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La Vie d'Ange
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Ghizlane L. • 43 reviews
July 5, 2024
10/10A very good restaurant that we enjoy going to every Time! The dishes are tasty and the service is great. We highly recommend.
Taryn R. • 2 reviews
June 15, 2024
10/10The owner was so friendly and gave great wine recommendations!
Stephanie K. • 1 review
June 18, 2024
10/10A real gem! My partner and I discovered this restaurant purely by chance in 2018 during a visit to Paris. It was late, the restaurant was full, but the owners still welcomed us and set up a table. They do everything: from welcoming guests, to cooking, plating, and even offering wine pairings and recommendations. This little inconspicuous restaurant offered us an incredible meal that has become one of the core memories we often revisit in our conversations. Five years later, back in Paris, we visited La Vie d'Ange, out of pure nostalgia; this time accompanied by our newborn and two of our friends who live in Paris. The experience was just as magical. A heartwarming welcome, kind service, incredible dishes, and wine recommendations that were just as surprising as they were perfect. Don’t miss the scallops, the lamb shank, and the duck.
Ferdinando M. • 3 reviews
June 19, 2024
9.5/10Fantastic dinner! Great food, and the owner was very kind with us! Strongly recommended!
Nick L. • 4 reviews
April 2, 2024
9.5/10I ate at La Vie on a Tuesday night after work. The food was excellent and the patron Thierry was very welcoming and friendly. I had the beef cheeks cooked with Pastis that was amazing. I was also recommended 2 different glasses of French wine that I wouldn’t otherwise pick and both were very nice and complemented the food I ate. I will be going back!
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Carl H. • 1 review
February 14, 2024
10/10Our favorite place to eat in Paris the food is absolutely fabulous!
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Diane S. • 1 review
January 11, 2024
9.5/10Fantastic food, great chef and owner. It's worth the trip to the 14th!
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Brianna K. • 1 review
November 15, 2023
10/10This restaurant came recommended on a travel site and it was one of our favorite meals from the trip! The food was fantastic and the owner is such a sweetheart. If you’re going to the catacombs, this spot is a brief walk from there. Will definitely be coming back when I return to Paris!
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Sharon M. • 2 reviews
October 23, 2023
10/10This was our 4th visit to this wonderful restaurant. We come every time we are in Paris. Thierry is the perfect welcoming host and as a sommelier we rely on his expertise to choose a wine pairing from his extensive wall of wine. Aida is an extraordinary chef, and diners can watch her produce flavorful dishes without fail. Do not miss this special treat.
Lynne R. • 8 reviews
September 21, 2023
10/10Lovely little place. Welcoming and helpful to non-French speakers. The food was delicious and well-presented. The wines suggestions were great, too. I had escargot, lamb shank and apple tart, all very tasty.
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Tito B. • 1 review
September 5, 2023
10/10This restaurant is my favorite in Paris. The food is the best and the attention by the husband and wife that run the place is outstanding. Can’t wait to sour next trip to Paris to go for dinner at the La Vie d’Ange!
Kristine K. • 8 reviews
September 8, 2023
10/10Wonderful ambience and cordial host. Relaxed and happy to chat. Good wonderful. A slow easy pace.
Jon G. • 1 review
July 19, 2023
10/10Thierry and his lovely wife, Aida, are incredible hosts. Their inviting personalities and enjoyable conversation add the to the relaxed and unassuming excellence of this small French bistro. I was first turned on to the restaurant due to business travel five years ago. Since then, I have made it a point to stop in to visit with my new friends on every occasion I can. The food is absolutely wonderful. I travel globally extensively and I can honestly say I have never had even a mediocre dish. Thierry also does a wonderful job to pair every dish with a wine. All very reasonably priced. Their clientele are a mix of foreign visitors, yet at the same time, they have many neighbourhood regulars filling the seats. A must try if you are in the area. You will not be disappointed!
William S. • 1 review
July 12, 2023
10/10We think this is one of the best restaurants in Paris. Whenever we return to Paris, we will always dine there at least once, if not more.
Olivia S. • 1 review
June 21, 2023
10/10A gem of a restaurant. An absolute must stop while in Paris. Amazing all around.
George G. • 1 review
May 25, 2023
10/10I come here every time I'm in Paris. It is one of my favorite restaurants, and it never disappoints. Family run, good food, everyone is super nice.
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Alan J. • 1 review
May 22, 2023
9.5/10Great little unpretentious restaurant with friendly, helpful owner. French food with a West African influence (or the other way around). The food was delicious, the wine suggested was spot on. I've been in Paris for about nine months. This was one of my best experiences. Nothing flashy, just top quality food and wine. Really good.
Helen C. • 2 reviews
May 19, 2023
10/10Warm friendly unassuming restaurant run by a French/Senegalese couple. Very nice small menu cooked with skill and love by the wife. Good wine selection and knowledge by the husband. Very enjoyable evening. We loved the Senegalese dishes and the escargot were also delicious.
Sarah L. • 1 review
April 22, 2023
10/10Lovely small restaurant. The owners are introducing some Senegalese dishes (one of the owners is Senegalese, the other French) but promise to keep their fantastic escargot on the menu. I tried a beef stew with peanut butter and it had just a little heat, making it very interesting & flavor.
Dominique H. • 1 review
April 21, 2023
7/10A very authentic cooking with a delicious touch of senegalese ingredients makes this charming restaurant worth going to. Absolute wonderful and tender steak. Truly a find.
Ellie B. • 1 review
April 6, 2023
10/10Chefs amazing costumer amazing anything so fresh and worth the money spent I had the snails and they were cooked to perfection im a chef myself so “chefs kiss”!
Ilaria V. • 3 reviews
April 7, 2023
10/10It is a cozy and comfortable place, the food is great and so is the mood. The owner is kind and explains carefully all the plates to you. Really recommended!????
Seongcheol H. • 1 review
December 24, 2022
4/10We were on christmas eve and they were friendly but we had to wait so long time. We got starter after an hour, got main dish after an hour(Even the steak was VERY COLD), and got dessert after an hour...Some people gave up their food and went out... Even we reserved table in advance, we didn't have choice to order menu without anny notice in advance. Should have set menu...I don't.know why this restaurant has high stars..
Amelia N. • 1 review
December 24, 2022
8/10They were super friendly and kind but we had to wait an hour and a half for the main course to come. The food was really good, just a shame about the long wait.
Larry H. • 1 review
November 23, 2022
9.5/10A quaint little restaurant off the beaten path. The husband/wife team were cheery, had great humor and accommodated my wife's dietary restrictions. The food was terrific!
Alina Z. • 1 review
October 1, 2022
10/10The food was delicious, the portions were great. The owner also helped and served great wine to every plate and described the story of every wine which was interesting experience. Would definitely return for another meal!
Kammy M. • 2 reviews
June 29, 2022
10/10We went to La Vie d’Ange back in 2018 and it was as wonderful as we remembered. Ask for wine suggestions by the glass to pair with your courses, the owner is friendly and atmosphere is great not touristy at all. Will be back!
Justin c. • 1 review
May 27, 2022
10/10This is one of our favorite restaurants in Paris! My wife and I went in 2015, 2019 and again last night. Husband and wife run the entire restaurant. He recommended and excellent bottle of Rhône wine for €43. Very good French food. Lamb shank is 11/10. The scallops melt in your mouth and the beef was so tender and flavorful! The Salted caramel crème brulee was also a nice treat! Highly recommend, best value and some of the best food in France.
Paul M. • 1 review
May 27, 2022
10/10This is the place we come back to whenever we visit Paris, and we recommend it to friends. Food is fantastic, wine options are amazing, and it’s a cozy friendly spot whether there’s larger parties laughing together or filled with quiet pairs.
Richard h. • 6 reviews
May 12, 2022
9.5/10This little bistro was a very lucky find. The food extremely good and prepared by the owner and his wife. The lamb was braised for 7 hrs and was delicious - the garlic and rosemary really came through. My husband's tuna steak was equally good and came on a bed of vegetables that were great. Can't forget our starter- cream based seafood soup that was unique very tasty. We really enjoyed the evening!!
- - • 2 reviews
March 5, 2020
10/10Loved the place , style , people, food , wine and service ! Definitely recommending . Escargots , scallops and chestnut creamy soup were all awesome. A veggie option for main dish was proposed when asked and delicious , servings were generous for a good French restaurant ! Wines were outstanding. And the couple running the place are really making it a delightful experience . Wine rack on a whole wall is spectacular .... have a fun time
Candice S. • 107 reviews
March 3, 2020
9.5/10A small, informal bistro serving excellent food based on the daily market with flavorful sauces. The owner gives a very warm welcome and recommends good wine matches. However, it is a bit expensive and would benefit from a reduced price lunch menu or plat du jour.
Javier B. • 4 reviews
February 12, 2020
10/10Vero very very good atention
- - • 2 reviews
February 1, 2020
9/10good Food and good Service. It is a small restaurant so is congested and not very comfortable seating with vry basic table and chairs.
James M. • 61 reviews
February 4, 2020
10/10Perfect French cuisine with top notch wine list
Kim J. • 5 reviews
January 29, 2020
9.5/10We have eaten here twice. Food is fantastic. We had eight people and shared bites. There was nothing disappointing. (Lamb was my favorite!) Owner is charming with a delightful sense of humor and a strong knowledge of wine. Definitely a winner!
Diane M. • 1 review
January 25, 2020
9.5/10The owner was very friendly and recommended great wine with my dinner.
Julie M. • 4 reviews
December 31, 2019
10/10We booked our dinner for New Years Eve at La Vie d’Ange. It was 4 miles from our hotel to the restaurant which didn’t seem like a long distance when I made the reservation. Due to the transportation strike and the holiday traffic it took us over an hour to get to the restaurant. The taxi ride was a little stressful but once we arrived we were warmly welcomed by Thierry and our wonderful evening began. The food was delicious and Thierry suggested a perfect wine to go with our meal. The restaurant is small and feels very cozy. I will definitely be back when I am in Paris next to try more of the fabulous dishes on the menu.
German L. • 3 reviews
December 30, 2019
5.5/10Small place with welcoming and warm service. Unfortunately food is not up to par. Dry fish and overcooked and chewy steak were both quite disappointing.
Kim J. • 5 reviews
November 18, 2019
10/10While La Vie d’Ange is a little pricey for a casual meal, we all agreed it was a reasonable exchange. The host was warm and inviting and not pushy at all. He was helpful with a wine selection after we had chosen our food. The food itself was delicious! I had the lamb braised for 7 hours, and it was flavorful and tender...just the right mix of spices in my opinion.
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