L'ArpegevsBistrot Paul Bert
L'Arpege and Bistrot Paul Bert are both recommended by writers. Overall, L'Arpege is the choice of most reviewers compared to Bistrot Paul Bert. L'Arpege ranks #2 in Paris with approval from 15 reviewers including Departures, Concierge and Fodor's.
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84 rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris
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Concierge "Deceptively simple dishes, such as a rich, mustard-based gazpacho with ice cream and heirloom Haut-Maine chicken with cabbage, squash blossoms, and baby root vegetables, are breathtaking."
Fodor's "His dishes elevate the humblest vegetables to sublime heights." Full review
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The understated decor places the emphasis firmly on the food, but try to avoid the gloomy cellar room.
Lonely Planet "Triple Michelin-starred chef Alain Passard specialises in vegetables and inspired desserts like his signature tomatoes stuffed with a veritable orchard of a dozen dried and fresh fruits." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Live out the ultimate farm-to-table fantasy with a meal at chef Alain Passard's Michelin three-starred restaurant." Full review
Zagat4.5
""Vegetable lovers make the pilgrimage" to this corner of the 7th decorated with "understated elegance" (jacket required) to sample the "pristine" Haute Cuisine of chef-owner Alain Passard." Full review
BlackBook "Bust out the AmEx Black for Alain Passard’s iconoclastic, musical creations."
DK Eyewitness "Alain Passard’s three-star restaurant near the Musée Rodin is one of the most highly regarded in Paris."
Michelin Guide3 Stars
"Precious woods and a Lalique inspired decor provide the backdrop for the dazzling vegetable inspired cuisine of this culinary genius." Full review
Rough Guide Star
"Alain Passard is one of France's truly great chefs - and he pushes boundaries here by giving vegetables... the thought you'll also find lobster, salmon and pigeon on his menus."
Time Out "A main course of sautéed free-range chicken with a roasted shallot, an onion, potato mousseline and pan juices is the apotheosis of comfort food. Desserts are elegant." Full review
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18 rue Paul-Bert, 75011 Paris
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Concierge "With a friendly, arty crowd and wonderful food, this back-beyond-the-Bastille bistro would be well worth seeking out even if it weren't one of the best buys in town."
Fodor's "The Paul Bert delivers everything you could want from a traditional Paris bistro." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A classic French eatery with unexpected twists." Full review
BlackBook "Hardly the secret it was a couple of years ago, this place bursts with bobos and businessmen dialed in to its superior value."
Gayot13.0
"The capable director of the set, M. Auboyneau, has successfully devoted his efforts to present a real cuisine at prices of the past century, or almost." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This bistro’s popularity is not surprising, given its combination of vintage decor – complete with zinc bar – and classic bistro cooking."
Rough Guide "A mix of locals and visitors flock here for the cosy, friendly ambience and high-quality simple fare."
Time Out "This heart-warming bistro gets it right almost down to the last crumb." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The steak au poivre is bathed in a sauce of pan drippings and cream spiked with coarse Sarawak pepper and Cognac. The double-fried frites are crispy bliss." Full review
Zagat3.5
"“Off the beaten path” in the 11th lies this “boisterous” bistro serving a “solid”, midpriced menu “with beef the star” (“best steaks in town” claim many) plus “interesting” wines." Full review
