Paris restaurants located within a 5 minute walk of Cluny - La Sorbonne Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

Lovely atmosphere in a space that used to be a bookstore many years ago. Picturesque setting with delicious food. One of the dishes that was ordered was vegetarian, cooked from scratch and tasted carefully prepared.”
Daniel Jarl - 3 months ago

We were a bit surprised to find such a charming place, with fantastic food so close to the Notre Dame, but this is Paris, not London, so maybe we shouldn't have been! Massive shout out to the brilliant woman running the floor (I am going to assume she owns the joint) who happily took pity on my school boy French and chatted to us so amusingly in English. She also suggested the tiramisu for dessert - and if you taste it, you will understand why. I still ordered (as well) the crème brulee which was also a sensation. She was less happy about my asking for some butter and in fairness the bread was so good it didn't really need it. But y'know, butter.
David Curtis - 6 months ago

The cozy atmosphere and wonderful service made this dining experience a true highlight to our trip. The food was delicious and fresh. It was a hearty, homemade French meal. My husband had baked fish and I had a ratatouille quiche. This did not feel like a space where many tourists visit. It was a wonderful find for us and gave us a chance to experience French cuisine not too far from our hotel. The server and chef were gracious. It is a place we hope to return to someday.
John and Emily R. - a year ago

We stopped and at here while on vacation since our airbnb was just around the corner. The server was very nice and funny. Our meals were delicious and reasonably priced. The atmosphere was pleasant being able to visit without yelling.
Sarah Martin - 5 months ago

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5/5 – Excellent authentic Parisian brasserie Brasserie Balzar was a highlight of our work trip to France with a large group of colleagues. The classic brasserie atmosphere—mirrors, wood paneling, and lively Parisian energy—felt perfectly authentic. We shared aperitifs, a variety of starters and mains, paired with great wines. My escargots were tender and full of garlic butter, and the beef tartare was fresh, well-seasoned, and outstanding. Everyone enjoyed their dishes. Service was warm, attentive, and nicely paced for our group. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Superb food, genuine Parisian charm, and a memorable evening. Highly recommend for groups or anyone wanting a real brasserie experience—we’d happily return!
Matt Robinson - 2 months ago

Exceptional brasserie with a simple, relaxing but professional atmosphere steeped in history and pride embodied in every waiter and staff. The food is outstanding, especially the Confit de Cannard (served with potatoes dauphinois) and the Tarte Tatin (served with crème fraiche). Ate here 3 nights in a row.
Peter Morovic - 2 months ago

It was my last night in Paris and my goal was to get duck. Very tasty Duck Confit at this old establishment fit the bill. Tasty side potatoes and attentive service. We arrived at 7pm before the Saturday dinner rush but the two of us were able to grab an inside table without a reservation with a warning that we’d only have an hour before being hustled out. That never happened. I kind of regret not ordering the entrecôte - it looked absolutely massive, and I was tempted to make off with the giant chunk o beef the old American lady next to us couldn’t eat!
Graeme MacKay - 6 months ago

Very enjoyable on first day of our return to Paris! Recommended by Eric at Hotel Suez as dependable and not tourist driven. Had lovely meal outside at reasonable prices with friendly and professional service. Nice kir and pastis to start, escargot, solid plats, fromage. Very enjoyable!
Ruth Redlener - 5 months ago

Great place to have a semi-formal meal. I went there for lunch. They took me in right away, was very accommodating, and loved the decor and atmosphere. I had the steak frites, medium. Cooked great, food was delightful, and they recommended a very good accompanying French red wine. Glad I stepped in! Will visit again.
Nicki Vo - 6 months ago

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We were warmly welcomed on our arrival and instantly felt the warm atmosphere within the restaurant. The menu had a great range of options and the staff were very friendly. Our food was exceptional and we didn't have to wait long between meals. The best Indian food I have had in Paris by far, I would highly recommend a visit.
Victoria Mills - 2 months ago

The food and service were impeccable! Everything came out great and our server was very attentive. The inside of the restaurant is quite charming and the chairs and tables were elegantly dressed. We will be back!
Caroline Bermel - 6 months ago

It was like magic! Finding such a quality place in a busy and touristic Saint Michel area was not expected! It's a real gem, the food is so tasty and the portions are big. I recommend you to order chicken for the entrée;) What you see in the picture is just starters!
Anna A - 9 months ago

The place is great the owner/host very friendly , the food was good. Place look authentic and in a good neighborhood
Mariam Al Mujaini - 8 months ago

What a pleasure to have found such a lovely little Indian place in Paris and without ridiculous prices.
Miss Khan - 3 months ago

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Incredible night with a large group of us - the staff were accommodating and helpful, the food was delicious (best lamb and mash I've ever had) and the performers were fantastic. We were so pleased - the night will live long in the memory!
Jon Diss - 3 weeks ago

Atmosphere is super nice. Some people play music and sing. Food is very tasty and waiters are very nice and welcoming. Recommend it for sure for a typical and special french dinner.
Antonella - 9 months ago

Had a lovely salad and crème brûlée. The street side seating was very nice with a view of an old church. We enjoyed the singer. The service was fine. The people watching was great.
Doreen O'Donovan - 10 months ago

Second time in this place, this time weekend and it was just wonderful. Ambiance, live singing and piano, delicious food and drinks, friendly staff. This is a place for people who love live singing and edgy panache atmosphere. We were lucky to have different performers and everyone is so talented. This place is for people with a soul 🥰 who appreciate warmth ams passion vibes. I always make reservations to guarantee immediate availability. Gets really busy after 9pm.
Salva Calda - 2 years ago

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Very nice lady preparing the chocolate boxes.. I expected someone rude based on previous comments but had a great experience. I also had the option to try two pieces. Thank you!
Olivia Solari - 2 months ago

Good quality of chocolate
khaled joseph - a year ago

Fantastic food and fast service
saleem saiegh - 9 years ago

quality, variety, service
Padmashree Chakka - 6 years ago

I'm always amazed by the quality of this shop. Of course, the chocolates are excellent, but what surprises me every time is the kindness and thoughtful touches the owner and staff show each customer. They take the time to advise and explain! It's nothing like the previous team! Keep up the great work, you're fantastic!
Jean-Paul Gaudfroy - 3 months ago

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We had a truly wonderful dining experience. The menu offered a delicate fusion of Japanese and French cuisine. Each dish was beautifully presented, refined, intricate, and thoughtfully composed. The flavours were equally impressive, and overall the food was delicious. If I were to mention a small critique, it would be the venison course, which felt slightly out of place alongside the rest of the menu. While well-prepared, it didn’t quite align with the flow of the other dishes and could have been omitted without detracting from the experience. In terms of ambience, the layout has a couple of minor drawbacks. Some tables are positioned near the entrance, and you may notice a draft each time the door opens which is unpleasant especially in the winter season. Additionally, we had the the high counter seating which is less comfortable than the regular tables. For the best experience, I would recommend requesting downstairs seating or a standard table when making your reservation. That said, these are small considerations in what was otherwise an exceptional evening. The service was impeccable, and the overall dining experience was memorable and thoroughly enjoyable.
Fran VM - a month ago

Returning to Sola for my second visit, I was seated in the Japanese-style stone cellar downstairs. The atmosphere remains undeniably poetic, and the chef’s philosophy—reflected in the artistic, broken tableware—commands deep respect. The tasting menu was a journey of delicate precision. The Saint-Jacques (Scallops) paired with persimmon and soy ricotta offered a surprising yet harmonious texture, while the main course of Canard (Duck), served with chanterelles and a garlic-soy sauce, was cooked to absolute perfection, rich and savory. However, a few practical notes for future diners. As the staff graciously warned, there is zero phone or internet signal in the basement. I was expecting important calls, which made the disconnection a bit stressful. If staying online is vital for you, request a table on the ground floor. Additionally, Sola’s signature service style is interactive, often asking guests to "guess" ingredients before revealing them (blind tasting). While this fosters fun communication, it can feel like a task when you simply want to unwind. When I expressed a preference to skip the guessing and just hear the explanations, the staff kindly stopped immediately and guided me through the menu with ease. For first-time visitors: if you are seeking pure healing rather than an intellectual challenge, do not hesitate to let the staff know. Their flexibility turned a good meal into a truly comfortable experience.
KEVIN - 3 months ago

We had a truly wonderful experience at Sola the food was absolutely amazing, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The atmosphere was warm and refined, and the service (once seated) was impeccable. It’s clearly a special place, and we had been looking forward to this evening for weeks. However, one unfortunate detail left a bitter taste at the start of the evening. Despite booking more than a month in advance and having a written confirmation email, we were told upon arrival that there was no reservation under our name. The restaurant was fully booked, and we were left standing awkwardly at the entrance, trying to explain that we were not mistaken and didn’t want to leave. After about 15 minutes of discomfort and insistence, we were finally seated but the feeling of having to “prove ourselves” really took away from what was meant to be a joyful and celebratory moment. It felt unnecessarily humiliating. That said, we’re glad we stayed. The dinner was exceptional, and we’re grateful for the experience overall. I only hope the reservation process is improved because everything else truly deserves praise.
Herman Jane - 3 months ago

I came with my friend for dinner omakase menu. There were a few selections I liked (I think I'm a picky eater), and she liked everything that was served, which made me feel like the dinner was overall successful I particularly liked the mushrooms and rice dish. There is an option to get a foie gras topper on it, but we chose not to I personally didn't like the guessing of ingredients. I'm not much for fine dining and I'm a foreigner, so sometimes I couldn't understand what the staff was saying due to accents (even though they are fluent in English). It might be helpful to have an option for placards/print to explain instead, and that would also allow me to look up specific terms and techniques used in the dish However, this part of the experience is totally down to preference and some people may enjoy a guessing game We booked a reservation in advance so there was no wait. We were there for 3,5 hours and left feeling full 👍
Charlotte Van Halen - 4 months ago

Delicious food and surprising flavours. Attention was perfect. Waiters first serve the different dishes and, when you finish, they come to the table to discuss the ingredients in an interactive way (I recommend to take pictures so you can still see the dishes after you eat them). Only point to improve would be that sometimes the waiting time between dishes was very slightly longer than desirable.
Marco Casas Alonso - 7 months ago

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Nice little place with friendly staff. They were very accommodating to us as we only speak English. An English menu was provided to us after we were seated which was very helpful. The food was excellent overall and was priced well.
John Bordy - 8 years ago

This restaurant was our favorite from our trip to Paris. It has such a unique and intimate cozy atmosphere with delicious food and the owners are very friendly. We cannot wait to go back!
Jack Kellogg - 7 years ago

So fun, highlight of our very full trip, just so cozy and throw back, food delish. Great prices all around. Band was to vacation Thursday so we caught them on Tuesday! Top notch! Yummy!
Rebecca Luther - 7 years ago

This was our last restaurant in France after touring the country for 10 days. On the balance of what we've tried and eaten (including three 1-Star restaurants), this probably ranks in the top 5, comfortably.
Jie Bo Ti - 6 years ago

Very good food and wine, staff was friendly and helpful.
Cody Arnold - 7 years ago

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Truly enjoyed my evening here. The service was superb - so fast and thoughtful. The waiter saw me struggling to get service on my phone and immediately connected me to the Wifi! Very rare indeed. The band were highly skilled. I’ve been watching live Jazz bands around the World and I knew immediately they were top notch. I just wish that other guests were more respectful to the musicians and staff. We encountered some very rude people who kept talking so loudly over the musicians and seemed interested in only recording videos for their social media (??) I thought they were also very rude to the kind waiter when they asked loudly “MENUUUUU. You know MENU?”. The waiter was most professional in dealing with them. The food and wine was fantastic. My friend had the chicken fingers - so crispy and juicy. I had the charcuterie and the cheese was so yummy. A most comfortable place. Clean and with AC. Highly recommend this lovely spot. My friend and I really enjoyed ending our night out here. We felt safe and welcomed - most important for female travellers. I hope to come here again soon.
Tasha Jade Bell Chua - 7 months ago

Cool jazz club with surprisingly good food and service. The place was full when we were seated,but the service was great. Really a fun spot with a mellow vibe.
Cookie - 4 months ago

We were a group of 6 in Paris to watch Rugby. We were lucky to find this bar on our first night. The staff were very welcoming and friendly,the food & beer were excellent. There was live music which was also excellent. We enjoyed the atmosphere so much that we went there for each of our four nights in Paris. I hope to return sometime.
Mark Taylor - 2 months ago

The coffee was good and we had good time there. The barista was friendly and kind. But the best part for us was that we forgot and left our expensive camera there for about 45 minutes and went back and it was still there! :)
sahar - 3 months ago

We had a really fun experience here. We came for the dinner and live music and weren't sure what we were getting into. The live music was not what I expected. I thought we might catch like a French jazz group, but it turns out it wasn't that kind of place. They had a 2-person French pop rock cover band performing mostly American rock songs. Unexpected, but really fun. The food and drinks were okay and a little pricey. I came to Paris to eat French food so I was a little disappointed to find mostly burgers and pulled pork bbq, but that's also on me for not looking up a menu. We had good service though!
Mariana Seda - 5 months ago

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It was a delight to find an all vegetarian restaurant right outside the Notre Dame. It’s a cute place but hidden in one of the smaller streets of Paris. The food was fresh and flavorful. Well presented. The portions were just adequate. I was only upset that I could not try more dishes. I strongly recommend the team to develop more recipes. This is a wonderful concept. The staff were kind and helpful and bore with my broken French.
Hermione Granger - 3 months ago

The burger felt homely, simple and filling, the service was great. 😊 Falafel was average :( , We made a mistake with our selection of wine. it wasn’t particularly impressive and ended up being quite expensive. After comparing with local prices of same bottle, we realised the restaurant’s markup on that bottle was quite high. Not the restaurant’s fault, but sharing this for awareness.
Ady Mira - a month ago

Small vegetarian/vegan Restaurant close to the Seine and just one street crossing from Notre Dame. The menu has a very clear annotation which foods are vegetarian/vegan/gluten free. The perfect stop for lunch on a tour along the Seine. We had 2 of their burgers and they were just delicious. The Tarte Tartin and Chocolate cake for dessert as well.
Vivien Knust - 6 months ago

This is my favorite place in Paris!!! The potato gratin was the best thing I ate and I’ve been craving it! It was perfect! I was worried about the vegan cheese but it was delectable and smooth. I have eaten a lot of potatoes in my life but this was by far the BEST! The wait staff was so sweet! One of the waiters even took our picture. We were thrilled. This place is a very short walk from Notre-Dame. It’s an idyllic cafe!
Chelsea Lynn - 10 months ago

Apparently, this is the oldest vegetarian restaurant in France, in activity since 1978! It's in an incredibly (and unexpectedly) quiet street literally 100 meters from Notre Dame, and it's a very nice restaurant. I had lunch with my family there and we had the basmati rice with veggies, the baked potatoes and sweet potatoes + veggies + tofu with sauce (spicy!), and the two vegan desserts (I would certainly recommend the brownie with ice cream - you can choose the flavour). I appreciate the possibility to get traditional/naturally vegan dishes here, rather than fake meat or other vegan dishes that you can find in several vegan restaurants nowadays. We also ordered some baked potatoes for my kid and they were reeeeeeeally good!
Simone S - 8 months ago

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Beautiful interior. You can tell locals like it here. Excellent tea. I had apple crumble which was very delicious. Very comforting. It’s quiet and quaint with one server who was very polite and accommodating with English menu. My husband had the eggs duxelles and juice with cappuccino which he liked very much. We will come back to Paris and visit here again and will recommend here to others.
Juliette Shin - 5 months ago

This cafe is such a wonderful place, it feels very homey and the decoration is beautiful. The varieties of teas and cakes is extensive and they all taste very delightful!
Sisa - 6 months ago

In a very cold winter day, after walking for hours in the city, The Tea Caddy was a nice stop to warm up a bit. They have a big collection of tea. One tea pot can serve 2-3 mugs of tea and it’s quite nice. Service is helpful with your order.
Foodieeda - a year ago

Best service I got in Paris, this lady served me so good, I wanted to stay longer, the tart I got was delicious, and the tea beautiful presented, love it and I wish I can be back to have more tea time with a book.
Pierina Lopez - 6 months ago

Went there while visiting Paris and it was an amazing experience. The staff didn't understand English which was fine since I got to practice my French. The place was clean and I felt very welcome. Would go there again
Hanna Loa - a month ago

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