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We had a very pleasant stay middle of July. We booked through Amex FHR and received an upgrade to a classic room with balcony which was well appointed and very comfortable. The room was very clean and the AC worked very well the bathroom was oversized and had plenty of amenities. I did feel the bathtub was very slippery though. Room service was fast and most of the items were very tasty. The club was a tranquil retreat with daily tea service as well as Happy hour and snacks throughout the day. The women who was in charge of the club was super pleasant and very helpful. Overall a great stay everyone was a pleasure to deal with and we had no issues during our stay.
Moe Soliman - 2 months ago

This is an amazing hotel! To start, the building itself is beautiful - it feels very upscale and Parisian, the room was very spacious and it was awesome to have a balcony. The service inside the hotel was amazing. Staff were kind and professional, housekeeping came once in the morning and once in the evening for turn down service and went above and beyond to tidy up the room and make it comfortable. The location of the hotel was also excellent - so much nearby in terms of restaurants, shopping (galeries de Lafayette is a 4 min walk), and public transportation. Having the metro this close was a huge win for our trip. The only drawback was the restaurant Cafe de la Paix, which also extends into the food for room service. All of the menu items were very expensive and left a ton to be desired. The pricing would have been fine if the food was good! Overall I highly recommend this hotel, just make sure you plan your meals at the variety of other options in the area and other parts of Paris.
Tyler Schultz - 3 months ago

I originally booked and paid for a suite for two nights. However, due to an air-conditioning problem, I had to stay in the smallest room in the hotel instead of the suite I had paid for. I spoke directly with the manager and requested four nights in a Classic Room as compensation. He clearly agreed and confirmed that all four nights would be complimentary. However, I later discovered that I was only given two complimentary nights and was charged for the other two. Giving me two nights in a Classic Room in exchange for the two nights I paid for in a Suite is not compensation at all. I paid for a Suite and ended up staying in the smallest room because of the hotel’s air-conditioning issue. Calling two Classic Room nights “compensation” for two Suite nights makes absolutely no sense. I actually received accommodation of a lower value than what I originally paid for. The manager specifically agreed to four complimentary Classic Room nights. I relied on his confirmation, and I would not have stayed otherwise. If he failed to put a note in the system, that is the hotel’s internal mistake, not mine. Charging me for the additional two nights after the manager explicitly confirmed they were complimentary is completely unacceptable. I expect a full refund for those two nights and for the hotel to honor the agreement made by its manager. 07/09/2026: the the team reached me and was very helpful with the problem. Thank you..
N - 2 weeks ago

UPDATE: Following my review, I was personally contacted the Area General Manager, whose thoughtful and elegant response I sincerely appreciated. While the original incident was genuinely disappointing, the way it was handled afterwards restored my confidence in Le Grand Hôtel. True luxury is not only about the setting, but about the culture of hospitality and the way a house responds when something goes wrong. Original feedback: Very disappointing experience at La Verrière (the café lounge inside the hotel lobby) after being a loyal customer since 2022. I was served around 4:10 PM and at 5:30 PM a friend joined me. Julian, a daytime waiter who appeared to be a senior member of staff, asked if my friend wanted anything. When he replied “not for the moment,” Julian told us that if we were not ordering more, we should leave the table because people were waiting ( other tables were free and there were no queue when he mentioned that) He then claimed I had been there since 3 PM, which was simply untrue. (Check out my screenshot) Being watched, timed and then asked to leave in front of my guest was extremely uncomfortable and certainly not the level of hospitality I expect from a luxury hotel. Special mention to Theo, who served me earlier and was excellent, warm and professional. Unfortunately, Julian’s attitude completely ruined the experience. La Verrière in the Intercon has been my favourite place in Paris for years and somewhere I have recommended to many people. After this experience, I would warn regular customers that the hospitality may not be what it used to be.
baha SAIDI - a month ago

Had a wonderful three day stay at the Intercontinental Le Grand. The location is a major advantage as its very central, easy to explore on foot, and surrounded by great shops. The rooms are bright, although they do vary in size and some are on the smaller side, so if extra space is important, it’s worth considering an upgrade. The gym was small for a 5Star hotel but has everything you need for a good workout. The concierge team was very helpful throughout our stay and always responded quickly to any requests. The hotel’s famous high tea is definitely worth trying, and the breakfast buffet was extensive, with plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and healthy options. Overall, I would happily return.
Josie Sterling - 3 months ago

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I came on Saturday afternoon around 3 p.m. I needed to queue about 5 minutes but then soon got a table for 5 people. The staffs were really nice and they spoke English quite well. I ordered an iced matcha latte. The interior decorations were really beautiful. A good place to take beautiful pictures.
Hanh Nhung Nguyen - 4 months ago

We started with a seafood cold platter, which was fresh, well-balanced, and precisely composed. The escargots were prepared in classic style, rich in buttery garlic flavors with perfect texture. For the main course, the sole was outstanding—perfectly cooked, delicate, and clean in flavor, allowing the quality of the ingredient to stand out. The service was attentive and professional, and the setting reflects the heritage of the place. Overall, a refined and classic French dining experience.
R. S. - 5 months ago

The restaurant side was much quieter than the café side, which I appreciated, and service started off very well. However, once the room became only slightly busier, it felt less attentive and at times a little impatient, which surprised me for a restaurant at this level. The food was a mixed bag. The drinks were strong, the oysters were delicious, the foie gras was good, and the beef tournedos was excellent. The millefeuille was also a lovely dessert. But other dishes were underwhelming: the white asparagus was bland and unevenly cooked, the crab with lime lacked flavor, and the sea bass with crispy rice was disappointing. Our side of fries was also forgotten and only arrived after we reminded the staff, lukewarm. I’m glad I tried it, but for the price, I expected a more polished and consistent experience.
Coco Song - 4 months ago

Café de la Paix is one of the most iconic cafés in Paris, and the location is absolutely stunning. The elegant interior and historic atmosphere make it a beautiful place to visit, especially if you want to experience a classic Parisian café. The service, however, was only average and didn't quite match the prestige of the venue. I tried a cake, a pain au chocolat, an espresso, and a drink. The beverages were good, and the espresso was enjoyable, but nothing particularly memorable. The pastries were extremely expensive and, in my opinion, not of the quality I expected for the price. That said, it's clear that a large part of what you're paying for is the incredible location and its history. Overall, it's worth visiting once for the atmosphere, but I believe the food and pastries could better match the reputation of the café.
THE ELEGANT BARISTA - a month ago

The atmosphere is elegant and quintessentially Parisian, making it a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy a break in the city. I ordered a cappuccino and a chocolate croissant, and both were delicious. The cappuccino was rich and well-prepared, while the chocolate croissant was fresh, flaky, and full of flavor. The setting and service added to the overall experience.
Doctor Bruun - 3 months ago

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An outstanding dining experience from start to finish. The food was exceptional, crafted with premium ingredients and presented beautifully. Every dish reflected the restaurant’s commitment to quality and authentic French cuisine. What truly made the experience unforgettable was the outstanding hospitality. All the ladies on the team were incredibly welcoming, attentive, and genuinely professional. Special thanks to Rosanna and Farah for their warm smiles, impeccable service, and thoughtful attention to every detail. They made us feel valued throughout the entire evening. Highly recommended for anyone looking for exceptional food, elegant service, and a memorable experience in Paris. I will definitely be back.
Waleed Bin Mohammed - 2 months ago

The Good: Pleasant, cozy atmosphere with excellent cuisine and truly stunning architecture. The place has amazing potential and the food quality is outstanding. The Bad: Seating management on the terrace needs urgent attention. Tables for four are occupied for hours by just two people with cocktails, while guests are waiting. Inside, the lack of air conditioning makes it uncomfortable when ordering hot dishes. This hurts the rotation and overall experience. Would definitely come back if these operational issues are fixed, because the foundation is great.
Forbes EE.UU. Incorp. USA Ms.O.B Travel Guide - 2 months ago

1 star for food- the worst beef filet that I’ve ever had. Weird cut and portion was ridiculously small, not even 200g which is standard. Fries were bad as well, very salty, oily and hard. Atmosphere was great though, very nice place to sit. Service was just ok.
Anastasia Mikey - 3 months ago

It was a very hot day to have lunch in the restaurant. We ordered oysters for appetizers. The oysters were fresh and creamy even they were small. The main course, spring chicken, was delicious, it was soft, juicy and tender. Mille-feuille was also delicious.
Abby Lee - 4 months ago

La Fontaine Gaillon was lovely. Friendly hostess and staff, (shout out to M, our server who was very attentive but never bothersome), very cozy atmosphere and the food was outstanding. We had the turbot and chicken, both were delicious. I highly recommend trying this place if you’re visiting and not sure where to go, you won’t be disappointed. Oh and the cocktails and champagne were spot on as well. Au revoir! 🇫🇷
Michele Ramie - 3 months ago

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Great spot for a quiet glass of Champagne. Lovely staff. Sitting outside here is a quiet oasis in the heart of Paris. The lady behind the bar does An amazing job to make you feel ,welcome. The concert next door on Wednesday night was a bonus.
Bryan Keough - 8 months ago

Good vibes and excellent service. The restaurant located in the quiet and clean square. The staffs are so nice and professional. We enjoyed sitting outside cause it was so comfortable. The crepes were delicious, it was crispy and hot.
Abby Lee - 8 months ago

Charming restaurant in a quiet square behind the Opera. My wife and I had a wonderful meal here in mid September, sitting outside to enjoy the late summer weather. The owner is very friendly and charming and the pasta dishes were fantastic. Highly recommended.
Oliver Board - 10 months ago

The food was so delicious here. It’s predominately Italian food but done very well. The pizzas are huge and pasta’s just the right serving. The restarting is set in a small quiet courtyard which made it perfect for families with children as they could run around opposite the restarting without risk of being run over by a vehicle or scooter. The outdoor area is full of majority smokers however tables are far enough apart to not impact you too greatly if you don’t like it.
Tania Marshall - 3 years ago

I absolutely loved this Italian restaurant! The vibe was cozy, the staff were super welcoming, and the food was bursting with flavor. You can tell everything is made with passion and fresh ingredients. Such a great place to enjoy good food and a relaxed atmosphere – I’ll definitely be back!
Izabela - 10 months ago

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We had dinner here yesterday (1st of July). The interior was so classic and nice. From the welcoming team to the second floor staff, everyone was so attentive. Service was quick. And food, omg, everything was soooo delicious. Oysters, French Sol, artichoke salad all amazing. But the most remarkable one was dessert part, and I hope we can have time to have one more of it before we leave Paris🤓 Sooo, please try it. Also chocolate, ice cream profiterol was huge and nice too. Thank youuuuu😍
Meral Arpa - 2 months ago

Everything was fantastic! I had the Escargot, a glass of Beaujolais wine, and Duck Breast as a main course. They were absolutely delectable. Sébastien was my server and he was kind, friendly, and happy to offer recommendations when asked. He let me practice my French, but also did not make me feel bad for asking my more complex questions in English. I would absolutely return again.
Victoria Emanuelson - 2 weeks ago

I had a wonderful dining experience at Grand Café Capucines on 5/31/26 during lunch hour. We ordered oysters, mussels, and steak, and everything was delicious and beautifully prepared. The seafood was fresh, the steak was cooked perfectly, and the portions were generous.✨ What made the experience even better was the excellent service. The staff (I’m so sorry that forgot to ask her name) were attentive, professional, and welcoming throughout our meal. They made us feel comfortable and well taken care of from the moment we arrived. The atmosphere is elegant and lively, making it a great place to enjoy a classic Parisian dining experience. Overall, it was a memorable meal and I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Paris.🗼 Thank you for such a wonderful experience!🩷
Em - 3 months ago

This is such a tourist trap but we were desperate bc we were hungry, tired and hot. Food wasn’t terrible, just ok. Service wasn’t terrible, just ok. We got seated right away, got fed and was able to use the toilet. It got the job done.
Caitlin Abelman - a month ago

Frank was the best! He was very attentive, helped me understand the menu. Made great recommendations. Thanks Frank for a wonderful experience!! The food was fabulous. I had franks recommendation of oysters were amazing and the sea bass exceeded my expectations!
Harper Ford - 2 months ago

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Fabulous Parisian restaurant. Spacious uncrowded atmosphere, excellent service. The menu was varied, but not overly complex. Tableside prepared steak tartare and duck orange. Unbelievably huge Wine list, with approachable Wines in every category and premium wines available into the thousands of euros. Go early and plan to stay for several hours.
Ron McCracken - a month ago

Food was excellent. Interesting way of presenting white asparagus. Chocolate desert was heavenly. Waiter was excellent in describing then dishes which greatly helped in making our decisions
K Lin - 5 months ago

Walked into this place for lunch. Absolutely amazed by the great food, wine and service here. A place that I will definitely want to come back if I’m nearby!
Shirley C - a month ago

Food 10/10 Atmosphere 10/10 Service 8/10 Overall, a great experience. The food was fresh and excellent from start to finish — we had oysters, snails, foie gras, tartare de boeuf, and château filet, and we were impressed by the quality and taste of every dish. The atmosphere was also very enjoyable: the music wasn’t too loud, making it easy to hold a conversation with a comfortable level of background noise. The only downside was the service. Our server always seemed rushed whenever she came to our table, almost as if she was on a time limit. Once our final dishes were served, we never saw her again, even after mentioning that one of the side vegetable orders was missing. She told us it was coming, but after waiting 25 minutes, we had to ask another server, who brought it within 10 minutes. It was a bit disappointing, especially since we could clearly see her chatting with guests at other tables. Thankfully, the front desk hostess was extremely kind and welcoming, and even offered to take photos for us, which ended the evening on a positive note.
Laura Ditona - 4 months ago

I had the lunch 3 course menu for €48 and everything was delicious. The portion sizes were generous and the food came out very quickly. All of the waitstaff were lovely and attentive.
Andrea Neoh - 5 months ago

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Given the large number of excellent reviews, we had high expectations. Unfortunately, the atmosphere of the restaurant was disappointing — the tables are very close to each other, and it was impossible to even stretch a little without bumping into items on the neighboring table. The food was rather average. We ordered several starters to get a sense of the menu, but none of them really stood out. The gyoza dumplings were presented as homemade, but in reality they seemed store-bought. 🥲 In addition, the lighting in the restaurant is very harsh and uncomfortable, making you want to leave as soon as possible rather than stay and enjoy the space. The worst food we have ever had in our lives was the bento box with beef. The sauce was excessively sweet, and the meat was extremely tough and chewy. After just one bite, we couldn’t continue eating it. 🥲 The best part of the meal was the Japanese curry, which I would rate 9/10.
Khang Anh Do - 9 months ago

We visited this amazing restaurant in summer. The place was almost completely empty. We waited very shortly for our dumplings. Then hot food arrived. Noodles were amazing but curry ramen soup was unbeatable! Better than in japan tbh. We didn’t go in with big expectations, but left extremely pleased. The highlight was our waiter, who looked like jonny depp. He was very nice, made funny jokes and shared a little bit of his life story. Overall it was a really good experience(except for the bathroom, it wasn’t exceptionally clean)
Mariana Dobrovolska - 8 months ago

Good Japanese food in a contemporary environment! The menu should satisfy any cravings, as should the fast service. The vegetarian ramen and the Yakiniku (beef with a sweet caramelised sauce) were good, but the kimchi ramen was a bit disappointing. The service upon entering seemed a bit confused as well. We asked three different waiters for a table and all gave a vague and different response and disappeared afterwards. We got there early in the evening so the wait was okay but when we left there was a substantial line outside, so be ready for waiting. I'm not sure if the food was worth a long long wait but give it a go when the line's not too bad.
Philip Ziche - 7 months ago

Mark this place for Japanese hot food lovers after a friend insisted we go. And the reason I specify hot is as a key word as the open kitchen and yakitori style really helps you leave with a tummy full and a happy heart. I had the worst cold and their miso soup got me cured. We had the fried rice with crevettes / prawns and beef, everything was delightful, we ate it up so quickly forgot the pictures. Coming back often for its consistency.
Ruchita Sharma - 7 months ago

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Overall, this was a less than average experience. The food was good, but the service really affected our visit. The 3 stars are only for our waiter’s attitude, he was fine. Unfortunately, the welcoming team was disappointing. They saw us several times sitting at the table and acted as if we weren’t there, which made us feel ignored. With better attention and hospitality at the entrance, the experience could be much improved.
Jason Madi - 8 months ago

We ordered 3 main dishes. The order was misplaced between the waiter and the kitchen and it took too long for them to realise it and fix it. When the food was finally brought to us my fondue steak came without fondue as it wasn’t longer available, instead they offered me to bring another sauce and I accepted, but again it took too long that they brought it at the time I was already done with the meat. My mum’s pave (meat) was supposed to be well-done, we had to asked for them to cook it properly again and the sauces “on the side” for the three of us were just brought to us with the last dish. Good to say it wasn’t a busy time when all this happened, so there was no rush to justify that service. Surprisingly, they charged me the fondue instead of amending my bill to the correct food I was served.
Dr. Eddy Leandro Almira Suárez - 2 months ago

My experience at Hippopotamus Steakhouse in Paris was truly exceptional! From the very first moment, I was impressed by the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The lighting, décor, and even the people inside created a wonderful and inviting environment, perfect for enjoying a relaxed meal. The food was outstanding — incredibly tasty, perfectly cooked, and beautifully presented. Every dish we tried reflected high-quality ingredients and great attention to detail. A special mention goes to the service, which was absolutely excellent and extremely attentive. The staff were polite, friendly, and genuinely eager to help with anything we needed, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. It is clearly far superior to the corresponding location on 68 Bd du Montparnasse, both in terms of food quality and overall service and dining experience. I would definitely visit again and highly recommend it!
Νίκος Στεφανόπουλος - 8 months ago

The beef steak had far too many chewy tendons, and I expected much better quality. The kids’ menu was good and fairly diverse. On the positive side, the service was fast and efficient.
Alexandru Nicolita - 4 months ago

We accidentally discovered Hippopotamus after having several disappointing restaurant experiences in Paris, and it became our favorite meal of the trip. I ordered the Haché L'Original on two consecutive days because I simply couldn't stop thinking about it. Months later, I'm still trying to recreate it at home! The beef had an incredible, authentic flavor that reminded me of my childhood, and the combination of buttery onions, rich cheese sauce, bacon, and a perfectly cooked egg was unforgettable. Sometimes the best compliment you can give a restaurant is wanting to cook its signature dish yourself. Thank you for one of my favorite food memories from Paris!
California Sunshine - 3 months ago

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