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    Maxim's de Paris

    3.5 (77 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndVenues & Event Spaces, French
    Closed 7:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dressy

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    Cocktails
    Ozzie T.

    Maxim's is a French institution. The ambience is elegant. Check out my video of the empty front room which showcases the beauty of this space. All the diners were in the larger back room. Service was attentive and they accommodated my gluten intolerance with gluten free bread which was a 15 minute wait. I didn't mind! We tried a variety of different dishes: carpaccio, cauliflower/lobster, John Dory and filet. Everything tasted great! My cocktail was Ok. I just wished our tables weren't so close. You can't help but feel like you're part of your neighbors conversation. The tables to our left and right spoke English lol Our server was very accommodating however I did feel that he was overwhelmed with the number of tables he was attending to.

    Beef tenderloin with Lamb duchess potatoes
    Conrad B.

    Visited 05/15/2025 Not sure what all the hype is about. Ok, so it's an "institution", but to me it was a bit too stuffy and overpriced. Clearly some LOVE the decor and ambiance, but me, not so much... Dark... old... hummm, kinda like me! Wonder why I don't like it! Anyway, I will say service was very good! Paul, our waiter was attentive and managed to communicate with my broken French. The appetizers... faux gras, served with buttered toast was terrific, but what could be bad... goose liver pate on buttered toast!? I'm drooling as I write/type this! My wife and I tried their tartar lobster (a light cream/lemon sauce) was very different and very tasty! Never had this before. For my entrée, I had the beef tenderloin with mashed potatoes. Not the most tender beef I've had, but good. However, my wife and her twin sister shared the specialty of the house... a whole roasted chicken for €120 with fingerling potatoes and frankly, not worth that kind of money. I make it 100% better at home. To be honest... most of the meals we had in Paris were less that 'wonderful'. Some were for sure, but many of them were just ... 'meh!' I would suggest going to where the locals go... stay away from tourist traps like this.

    Dinner
    David M.

    Read a lot of hype about this place. It certainly lived up to its reputation. The inside vibe and ambience is old-school dark woods, sultry music. If that isn't enough the food was outstanding. Only drawbacks were dress code wasn't enforced people in line ahead of us in tennis shoes t shirts etc very sloppy and not what was expected after reading up on this place. Also surprised our waitress didn't have any help....i.e no bus boys, no one came to our table to help with the wine/champagne choices although we did request, no manger stopping by etc. So we did have to wait a bit for just about anything.... Water, bread, having dishes cleared. Expected better from this place but all in all we enjoyed it. Also had a chance to visit the bar upstairs which was a real find and highly worth the visit.

    a racist server whose name is claire

    Expérience profondément décevante, comportement discriminatoire et non professionnel Nous avons dîné chez Maxim's ce soir pour mon anniversaire, en espérant vivre une expérience gastronomique parisienne raffinée. Malheureusement, ce dîner s'est transformé en une expérience extrêmement désagréable et humiliante. Une serveuse blonde, attachant ses cheveux en queue de cheval, prénommée Claire (ou quelque chose de proche), a adopté envers notre table une attitude choquante de mépris et de rudesse dès le début, tout en étant parfaitement polie et souriante avec les autres clients. Le contraste était impossible à ignorer. Lorsque nous lui avons poliment demandé son nom afin de signaler son comportement, elle nous a ignorés à plusieurs reprises, faisant semblant de ne pas entendre. Ce n'est qu'après que mon ami a dû élever la voix qu'elle a finalement répondu. Son ton est devenu légèrement plus aimable ensuite, probablement parce qu'elle a compris que nous allions faire remonter l'incident, et nous avons immédiatement demandé à parler au responsable. Que cela soit dû à notre apparence ou à nos origines, un tel comportement discriminatoire n'a aucune place dans un établissement professionnel -- encore moins dans un restaurant qui prétend incarner l'élégance parisienne. La nourriture, quant à elle, était au mieux médiocre et ne valait certainement pas le prix. Mais le vrai problème ici est l'absence totale de respect, d'empathie et de professionnalisme de la part du personnel. Une expérience vraiment décevante, qui a complètement gâché ce qui devait être un moment de célébration. Deeply disappointing experience, discriminatory and unprofessional behavior We had dinner at Maxim's this evening for my birthday, expecting a refined Parisian dining experience. Unfortunately, it turned out to be a deeply unpleasant and humiliating one. A blonde waitress with a ponytail, named Claire (or something close to that), treated our table in a shockingly rude and dismissive manner from the start, while being perfectly polite and cheerful with other guests. The contrast was impossible to ignore. When we politely asked for her name in order to report her behavior, she ignored us several times, pretending not to hear. Only after my friend raised their voice did she finally respond. Her tone softened slightly afterwards, most likely because she realized we would escalate the issue, and we immediately asked to speak to the manager. Whether this was due to our appearance or background, such discriminatory behavior has no place in any professional setting -- let alone in a restaurant that claims to represent Parisian elegance. The food itself was average at best, certainly not worth the price. But the real issue here is the shocking lack of respect, empathy, and professionalism displayed by the staff. A truly disappointing experience that completely ruined what was supposed to be a joyful celebration.

    Main: Beef Sirloin, Maitre d'Hôtel butter, French fries. Side: green beans Drink: house Negroni
    Amanda P.

    I really loved the interior design of Maxim's--it was an aesthetic dream, especially with the live jazz performance. They also make a mean Negroni, and I can see why this place has stood the test of time with its classic accommodations and rich history. This would be an amazing date night spot to get a bit more dressed up and hit the scene. I was seated next to the most adorable couple who had traveled from the UK to celebrate their anniversary, and they proved exactly my point. The main downside for me was the service. I had a 10pm reservation as a solo diner and arrived at 9:30 since my train got in early, hoping to grab a drink at the bar beforehand. The doors were locked, and I wasn't permitted inside until they confirmed my reservation. They then told me I couldn't enter for another half hour. I politely asked to use the restroom, which they allowed, but afterward, they sent me back out and asked me to return later. I wouldn't have minded if I weren't alone and it wasn't 30 degrees outside. Once seated, it was clear that the servers had been given too many tables at once, making it difficult for them to accommodate everyone's needs. They were doing their best, but the service felt stretched thin, which impacted the overall dining experience. Additionally, the meat was cooked a bit too long to be considered medium rare for my taste. Although I had a unique experience overall, I would try coming back with an early reservation and perhaps with a group of friends to fully enjoy what Maxim's has to offer.

    Singer
    Diane K.

    Such a wonderful experience! Its absolutely iconic. You can picture the famous celebrities who frequented this place. Very dimly lit and romantic. Excellent food and service. There was a small band with a singer that added to its charm. One of my favorite memories of Paris dining.

    Lamb tenderloin
    Julia Chase D.

    Maxim's is a beautiful restaurant with fabulous food! The scenery is romantic and feels like you're in a very old movie. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They gave us very good recommendations on the food and cocktails. They also had live music, which fit the vibe of the restaurant entirely. I had the lamb tenderloin with carrots and mashed potatoes which was very good! The lamb was tender and tasty, especially with the sauce provided. This restaurant is a must in Paris, if you want to feel like you're in old time Paris.

    The extremely rude hostess who refused to give us her name.

    If I could give this a zero- I would. I have traveled the world over and NEVER experienced a more rude hostess than at Maxims.If you are American don't eat here. Horrible. When we arrived (with a reservation- they had us in the system Then later said we arrived without a "booking") they told my husband -with a cashmere sweater, tie and white dress shirt and suit pants- that he had to wear a jacket "it was mandatory ". So he did. We are fine with rules. So OK. Then we noticed several men without jackets and in jeans around us. Sooo not mandatory?!!!. Instead of a lovely dinner out we ate quickly- no extra wine, no deserts, no cocktails (still 177 euros mind you). When we questioned the hostess she was rude, combative and insulted us, and when I asked for her name she refused to give it and said "I hope I never see you again". Worst dining experience of my life. I urge you spend your money elsewhere. There are many outstanding restaurants in Paris go to those and skip this one.

    Chose this spot to celebrate my 30th birthday and I must say the experience was amazing. Waitress Joy made sure to make it special, and brought out a small pastry with a candle. The ambiance was soo romantic and loved their decor. Food and cocktails were great!

    Nice vintage decor

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    This is a fine dinning restaurant that's been featured in an opera, the movie Gigi, and several books.

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    Le P'tit Canon - Duck Legs

    Le P'tit Canon

    4.3(37 reviews)
    2.0 kmMalesherbes/Villiers, 17ème
    €€€

    It was our kast night in Paris and we were determined to find a good Parisian meal despite the late…read morehour. We found Le P'tit and when we inquired if they would serve us they said yes if we ordered immediately. It was a few minutes after ten. We ordered at the bar then were seated at our tables. The waitstaff were incredibly nice. They brought whatever we needed including ketchup which, despite being American, we didn't want or need. :) The food was delicious. I had an almost perfect poached egg -just a little too cooked. They had a fair amount of vegetarian options for the person in our party to get a decent meal: eggs, salad and beignets de mozzarella, which I hate to burst your bubble in advance, is a very French and more appealing way to say Mozzarella sticks. They were still good for the record. Perhaps everyone should call them that and aim for that level of taste. Fried just right and a fair amount of cheese. I ordered the duck legs-no complaints there. It was tender and the side of potatoes weren't the top of my list for the evening but there was more than enough of them to share with others. The chocolate fondant was voted best dessert by the table. It won no contest. I'm glad we stopped in for an authentic food experience.

    Got ignored for not speaking French right off the bat and given major attitude when not ordering…read morewine with a cheese plate... This place was okay, located in the Paris area yet somehow not very accommodating to tourists? So weird. Anyways, my friend and I came in here after a day of traveling and were starving. We wanted something light and decided to try the cheese that everyone talks about, and it was pretty decent. The prices were a bit wild (like everything else in Paris), but I guess that's what we get for stopping into the first place we saw on the street. The menu is pretty eclectic, so don't expect to stop in here with children and be able to get a grilled cheese and fries, it's more of that stuff that people in America eat when they come into some wealth and acquire a new money accent (you know the type).

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    Le P'tit Canon - Pork pate with pickles

    Pork pate with pickles

    Le P'tit Canon - Mozarella sticks

    Mozarella sticks

    Le P'tit Canon - Chocolate Fondant with vanilla ice cream -the best dessert!!

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    Chocolate Fondant with vanilla ice cream -the best dessert!!

    L'atelier des Batignolles - Delicious steak frite: juicy, perfectly cooked steak and gorgeous fries... salad beautifully dressed. Excellent, reasonably priced wine. Go!

    L'atelier des Batignolles

    5.0(4 reviews)
    1.8 kmBatignolles, 17ème
    €€€

    A gem! We ended up here after the other restaurant our Airbnb host had recommended was fully booked…read moreand advised us to go here instead. We booked over the phone while on the Bateaux Mouches river tour as we were tired and hungry after a day of sightseeing and we wanted a neighborhood bistro for great unpretentious food where we could stagger back to our beds around the corner after. It was late when we arrived but the bistro was still bustling, our server was super friendly and the food came super fast, which was great as we were ravenous by then! We ordered what was probably one of the cheapest bottles of red wine on the menu but it was so much better than anything we pay twice the price for at home... because hey we're in France, right? Excellent food, friendly people, great service - couldn't ask for more, go there! Side note: walking past next day on way to the metro we were in need of a bathroom and the barman was so nice to let me use theirs even tho I'd just walked in off the street: I made sure after to thank him for the amazing dinner night before so he knew I'd been a customer and most important, the loos were nice and clean (again not the standard in much of Paris!) which was great as you know what they say about clean toilets = a clean kitchen!

    Great little Parisian bistro off the beaten path but still just around the corner of Montmartre…read more Ordered the plat du jour, and the dory as well as a salmon salad to start off. My boyfriend is a fish fanatic and loved every bit of the dory. My tajine was amazing as well! Best salmon salad I've ever tasted, the mango actually works super well with it too which surprised us! Great friendly atmosphere, we event chatted with tables next to us and our waitress always came to check on us to make sure we were well looked after!! Would highly recommend!

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    L'atelier des Batignolles - The outdoor patio.

    The outdoor patio.

    L'atelier des Batignolles - Looking out the front door.

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    Looking out the front door.

    Le Bistrot des Vignes - Le Bistrot des Vignes

    Le Bistrot des Vignes

    3.8(61 reviews)
    1.8 kmMalesherbes/Villiers, 17ème
    €€

    It was nice this restaurant was open because many restaurants were closed Sunday evening. They had…read morea prix fixe menu that included an appetizer, entree, and dessert. I think it was 30 euro per person. The menu was written on a chalk board so I believe it changes daily. Our waiter kindly translated it into English for us. My husband and I ordered a salad with smoked duck, veal with potatoes, and creme brûlée. I thought everything was good. My only complaint was my creme brûlée was burned, which gave it an acrid taste.

    My friends and I came here for dinner after visiting a pal who lived in the area. All the narrow…read morecobblestone-lined streets were full of restaurants and shops. It was hard to choose a place, but we went with this spacious, open-aired restaurant, basking in the glow of the setting sun. I opted for their Steak Frites, which was already butterflied on the plate. It was tender, but rather light on flavor, which I've noticed to be the standard French fare. A huge dose of fresh cracked pepper was in order, and on the creamy shallot sauce as well. The thick wedge fries were quite good, but I never turn away a fried potato. My friend's brioche toast and my creme brûlée were nice, sweet endings to the meal. Overall it was a good dinner, with very attentive service by the 2 waiters, as we were one of the few patrons on a weeknight.

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    Le Bistrot des Vignes

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    Le Bistrot des Vignes

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