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Reviews - Chez Paolo

21 Rue Pierre Fontaine, 75009, Paris
ItalianAverage price €20
8.5
(442 reviews)
Chez Paolo, Paris
Chez Paolo, Paris
Chez Paolo, Paris
Chez Paolo, Paris
Chez Paolo, Paris
Chez Paolo, Paris
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8.5
of 10

Fabulous
442 reviews
Ambience
8.7
Food
8.3
Service
8.9
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  • Rebecca B.8 reviews

    December 20, 2024

    10/10

    The food was delicious and the service was great! Lovely little authentic italian restaurant. Will definitely visit again!

  • Shehrbano I.1 review

    December 7, 2024

    4.5/10

    The owner added extra items and started screaming at us when we corrected him. All of us ordered a main course but he kept screaming at us that our bill was not enough. He started pushing us physically and assaulting us. He was also extremely rascist. Do not go to this place if you’re not white!!

  • Pieter M.1 review

    October 12, 2024

    10/10

    Cher Paolo is a small real Italian restaurant. Great food, great Paolo who server nice drinks. Definitely a yes!

  • Jack B.1 review

    August 20, 2024

    10/10

    Very good, very fast service !!

  • Kaci L.

    Kaci L.2 reviews

    August 3, 2024

    10/10

    This place was wonderful. Great ambience. Very welcoming. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a lovely dinner with a friendly host.

  • David M.1 review

    May 23, 2024

    5.5/10

    It was ok but not special. The food came out quickly which was a plus.

  • Katja L.1 review

    May 20, 2024

    10/10

    Very friendly polite Italian chef. Warm welcome. Good Italian food.

  • Graham C.3 reviews

    May 20, 2024

    8.5/10

    Nice

  • Greg S.1 review

    May 1, 2024

    10/10

    A great find. Small and cosy. The owner (Paolo) was delightful. Highly recommended!

  • Mark H.1 review

    April 26, 2024

    10/10

    Definitely one of the best Italian restaurants in st. George area. Nice small coazy real Italian atmosphere. Thanks to the special warm and very welcoming personal with beloved passion ❤️

  • Miles C.1 review

    March 26, 2024

    10/10
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    If you’re going to be in Paris, GO HERE AND DON’T THINK TWICE!! The best meal we have ever had, the best service, lovely vibe and felt like eating at your family’s house with large portions and the most authentic Italian we have had. The owner will great you with shots to start the evening and recommendations. We didn’t want to leave dinner we were having so much fun

  • Michael S.1 review

    February 22, 2024

    10/10

    Excellent and welcoming host Paolo. Wonderful private table in cellar for our large group. Delicious food and very accommodating. Paolo is a gentleman whose passion is clear. Excellent food, excellent service , excellent wine and very generous with the grapa.

  • Emily M.1 review

    February 10, 2024

    2/10

    We booked a table and walked into the restaurant but were not addressed by the owner (Paolo it seems) at all. We waited patiently for some time and approached the owner but appeared confused that we had made the reservation. He made no effort to seat us so we left. Quite apparent he was focused on one particular table of guests,

  • leo c.1 review

    December 29, 2023

    10/10

    We loved the Owner Paolo. He brightens up your evening, with his Humor and his big Heart for his Restaurant and Food. The Burata is 10/10 and even tho the Pizza does Not Look so special the Taste is!!! 9/10 We will be there again for sure.

  • Marianne R.2 reviews

    December 28, 2023

    8/10

    Good food, friendly service. The place is small, tables are closely set together, lights are very bright therefore not a very cozy feeling

  • Jeremy J.1 review

    December 16, 2023

    10/10

    Great little authentic Italian. Very welcoming host , traditional dishes and with no pretentious service. Value for money.

  • Sebastian S.1 review

    November 23, 2023

    10/10

    Please please please visit this restaurant, amazing food, amazing environment, amazing service!!! The best Italian food ever. Get the truffle ravioli and the carbonara

  • Pablo L.1 review

    November 7, 2023

    10/10

    The quality comes from pasión and a present owner and chef. Very good pasta good service. Friendly atmosphere

  • Katrina G.1 review

    September 27, 2023

    10/10

    My husband and I stumbled upon this cute and cozy Italian restaurant and enjoyed delicious food and amazing service!! Chef Paolo seemed to take a lot of pride in his food, so you know it’s GOOD!! I recommend 10/10

  • D. James G.5 reviews

    September 23, 2023

    10/10

    What a wonderful evening made so with a gracious host, great service and delicious food.

  • Neil D.1 review

    August 29, 2023

    10/10

    Lovely neighborhood find! We passed by a previous night and I felt drawn to the place — the food looked so good, and there was a real charm to the place, so we booked a reservation (not really needed for a Tuesday night, but we wanted to be sure we would be seated) the following day. The owner greeted us with great warmth, and immediately presented us with complimentary shots of grappa. The food was delicious, service friendly, atmosphere relaxed. I would like to return and try everything in the menu, all was delicious!

  • Samantha H.1 review

    March 16, 2023

    9/10

    The owner waited on us, and seems to wait on Most of the customers! He was delightful and the food was delicious! Very much recommend! We made reservations, but arrived a bit early and they made room for us! Would absolutely return!

  • Rukia H.1 review

    January 19, 2023

    4.5/10

    Poor quality of food, questionable hosting.

  • zoe s.1 review

    December 6, 2022

    10/10

    Such a welcoming place, the food is amazing, so full of flavour. The staff are lovely as well. If we were in Paris longer, would go back. If you stay in the Pigalle area, please visit you will not be disappointed.

  • Pete T.1 review

    October 27, 2022

    2/10

    Awful experience. Really annoying owner and very mediocre food. Only one option for wine - white, rose or red. One of the worst Italian restaurants I’ve ever eaten at.

  • Brian C.1 review

    July 8, 2022

    10/10

    Very welcoming, casual restaurant away from the busy traffic with great food, drink, and service. We had 4 adults and 2 young children - every had enjoyed the evening together. One of our best dining experiences in Paris.

  • Evita Ē.3 reviews

    May 30, 2022

    10/10

    Paolo was fantastic. Grazie!!! ????

  • Małgorzata P.1 review

    April 15, 2022

    10/10

    On our first day in Paris we chose to have a dinner at Chez Paolo and it was absolutely amazing! Service was fantastic and food and drinks really good. We definitely recommend this place and we will be back soon

  • Erin J.

    Erin J.2 reviews

    March 19, 2022

    10/10

    Amazing and authentic Italian restaurant. The owner and rest of the staff were very personable, accommodating and enthusiastic! Amazing food and amazing service. A hidden gem in one of the best areas in Paris.

  • Linda S.3 reviews

    November 19, 2021

    9.5/10

    This is a very tiny but warm and welcoming Italian restaurant with what might be considered a very basic menu however it is well presented and very flavorful. The owner is charming and efficient I just found the chairs and tables a little weak. They were outdoor chairs and tables and not very comfortable nor seemingly very strong. Otherwise I will definitely go again.

  • Susan J.1 review

    October 19, 2021

    10/10

    Very good real Italian food and very friendly service. Small restaurant in great location!

  • Pierre B.1 review

    October 23, 2021

    10/10

    Paolo est super . Dîner très sympa . We all enjoyed the meal and Paolo ensured our glasses were always full . The shots were appreciated . Great food and nice atmosphere

  • Allyson M.1 review

    November 9, 2019

    10/10

    A very friendly busy little restaurant, with a great atmosphere and very tasty food. My faggatini with goats cheese and spinach was delicious.

  • Martin H.12 reviews

    September 16, 2019

    9/10

    Fantastic place - genuine, good food, and a host that really, really made everyone feel welcome.

  • Wim D.6 reviews

    July 6, 2019

    10/10

    This is without any doubt one of the better Italian restaurants I have visited in a very long time. If you are into pizza and other fast food I suggest you find another address. However if authentic yet simple delicious Italian dishes served with a warm and honest Italian hospitality are high on your wish list you have just found the perfect spot.

  • - -.1 review

    February 28, 2019

    9/10

    Descent lights dinner in Paris Service was fast and very friendly Good house wine .

  • Janik K.1 review

    December 31, 2017

    7/10

    The atmosphere was quite good. Small and cozy. The food was very delicious! (Main course and desert( The service was okay. First they didn't gave us the menu card. After ten minutes of waiting we asked for it. the guy who owned the little restaurant was really friendly and he really loved his work. You could really feel this. The girl (maybe his daughter) couldn't speak english which was very sad but okay. The price ist quite cheap for parisian restaurants. Not that much cheap, but more cheap than the restaurants in the center of Paris.

  • - -.10 reviews

    September 28, 2017

    8/10

    The service was really great, so were the prices. Tiny and cozy, and the bathroom was clean, which is important to me. The food was home made but heated up, which I have realized is the norm in more restaurants than I thought! We were six people and did not get our food at the same time which really is not good... but other than that, the food tastes home made and the staff was very customer friendly and nice! It is also easy to find the restaurant.

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