PARIS
Marrow
Unexpected, thoughtful preparation make the ingredients here shine; don't miss the spinach sautéed in scallop sauce
128 RUE DU FAUBOURG SAINT-MARTIN, 75010 PARIS
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Le Petit-Rétro
Bright, cheerful decor complements friendly service and classic dishes
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Le Cherche Midi
Traditional Italian plates with a French flair; don't miss the fettuccini al tartufo
22 RUE DU CHERCHE-MIDI, 75006 PARIS
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Le Bon Georges
Sidewalk tables, a chalkboard menu of daily dishes, and an extensive wine list
45 RUE SAINT-GEORGES, 75009 PARIS
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Chez L’ami Louis
Simple, but excellent food, paired with an extensive wine list
32 RUE DU VERTBOIS, 75003 PARIS
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Chez Michel
A novel approach to classic French fare, courtesy of Japanese chef Masahiro Kawai
10 RUE DE BELZUNCE, 75010 PARIS
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Bistrot Paul Bert
Generous, tasty dishes—such as tartare de boeuf—prepared without frills
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L’ami Jean
Chef-proprietor Stéphane Jégo is one of the godfathers of the French Bistronomy movement
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Chez Julien
The perfect steak frites, crème brûlée, and other traditional dishes, along the Seine
1 RUE DU PONT LOUIS-PHILIPPE, 75004 PARIS
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