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    Cindy F.

    My friends and I were lucky enough to get a reservation a month in advance for a weekday lunch. Upon entering the restaurant, the service was impeccable: the staff took our coats and shepherded us to our table in an elegant, almost minimalist, dining room. The meal itself was beautifully presented, with Japanese and French influences. The highlights for me were easily the Parmesan amuse bouche, herb foam with lobster and caviar and sorbet, and the mouth-watering miso encrusted pigeon. While the others in my party loved the famed Garden salad, I thought it was a bit heavy on the cream dressing. The desserts were beautifully made, especially the chestnut meringue - but I have to admit meringue itself isn't my favorite. At the conclusion of our meal, they allowed us a photo op with the chef, and sent us off with a signed copy of the menu and some house made caramels. Overall, the Kei experience provided a fantastic and lengthy meal that left me lethargic at the end, but impressed and satisfied with how I spent the afternoon.

    Kei Restarant - Feb. 2020
    Meredith B.

    In early-February 2020 my husband and I went to Paris on vacation for our birthdays and Valentine's Day and during our trip was looking for a unique fine dining experience to celebrate. And we found that in Kei Restaurant. Making reservations a few months out was easy and they were all so warm and welcoming. Please know the restaurant has staff that speaks both French and English. This meal should get way more than 5 stars, as it was that amazing. The courses were works of art and the fusion of French and Japanese cuisines blew us away. Actually a week or so before our visit the restaurant received its second Michelin star -- very well deserved!! When things get back to normal and if you find yourself in Paris, Kei Restaurant is a must visit. It's that incredible.

    Amuse shiso ice cube, very refreshing
    M L.

    Food was 4 stars, service is 1 star. I made this reservation for my birthday lunch months ahead and planned a trip to Paris. Reservation was done on email, in English, and it was smooth. We arrived a little bit earlier than the reservation time at around 12:35. We were seated immediately, right to another couple. At this point the restaurant was 80% empty. We were wondering why we got seated next to people when it was empty... However the place was quickly filled up so it was fine. There are only three choices on the menu. We wanted to order two different one but the nicest dressed waiter told us we can only order the same item as chef wants the food to come out at same time, we were cool with that...I understand. We were served by different staff throughout the meal. Some can speak better English, some don't. One of the server knock down a wine glass (luckily it was empty) of my next table! Don't forget it's a Michelin one star restaurant.... The amuse, appetizer and all the dishes tasted amazing. When they served us the main (beef), it came as is. We had it happily until we saw other table were served with some kind of sauce or jus. Unfortunately when I saw it we already finished the dish!! Not only that another table seem to have one more piece (and bigger) than ours...I asked one of the server and the response after he went to check with the other staff was "oh I was the one who served you but I forgot about the sauce/jus", "I don't know what I can do to make it up"... After a while he took some wine glass without wine and said he can offer us dessert wine on the house...however, at the beginning of the meal, I already said I do not drink so we didn't order any wine ... We wouldn't take the offer just because it was free?? The point was we don't drink at all.... Then we declined the offer and he quickly took the glasses away.... Nothing was offered after that (not that i was waiting for freebies or something). Washroom was clean but without hand towels (they were all used and just no clean ones lying around). Guess what I did?? I sneaked into men's bathroom to steal a clean towel to use lol. I read other reviews that the chef would go out and greet the guests when they leave, and this time chef kobayashi did not come out at all when we left the restaurant. I did see him some out few times when other guests left the place. Again, the food was very tasty. See my comment under each picture... I don't think I would come back. I have been to Japan many times and always wowed by their service. Perhaps service is only promised when it's actually in Japan.

    One of the 2 desserts of the degustation lunch - agrumy and amazing!
    Marine B.

    I had the degustation lunch (120€, 9 courses!!!) on a Saturday and it was the best meal of my life. Every course is both highly complex and totally delicious - it is food made to be eaten and appreciated, not just experimentations to become a talked-about chef. The restaurant itself is calm, sophisticated and comfy - white and grey tones, huge cushions everywhere, and nice waiters who know their stuff. So if, like I do, never know which birthday gift to ask for... Here the best idea you might have had in years :)

    Steven K.

    This place was amazing and restored my faith in the Michelin star food and service. With no listed items on the menu they were very accomodating for any allergies or food tastes, making sure very course was special. Starting with the amazing beef tartar and a salad unlike anything I have ever eaten. Not a single item disappointed but rather surpassed the expectations of my palette and blew my mind. The flare, creativity and shaping of dishes not only provided the most memorable meal of France, but made me love food or items I normally prefer not to eat. They truly deserve their Michelin rating.

    TC H.

    Very good service and fine food, it integrates Japaness and French style. I enjoy it very much.

    Tijuanna D.

    This was the best dining experience we have ever had. Lovely luxurious dining room. Food beautifully presented and tasted amazing. A really wonderful experience for any occasion. Service is very relaxed in this slik design restaurant. The food is filled with subtle flavors and even when you take the big menu, you savor it until the last bite. fresh, delicate; luxurious tastes in this asian French fusion cuisine.

    Seabass

    This is one of the better Michelin star experiences I've had around the globe, having eaten in a number of places. The services were attentive from all the servers, every dish was excellent and the chef was also accommodating in serving me main courses from the different tasting menus. The pigeon was my favorite, along with the sea bass fried with its scale. Even the goat cheese dessert took me by surprise in its lightness and flavors - I don't usually like cheese and yet I appreciated the dessert. Well done chef!

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    The chefs are like artists. Beautiful presentation of amazing tasting food. The restaurant decor is wonderful too.

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    One of the most interesting meals that I have had. Japanese and French fusion. Highly recommend for something unique.

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

    Brasserie Bellanger

    4.7(92 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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    Brasserie Bellanger - Une parfaite latte (OK it was a cappuccino but still gorgeous)

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    Une parfaite latte (OK it was a cappuccino but still gorgeous)

    Bistro des Augustins - Fermier

    Bistro des Augustins

    4.4(564 reviews)
    1.1 kmSaint-Michel/Odéon, 6ème
    €€

    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.

    THE FOOD ------------------…read more= Fermier - Cheese gratin with chicken was good. Didn't blow me away, but was solid with the creaminess of the sliced potatoes and emmental cheese combined together with mixed vegetables. The cheese was very strong though, so anything else was unfortunately pretty much overpowered by it. Arrived with bread, but it DEFINITELY could use other carb options to sop it all up (e.g., rice???)! = Landais - Cheese gratin with duck. Same comment as the above, except the Landais had egg and goat cheese also mixed in with almost the same ingredients as the Fermier. THE SERVICE ----------------------- + The lone waitress, who also worked the role as greeter, cashier and bartender was friendly. + Food arrived within 10 minutes of ordering. THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------------ = Small, tight restaurant. = Not many tables inside - 6 in total. + Located a few blocks away from the more touristy restaurants, towards the East, on a much quieter street. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Nada.

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    Sunday dinner @ The Bistro!

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    Assiette de saumon fumé

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    Chez Janou - prawns in wine sauce

    Chez Janou

    4.1(708 reviews)
    2.0 kmBastille, Marais, 3ème
    €€

    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)
    1.1 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.

    Chez Fernand - Beef bourguignon

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    Beef bourguignon

    La Jacobine

    La Jacobine

    4.5(422 reviews)
    1.3 kmSaint-Michel/Odéon, Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, 6ème
    €€€

    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 - Escargot

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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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