Cute Spot, Good Enough Food... But That Service…read more
We ended up at Baroche after making a last-minute pivot. We were originally headed to an entirely gluten-free restaurant, but after doing a little more research and seeing some not-so-great reviews, we decided to find something nearby instead.
Baroche wasn't exactly the pasta moment I had envisioned for myself in Paris , but we made it work! We both ordered the fish and chips, swapping the fries for salads. The fish was good, and overall we enjoyed our meal.
The restaurant itself is really cute, with plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating. It has that classic Parisian café feel and is in a great area for grabbing a bite and continuing your day or evening.
Now...the service. Absolutely awful. Our server unfortunately fit the stereotypical Paris persona people warn you about -- rude, brusque, and generally unhelpful. He did recommend wines for us , but even then, his tone came across as condescending rather than helpful. There was very little warmth or hospitality throughout our meal, which definitely put a damper on the experience.
Price-wise, Baroche seemed comparable to the other Parisian cafés and restaurants we visited in the area, so no surprises there.
Overall: cute atmosphere, decent food, terrible service. Would I rush back? Probably not -- especially with SO many other cafés to choose from in Paris.