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Les Papilles

30, rue Gay Lussac, 75005 Paris, France
01 43 25 20 79
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Ranked #20 of 9,490 restaurants in Paris
Price range: $25 - $141
Cuisines: Delicatessen, French, Bistro
Good for: Romance, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Romance, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
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3 restaurant reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW via mobile

My husband and I booked a dinner here on the numerous excellent reviews we had read. We forgot to confirm our booking, which the staff were unhappy about. We noticed immediately that the patrons were mostly, if not entirely, english speaking north americans, 90 percent of whom were over the age of 50. Our dinner was well cooked, especially the... More

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Fontainebleau, Ile-de-France, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

Small and cosy, service is great, and I recommend going for the set menu as it is great value for money.

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Illinois
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15 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 NEW via mobile

We dined here on our first evening in Paris and had high expectations...that were far exceeded. The soup course was perhaps the best soup I've ever had, cream of celery dressed to the nines. Next was a lamb shoulder stew type dish that was equally wonderful. The dessert was something we still are talking about, a pineapple pana cotta type... More

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Worcester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

This Bistro is a must visit when in Paris. Everything is as you would expect when eating in France. Be sure to book,you won't regret it!

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Knoxville, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Just got back from a trip to Paris and ended up eating here twice. You only get one meal choice but I promise you it'll be delicious. The fixed price menu is great value for money - 35 euros, four courses. The starter both nights for me was terrific and the main course also was great, osso bucco one night... More

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Stockholm, Sweden
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13 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

We had spotted Les Papilles through a well-known french restaurant guide. Unfortunately, too many people had done the same, and choosen this bistro the same evening. The Les Papilles concept is to offer a fixed 4 course menu. Basta, no exceptions. We were served a cauliflower soup, duck, green cheese and a pannacotta. All very good. But our overall impression... More

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See 4 more reviews by JesperN for Paris
Australia
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5 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Absolute favourite in Paris. Great Food, Great Wine and a lovely litle bistro atmosphere. Its a set menu which changes daily so you get seasonal produce and get to eat what the cook feels inspired to make for that day. Best for small groups of 2-4 as the place is small. We wondered in there at around 900pm and decided... More

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Bergamo
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

There is a fixed menu at 35€, with entree, first dish, cheese and dessert (wine excluded). The owner is a very nice guy and tells you that what you eat depends on what they find at the market in the morning, which is so good. I must say that everything we ate was very well prepared and the quantity of... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

My husband and I love food and eat very well. We ate at some of the best restaurants in Paris while there for 9 days (Joel Robuchon, Spring, Akrame, etc.), and this was one of our favorites. As far as bistro's go, it was the best. I loved that you picked the wine when you got there, and the owner... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

Les Papilles is a charming spot with a great wine selection - also sold retail. You will need reservations any time except the middle of winter. The clientele here is largely tourists, but some locals also. The owners are professionals and know what they are doing. Great advice as to the wine pairings and well-above-average cooking. Primarily classic french cuisine... More

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