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    Le Second Empire

    3.8 (44 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Cafes, Brasseries
    Open 9:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Pamela S.

    We stopped here for a glass of wine with a group of international colleagues before heading out to dinner. The server was incredibly rude. She didn't hear my colleague thank her when she served her drink and the server made a comment along the lines of "most people say thank you when I serve them". Not only was that completely disrespectful to say, but she was completely mistaken in her understanding of what transpired.

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    Sierra D.

    Good quick service, drinks were severed with crisps and olives. If you don't speak French the waiters speak English, which was helpful to my british friend. The spritz was nice and appropriately strong.

    Outside. Right by an alley street. Interesting experience
    Mike S.

    This restaurant is in the heart of the Le Marais area in Paris. We walked around a bit looking at different menus and setting, and decided this stands out. Glad we did. First the location, a typical European experience where the restaurant is nestled in narrow alleys. You would never think a car can fit in that street, however every few minutes a car passes, and it is inches away from the outer most seats on the patio. They do drive very slow there obviously. It was nice actually. The food was excellent as well. I had their French burger, and it was one of the best I have had in years. Service was also excellent. Staff was polite and helpful, and spoke good English. Prices were OK, considering you are at the heart of Paris, but it was well worth it. Very close to other must-see places in Paris

    Nice outdoor seating and wonderful staff. Chat not included.
    Stephanie F.

    The service here was friendly and attentive. Just got drinks and crêpes but others food looked really good. Also, free wifi & outdoor seating on a nice little corner for people watching.

    Fresh Carbonara
    PRISCILA R.

    Stopped here for lunch. It's in a nice little area (I was looking for a typical little parisian corner a few more steps and I would have had it) but it was good overall. Fresh pasta but taste didn't knock it out of the ball park for me. My husband thought it was amazing but I have had better...over all an ok stop for me

    Margarita pizza and veggie pizza were delish!

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    Amazing gnocchi!!! Pizza was good and service quick. Nice servers and English is spoken here!

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    This place wasn't bad if you're searching for Italian food in Paris. Great service and walking distance from my hotel.

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    Slow, inattentive service; overpriced coffee; and an ice cold cappuccino. Ugh.

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    9 years ago

    Wonderful pizza, the oven they use makes it perfect (and quick). Superb service and very English-friendly. You can also get pizza to go.

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    excellent pizza, even better duck!! server spoke great english and helped us 4 adults + 3 children.

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    If you don't speak French the waiters speak English, which was helpful to my british friend.

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    A. Lacroix - Great spot for a pastry and beverage will looking out at Notre Dame Cathedral.

    Great spot for a pastry and beverage will looking out at Notre Dame Cathedral.

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    3.7(59 reviews)
    0.9 kmMarais Nord, 3ème, Marais
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    This place was packed during lunch rush, and we appreciated the staff keeping us informed as we…read morewaited for our table for 4 adults and 2 kids. I love how lunch is not rushed here. We were able to enjoy the food and each other. I ordered the special shrimp curry dish. The portion was just right, and paired well with a white wine. They make the most of the space here. It is a bustling restaurant for locals and visitors to enjoy.

    This place made me love escargot! I had never tried it before, but knew I had to at some point on…read moremy trip to Paris. We came here for some coffee on a rainy afternoon, but were pleasantly surprised to see escargot on the menu too and figured we'd give it a shot. Coffee wise we got the vienna coffee which had chocolate inside. It was good, with a nice espresso flavor and a huge dollop of whipped cream on top. A nice pick me up for the day. The escargot on the other hand, was so fantastic. They were served all cute in their little shells on a tray, and bubbling when we first got them. The green sauce that they came with was fantastic, and the butter was also a great addition! This made for such a flavorful little bite - escargots taste like little chewy clams to me, nothing strange at all. It also came with a few pieces of baguette to soak up the yummy sauce. Service was friendly and the inside of the restaurant has such a nice vibe. I would definitely recommend this spot!

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    Dining while watching a game

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    Le Second Empire - pizza - Updated May 2026

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