Amazing bistro well worth the extra Euros! My review needs at least 85 characters so I'm adding a few more thoughts before I post the review. read more

Quite touristy. Food was decent. Service was equally mediocre. They ran out of two items at 8pm that I requested. After that I got a little annoyed and just settled on something off the menu that I had hoped they would have. My steak was good. We sat next to the opening in the floor that opened up to send down dirty dishes. The manager or someone was visibly nasty to one of the waitstaff who was busting her butt. A little put off by that too. Definitely better restaurants in all of Paris. read more

Les Deux Magots - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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Had to try this spot for the culture (as suggested by my relative who lives in France). We went early in the morning in February, right after opening, so it wasn't busy at all and it was quite nice. I just ordered a simple breakfast - a croissant and a hot chocolate, though I don't have much of a sweet tooth. The croissant was great, and it came with a piece of bread that was like a baguette that was sooo good with butter. The hot chocolate was thicccc and very rich but I'm glad I tried it! It's not like I have it every day. If you know that this is a tourist trap and you're just going to experience it, you'll have a good time, especially if you have good company like I did! The area around it has some nice walkable spots if you like walking, as a bonus. read more

Les Deux Magots - Croissant was good, as well as the little baguette-like bread with butter. Hot chocolate was rich! - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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In order to write about life first you must live it. So, naturally, you attempt to emulate those who have lived it well, honestly, courageously, or even foolishly, as long as they did something so impressive as to be remembered, because every man's life ends the same way. It is only the details of how he lived and how he died that distinguish one man from another. So go to Paris and do 70 things, both impulsive and planned. But one of those planned things should be to visit one of the haunts of Earnest Hemingway, even if you're the millionth person who read A Farewell to Arms or some of his other works and wanted to sit where he did and poison your liver while brooding and imagining how it was both possible and and almost impossible at the same time to assemble a few thousand of the words we all know and use every day into a polymer of something so worthy, someone long after your own, inevitable death will take a moment out of their chaotic lives and remember a character named Frederic Henry and that the man who conjured him from both life experiences and pure storytelling liked a dry martini and enjoyed drinking it in a particular spot in Paris. read more

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Of course this is a tourist destination but you just have to. The food was good, not amazing but the service was great. A little more expensive than the cafe next door... read more

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This was one of the closest places to eat well near our hotel. We tried several other places, but Les Deux Magots kept winning. We were always treated well, and even though it's apparently sought out by tourists, we didn't see that when we were there. We only heard English one other time we were there. We ate on the street, separated garden area, downstairs inside, and upstairs inside. The food was always excellent. They used great ingredients. The atmosphere was a that of a perfect Brasserie. We never felt the price of the food was out of line with the quality. We went to another place, on another trip, that we heard was famous for being where the literary and intellectual élite of the city hung out. It was the only place where we were treated like the ugly American and stuck in a section in the back with the rest. We were treated better than others after apparently showing an understanding of French Wine and food when talking about food choices with the server and sommelier. It turns out this was actually the place they hung out. Names like Simone de Beauvoir, Jean-Paul Sartre, Ernest Hemingway, Pablo Picasso, James Joyce, and Julia Child ate here. read more

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Nice, bright, open ambiance. Great location for lunch. Service wasn't the best. Our waiter was rude. Very dismissive. Escargot was good. Interesting thing...I ordered escargot which came with 6 snails. With my order, only 5 had snails inside the shells. I called the waiter over to see this. The waiter didn't believe me. He took the fork out of my hand and fished around in the shell, trying to remove a snail. There was none. They served me an additional filled shell but the way he handled it was not necessary. Salmon tartare was okay. The club sandwich with fries was good. read more

Touristy cafe in paris, with very slow and blunt service. The food was very alright, definetly one of the least impressive in Paris. Had the croque madame, and they refused to serve croissants after 12pm, even though we arrived at 11:45am. The teas and coffees were extremely overpriced. read more

Les Deux Magots - French Near Me - Paris, 75

Make a reservation ahead of time. Service was quite good. The atmosphere and history is really what you are going for. Food was very good. Salads fresh, bread lovely, filet and frites delicious. I think a bit overpriced and waiter asked about additional tip. As an American I felt awkward not giving additional, but watched the French not even being asked. read more

Do not go here. We had an incredible time in Paris and adventuring around France, everyone was SO kind to us, and Les Deux Magots was the only place we were disrespected and treated poorly. The servers hate their life, they hate you, and they charged us 5€ extra for what we should have received with our order. We got 2 cafe crème and they brought 2 cafe, but one tiny crème so we asked for the other one kindly. Got it 25 minutes later and they charged 5€ for it.. the cafe crème was only 6€ and should have come with it. The server was so disrespectful. Do not go here. Do yourself a favor and enjoy a delicious cafe next door at Cafe de Flore. read more

Les Deux Magots - Do not go here, on top of disrespect they charged us for the crème that should have come with our cafe cremes. - French Near Me - Paris, 75

Wow wow wow. Such an historical place to visit. A spot that was once a hangout for the greats like Hemingway, Picasso and others. Absolutely the perfect outdoor cafe for people watching. Our server was very friendly and didn't make us feel like tourists at all. It was really nice to watch the people go by and talk of what it would have been like to be there during the time of the greats. read more

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The service was great and very accommodating for english speakers. The famous Paris hot chocolate was AMAZING! However i would warn it is very think and rich which is perfect but i would only order one for the table. The pastries and coffee were also very good. The restaurant is large but fills up fast so be prepared to wait if you get there at a busy time. read more

Les Deux Magots - French Near Me - Paris, 75

We were in Paris for 4 days and had breakfast here twice, need I say more? My husband would swear it is the best hot chocolate he has had ever had, and he didn't even upgrade to the most expensive one. The pastrys were fresh and the jam was flavorful. Would recommend to anyone in France read more

Les Deux Magots - Food. Croissants, cappucino and hot chocolate - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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Worst food I've ever had in Paris and very expensive. Poor service. So disappointing.

Famous cafe in Paris, frequented by artists, poets, writers, and intellectuals from the 1920s. The food is excellent, but a bit pricey given it's international reputation. Still worth a trip to experience this iconic Parisian cafe. The service is quick and not at all pretentious. The desserts are also notable for their enormous portions. I arrived for an early dinner and the street was bustling. Many cafe choices along the way to Les Deux Magots (two Chinese figurines) in St. Germain-de-Pres. The church bells rang on the hour within close proximity to the cafe which was a nice addition to the ambience. read more

We just stopped here for a coffee and appetizer upon arriving to Paris on our first day. Very convenient location if you're staying in Saint Germain. We sat outside on the patio which was enjoyable. The food was nothing great but we only had a charcuterie board. The cafe de crème was very good. read more

Les Deux Magots - Cafe de crème - French Near Me - Paris, 75

While not what it used to be, Les Deux Magots is still a solid French Cafe and probably the best people watching in Paris. Everything on the menu from the cheese plates to the salads to the coffee to the hot chocolate to the pastries to the ice cream dishes are solid... The menu selections now can best be described as "back to basics".... Missing from the menu are formerly GREAT menu items like the Raspberry Napoleon. Another change is the clientele... up until 10PM it is mainly French with a sprinkling of tourists... After 10:30 PM it is all tourists... no French being spoken anywhere... just English an Arabic... read more

1 star to the service, 5 stars to the kitchen. Our food was perfect and have no complaints at all. Upon receiving the bill our waiter added an additional €5 tip. I declined the additional tip charge and gave the waiter my card. My card had an issue and the transaction was cancelled. When preforming the transaction again I was accidentally charged the additional €5 I previously declined. When confronted the service member swiftly gave me €5 cash. read more

This is always a fun place to visit when in Paris. I always feel like I am reliving a bit of history when I am there and it is great for people watching. Sure, it is touristy but for good reason... if that bothers you find another place! read more

A real tourist trap for Americans. Bad food and horrible service. Go somewhere else! read more

t's cold and rainy today, this is the best choice You can sit here and watch the sunset and the old architectural houses, drink a hot cup of coffee and watch people bustling back and forth on the street. . Show yourself the positive energy of life read more

Les Deux Magots - French Near Me - Paris, 75

Our server was attentive, but the table was extremely cramped. We had a reservation but feel we were not given a preferred location. Prices are of course high and the people watching superb. read more

An iconic cafe with a broader menu selection than Flore, a must visit. Everything we've had here from salads to escargot to sandwiches to cafe drinks and more, are all delicious. Service is quick and efficient, though on this particular visit, we waited 10 minutes before finally tapping a manager to take our order. The host who seated us also forgot the table lining for us. All in all a great spot for consistently good food and can't beat the hours whether you want something super early or super late! read more

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Vibes are fine and the hot chocolate tastes good if you like thicker, more rich ones. However, the food is incredibly overpriced (tourist prices, whatever) and terrible. I had a duck dish for about €30, and it tasted bland and honestly reminded me of a cafeteria meal. The duck was overcooked and the plate had clearly been sitting on the expo station for a while as it was lukewarm when I got it. TLDR: go to say you've been and to try the hot chocolate, but don't expect a good meal. read more

Not impressed. My friend really wanted to try this spot out. It's overpriced, stuffy and food was mediocre at best. All the tables were so tight together. Definitely a tourist trap like all other reviews have mentioned --- SKIP! read more

Wonderful experience. Food and service were excellent. I would suggest a reservation. mine was for 2:30 but the restaurant still got full pretty quickly. I had the croque madame with a very Lucious cream of vegetable soup. And a glass of Veuve Cliquot. Delicious read more

A Iconic French cafe: food, service and ambiance...all classic French. There you see everything: stars, world leaders and average Parisian. Magnificent. read more

A beautiful location to enjoy outdoor seating. I had the best mojito EVER! Service was a bit chaotic but it is okay. Paris is a lovely place to slow down and enjoy the atmosphere. Be sure to bring sunglasses no matter the time of year if sitting outside in some areas it is full sun. read more

We got lucky with finding a table here rather quickly despite the long line outside. We loved the ambiance and the French cafe experience. Food was good too! read more

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Great service and ambiance, however the food left something to be desired. I don't normally write too many reviews and I try not to write any negative ones that don't need to be. However, if I can save anyone an extra 48 euros, I would like to do it. I originally ordered the beef fillet, but I was told they were out of it. Since I didn't want cold beef, I opted for the slightly more expensive rib eye. Maybe it's my ignorance, but I have never had to try so hard to cut through a steak in my life, at least not for anything over $20... I asked for medium rare, probably my first mistake, but it was a bit closer to medium than rare. It was well seasoned, but chewy and difficult to eat. In fact, I only made it through half of it, and honestly didn't even really feel like finishing it... which is a first for me. To be fair, maybe I should have said something, but having worked in the service industry, I didn't feel comfortable asking for it to be sent back. Also, I didn't want the food to be wasted... In addition, it came with some of the blandest fries I have eaten. It was stark contrast to the incredible fries I had the night before, from a different (and less expensive) place. I really don't understand how this place has been frequented by people like Julia Child, unless the quality has gone down significantly. The quality was truly subpar at best, and it made me sad that I wasted such a large amount of money on a meal that I truly had to force myself to get through. I will say, the wine was great. I got a glass of one of their Bordeaux's and it was very flavorful and complex. A great balance of bold and fruity, but also a hint of the cask could be tasted and had a lightly dry feel with a sprinkling of earthiness. And it was one of their less expensive wines. Overall, if you decide to go to this restaurant, save yourself some money and order something other than the ribeye. And definitely make sure to have a glass of wine. read more

Les Deux Magots is absolutely adorable, and as long as you go in knowing it'll be busy, you'll have a wonderful time. We had the classic breakfast, which included a croissant, coffee, and baguette. It was reasonably priced, and delicious. We had a wonderful service and we're greeted with a very cheerful hostess. read more

Les Deux Magots - Breakfast - French Near Me - Paris, 75

Amazing food and amazing service- wonderful experience! Quintessentially French experience- puppies in the restaurant, smoking too. It was wonderful! Waiters wear tuxedo tops with long white aprons, make a reservation or you'll wait in a long line!! read more

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We arrived at Les Deux Magots on a rainy Fall afternoon. After a short wait we were seated and approached somewhat quickly by a waiter that spoke good English, which is a plus. After a glance at the menu and seeing that a Coke Zero was 7.50 Euro...WHAT?...we decided on water. You could get a glass of wine for 8 Euro so I'm not sure why the astronomical price for a soda. I had brought my family here after seeing a review that mentioned this restaurant had amazing Croque Monsieur. After placing my order for said "sandwich" we waited and people watched. We soon smelled something that was absolutely horrible and I ascertained the smell was coming from a couple that had just been seated. I do not know if they had just not bathed within the last few months or so, but it was the worst smell I have ever smelled coming from a person that was not dead. This is no fault of the restaurant but let me tell you, it put a damper on our meal. The staff offered to move us and we declined because we just didn't want to be one of those Americans who call attention to themselves. They eventually moved the couple to another table. Our meal was delivered promptly and it was okay. Not much meat or cheese on an open faced sandwich. The flavor was good and the side salad had a lovely light dressing. We ordered french fries as well and those were great! The service is superb and elevated an okay experience to a four star. The prices are pretty high and this is a place you could sit for awhile and enjoy the experience. read more

Ok, I camp here just because it was on the list of the top 10 best hot chocolate in Paris. the Pastry is very pricey, it was yummy, but I wouldn't pay 15 euros for it again. However, the hot chocolate is the best there , i would recommend the hot chocolate only, and for sure the 8 euros for a cup of teas is not worth it either read more

It's been a few years since we were last in Paris and this is the first time we've stayed in the 6th, so Les Deux Magots was on our list as it is quite an attraction in this beautiful neighborhood. We had a late lunch there and luckily the line wasn't too long. Service was good and our waiter spoke far better English than we speak French. We tried anyway and the waiter was patient with our attempts. The food and wine weren't anything exceptional in my opinion, but you can't beat the people-watching from their outside tables. This landmark haunt of famous artists and writers really is like a scene in a movie and a great way to observe how the French chic dress, converse and interact. In America, a place this popular and iconic would be focused on turning tables as quickly as possible so the restaurant's owner(s) could maximize their profits. But in France, and this is one of the things we love about it, nobody pushes you to gulp down your meal and get out. Instead, you can stay as long as you want and no one cares. The waiters leave you alone to the point where you must grab their attention and that's not at all rude in France. In fact, leaving you to relax and enjoy your time there is part of the culture. So if you get the chance, stop by this cafe and rest your weary legs. You will enjoy the scenery and feel like you've really landed in the middle of the City of Lights, read more

We simply loved this restaurant while visiting Paris. Both times we sat outside on the covered deck. We had the same server both visits and he was very attentive and kind. We shared salads, beef tartar, and some seafood risotto to name a few. I would highly recommend and we will be back read more

A tourist trap, yes, but one of the best. Great service and the food was great, good portions, very flavorful, well presented. Definitely a place to repeat. read more

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Although we had a good meal (omelet, croissant, fruit, coffees) our waiter was coughing like crazy, AND USED HIS TRAY TO COVER HIS MOUTH, then continued to use it to serve food. Also coughed several times into his hands, without washing or sanitizing before continuing to serve. When I said to him, as we left, "Sir, you are sick" he replied, "oui". Positively disgusting and also huge concern since we are just beginning our extended trip in France. This is a legendary cafe, but not worth getting COVID or any kind of sickness as a result of dining there. read more

Beautiful restaurant with a view of the Paris streets. The hot chocolate was such a treat and the staff was so kind. My friends and I had a great experience. read more

Les Deux Magots - Hot chocolate, fresh orange juice and grapefruit juice, and fruit salad. - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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Wonderful view but service was unimpressive. We were greeted promptly and seated almost immediately. Our waiter saw us three times: once to take the order, once to deliver, and once to provide the check after the manager asked how we were doing. read more