I don’t love Bouillon Chartier, but you’re ever looking for an inexpensive French meal outside of normal dining hours, the pot au feu really is quite tasty, and there’s perhaps nowhere in Paris aside from a bouillon where two can enjoy three courses – plus wine – for less than 40 euros. But it’s not worth the queue – or the rude service.
Tag: Paris Restaurants
Le Soufflot is the Perfect Spot for Parisian Staples
You don’t need to cross Paris to try Le Soufflot, but the next time you’re in the area, stumble in to encounter a totally typical Parisian experience.
Chantefable is a Fun Vibe but Far from Deserving of All the Accolades
Chantefable offers decent French food at good prices in a beautiful room in the far-flung 20th.
If You Want to Know How Raclette Got its Name, Turn to le Chalet Savoyard
Come for the raclette and stay for the Berthoud.
Brasserie Lipp is a Storied Parisian Institution Worth a Stop
Very good food and resolutely, stereotypically, and timelessly Parisian service can be found at this 145-year-old brasserie in Saint-Germain.
Bar Fleuri’s Plat du Jour is Worth Being Scolded Over
Come for the chicken. Stay for the pie and the vibes.
For Excellent Roast Chicken, Head to Brasserie Bellanger
This neo-brasserie offers great iterations of French classics at reasonable prices in a fun, hip ambiance.
Cornichon is Even Better Than I Expected
I eat in a lot of old-school (and wannabe old-school) spots, and I often find myself considering what makes a place surprising or different. For me, what makes le Cornichon so great is its authenticity. You really feel the desire to bring out the best of an old-style café with just a few touches that make it a bit more unique and a bit more delicious.
Le Petit Pharamond May Be My Favorite Parisian Bouillon – with a Few Major Caveats
I’ve tried many bouillons in Paris, from the gorgeous, historic Bouillon Julien to the relative newcomer Bouillon Pigalle. My most recent foray into the category was Le Petit Bouillon Pharamond, a mainstay of the neighborhood around Les Halles since 1832 specializing in food from Normandy. And despite my worries that it might be a tourist trap, it proved fairly enjoyable… provided you’ve done a bit of research ahead of time.
Cloche Is a Place to See, Be Seen, and Eat Good Beef
Cloche serves modern plays on classic French bistro dishes in a dimly-lit, see-and-be-seen dining room perfect for a Fashion Week crowd.