cold from the frig. Why we could not have had this low quality when we arrived earlier is beyond me. During our time there only one other customer came in for a takeout order. Shocker -- they knew better. Too bad. Steer clear.

This review is for Bellota Bellota on rue de Seine in Paris (next to DaRosa)…read more Absolute melt-in-your-mouth, thinly sliced jamon iberico! As good as the pata negra in Madrid. If you are travelling ahead, ask the master slicer to vacuum pack (sous vide). They offered small bite-size samples (smoked calamari). The store specialists are friendly and attentive. They have tables inside and on the sidewalk. This place is so charming. We shopped here on May 16th and they were selling chilled Andalusian gazpacho (5.90 euros for 1L). I drank a glass with marinated squid and crusty bread-- oh so good!

Best croissant ever!! There is always a long line in the morning and in…read morethe afternoon. It's always best to come early for the fresh pasties here. Otherwise, if you come later on, it's just the layovers from the morning. I'd tried a bunch of bread and croissants bakeries while I was in Paris and I have to say this is the spot for me every time. =D

This is by far the best palmier I have ever had! Where do I start?!!! From the moment you bite into…read morethis decadent dessert you get this flaky crunchy yet also soft taste of a sugary croissant. It is a must for anyone who comes to Paris. Trust me if one is not enough even though they are HUGE you must get two!!! :D This place is also famous for their freshly baked baguette sandwiches and exquisite pastries. No wonder it won an award of excellence from TripAdvisor, from the food to the most friendliest staff this place is truly amazing!

This is a go to place if you're in the neighborhood. Everything is delicious. And it looks good…read moretoo... Sometimes it makes it hard to choose!

The bakeries are so good! Take the Paris-Brest, this is damn gooooood, it's to die for! I left only…read moreone star because the service is terrible; the lady was unprofessional and unpleasant to the customers. She was doing something else while people were waiting on the line for about 10min. She didn't acknowledge anybody but her tasks. However the bakery at Rue du Bac has such a better service !! Go there if you want to have a better experience