I decided to bring my friends here who had never tried raclette before and we sure were not let down. We started with a delicious goat cheese salad and chose raclette with all of the assorted meats. Each person received a very large serving of meats, cheese, potatoes, and bread. It was very nice with a glass of red wine. The atmosphere is also very unique because we ate in their basement which had a cave feel. My only regret is that I didn't finish my food because I was too full. read more

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Accessibility (Parking / Wait Time) 1/1 Star: walked here. No wait to get a table. I didn't have a reservation but was able to get a table for 2 around 10pm. Someone else came in after me and they were not able to get a table for 1. _____ Service (Waiter / Cleanness / Ambiance) 1/1 Star: normal service. Cozy ambiance. _____ Taste (0=Not Edible / 1=Edible / 2=Good (average) / 3=Must Try!) 2/3 Stars: the fondue was good. Fun little date spot. The fondue and bread was more heavy than I thought it would be. Minimum of 2 orders for fondue. _____ Overall Experience 4/5 Stars _____ Last Words The red wine by the glass was strong. read more

Popular and cute cheese fondue shop. Relaxed and helpful waiters, offers English menus. Fondue is ordered by the person, so if in a couple you both will be served a with a portion. The salad was delicious and great to balance out the heavy cheesiness. We saw couples, singles and groups. It was good, but the emphasis is definitely on the fondue which is accompanied by a lot of bread. Wine by the glass is very limited. It is a restaurant that sees traffic so, don't expect detailed decor and a crazy intimate space. Does it's job, well. read more

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Make reservations. This is very popular amongst tourists. Locals do go but I heard more English than anything else. It is actually good though and they have reasonably priced wine to go with tasty cheeses. We got the most creamy fondue option and really liked it but if I were to order again I'd go for one with a bit more flavor. Unfortunately we were timid and just asked for the most mild and creamy option. If you can sit upstairs as the bottom gets real hot read more

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Opening Remarks: -Located amongst a bunch of busy gay bars in the Marais -They do take reservations, which I would recommend if you can as the night we arrived it was pretty much packed by 8:30 PM. -Regarded by many as the best place in Paris for fondue Ambiance: -Upstairs the room is reminiscent of a very rustic, quaint farmhouse, ideal for escaping some of the hustle and bustle of tourist life -Downstairs is literally a cave that has been lit by frosted lamps on the cement walls. -From my observations, the demographic is mainly Parisians- young couples, full families, seniors, with a few tourists peppered throughout. I spoke with a table next to us from Australia who come to Paris regularly and always make Pain Vin Fromage their first stop. Service: -Service was slow to say the least. Our dear server kept a jolly face all night despite the fact that he was running a mile a minute and was the only server covering two floors. I watched as he would whiz into the fridge to uncork wine, while lighting fondue pots ablaze with the other hand. - Thankfully, while it may have took a while to order and get our drinks, the kitchen was pretty quick (it doesn't take long to plate charcuterie and make fondue) so we were in and out in about 1 hour 20 minutes Drinks: -The wine list is compiled by Vincent Durand with specific consideration for their pairing with food -There are several pages worth of affordable wines by the bottle, with a few selections available by the 1/2 bottle and about 3 by the glass (this is obviously the place to sit, drink and linger for a while) -Not enthused by the wines by the glass offered, we each ordered a 1/2 bottle of something that appealed. He had the Vignoble Charruau les Pierres Rouges Saumur Champigny and I the 2012 Vin D'Alsace Riesling. Neither of us were blown away by our choices, but hey, we had just been spoiled by $2000 bottles of wine in Bray, these bottles were pennies in comparison. Food: -The menu is obviously based around cheese, with the main players being the fondue pots, raclette (each for two people minimum), tartiflettes, meat fondues and other countryside snacks. They also offer a variety of charcuteries, salads and cheese platters divided by region. -The bread that is served includes sesame, poppyseed and traditional and is prepared by their bakery Legaychoc on 33 Rue Rambuteau. Mixed Salad with Tomatoes and Nuts (€ 6) Crispy, crunchy, with a more acidic dressing (which is my preference). It felt really good to eat salad in the midst of all the rich, heavy foods we'd been indulging in. Plate of Mixed Ham: Bayonne, White Ham, Grisons Ham, Bacon (€ 8) A nice selection of meat for a fair price. Seguin Fondue: Goat, Camembert, Cream, Apple Brandy, Spices (€ 15) I liked the combination of the tangy goat with the creamy mild camembert and the earthy caraway on top. While I definitely enjoyed it, I did find it far too much to eat simply with bread alone. In retrospect I had wished I inquired more about other dippables (meat, vegetables etc), but I was having a bit of a hard time communicating and didn't want to ask too many questions. Chocolate Fondue with Fruit (€7.50) The chocolate was tasty, but the fruit tasted a bit like canned. I also was a bit disappointed that this too didn't arrive in a fondue pot as I had expected. Closing Remarks: -Bill for two 1/2 bottles of passable wine, and the food mentioned above was €80 ($111 Canadian). Considering we got a fair bit of cheese, wine and meat (all relatively pricey things in Toronto), we couldn't complain too much about the meal or price. -Pain Vin Fromage would make for a very cute first date, especially because it is an environment where you can linger over a pot of cheese and an affordable bottle of wine and no one would nudge you out -the server is just too busy! -Would I rush back? Probably only for an intense cheese craving, and because I really would like to try raclette. Should you go? For an inexpensive casual meal in a very expensive over-the-top city, I say it's a good choice. read more

Love, love, love. Came here with my boyfriend on a Sunday night. We were looking for a good fondue restaurant and - besides the real deal in the Alps - I had only tried ones previously on Rue Mouffetard -- which all have a more kitschy ambiance. Saw the awesome reviews on this one and decided we had to go! We walked downstairs into a cave-like room, very romantic, very Haute-Savoie. We split a salad with Chevre-Chaud, a bottle of pinot noir from Alsace and then the traditional fondue Savoyarde. Perfect meal. Perfect evening. Very reasonably priced. Will definitely return! read more

This place is absolutely amazing. It looks small when you first enter, but there's a really lovely downstairs seating area that looks like a cobblestone castle. The menu says fondue is a minimum 2 person order, but they hooked it up for a solo fondue order. The fondue was completely delicious, and so authentic and rich. Reasonably priced, fantastic experience and delicious fondue I'm still craving. PS- I recommend making a reservation, I got lucky with getting in as a walk-in! read more

Very small place... you either have a reservation or prepare yourself to wait. But the wait is worth it! I came on my own, and yes, how sad is it to have fondue for one? Not that sad when you are here! They were super nice and accommodated me! Loved it! read more

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One the last day of our trip to Paris we wanted to do something fun for dinner, so we trolled yelp and found this place. My limited French informed me that they serve bread, wine and cheese, so we went there immediately. It's a bit hard to find (tucked into an alley close to the Pompidou) but I am SO GLAD we found it! My husband and I had never tried raclette before (I've never seen it in Austin, nor anywhere else in the states) but it was an awesome experience! It's pretty much fondue on steroids - you bake thick slices on cheese in a little oven and then pour it over a variety of meats and potatoes. We got a nice salad, half bottle of wine and the meatiest raclette plate we could fine. We were in heaven! 4 or 5 different types of meat, baby potatoes and endless cheese. It was really fun to use the raclette oven, and the quality of the meats and cheese were excellent. We were stuffed afterward, but we still ordered dessert since it was our last night in Paris. The chocolate cake was delicious! The restaurant itself is also really lovely and unique. The restaurant has 2 levels - a small upstairs seating area and the basement, which is essentially a giant wine cellar. We sat in the lower level (definitely do that if you can) and it was so cool! We sat right up next to one of the walls and it was like being in a cave full of cheese and wine. Definitely added a lot to the experience! If you find yourself in the area, and even if you don't, go have dinner at Pain Vin Fromages. Great staff, awesome food and ambiance. It was the defining meal of our vacation! read more

I am a fan. I cant eat much cheese.. doesnt go well wtih my stomach but this place made my wife very happy. We didnt have a reservation but the owner made some room for us thanks!). Its different, food is great, service is slow (as everywhere in France) but the place is nice. read more

This place is very charming and has some wonderfully authentic French cuisine. Don't forget to make a reservation because it is intimate and very popular so the seats go quickly. I recommend the Fondue Savoyarde. read more

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I normally do not give 5 stars to a restaurant unless the meal that I have fundamentally changes my perception of what can be done with a type of food. Rest assured, Pain Vin Fromages defined for me what Fondue can taste like. My girlfriend and I were visiting Paris in June of 2012, and touring the city. A couple of Anglophones, we only know a few phrases of French; neither of us really speak it. While depending on the individuals this can often lead to... less then ideal... interactions between tourists and Parisians, at Pain Vin Fromages I never felt in the slightest patronized. Our waitress was absolutely excellent. The restaurant is very small, and we were seated in the downstairs area of what I assume used to be an old wine cellar that had been converted into a very charming and romantic dining setting. Excellent ambiance My girlfriend and I started with pieces of Filet Mignon, cooked in boiling oil. While I have eaten a good number of excellent Filets, these were outstanding. Tender and hot, we immediately ordered a large Croque Monsieur to split. Also excellent. Finally, we ended with the Norman-style Cheese fondue. The main components were (if I remember correctly) camembert and apple brandy. Small cuts of baguette were served. This fondue was absolutely amazing. Each bite was an overflow of creamy flavor. It was a hard battle, but we finished the pot, our stomachs bursting. The only other downstairs patrons were a bunch of guys having a bachelor party, and incidentally, we ended up talking. For some reason they decided to buy us desert, because I was 'a silly American tourist' or something like that. To which I replied 'I'm British!' Which I am... sort of. Point is, we then had ice cream infused with brandy, which was a perfect capstone to the evening. Somehow we were able stand up and finally make our way back to the apartment in which we were staying. All in all, this was an experience to remember! read more

Went there today for my birthday. Had a reservation but we got 10 mins late because we lost our way and being tourists didn't have a local cellphone to call to inform. They let us in and then told us to leave. Before we left one of them asked us to wait outside and he'd get us a table ready, had us wait 20 mins in sub zero weather then told us to leave- again! Absolutely ridiculous! read more

This place is great! The owner was exceptionally nice and accommodating. It was a little warm, but the kindness of the people and the quality of the food drowned anything negative out. My family was looking for something authentic, good, and fun. This satisfied all of what we were looking for... read more

We ate at Pain Vin Fromages on our last night in Paris and it was by far and away the best meal that we had. We called right at 7pm to get a reservation and they said that they were fully committed for the evening. When we called back at 8:30pm they were able to get a table for us at 9:15, which was perfect. We shared a GIANT salad with fondue and boiled potatoes. It was such a simple but delightful meal. The service was impeccable and they provided menus in multiple languages. If you are in Paris then I highly recommend that you check it Pain Vin Fromages. read more

Took a chance on Saturday slightly after they opened at 7pm, and got a table for 1 till 8:30. Throw away any preconceptions you might have of bad Parisienne service! They found seats for all walk ins, with the same 8:30 deadline, till the place was full, and the experience was as delightful as the service! Had the reclettes tonight, with fortunately enough time in my trip to reserve for a return visit for the fondue! If you come without reservation and they are really, truly full, do make a reservation for another night. You will not regret it! read more

This place specializes in the things that make France great (see their name). They also have raclette (melted cheese on potatoes with meat) for those of us for whom traditional "pain" causes suffering. They have a huge range of cheese - why not try something new? This place is perfect for a cold and rainy night in Paris. Gluten-free notes: Order the raclette. It's delicious. Or a cheese plate. read more

Yum yum yum! The fondue was amazing. We got it with a combo ham plate. The fondue was creamy and went well with the salty hams. We saved room for creme bruelete. It did not disappoint. They have the menu in several languages and the staff is very helpful. Strongly suggest a reservation and its small and busy. read more

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This place is in a deserted alley and you think you might get shanked. Don't let that dissuade you from coming here because it's a unique gem. Make reservations because as we ate, multiple parties came in requesting to be seated and only the ones with reservations were accommodated. It's tiny, we sat upstairs so I'm unsure of how much additional seating is downstairs. Try the raclette, it's something you won't find many places. The gist is you choose what your base is (we ordered the gourmande which was ham, pancetta, ect with some cornishon.) They provide you with a plate of cheese, a bowl of potatoes and a basket of bread. Melt your cheese in the provided oven, stick your baguette slices on top of it to toast them. Once the cheese is melty and starting to brown, dump it all over your meats and potatoes. Devour with the bread. Wash it down with plenty of wine. Their cheesecake was great too! read more

Very nice atmosphere and the service was prompt and friendly. We ordered the traditional cheese fondue with some ham and a few other things. The food was very tasty but not something I would eat on a normal basis. My kids wanted to try it. Be sure to visit the gym the next day to work off the extra pounds. Enjoy! read more

Excellent selection of cheeses and wines. The fondue, and charcuterie plate were outstanding and topped off by even better service! Dessert and coffee afterwards, and moderately priced. We sat downstairs in "The Cave" (17th Century) which made the experience even more special. Highly recommended and will return! read more

Absolutely amazing! We found this restaurant through online reviews. I've had very poor quality fondue in Latin Quarter before in Paris, so I was a bit sceptical. After having lived in Switzerland for a year, I have quite high expectations for fondue. Pain, Vin, et Fromage did not disappoint. My boyfriend and I ordered the classic fondue with a side of potatoes and a salad to share. The potatoes were a perfect accompaniment to the fondue. I would suggest this in addition to the bread which comes with it. We were too full to order dessert, so I can't comment on this. Overall, a very enjoyable evening. I would highly suggest coming. I know I'll be back for sure! read more

Great fondue! A bit pricey but certainly great. The cheese and meat fondue were both amazing. It's certainly touristy but the food does not disappoint! Plus, the service was great and very friendly! read more

Fondue..salami and cheese, that's all you need to know. Bookmark this place if you'll be in paris. Don't eat for at least 6 hours before and don't plan on eating after. read more

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I love this place! Pretty much everything about this place is wonderful. The atmosphere is really nice, feels like you're transplanted into a 16th century French castle. I love the different cheese options you have for the fondue. It is just so rich and delicious, I wished we were at home so we could take a nap and come back for round two of warm fondue. All the options seemed amazing, but for some reason I was really really into the salad here. It was a great balance to the meal, especially the tomatoes because of its citrusy contribution. We weren't very hungry but if we were, we would have ordered an extra meat/potato plate. That's always a great addition to a fondue meal. The raclette here looked really good too! Fondue always needs tons and tons of bread, and pretty much all French bread is beautifully made. The bread and cheese fondue combo has been very well perfected by the French. If you're looking for a true fondue experience in Paris, you need to come here. The ambiance, the bread, the wine, the cheese, c'était parfait! read more

My wife and I ate here a little over a week ago and it was absolutely delicious. We had the basic cheese fondue mixture which included Emmental and kirsch. We also ordered a starter plate of mixed meats (ham, prosciutto, salami, etc) which were scrumptious. Dipping everything in the cheese: the bread, meats, olives, etc. - was like heaven. Also had the cheesecake for dessert which was the best cheesecake I have EVER had. Highly recommend this place. read more

I only have one complaint about this place. If you're a solo diner, you can forget the fondue - the minimum is two people. I was disappointed when I realized this, but dined here anyway. I wasn't disappointed, though, with the other offerings. I had the tartiflette - a potato and bacon concotion loaded with melted cheese and it was absolutely divine. The portion sizes are also huge, so I can't comment on dessert. There was a great house wine option by the glass and you do get great value for the money. The restaurant is small, so do make reservations! The service was also great, especially considering that when I visited it was full of Americans who didn't seem to understand basic French restaurant etiquette. read more

Fantastic find while staying in Paris! Like other reviewers say, if you don't have a reservation, get there before 8pm and they will try and fit you in. My boyfriend and I skipped the fondue and went straight for the raclettes and oh my, it was incredible! We got the assortment of meats and the order for two people honestly could feed a family of 8. The meats were fresh, the cheese was delicious and the potatoes were perfectly cooked. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

Pain Vin Fromages - What a spread...this was our "I've eaten 1/4th of what they gave us point"! Such a great selection and tons of it!!! - Fondue Near Me - Paris, 75

I hated this restaurant. I found it to be wildly overpriced. They don't give you enough fondue to make a meal. My dining companion and I probably dipped 10 pieces of bread into the fondue and it was gone. It doesn't come with anything but bread but we purchased a salad and some potatoes to go with it. Thank goodness, or we would have starved to death. read more

Only a couple of tables in this close-quarters establishment, and on a warm day it got pretty toasty in here (AND we ordered fondue...our French friends were aghast that we wanted something so heavy...but...France! Cheese! Vacation! Humor us.) Overall, it was worth it. When you're scraping the bottom of the pot to get every last morsel of melty goodness, you know you've made the right choice. Still, probably better in the colder months. read more

Amazing cheese fondue in a very convenient location. A bit hard to find, but worth it once you get there. Very friendly service. We didn't have reservations so we sat upstairs and didn't know about the cave downstairs. Would love to come back someday to try it! read more

Amazing place with the best fondue I've ever tried. The owner is always at the restaurant and he is really nice. Make sure to make a reservation before going! read more

This little restaurant made me fall in love with Paris even more. As I strolled the streets alone on a mission to chase Space Invader, my eyes looked up and my nose wiggled. A restaurant with a simple moniker comprising 3 of life's finest things. Not one to be shy to eat alone I popped my head in only to be told I'd be waiting an hour or more. I sat mournfully on the little bench outside wondering where my feet would take me next, as here I had found my culinary Mecca in that exact moment. I glazed over and continued my silent lament, only to be surprised by a tap on my shoulder. They had a table for me. A smile broader than the Cheshire Cat beamed across my visage like a crescent moon as I sat and inhaled the stunningly mephitic surroundings. They gifted me a glass of champagne as I perused the menu, ordering a gluttonous amount of cheese (as well as Raclette) which I consumed gleefully with salad. It was the best date I've ever had with myself. Bar none. Next time I'm a very good girl I'm taking myself back. read more

The place is really popular so make sure to make a reservation unless you're willing to wait for a while. The fondue paired well with the meats and bread we were given, and the rustic vibe of this place added to the ambiance. I'd recommend getting the dessert chocolate fondue since the fruit really lighten things up after the cheesy and creamy fondue. read more

We loved this place! My partner and I ate here tonight and had a great time. We had the sequin fondue with a plate of mixed ham and added potatoes. In fact, we enjoyed the potatoes for the fondue way more than the bread. We also had a bottle of the Margaux, which went well with the cheese. The food was great, the energy really festive and the service helpful and friendly. We'd highly recommend this place. Our server also spoke English well enough to explain all of the various dishes on the menu. P.S. you definitely need a reservation read more

I've been here twice and it's absolutely exceptional dining. The waitstaff is so friendly, the ambiance is cozy. It's the perfect warm dinner for winter or fall. It's heaven for cheese lovers. If you don't leave room for the cheesecake you're a fool. read more

Make sure you have a reservation! The place is really small and the service, specially the managers, can be a little rough. We tried the fondue and the raclette. I would stick just to the fondue. Great place for good food, inexpensive and cozy. Cheers. read more

Delicious and decently priced. Very enjoyable dinner and we ate til we were super full. The meat plate was too much and we didn't really eat it. I don't remember if we had to have a certain amount of order. read more

Very good food and good service. We got the fondue, salad, and meat and it was delicious. You definitely need the salad to balance out the creaminess of the fondue. More than enough food for 2 people for sure and we left relatively stuffed. The service was good. Do not forget to make a reservation. We watched countless people get turned down. If you don't want to be disappointed plan ahead! read more

An absolute gem! We made a reservation earlier in the day. Walking up the empty street we felt a little uneasy given the street the restaurant is located on is absolutely empty street. But as we were a little early we had some time to explore the area before eating. The 4th is perhaps a little seedier than some of the other arrondissments with lots of younger folks enjoying the many watering holes on the next street over. I would liken it to the east village in NYC: a little rough around the edges but a fun area to hang out. The place itself has an authentic, hole in the wall feel. It's comfortable and cutely decorated, cozy but not noticeably cramped. The manager and other service were welcoming and polite and went to lengths trying to communicate with some of the other tourists that came in who had little to no english/french knowledge. The food was simple (pain, vin, fromage, really!) and delicious, a real treat! 4 stars as a few more options other than bread/potatoes with the fondue would have been welcome. Yes, the meal was not cheap, but neither is quality cheese, of which there was a very generous portion served with the fondue. read more