I admittedly don’t know much about Indonesian food except that I like it: the spice, the slow-cooked meats, the slight sweetness featured in many of the dishes, particularly the proteins. Part of me didn’t even want to know if what I’d eaten at Makan Makan was authentic, but since one of my best friends in Paris is indeed Indonesian, I messaged her about the spot, and she was just as effusive as I was. We returned together, and now that I’ve been twice, I can attest to its flawlessness.
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Vermillon is a Casual Neighborhood Bistro Championing Tasty Simplicity
What makes Vermillon a bistro, to me, is less its flavor than its soul: simplicity, conviviality, and warmth abound, making it the kind of place one could easily imagine becoming a cantine, the sort of neighborhood joint you head to, not for the exquisiteness of the food, but for the vibes, the reliability, and the reasonable prices. And that’s just one of the things that makes it a laudable address.
Mesa Offers a Rich Parade of Plant-Based Flavors in Pigalle
The restaurant is located in the HOY hotel, a wellness-driven space just south of picturesque Montmartre. And while occasionally, hotel restaurants can feel sterile or veer so far into crowd-pleasing territory as to be a bit… meh, here, there’s some serious vegan cooking going on, none of which feels like health food. On the contrary, generosity comes center-stage, and if ever the balance is off, it’s always in favor of richness.
Le Bon Georges’ Steak-Frites May Be One of Paris’ Best – Emphasis on the Frites
The steak-frites here costs 74 euros, but I recommend you save up and dig in.
Ardent’s Clubby Vibe Isn’t My Style, But It’s Worth it for the Food
This restaurant feels like it’s all vibes, but the food is actually delicious. (And if you’ve got an iPhone torch, you might actually be able to see it.)
I Wouldn’t Queue for Bouillon Chartier
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.
Lazu is Quietly Achieving Bistronomic Perfection
This bistronomic restaurant is exactly what I hope for when I stumble across a little-known gem, with soulful, seasonal cuisine that surprises at every turn.
Le Mansart Delivers a True Café Experience
Le rade is getting a revival in Paris, of late, and there’s perhaps nowhere more quintessentially Parisian to eat for a pittance, especially at lunch, than Le Mansart.
Trouble is Audaciously, Innovatively Delicious
This new small plates spot has gotten a lot of buzz, of late, and while I was certainly intrigued, I was also on my guard. Paris has no shortage of plates ticking the small-plate-natty-wine box. How would Trouble stand out from the others? The answer, it seems, is in the sheer audacity of the ultra-talented Stefano De Carli, previously of Verre Volé and Passerini, whose Roman background suffuses the border-bending menu with absolutely delightful combinations.
Le Bon Georges is an Upmarket Bistro Worth Visiting… If You Want to Pay the Price
Le Bon Georges ticks some bistro boxes, like the close quarters, ambiance, and aloof service. And when the food is good, it’s really very, very good.