With a Michelin nod, this may not be the easiest place to find a table without a reservation, but it is really worth the effort. The menu is small but mighty. Everything was delicious and in French fashion, never rushed. They have a great selection of local wines, and the ambiance is cozy and comfortable. During the day, they do not serve a full menu, but they are open for a coffee or a glass of wine and a nibble. read more

I love checking out new places, and my co-workers and I came here while we were in town for a business trip. It was recommended to us by a local colleague. We had a genuinely nice time--the wine was good, the ambience was relaxing, food was good, and the staff was friendly. Nothing over the top, just an easy, enjoyable spot to unwind after a long day. read more

We were starving and had been turned away from 3 other establishments saying they couldn't serve us. I don't know of this guy saw the desperation in our eyes or we looked famished but he took pity on us after first saying no, then got us a table. Bro,....thank you!!! Food was full of flavor and what a nice edible tasting ride it was. Best of all, totally well priced. Very cute little place with a Paris vibe all day. Oh fun fact. The toilet doors slide to open. Don't be like me standing there forever thinking it was a push door and was locked . Thanks to the person that showed me that read more

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My wife and I had been to Chef Compagnon's other places a few times and loved them both (especially Le 52) so decided to pop in to Richer a few nights back. It's definitely quieter than Le 52 and smaller/less cute than Cafe Compagnon, but it was a pleasant space all the same. Also the service was, as expected at one of Compagnon's places, fantastic. As to the food -- other than the duck being too chewy it was outstanding 1. Butternut carpaccio -- everything I've had at Cafe Compagnon or Le 52 featuring root vegetables was amazing, so this starter was no different 2. Veloute of potatoes and mushrooms -- I had almost the exact same soup at Le 52 and it was a bit better, but I still loved it 3. Duck with celery millefeuille and spinach -- a few pieces of the duck were too chewy to eat but the rest of the dish tasted quite good 4. Charcoal gnocchi with roasted parsnips -- The gnocchi were really nice and paired really well with the sweet and earthy parsnips. As mentioned above anytime root vegetables are in the equation Compagnon really shows up! 5. Chocolate biscuit with pecan caramel and hazelnut ice cream -- more straightforward than the other desserts I've had at Compagnon's places but absolutely amazing. Especially enjoyed the creamy hazelnut ice cream Although I liked Richer less than Cafe Compagnon and Le 52 I still loved it read more

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Le Richer is our go to for elegant, easy dining. Super fresh ingredients, expert preparation, and lovely presentation. Lunch or dinner, we are never disappointed and always have lovely, quick service. Le Richer particularly excels in seafood, with really light, wholesome recipes. They also have a great wine list with easy prices. One thing I have to talk about is the yoghurt sorbet. I'm not typically a dessert eater, but made an exception since this sounded so unique. So happy I did, because this dish is genius. So light, sharp, and delicious. Paired with a Framboise brandy, it was a moment in my life full of emotions and happiness that I will never forget. read more

Le Richer - The yoghurt sorbet was the best dessert I ever had - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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I decided to try this place since it's a Gib Gourmand and I've been struggling to find good food in Paris. Sadly being featured on Michelin guide doesn't appear to be a mark of quality. The fish of the day was a white fish and it was rather bland. It could've used some spices to liven it up. My friend got the onglet de bœuf Scottish and he said the same thing, that it was bland. We both agreed that we wouldn't come back here since the food just wasn't that great. We did have some full-bodied red wine from Bordeaux that was excellent. The bread was also really good. However, these two things don't make up for average tasting food. read more

Le Richer - Fish of the day - French Near Me - Paris, 75

A visit is a must, while reservations are unavailable for the Michelin star rated restaurant located in our neighborhood while our stay in Poissonnière, so why not celebrate in ALL the rights ways! Our evening was sensational ordering the salmon & the pork, along with first, burrata and lastly dessert, apple & rhubarb. The ambiance is remarkably causal yet chic, so while in Paris visiting the 9e, folx must visit and wait "the short time" at the bar for an exceptional experience. Thank you to the staff for making the evening so incredible & having our celebration that much more exceptional! read more

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Wow, we had dinner here on our first night in Paris, and Richer definitely did not disappoint. The place was recommended by our host (B&B) and we were very fortunate to get a table, as we were arriving during the busy dinner hour. The customer base is definitely locals but the experience set us up for the remainder of our trip! The table top had a beautiful, sparkly, shiny presentation, and everything was "just so!". The staff was very friendly, and although our server confessed to it being her first night on the floor, she was quite helpful and charming, and didn't hesitate to get help from a supervisor when necessary. The other staff members were all terrific, too. The crab salad was excellent and as an entrée, the larger portion was very filling and generous. My husband loved his roast chicken, and the attention to detail with regard to delicately prepared, tasty sides was really great. The fingerling potatoes and tiny button mushrooms were delicious. We had three courses, and wine, and our bill was 104.00 Euros. We considered that a very reasonable price for our experience. It was a great spot. read more

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Went here for a friend's birthday party & they sat us in a private area in the back. Food was great! We'll definitely be back.

Really wanted to like this place but it is not worth visiting. Good ambience, not very friendly but functional staff, good wine list.....and the food is mediocre at best. Try l'office next door, which is under the same management. Richer is probably a bit cheaper but cheaper for something incomparable. read more

Le Richer - Albacore tuna. It was OK not great.... - French Near Me - Paris, 75

Rating: 98/100 pts The best meal I had in France. Even if you don't read to the end, at least know that. This place was completely filled with locals, and we were lucky enough to have been seated. My excitement mounted even further when I saw the menu: freshly printed for that day, and only a few choices, signifying fresh ingredients and preparation. Though your experience may not be the same as mine, I can guarantee it will be memorable. Just take a look at the menu (see picture); even if you aren't well-versed in French, the attention to detail still comes through with the sheer amount of texture and flavor combinations, making for a modern dining experience that still upholds the virtues of French cuisine. Here's what I ordered: Consomme Soup with Carmelized onion (5/5): The onion came still in shape, but with a thin layer of melted cheese under each leaf! There were also chunks of crisped cheese that punched your face with flavor. Beef Braised in Red Wine (5/5): Some of the tenderest, juiciest, most flavorful beef I've ever had, along with some chopped carrots that were so good, they'd make eating your daily vegetables a joy rather than a chore. Pink Trout (5/5): Topped with quinoa and served in a light broth lightly flavored with citrus and mint. One of the most interesting flavor combinations in recent memory. -Dessert- Blances Montes, Vanilla Parfait, and Citron-tinged Caramel Cream (HOLY CRAP/5): What appeared like a few colored splodges on the plate ended up being one of the most interesting desserts I've ever had. Each of the three creamy varieties had vastly different flavors and textures, but all would disintegrate seconds after being placed on the tongue, imprinting its aroma and taste. Though I can't guarantee all or any of these dishes will be on the menu when you go, each one proved to me that anything coming out of this kitchen is superb. Far from the most expensive meal I had in France but the best by a large margin makes Le Richer an easy 5 stars. Apologies for the lighting of my pictures. Everything is better than it looks! read more

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Our first attempt to eat here was met with a bit of resistance, considering that we were trying to catch a show and there was a bit of a rush to get seated. That was fine and the host more than polite. We opted against eating here, but upon the day we were supposed to leave Paris it popped into my mind again so we decided to try again. My SO and I walked in around 14:00 on a Tuesday to a reasonably busy restaurant. The hostesses recommended the chestnut soup, steak tartare, and scorpion fish. We ordered them all, of course. The soup was served lukewarm-to-cold with a few drops of smoked egg yolks; it was rich yet delicate in a way that wasn't overwhelming to the palate. I really like this dish as it sort of encapsulated, what perceive to be, the philosophy of fine french dining: complexity, subtlety, and just plain deliciousness. Next we moved to the steak tartare, served more like a carpaccio, with a sage drizzle around the edges and shaved ginger on the side (to cleanse the palette) which really lived up the flavors. The highlight of the meal, for me at least, was the scorpion fish which was served skin on, with sides of baked sushi rice and chinese cabbage (bak choy), and plated in a wonderful creme sauce that gave the dish a wonderful tangyness that had me coming back for more. Of course, the side of bread was there as well. There wasn't a dirty plate anywhere to be found. Looking out into the bustling streets with classical french music playing softly in the background was a beautifully melanochic way to end an excellent stay. If only I had run across more places like this while there, I might just have known Paris a bit better. There's always next time. read more

Le Richer - French Near Me - Paris, 75

The dessert was extraordinary. They have English menu so remember to ask for it. The food we had was the steak and the veal. The steak was great but the dessert was the show stopper! We ordered the milk rice and might come back again just for the dessert! Yum yum! read more

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The food here was absolutely incredible. Definitely a "locals" spot. Menu here is locally sourced, changes based upon what is available-- which means that food is always fresh and amazing. Preparation is creative and presentation is impeccable-- and prices are really reasonable considering the food quality. read more

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Paris needs more places like this! I couldn't believe the reasonable prices for how inventive, composed, and high-quality the food was here. It's a tiny little place- so be prepared to wait a bit. On a Sunday night I think we waited 15 or 20 minutes. The service is delightful. English speaking without condescension, friendly without losing the formality, helpful without being overbearing. The food was breathtaking. That may sound extreme but the presentation was absolutely spot on. With flavor and technical execution to match I couldn't have been happier with this place. I believe our main courses were in the €20-30 range--which in Paris is about what you'd pay at just an average bistro. If the gods shine down upon me and I return to Paris in the future I will be planning a return visit to Richer. read more

I've been to Richer for both a daytime coffee-only work session and for a casual and fun evening dining experience. Both times I got exactly what I needed and wanted. This is a fantastic brasserie with a constantly changing menu of local ingredients. Portions are slightly more generous than regular French size, so beware. read more

It is not a traditional french restaurant. It is rather a modern spot, with a limited dinner choices. If you are coming from the big city like New York, you will find this place very similar to a lot of trendy city restaurants. Small portions, but very delicious. I like that they do not overwhelm their dishes with tons of butter, sugar, starches. So if you are conscious about quality of your food and dish overall, this place would be a right choice. But do not expect a french charm or a parisian atmosphere here, once you are inside, you won't distinguish this place from a typical new york restaurant. read more

Good cocktails, great coffee, nice space. But confusing concept: Café? Restaurant? Definitely not a wine bar (very small selection by the glass and lack of knowledge in descriptions).... At the suggestions of friends who live nearby, we went as a Plan B on a Friday night. The place was packed, with 2 exceptions the staff was tolerant but not warm. The menu was limited and not at vegetarian friendly or adaptable to diners with dietary restrictions. The kitchen did its best and the food was fine, but overall the experience was nothing special. I'll go back but for a coffee mid morning or a tortilla and glass of wine some afternoon or early weeknight. Other than that, probably a good option for locals but not a destination for others. read more

Great ambience, creative and delightful food, and friendly staff that do often speak good English. Pretty phenomenal. The menu changes every two weeks so it won't be much point to elaborate in depth but we had a delicious soup, a noodle appetizer with succulent mushrooms, a duck with butternut squash ravioli and an elaborate, chocolate caramel dessert with layers of sweetened bread and more. Everything had a unique mix of texture, crunch and subtle but delightful flavors. read more

Le Richer was started by the guy who has been running the apparently wildly popular l'Office right across the street as a more casual alternative. It's basically a restaurant, a cafe, and a wine bar all in one, and - weirdly for France - it's open all day, seven days a week. Also, it has a 'no reservations' policy, so if you hit it at the right time, you'll get a table and they won't turn you away. The place was refreshingly casual and non-stuffy, with super friendly t-shirt-wearing waitstaff who were happy to help explain the menu items to us in English. For the starter we split what was basically freshly sautéed porcini (or I should say cepes) in a green, creamy sauce with super thin slices of toast, shavings of raw porcini, and a few thin slices of prosciutto. Like a lot of things we've ordered in Paris, it was under seasoned, but a pinch of salt was all it needed to tie everything together. The porcini tasted super fresh and earthy, and the green sauce was instilled with their subtle flavor. For the main, I continued the wild mushroom theme and went for the cod with black trumpet mushrooms, since I am fiendishly obsessed with dishes involving wild mushrooms. This also came with a narrow strip of a molded potato gratin thingy which I swear had a chick pea flavor to it, and which had more black trumpets and some other sautéed wild mushrooms draped over it. This was surrounded by a foamy sauce with a dab of something green. I usually don't order cod because it's typically devoid of any flavor, but in this case its blandness worked as a good base for the earthy flavor of the wild mushrooms. The potato thing, however, had a slightly strange taste that didn't quite go with anything else on the plate - not sure where the chef was going with that. But whenever I had a mouth full of wild mushrooms, I was happy. The cod itself was, you know, cod, but it was perfectly cooked. Oh, and this dish needed a couple pinches of salt. My wife's dish arguably came together a little better. She ordered lamb with quinoa. There was a small piece of lamb saddle, as well as some more lamb stuffed inside a filo dough roll. That piece of lamb saddle tasted insanely delicious - but it was far too small! The lamb in the roll was tasty, but not as orgasmically sublime as the other piece. This was a great tasting dish that could have been mind-blowing had the chef not been so stingy with that lamb saddle. This dish was also perfectly seasoned. Overall, a positive experience. Despite a few quirks, the food was creative and tasty, and with friendly staff and a laid-back vibe, we would certainly go back. read more

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We enjoyed this restaurant and appreciated that it wasn't very touristy. Service was attentive but not clingy. The drinks were good. We had lamb shoulder with a delicious mint sauce and mushroom ravioli. Both were excellent. Desserts were good but not great. We would dine there again. read more

If you'd like to patron a restaurant that leaves rat poison in the dining area for your dog or child to accidentally eat then this is the place for you. My wife didn't even finish her meal before she found our dog eating a rat poison box. Needless to say she had to leave immediately to see a vet but since it's late night had to have one come to the house for a cost of 160€ and another visit the next day to his normal vet for a checkup and medicine for another 115€. They didn't even cover the meal! This place should be shut down! read more

This place reflects the neighborhood's evolution over the past 2 years : the area has become an eldorado for the "bistronomic " movement! Le Richer has a special place in my heart because: - they don't take reservations, which I like specially because all the other good restaurants / bistros in this area needed to be booked a few days in advance - annoying if you're more of a last minute person like I am - they serve all day long, and if you live in Paris you know how rare this happens - they propose a good simple french cuisine, with a reduced menu but many wine options, which totally works for me! - the ambiance is great, with a nice 25-45 yo crowd in the evenings The only thing I could eventually complain about is that the food is a little bit overpriced. Not the tapas, but the main menu. But we're in Paris after all, everything is overpriced here. read more

Very nice location in the 9e arrondissement and really excellent staff made this a wonderful dining experience! I'd highly recommend. The fully bilingual staff were helpful in recommending wines and the menu was small but every selection expedition ally well done. Six of us dined on a chilly night and sat for hours. A lovely evening out in all ways. read more

One of the best meals we have had in Paris. The food is delicious and inventive, beautifully presented. The place itself is small and takes no reservations. In summer all doors and windows are open to the busy streets at the intersection of rue Richer and the Faubourg Poissoniére. Would advise getting there before 12 noon for lunch and before 7:30 for dinner. Although the restaurant is open continuously, there are only snacks and beverages in the afternoon. We had the gaspacho , braised pork cheeks and veal. All excellent! Will definitely come again! read more

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We didn't know what we were in for when we stumbled upon this little gem but it's a big winner in our book. All ingredients were fresh and the dishes were creative and delightful. The Guinea fowl and the veal were tender and full of flavor. It's a must try! read more

Our dessert was artistic, but not great. However the staff are wonderful and the drinks were perfect.

Favorite from my trip to Paris. The service was exceptional even with our 1/2 French, they would make an effort to recommend in English and explain any menu item. Unique and delightful food, the menu changes every day. No reservations and it fills up very quickly but it's worth the wait. From starter to dessert everything was a party in your palate including the wine selection. read more

one of the most memorable dining experiences my husband and I had on our honeymoon, everything was perfect!! The food is well priced given how fresh the ingredients are--- this is the increasingly popular gastronomie type of place. My husband had the veau confit and tartare and I had the rabbit.... followed by AMAZING dessert of chocolate crème brulee and floating ice cream. Wait staff was casual but professional, and suggested a delicious cote du rhone to pair with my meal. We will return when we visit Paris again. read more

Quick drink at the bar for an aperitif, the restaurant got packed in a blink of an eye! Food looked good but we had reservation at the sister place "l'Office". read more

Best meal I had in Paris. We stopped in for lunch because we had previous eaten at l'Office and had a Burata and some mushroom soup with fois gras. It was perfect. Service is wonderful! Ambiance is great. This is a must eat read more

This is the perfect place for an unforgettable meal off-the-beaten path in Paris. The atmosphere is enchanting, modern, and simple. The staff couldn't be better. I had the sweetbreads for my plate and almost bursted out of my shirt from all the delicious, whole grain bread I used to soak up the rich sauce. This is a meal I'll remember for years to come; exactly what a foodie visiting Paris wants. Sublime! read more

Mmm, tasty! This little place, related to nearby L'Office, serves up a delicious, if sometimes limited, menu. Cozy atmosphere, good service--completely unfussy, yet full of surprises: consider the braised carrots served with dijon mustard ice cream. Yes, you read that right: ice cream. As other have noted, a limited selection of glass pours, but a good little wine list by the bottle, and charming servers. The mains are tasty, if less exotic, and the spot is excellent for a late night meal. You might even share your table with strangers, which is always fun. read more

Great happy hour wines and house selection du jour rotates. Will let you taste each one. Wait staff knows the wine and takes the time to detail each. Great corner spot and lovely place to have a sip before dinner. read more

Rude and unfriendly. Stopped in 90 minutes before closing and they would not serve us. Not impressed.

I ate here with my partner based on a 'best of' list we found for this neighbourhood in Paris. The reviews we had read had all been quite favourable. I should preface this by saying that had we been French speaking our experience would have been different. However, unfortunately for us we had the displeasure of being served by a very rude and disinterested server. When we asked for help translating the menu he became overtly annoyed which set the tone for the rest of our meal. We had to use an app on our phones to help translate what he would not. He did not check in with us after serving our meals. My partner enjoyed his (a beef dish), I had a chicken dish which was lukewarm on arrival. I didn't finish my chicken after finding some pink areas part way through. Our coffees came to us lukewarm as well. We left very disappointed sad to say. read more

Excellent, especially for the price! I went with a friend, and we had 3 courses and split a bottle of wine for just about 50 EUR each, which felt like a steal for the quality of the food. I had beef cheek "ravioli," which were more like delicate fried spring rolls, the beef cheek was meltingly tender. My main course was an equally tender veal shoulder, with mint and citrus accents, and for dessert I had a "sablé amande," which was more like an elaborate multi-dimensional dessert sculpture of chocolate and nut flavors and textures. It was all beautifully presented, and each dish had surprising flavors that complemented each other perfectly. The restaurant itself felt very casual, no reservations, we just walked in and got a table (at 9pm on a Wednesday, granted), and the waitress was sort of mischievously friendly, not at all pretentious. If you're looking for a meal that's French but not too traditional, creative but still affordable, this is a great choice! read more

I have had lunch at Richter a couple of times with a French lawyer who has offices nearby,. Loved it both times. Food is very inventive, but also very French, service excellent. Well off the usual tourist track, but staff speak excellent to functional English and like to explain the dishes. On our last visit I had the dove, excellent. Highly recommended. read more

Pleasant surprise. Superb menu that changes every day with fresh and innovative dishes. Excellent service and wait staff is very pleasant and helpful Great wine list. Hidden gem away from the tourist hustle. Lots of locals. read more

Excellent. Try the ravioli as well as the fig desert. Friendly and attentive staff. Reasonably priced for how obscure a lot of the ingredients are. Dishes are a little smaller, so be sure to order hors d'oeuvres. read more