Paris restaurants located within a 5 minute walk of Varenne Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

I was so excited to book a dinner here while on vacation after seeing the menu was almost all vegetarian. Close to our visit date, I began seeing very polarizing reviews which almost made me change my mind and cancel. While I'm glad I didn't, if you're reading this and feeling the same way, just cancel now. The service and atmosphere was outstanding and what I had expected. We both did the 12 course tasting menu which ended with a fish dish. We really ended up having 14 courses in total, 3 of which were delicious and I'll think about for a while. The rest, while absolutely interesting, were a lackluster or just completely missed the mark for us. Besides the 3 aforementioned dishes, I couldn't finish any of the plates. Some of the dishes sage flavors or excess of leeks were too strong to stomach and the salad portions were so large my jaw got tired. I recognize that, that may be personal to me but to give an unbiased review from my own palate, I found the dishes to be repetitive. While all interesting, it was 14 plates of mainly leeks, radishes, carrots, and asparagus just prepared in 14 different ways. I wish there was more variety. The dishes that stood out were the "hummus" and the other purèe dishes and the rhubarb dessert (that we weren't actually supposed to get). The most painful were the créme brûlèe and the beet tartare. I see how some people can really enjoy their experience here and I can say that I tasted vegetables in a new way, I cannot in good faith recommend a visit when there are SO many other lovely, delicious restaurants in Paris.
Raelynn Moskal - a month ago

As expected we were delighted by vegetables of the highest quality cooked by the hands of one who has mastered his compositions. The meat dishes, especially the lamb were dreamy as well. I still have the perfume of that lamb fat in my mind. The room upstairs at Arpege is among some of the most beautiful spaces we have dined in. It’s intimate, comfortable, elegant and charming. So are the staff who make you feel quite settled in for an exceptional meal.
Nikhil Acharya - a month ago

Literally every part of the experience was amazing. The beetroot tartare was legendary. The wine was amazing. The service exceptionnelle. I highly recommend and will be back to try dinner. Also got to meet Alain Passard and he could not have been more lovely 😊
Brianne King - a month ago

I had the best dinner date with my wife on our honeymoon here. The menu is awe inspiring. As vegetarians from India, I found the meal to be a delight to my senses. It would be so difficult to choose my favourite course among them all. Victor was an amazing host and we are so so grateful to the chef for giving us a memory of a lifetime.
Akashrai Kamat - 2 months ago

3 Michelin star restaurant that focuses on vegetables. Had to try this one. Well recently they did add lamb and fish on to the menu. The star of the show was the veg. They grow them in their own garden! If you're a big meat eater that's probably is not your place given the cost, but if you want to try something new this is a great experience. Everything was so damn good. And the staff was very accommodating. We went to the kitchen and met the chef after the meal and he was gracious and signed a cookbook for us!
Ryan Rowland - 3 weeks ago

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Quiet restaurant. Well cooked food, almost to perfection, but unfortunately the flavour combinations didn't blend at times. We had the Langoustine Ravioles, perfectly cooked, the flavour profile of Parmesan, orange and avocado didn't work for me. The lobster couldn't have been better cokked or served, but the accompanying puree was a bit salty. Worth a visit.
foreign bear - 6 months ago

My wife wanted to go to this place after reading about it and it being a Michelin 1 star. The staff is super friendly and nice. 5 stars for the staff for being so attentive and making you feel comfortable. The atmosphere is great too, what you would expect from a high end restaurant. We ordered the course meal for 98 euro a person, which was recommended by the staff. It came with scallops, quail and dessert. First they brought us some appetizers which were amazingly good, especially the fish one. Then they brought a mushroom with escargot soup. That's probably the best soup I have ever had. At this point I had pretty high expectations for the other courses, but unfortunately it did not meet the expectations. The scallops were good, but nothing out of this world. The same for tht quail. It was very disappointing, especially after that amazing mushroom soup. In my opinion it is not worth the price.
Juan Acevedo - a year ago

A fine, affordable Michelin one-star restaurant. I made my reservation for the same day; I can't say why it's not packed. I had the prix fixe 5 course menu for 96 euros: frog leg soup (my first time having frog; tastes like chicken!), clam/calamari paella, monkfish, quail, then berry pavlova. The only course that could have been a little better was the monkfish. The fish was a touch overcooked, and the carrot sauces were bland. Otherwise a full-on recommendation
Mark E - 10 months ago

We wanted to try a Michelin restaurant during our visit to Paris and Auguste provided us with one of the most memorable highlights of our trip. The lunch menu, for a Michelin starred restaurant, was an incredible value proposition (less than 50 euros per pax at the time of writing) and we even paid a little more to try their reccomended red mullet dish. The flavors and attention to detail shine through each of the three courses we had for lunch. Special mention to the sorbet, probably the best we have ever tried anywhere. We would also like to commend the waiters for their excellent service and explanations on the dishes we tried.
W YL - 6 months ago

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Incredible crepes and the owner is precious! I look forward to coming here every time I am in Paris. A very welcoming place for both locals and tourists. Don’t forget to get the chef’s special for dessert.
Maxine Turner - 2 months ago

Craving a crepe? Nothing better than an intimate, yet warm restaurant near the Rodin and Napoleon Tomb. They speak English and take Amex which was a nice bonus.
Kendrick Go - 3 months ago

We popped in around 9pm on a Wednesday and it was just us and the owner. He speaks excellent English, was very friendly, and the food was exquisite. I had the Duchess crepe and my wife had the Breton, both were served steaming hot with a scoop of delicious vanilla ice cream melting in the middle. These are next level crepes, not like what you get from street vendors, far superior. I also had the Cafe Liégeois, so very good. I would bet everything on the menu is delicious.
Mark Rodgers - 3 years ago

We were walking from Louvre to the Eiffel Tower, and happened to be in this street around lunch time, so we went in this small restaurant in the heart of Paris. The owner of this place is such a friendly and energetic person, fluent in several languages and extremely endearing. The food is beyond description, you should just go there and try it! I recommend you to get cider, a galette (salty pancake) with small green salad and a crêpe (sweet pancake) as a desert. If you are coming with friends, get at least a bottle of cider and one small green salad is fine to be shared.
Dima Pulkinen - 2 years ago

Stumbled upon this place before going to the Rodin Museum. 2 crepes, small salad, and 1/2 bottle of wine for 34 Euros. The buckwheat crepes were outstanding. The wine was good excellent although everyone else was having the cider. Would definitely recommend.
Don Burns - 5 years ago

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Beautiful restaurant! Delicious carbonara and wonderful staff. Merci Sophie!!
Brigitte Bailey - 6 years ago

Really friendly and polite staff. The lady spoke quite flawless English, which helped a lot. Delicious food. Antipasti recommended! Prices are okay considering the neighbourhood.
Meike Z - 5 years ago

Charming neighbourhood Italian with a simple menu of very well-executed dishes. Rather modestly priced considering the upmarket area. UPDATE Aug 2021 - Sadly, Tavolino closed its doors during the crisis. However, it now seems to be on the point of re-opening under the name "Stelle", with different ownership.
Anthony Gary Brown - 3 years ago

Very nice choice of wine, aperitif , and also English understood! Home like atmosphere with entrees truly Italian on menu! Very personal service like being in their home for dinner!!!
richard seaton - 6 years ago

We had such a delicious lunch at Tavolino, where son cooked an Mom served. All homemade with the italian touch. Certainly a best kept secret for those who appreciate fine food.
Christine Kruyt-Meijer Swantee - 6 years ago

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Great neighborhood bar-restaurant. Always busy and lively. Has an outdoor terrace beginning in the Spring. Extremely popular.
Philip (Iberian Traveler) - a month ago

Great local spot for a tactical pint before or after class, or a quick coffee if you don’t have a drinking problem like me. Outdoor seating in summer is nice too, across the road and the staff are always sure to keep your glass full.
Oisin - 3 months ago

Extremely welcoming and accommodating staff. Really helped us figure out gf options for my son and husband. Food was gorgeous. Highly recommend a visit!
E C - a month ago

Very lovely and menu with a ton of variety.
Alex Hess - a month ago

Nice French bistro. Cozy indoor venue. Staff were friendly and efficient. Good wine by the glass. Tasty green beans with Parmesan and steak with salad and fries. The molten chocolate cake was good. Prices were good for the portions.
Monica Rivera - 3 years ago

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One of the Best beef dishes I have ever tasted.. The Arabica coffee desert is Amazing. Very welcoming and super friendly staff. Will come again for sure 👌🏻
Fatemah Aj - 5 months ago

Needless to say, we’re really disappointed with all the dishes served. Nothing unique, nothing great and special about it. Very unexpected since we saw good ratings on this restaurant. Ambience: 9/10 Service: 9/10 Food: 3.5/10 Wine: 9/10 We took the dégustation menu for dinner at 59€ per person, where the chef actually decides what to serve for the entire meal for all guests. (Which was a mistake to be frankly honest) — 2 petite versions of entrées, plats, and desserts at 59€ per person ~ not including the wine and drinks The 2 entrées were sadly either under seasoned or blandly cold: mushroom velouté - tastes like a normal mushroom soup, lacks salt and taste. Veau with pecorino - not really a pleasing dish, feels like i ate airplane food Plats: Fish with black rice risotto and black garlic- this is the most decent dish we had that night. Pretty good, but not wow. Volaille with mais purée and popcorn- this was a let-down. Most of our chicken was so dry, and the purée was just ok. Sauce has lack of flavor. Dessert: Chocolate fondant with hazelnut ice cream- best thing about this dish: the ice cream Île flottante - we’ve had better. Again nothing special. The only reason why i put 2 stars is for the service. Pleasant servers and always smiling. But overall, it did not compensate our taste, experience and expectations on this restaurant, especially for the price. It was our first and sadly it will also be our last visit here.
Regina Uy - 2 years ago

Quite disappointed by this restaurant. I think I got unlucky with a new staff who tried his best. The food is basic but well presented. Scallops had shell or sand in it. Fish was tough and dry. The atmosphere is laid back and elegant. Mixed feelings
Nicolas Dahan - 2 months ago

Atmosphere and decor is fantastic. Great service. Food wise, overall very tasty, lobster bisque was a little salty but the chicken and desert was on point.
nicholas cheong - 4 months ago

Came to Le 122 as a recommendation from de sales rep where I was shopping earlier on the day. We decided to Oder th 5 course testing menu and it didn’t disappoint. Food was fenomenal, simple ingredients with lots of flavors. Thinking to go back before I fly back home.
Jeanette Rivera Boria - 2 months ago

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Pierre SEDILLOT - 4 years ago

Exceptional! An administrative restaurant that offers excellent cuisine worthy of a fine Parisian restaurant! It's varied and tasty in a pleasant setting with quality service. This is the ultimate administrative restaurant!
jerome H - 6 years ago

Well, it’s an administrative restaurant!!
stephane Michaux - 2 weeks ago

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Great asian food and friendly services; feeling at home throughout
Vincent LAI - a month ago

Really good food and service was very fast. A recommended spot for a quick lunch!
César Huret - 4 years ago

Spicy Noodles soup tasted good.
Macky Mann - a year ago

I really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere is nice. They do a couple cooked sushi’s that I’ve hadn’t had before and it was pretty good. Also recommend the chefs sushi.
Stf N - 7 years ago

A small Japanese on a very smart street. Always busy and popular with local workers and residents. Nicely prepared food, quick and friendly service, fair prices.
Anthony Gary Brown - 6 years ago

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The young woman who served us was friendly and welcoming, and thankfully spoke English. There was a little bit of a delay on the food arriving but it was very tasty and would absolutely recommend it. The meal also came with a soup/broth, not included in the picture.
Daniel - a month ago

As I strolled past the newly unveiled restaurant situated just across from my hotel, curiosity pulled me inside. To my delight, I was welcomed by the owner who happened to be a single woman, an empowered woman! 🙌🏼 Everything on the menu looked yummy, but I opted for the stewed beef with white rice, my order arrived quickly, revealing a culinary masterpiece. The meat, exquisitely tender and flavorful, paired harmoniously with the fresh and delectable bed of rice. It was a delightful experience, marked not only by the scrumptious flavors but also by the empowering presence of a friendly staff. I urge you to give this place a try and support a small business.
Im M - a year ago

The food was excellent, and it was a blessing to find a place with gluten-free options!
Benedetta Morrocchesi - 2 weeks ago

Really good food and a really good service with good prices in the center of Paris.
nuria herrero ortega - a month ago

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Authentique, an Algerian Kabyle restaurant, and it was an amazing experience. The food was not just delicious but also felt deeply authentic. Knowing that the cooks behind these fantastic dishes were two sisters who clearly love what they do added an extra layer of warmth to the whole experience. It felt like more than just a meal; it was like being welcomed into a family's kitchen. I highly recommend the Authentique to anyone looking for a taste of Algerian cuisine
Aki Raa - a year ago

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This was some of the best pasta we’ve ever had, and our best meal in Paris. Our server/hostess was also lovely and so kind. She helped us with the menu (as we don’t speak any French) and had great recommendations. This place is popular and can fill up quickly, so we’d suggest making reservations or coming later in the evening. Would definitely return on future visits to Paris.
Drew Tobias - 3 months ago

Pasta is ok to good - missing a bit of sauce… Red wine was quite hot and meat was overcooked - slow service with dirty tables around despite the restaurant being quite empty - given the reviews and pictures we probably just got a bad day…
Daniel Hermann - 2 months ago

The food is good but not memorable. Overpriced.
Sophia Sandberg - 4 months ago

We had a nice late lunch at Stelle. The spaghetti al limone was superb!!
Katherine K - 7 months ago

Excellent food and service. Highly recommend for a quiet little spot with great portions and prices! I had the special (tagliatelle & salmon) which was perfectly cooked fish and excellent fresh pasta. My wife had the tagliatelle al tartufo, also fantastic!
Tarik K - 2 years ago

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