We first discovered this place a year ago and since the same table was free this time we decided to…read moreofficially make it a tradition to stop here and have a pint. We grab the table on the left just outside. It's great to people watch. They have a decent happy hour for pints of lager and this time we got a Nutella crepe and a shot of the absinthe. The staff are always friendly and seeing the large crowds walk by is fun. Will definitely come back next year!

Wanted a quick snack after viewing the Sacre Couere. It's a very small place in old Montemarte. The…read moreservice was excellent and the gentleman was very kind and spoke English. We split a raclette sandwich and it was really good. It was an experience watching him heat the cheese and melted it directly onto the sandwich which was on a fresh baguette. It's very close to the tertre de arte park. There's no shortage of cafés and restaurants in this area but this one is great for Takeaway there's two very small tables to sit at and it's better to just eat somewhere else. I would definitely come back

Located in the Gare du Nord train station, so it's pretty crowded with people grabbing food before…read moretheir train. The line moves pretty quickly though. There was a credit card line and a cash line, which was nice. I got a pain au chocolat for 2.6 euros which is definitely expensive for Paris. Typically they're about 1.6 euro. It is a train station so it makes sense it was pricier. It was not a bad pain au chocolat, but wasn't as fresh or flaky to me. Good for a quick last minute bite before the train

Excellent selection of baked goods. Busy at 9:00am in the morning with a lineup…read more The pretzels are excellent quality. The coffee is nice and mild.

Worth the wait! Waited for only about 30 minutes for this lunch spot and it was well worth the…read morewait! We had no idea what the menu said or what to get and the worker was so sweet and helped explain all of the options and what the favorites were. Small little shop, only allows 1 group at a time which honestly makes you feel like rushed/judged. We went with 2 types, one cooked and one curated meat and the one with Brie cheese and one with truffle cheese. Absolutely phenomenal and would recommend if youre in pairs!

It's a tourist trap driven by trendy Instagram and TikTok videos. The jambon beurre isn't bad, but…read moreit's nowhere near the level of hype surrounding it. This is a very typical sandwich you can find anywhere in Paris, eaten regularly by locals. There's nothing particularly special about this version, and I wouldn't rate it any higher than any other standard jambon beurre you can get throughout the city.

Chez Alain Miam Miam is easily one of the best sandwich spots in Paris and absolutely worth the…read morehype, even with the long lines. We tried the jambon sandwich and chicken baguette, paired with a golden ale beer and coffee. Both sandwiches were outstanding--freshly made with incredible bread, generous fillings, and a perfect balance of textures. The strong cheese they offer on the side is a must; it pairs beautifully with the sandwiches, and the staff even lets you try it before deciding, which is a great touch. We did go around 2pm and unfortunately the pastrami was already sold out, which speaks to how popular it is. We also waited about 30-40 minutes in line, but it moved steadily and didn't feel too painful. We were lucky to find a spot to dine in, though most people grab their food to go. Service was friendly and quick despite the constant rush. The atmosphere is more grab-and-go than sit-down, with very limited indoor seating. Most people take their sandwiches to enjoy at a nearby park, which actually adds to the experience. Be prepared for a queue, but it moves faster than expected--and the payoff is absolutely worth it for what might be the best sandwich in the city.

OMSammy. Absolutely one of the best sandwiches I've ever had in my life. They're huge! I strongly…read moresuggest sharing one. These sandwiches are curated, edible pieces of art made with love by the one and only Alain. It's easy to see why they're so popular. People love the sandwiches so much that his stall inside Marche' Des Efants Rouges can see lines lasting upwards of an hour or more. And people stay in the line. We lucked out and only had to wait about twenty minutes. I tell you, I'd wait all day if need be. I often dream of the sandwiches we had and can't wait to have them again. A picture is worth a thousand words and therefore, my photos can tell you everything you need to know about how good the sandwiches were. It makes me smile when I look at the pic of us with Alain. What a wonderful human being producing wonderful food for the people.

This is basically fast food croissants. Not great. Low flavor. Low crisp. Like what you'd expect…read morefrom a 7-11 in the USA. Bad coffee too. Service was fine. Generally an institutional vibe.

This was my first stop, arriving on Eurostar. It was on my list to try their croissant. I was so…read morehungry, I got a financier and jambon buerre baguette as well. The croissant and financier were just OK but I will be chasing that jambon buerre forever. That was one of the best foods I ate in Paris. They don't make baguettes like that in Los Angeles.

Absolutely worth the line for a sandwich!! You have heard the hype and you simply must go! We were…read morein the area and looking for a late lunch so we stopped by around 2PM and got in line. We had to wait about 15 minutes but it was so worth it! We got of the ham, cheese and butter sandwiches and my my this was amazing! For $20, the sandwiches were a GREAT price and absolutely delicious! No need to sit inside just grab and go and enjoy!

It is a nice place to have a bite to eat but.... The best sandwich in the world? No. Way overated…read morea

Oh my goodness! What a wonderful treat on my Paris trip…read more I ventured off alone during the day after family was touristy tired. The best French pastries ever. Thank you so much for the wonderful treats. I will savor them for three days. I asked in French if the ladies spoke English and they were kind enough to oblige. They were about an hour from closing but everything I got was so yummy. All the best. Ms. C.

I spent a week in Paris at a studio apartment a few blocks away and this quickly became my go to…read moreshop for breakfast treats. Literally everything I tried was amazing and I tried quite a few things. And it's not just the vacation bias, since I did try other bakeries in the neighborhood that were very mediocre. Mille Feuille: Loved how the dry flaky layers contrasted the creamy layers. Éclairs au Chocolat: My French is weak so I thought I was getting vanilla cream filled, so the chocolate ganache was surprising. But a pleasant surprise as it was super rich, playing nicely against the choux shell. Canelés: Perfectly crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. It tasted like there was some hint of alcohol flavoring inside, but I couldn't place it. Bonne Maman Poire Chocolat: Loved the soft pears against the brownie-like surrounding tart. Tartelette Framboise: Basically an excuse to get a ton of cream, which happens rest on a buttery shell and be covered in fresh raspberries. Cheese Cake: Nothing like New York cheesecake. It has the consistency of no-bake, but wasn't, since it tasted baked. So airy and light and delicious. Delise de Iles: One of the prettiest desserts with so many pretty colorful layers, including fluffy meringue on top. I especially liked how the fruit paste layer contrasted the creamy layer. Cherry Frangipane: A little dry on its own, but pairs well with coffee. The fragrant cooked cherries are the highlight. Pineapple Tartlet: Forget the French name, but it was a rather dry grainy tart (almost muffin-like) with candied pineapple on top. Another one that goes well with coffee. Cavette(?): Not sure if I got the spelling right, but this was basically like rectangular-shaped croissant dough with cream and chocolate in between. AMAZING! Perhaps my favorite breakfast treat. Croissant au Beurre: Simple, yet so amazing. Better than anything I've had in stateside. Baguette aux Lardons: How can you make a baguette better? Add crispy thick bacon bits and cheese! Sandwich Jambon et Fromage: My favorite of the simple baguette sandwiches I tried. A classic ham & cheese that the French somehow make amazing. Sandwich Brie Beurre: Very rich since you have creamy brie and butter! Sandwich Saucisson Cornichons: Each ingredient individually was fine, but I wasn't digging the combination. I should have probably stuck with having some sort of cheese. Baguette Traditional: Super crunchy and crispy outside, with a soft and airy center. Baguette Classique: Reminded me of a hoagie roll, but way fancier. All the good parts of baguette, but a slightly softer shell that manages to crunch a tad but it gets chewy.

This place was so weird…read more Definitely a place where locals hang out. We randomly stumbled in here because it was so packed, we figured it must be good. We chatted up another patron to get the 411 on what was good since the menu was entirely in French and we couldn't figure out what most of the items were before heading to the counter to order. That's when things went downhill. They have this strange payment system where you have to exchange your cash for their coins, then you use their coins to pay for your food. Umm....what? No thanks, especially since everything has to be rounded up and you end up with extra coins you can't use except here. We figured out you could pay by credit card to bypass this system, but their machine managed to decline ALL of our credit cards. Shady, bc that basically forced us to use their coin thing. Anyway, we gave up and bounced. It just didn't seem worth the hassle.

The good: - Service is friendly…read more- the tapas is good with a good variety (pig snout, steak, razor clams are some of the more memorable dishes) - good price point for food and drinks - great ambiance The not so good: - service is haphazard due to how busy the place is and their coin system - their coin system is quite annoying because you have to go buy their "grouin" first before you pay with them - you have to buy at least 10 EUR of grouins at a time, which means you really need to figure out and do the math before you buy - or be okay with coming back again It's great for a fun night out, but you just really need to be prepped on their system

We had to make a second visit on our trip to Paris. It was amazing. We even took baked goods home…read morewith us to the US. I attempted some weak French, and everyone was very friendly and helpful! We ate in, and it was fun to sit in a little French bakery to enjoy our sandwiches and espresso.

American should probably stick to Starbucks. The staff put my croissants in the microwave for one…read moreminute and killed them and then acted disgusted and wanted me to take them although they were ruined. I asked for a light toasting in the toaster not the microwave. I think the store did this on purpose as they I ordered a latte and they heated the milk in the microwave as well. I spent $6 on a 2 destroyed croissants, microwave heated milk and coffee. Sorry for this review, but staff needs retraining and I'll stick to Starbucks until then.

Let me tell you about the fresh squeezed orange juice. I've been transported! So fresh, so…read moredelicious, so nutritious! The quiche was so good, and I had to have a fruit tart. I'm going to sit here longer just so I can have a coffee and a baguette! Must mention how lovely the ladies are at this location are, very kind and sweet, tres helpful.

This place is the bomb Super nice service- two ladies…read moremanaging a crazy line by themselves Few tables outside to have a coffee Superb croissants and cakes FRESH orange juice made in front of you