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La Fontaine de Mars

129, rue Saint-Dominique, Tour Eiffel, Paris, France (Eiffel Tower / Invalides / Palais-Bourbon)
01 47 05 46 44
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Ranked #231 of 9,491 restaurants in Paris
Cuisines: French
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Good for: Romance, Doing business, Local cuisine, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
Neighborhood: Eiffel Tower / Invalides / Palais-Bourbon
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Salida
Top Contributor
174 reviews 174 reviews
113 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 56 cities Reviews in 56 cities
54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Stopped by to enjoy a few cocktails, sat outside with a marvelous view of Le Tour... I doubt there are many places with a better one.

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Toronto, Canada
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

La Fontaine de Mars was recommended to me by 2 people, in fact the only restaurant that ever came up in trip planning discussions. True French experience, lovely atmosphere and a short walk from Eiffel Tower in a beautiful area. We had the Escargot, Rabbit, and creme brûlée. Very satisfied and understand why it was so recommended.

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Newmarket, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

Really good food, great service and good atmosphere. Our visit was on a busy Friday night but it felt like we were the only ones in the restaurant. The waiters were really attentive to all our needs from start to finish. The glasses were filled quickly and the food was delivered very efficiently at a good standard. There was a... More

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Paris, France
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15 reviews 15 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

If you want to try a French gastronomic restaurant in the 7th, don't miss la Fontaine de mars. Service is excellent. Ideal for business lunch or a lovers diner.

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Glen Head, New York
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12 reviews 12 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

I ate at Le Jules Verne (the restaurant at the top of the Eiffel Tower) and let me just say that La Fontaine de Mars absolutely blew it out of the water (at least food-wise. We can't get that kind of view anywhere else). Absolutely magnificent. Every dish. It was so memorable I insisted on returning when I visited Paris... More

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California
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13 reviews 13 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

La Fontaine de Mars was recommended to us by a local and is within about 10 minutes of the Eiffle Tower. We had not made reservations so were unable to secure an outside table. It was a lovely upscale restaurant with very friendly staff. I had the Coq au Vin that came in a cast iron pot that was outstanding.... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

A special of the day, main course, fish with risotto and lobster sauce at 35 euro's was OK but not stunning. Over cooked green beans as a side, very poor. Husbands roast chicken and mash was adequate but dull. Pudding (again a special of the day ) was fresh strawberries but so cold from the fridge they were nearly frozen... More

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Rochester, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This is our second trip to this restaurant and we had a second enjoyable meal. I would agree with the other reviewers who point out that if you don't like English translation menus then this probably isn't the place for you but if you like a warm atmosphere, lively chat and friendly staff then do give it a go. We... More

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Paris, France
Senior Contributor
33 reviews 33 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

I admit it, I have a soft spot for La Fontaine de Mars—it is quintessentially French even if it’s full of tourists and expats. I love the oversized, starched red and white checkered linens and warm lighting; I enjoy the charming, flirty staff who work hard and are efficient though often quite busy (I’ve had slow service from time or... More

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Paris, France
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

Food was inconsistent. Great goat cheese tart. Mushroom pate was gritty, Hericort verts were mushy and waiter forgot them as side order. I would say very overpriced but good ambiance. Would not recommend.

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