Plus jamais. The food was bland & tasteless. No garlic in the escargot. Frog legs must have been stored in the freezer for 2 years and they deep fried the jump out of them. The beef Bourgogne was devoid of any taste, not sure how they did that, must have been some sort of culinary magic. Les serveurs-two people on a Friday night - forget about it. The same genius who deep fried the flavor out of the frog legs must have been in charge of scheduling the help. Lots of places to eat in Paris, I would look for someplace else. read more

Le Petit Saint Benoit - Frog legs-you can't tell, deep fried all the jump out of them - French Near Me - Paris, 75

If you want authentic french food, this is the place. The food is devine, so tasty and fresh. Every dish was excellent. The owner knows what to recommend. The place is great! read more

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Very traditional and charming. It's very much a moment of history captured in time. Very traditional French food, and for a reasonable price. There is absolutely a neighborhood feel to this cafe, and not too many tourists. read more

While staying in the 6th arr/St. Germain area, I needed to eat after traveling and not much was open for dinner. I happen to walk by this humble bistro off Rue Jacob/ Rue Saint-Benoît. The food was no nonsense Parisian goodness. The waitress was also no nonsense and an absolute delight with her recommendations and service. Try everything if you can, the cooking was delicious. read more

Le Petit Saint Benoit - Delicious escargot and dinner wine!!! - French Near Me - Paris, 75

AMAZING food, beautiful and cozy atmosphere, and nice drinks. Note: it's cash only, so make sure you bring some before heading in. This was definitely the place my wife and I were waiting to find while in Paris for a few days. After a few meals at touristy looking bistro places with nearly identical menus and seating in the back for us tourists, we found this gem after walking a few minutes from the Louvre. When we went in initially we were a little worried since the vast majority of the crowd looked like they were really comfortable there and they were native French speakers (which we are not) and I wasn't sure how the staff was going to react to us. The waitstaff ended up being helpful, the food came out in no time, and it was by far the best thing we'd eaten in Paris at that point in the trip, and among the best things we ate on our entire eight day trip. After deciding whether we should get the cottage pie (since we saw one on the way into the restaurant and it looked really good), my wife had the beef burgundy, which could not have tasted better under any circumstances, and I had the steak and fries. Even days later I'm amazed at how great everything tasted. Not only was the food great, we were really fortunate to find this place at just the right time when we were worried we were going to have to settle for another one of the places with identical menus and red awnings meant to attract us tourists. read more

My daughter and I ate at Le Petit Saint Benoit in January of 2019 on the recommendation of a friend. It was a disappointing experience, primarily due to the service. We were a little confused entering the restaurant, thanks to the revolving door, but a middle-aged woman standing outside smoking a cigarette clued us in. And then she followed us in -- she was the hostess, and perhaps the owner, I don't know. The dining area, which is like eating in someone's kitchen (which can be a good or bad thing depending on your perspective), was tiny but not even half full at 8 pm on a winter weeknight. Still, we were seated elbow-to-elbow with other diners, apparently in anticipation of all the empty tables filling up (they never did). To get the food out of the way first: it was fine. I had French onion soup and duck confit, and my daughter had Beef Bourguignon -- all out of French Cooking 101. The duck was well-prepared but too salty to my palate, and the beef was tasty and adequately portioned. We had a carafe of house Burgundy that was pretty revolting; but you get what you pay for, I suppose. So the food was adequate-to-good. Like I said, though, it was a disappointing experience because of the service. I won't narrate everything, but here are the lowlights: -The hostess, a kind of French Sybil Fawlty, tried to upsell every one of my choices: aperitif, wine, appetizer (my daughter didn't want one), dessert, and gave me a sour expression each time I turned her down. It was so very... American of her. -Even when I asked for a "carafe d'eau," which in any restaurant in France gets you a carafe of perfectly fine tap water, she asked if I wanted flat or bubbly water -- in other words, water they charge you for. I told her "robinet" (tap) and so foiled her little gambit. -When my soup was served, we still had not been served bread. I waited a few more minutes, with my soup cooling, before asking politely (in French; everything in French) for some bread. I got a tight-lipped smile and she came back with a basket with THREE pieces of bread in it. Couples dining on both sides of me had baskets filled to the top. -Halfway through our main course, the bread basket was long empty but not refilled. When the couple to the left of me got up to leave, I had to ask them if I could have their (still quite full) basket. At this point there were three, perhaps four parties in the small dining area. It was not busy. I don't need servers in French restaurants to do a song and dance for me, but they should keep bread on the table. -I was offered dessert and declined. She told me that all desserts were made in house, to which I began to politely reply that everything was delicious but we were just too full. But as soon as it became apparent that we weren't biting, she simply turned her back and walked away on me in mid-sentence. -Perhaps most egregious, she came and brought the bill (or rather, tallied it up in pencil on our paper table covering, which would have been kind of charming) *without being asked.* This is inexcusable. She wagged her finger at me to remind me that they don't take credit cards (which I knew), and waited for me to pay. There was zero question that, for some reason I can't fathom, she wanted my daughter and me to leave ASAP. Look, I get that the down-home atmosphere of this place is supposed to be part of its appeal. And maybe if I'd had a different server/hostess, or if I had caught this one on a good day, I would have experienced that appeal. But instead we ate a pretty unremarkable French meal in a cramped and low-rent setting with discourteous and unhelpful staff. There are many restaurants off the Boulevard S. Germain offering the same basic fare as LPSB. I suggest you try one of those instead. read more

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Best meal we had in Paris! Tiny little spot with an early 1900s French feel. All the people there, minus us, were French. The beef burgundy was so tender and fantastic. My steak was good and crispy fries to go with it. Amazing meal. 5/5. read more

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We came a half hour before closing but everyone was still so welcoming. The French onion soup was to die for and the rest of the food felt authentic, fresh, and delicious. I'd highly recommended coming here! read more

Le Petit Saint Benoit - French onion soup - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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I couldn't wait to try this restaurant based on my spouse talking about it for the last ten years. Honestly, I was nervous based on some of the reviews but I did get a laugh about the guy who couldn't get through the door and then blamed the restaurant. What it is: A typical Paris restaurant full of locals and typical dishes. The beef bourguignon seems to be the most popular dish. We had it, as did two sets of people who sat down beside us. The marrow appetizer is also highly recommended. The wine was superb. I speak French fluently but no longer speak it on a regular basis. This presented no issue at all. I ordered in French and my spouse spoke in English. There was no issue. What it is not: A place where you will get non-traditional French foods, a place to be a tourist expecting someone to give you a menu in English, a place where you can custom order or tell them your gluten needs or asking for things not on the menu. If you are looking for authenticity, excellent food and wine and good service, you should try it. The door, indeed, is tricky but you can figure it out. A++, will return anytime I'm in Paris. read more

This is the 40th anniversary of my first visit to this Paris staple. The decor is exactly the same as 1978 and I imagine the same as it was in 1901. The homemade Foie Gras de Canard is delicious; comfort is their specialty. I try to come at least once a year but more when I can. You should too. If you are looking for elegance this probably isn't the place for you, but if you are looking for authentic French cuisine this is the place to come, especially on a chilly Parisian winter day. read more

Le Petit Saint Benoit - French Near Me - Paris, 75

Service was particularly slow here but we had the Pot Au Feu and the Beef Bourgignon and both were delicious! Bread served with them was warm and crusty. Skip the French onion soup here, it's watery and not super flavorful. Overall a great spot for dinner with some different menu options than most French restaurants in the area. read more

When in Paris, I always go here at least once if not twice. I direct all my friends who visit to this place, and they've all loved the food here. This is where I discovered cassoulet, and to which all subsequent cassoulets are compared. Foodgasm. Space is tight. Don't bring anything you don't need. You'll have to find a hook for your coat. Definitely not a tourist trap. Real Parisiens will be by your side. It has a patio area when the weather is nice (we've always sat inside). I speak some French, so I'm not sure if someone who doesn't speak any French would fare here - but they do have a bilingual menu, so just point, nod, and smile. read more

Just had dinner there the other night and this is officially my 'go to' spot considering we're living just a block away. My sister and I shared the 'cassoulet au poisson'. A filet of fish in a sauce sooo tasty that there's no way it's healthy. Nicely diced potatoes, carrots and zucchini in there, too. Everything there is served in a small black cast-iron pot. You just feel like you're in France when you're at this small, jam-packed restaurant (there's even racks above you to put your purse, coat, etc like on the train). Extremely friendly service and don't be surprised if you become friends with the people sitting next to you - that's how close the tables are. And this place is a STEAL in this neighborhood - the fish main course (as well as the beef bourgignon - something a friend tried last night and said was insanely good) was only 12.50 euro! read more

Friday Date Night in Paris. Could anything be more romantic? Oh yes, it can be especially if you're dining at Le Petit Saint Benoit in St. Germain. checkered white and red tablecloth - check French momma server - check delicious food at a bargain - check Just a block away from the main St. Germain thoroughfare, La Petite serves up homey french bistro classics like shepherd's pie, duck confit and hearty stews. Especially loved the raspberry aperitif that we drank all night. for only 50 euros, we had four aperitifs, two entrees and shared a dessert. read more

Excellent spot for 'French' ambiance, taste and experience. For my second run here I had the classic and enviously generous portion of beef Bourguignon served in a cast iron pot. Also had a house red to accompany. We arrived a bit late, and although the service was friendly and encouraging, I'd still highly suggest getting here around 8 or 9 when the place is packed and you can get the true 'cinematic' experience of dining here. Enjoy this hidden gem and bring cash. read more

If you want real French food, go here. Must I repeat? Go here!! The delicious traditional French cuisine from vinaigrette leeks to cottage pies, escargots, pot au feu (Amazing), cassoulet (amazing), wine exquisite! read more

What a great local spot! I had a nice dinner here and my boyfriend finally had the frog legs he always wanted to try. Service was great. When I only give three stars it's because I had such a stomach ache from the beef bourguignon and I can't help but wonder if this where I got it. Would recommend though :) read more

Le Petit Saint Benoit - Froglegs! - French Near Me - Paris, 75

Wow! We started with escargot then I had fish caserole with vegetable, my wife had duck leg. Food was great. The lady hostess was very accommodating as well! Will definitely visit this place again! read more

Photographed by Doisneau and the scene of a loud argument between Simone de Beauvoir and Albert Camus just after the War, Le Petit Saint Benoit is at least as old as Deux Magots a stone's throw way and a lot cheaper. Very convivial and 100% old Paris, the pot-au-feu, sheperd's pie and boeuf bourguignon that I selected off the bilingual menu during my three visits were great. And they never stop re-filling the bread basket. Will fill your stomach and steal your heart. read more

Absolutely classic French food at a restaurant that has been around forever (ok.. at least 1948 from various photos) and as soon as you walk thru those (relatively hard-to-find) revolving doors (yes they are revolving doors, I made the mistake of pushing/pulling the centre) it's like travelling back in time. What I didn't like about this place is that the tables are so close together that you have to pull the table out completely in order to get in. However the great food at the amazing price more than made up for it. read more

Very cool low key tasty Parisian joint. French home made comfort food, efficient staff with a touch of attitude but not too much: you are in Paris after all AND in St Germain des Près! Prices are super reasonable and I would definitely recommend a visit to Le Petit Saint Benoit! read more

We had the snails and the beef stew. Both were very good, especially the beef stew! This place has cheap prices (especially when compared to the rest of the restaurants in the area) and the environment is laid back and casual. They had a menu in English and our waitress spoke English. Nothing too fancy but very good! read more

The food here was edible but not remarkable. Certainly not worth the price. The staff.. Well we must have really hit the nail on this place. Terrible. Tons of places just down the street. Don't waste your time here. read more

Very good food, quiet side street atmosphere but not so much you feel alone - in fact, the place had plenty of patrons, both foreign and domestic. Wait staff speaks good English and is happy to help (we could not help but chuckle a little at the young British couple asking if pot-au-feu was steak, if the Cotes-du-Rhone was a red wine, and whether then could get the tartare cooked, "like a hamburger." As an American, I felt a bit smug. Seriously, the bone marrow was good, if lacking a little salt, but the rabbit, duck confit (recommended), and bavette (that IS steak) were spot on. The total bill, including aperatifs, half bottle of wine, and 2 bottles of water came to less than 90 Euros, and we left too full to try one of their nice, homey desserts. If you want a lovely meal at a very reasonable cost, this is your place. read more

What a lovely place, amidst all these expensive and pretentious places a real gem. Authentic and value for money. The food was simply divine and the service had a gallic charm. We will be going back there, no doubt. read more

The food is great but there are couple of restrictions. No credit card is accepted and each Peson needs to order one main dish regardless of how many pre- course or appetizers you order. The menu is in English as well, which is easy and they seat you very tight close to other patrons despite having plenty of pace. We had the vegetarian risotto dish which was ok but their fish casserole was much better. read more

This was our family's first meal in Paris and we were so impressed. The escargot, the rissotto, the wine, homemade desserts, and the quaint outside tables on a small french street was just perfect! Carrina, our waitress, spoke English too which was helpful because we are painfully terrible speaking french. We traveled around France for a few weeks but ate here for our last dinner because we loved the place so much. We'll be back one day...I hope it never changes. read more

Great food, great service. I ate the steak fillet and it was very tasty. The restaurant is a bit small and crowded inside but worth a visit.

We had a fantastic dinner until there was a little worm found in our steak tartare. When we made the waitress aware of this, she wisked the plate away before we had eaten the whole dish. When we asked for the dish not to be billed to us, a full fight started. They claimed that the worm was from the salad (which is possible) and because we had eaten half that we should pay as such. Never have we been to a restaurant that not only did not apologize until we pointed the fact that an apology had not been forthcoming but also that made us pay for their mistake. We will never go again. read more

Our entree was good. Our server was helpful considering our deficiency in the language. The atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for on our first Parisian evening. The Raspberry Charlotte was quite a surprising finish to the meal. read more

After reading reviews: I was looking forward to a beautiful French meal, I just got mediocre food and lousy service. I could tell that the servers were very busy. However I received my escargot first then about 10 minutes later my wine and bread. I like to dip the bread in the snail butter sauce. I was sad that I did not have any bread for my sauce. The escargot were rubbery as if they were over-cooked. The duck confit was dry. And the entire dish was cold. I love French food, this was not a great experience. read more