Le Refuge du Passé
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What diners said about this restaurant:
Kara R. • 1 review
May 4, 2024
10/10Just wonderful from the moment we arrived to the very last bite of dessert. Small, charming and delicious. Do not miss out!
Katerina M. • 3 reviews
December 23, 2023
10/10Great service, wonderful food and lovely time spent with friends while in Paris! The ambience was very warm and cosy and we felt like home after a long day traveling and walking around Paris! I would definitely go back, when in town!
Rory C. • 1 review
October 28, 2023
10/10Lovely little place, great service.
Adriana B. • 3 reviews
October 5, 2023
10/10It was our second time in this restaurant! We absolutely adored it! Food was delicious and the service amazing!
Dan D. • 2 reviews
August 12, 2023
10/10Our last night in Paris and we were looking for some authentic French cooking away from the usual tourist haunts, but still walkable from our base. Le Refuge du Passé fit the bill perfectly. The interior was cozy and inviting, the staff was friendly and helpful and the food was delicious: especially the camembert rôti and the chou farci.
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Federico C. • 92 reviews
February 19, 2023
10/10A special thanks to the waiter, that was really kind with us, trying also to speak in italian. Very appreciated! Excellent food
Jessica W. • 1 review
January 6, 2023
10/10We absolutely loved this restaurant. We were tired from. Driving across France and came to done at this little secret hideaway with just the most delicious food. The starter was not only unusual but excellent. The main course equally so, we left feeling pleased that we had found such a gem. Go there and enjoy every minute with a delight of tatebuds and excellent quality of food and service. Thank you for a great experience.
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William C. • 3 reviews
January 1, 2023
10/10Fabulous local restaurant and the best meal we had in Paris. Went New Year’s Day and a very charming place with such a friendly waiter who explained everything. Camembert appetizer tremendous as was cassoulet, stuffed cabbage and tartileffe. Very much worth seeking out!
Andreia M. • 8 reviews
August 20, 2022
9.5/10Small restaurant within local area, lgbt friendly staff, adorable decor and great food! Tres bone ❤️ Try the egg and the stuffed cabbage. Delicious
Michele O. • 17 reviews
April 17, 2022
10/10Food was divine. Surroundings were quintessentially french. Best service, ever! Definitely highly recommend.
Charles Keith G. • 4 reviews
March 13, 2022
10/10Charming decor, attentive, friendly host and great “chicken soup for the soul” food.
Paul E. • 37 reviews
February 17, 2022
10/10This place is really unique. The French vintage decoration is fantastic. The cuisine is really traditional and very tasty. Don’t miss it if you can.
Tyson B. • 4 reviews
January 15, 2022
10/10I had the stuffed cabbage and it was wonderful! A classic dish, done incredibly well. We shall be returning to try the other dishes on the menu. Many thanks to the team.
Mary H. • 3 reviews
October 8, 2021
10/10We loved our dinner, and service was wonderful! Thank you for a wonderful evening.
Adriana B. • 3 reviews
September 29, 2021
10/10Enjoyed the evening a lot, had an amazing dinner and Nicholas was very attentive and helpful ! Very very tasty food and amazing service♥️
Le Refuge du Passé • Owner
Thank you so much !! Nicholas
cathy l. • 20 reviews
August 13, 2021
10/10Wonderful
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November 22, 2019
10/10Very charming restaurant with excellent food and service. Traditional French country cuisine - especially enjoyed the cassoulet.
Ching D. • 24 reviews
September 28, 2019
10/10Delicious traditional French food! Both the atmosphere and service were great.
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September 15, 2019
8.5/10If you want to experience real French food this is the place to go. Baked Camembert was incredible. Mains of Duck cassoulet and Ham knuckle and dessert of Chocolate pudding with Pistachio ice cream
Steve B • 37 reviews
June 14, 2019
10/10This lovely out of the way restaurant was just right for a great lunch. Service is awesome - very personal!
Margherita G. • 14 reviews
May 4, 2019
10/10Wonderful food and wonderful environment, very nice owners
Julian M. • 9 reviews
February 22, 2019
10/10Indeed a refuge, excellent service, a well prepared cassoulet and their signature ouef d'Puy Mary.
- - • 1 review
January 23, 2019
9.5/10Very nice restaurant. Service was outstanding although it was not busy this evening. Our waiter explained the dishes and it did not disappoint.
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December 28, 2018
10/10Very special place, amazing service and super tasty food. Loved it! Definitely would come back!
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November 21, 2018
10/10The friendly & attentive staff, the tasty & plentiful food, as well as the inviting atmosphere are terrific. If you enjoy home-style fare and want a relaxing evening meal, don’t hesitate.
Valeria P. • 13 reviews
October 10, 2018
6/10The service was very kind, the place is nice and cosy. However the food is very disappointing, for the taste, quality and visual composition. After all, this is a restaurant, and if the food is nothing special, a good service is unfortunately not enough to go back. Pity.
Le Refuge du Passé • Owner
Dear, Thank you for your feedback, though i find just right opposite to the remarks i got that night. Please don't answer yes when you are asked whether the meal is up to your taste when it's not. That is pity. Nicolas
Robi M. • 119 reviews
September 2, 2018
10/10Very Nice dinner and super service. Mike was great! Nice, quick and efficient. Had a lovely evening! Thanks
Pratik N • 16 reviews
August 10, 2018
10/10Awesome customer service! and the food were mouth-watering. A bit off the path if you are staying in the main part of the city but definitely worth a meal if you are in the area. Thanks to a lovely gentleman Nicolas for the awesome service i have ever experienced in Paris, he also speak perfect English which is good for the english speaker like me. Hidden gems and definitely i will be back soon.
- - • 10 reviews
August 9, 2018
10/10Fantastic experience for our spontaneously planned lunch. Cassoulet was out of this world and fried camembert with herbs melting in the mouth. Will surely be back!
Lisa B. • 2 reviews
August 9, 2018
10/10Great food, lovely atmosphere and the owner Nicholas is simply amazing. Prices are not very cheap, but the experience justifies the price which after all is average for Paris. , big portions and very good choice of dishes, I would have liked to try the whole menu.
Nijole L. • 14 reviews
July 27, 2018
10/10Very friendly and quiet hideaway! Perfect for lunch with friends you want to catch up with. Country atmosphere and great Cassoulet! The foies gras entree on mango tart was sublime!
Le Refuge du Passé • Owner
Dear Nijole, I'd like to thank you very much for your feedback, it was a pleasure to serve you! See you next time and enjoy the summer! Nickolas
Yoram M. • 3 reviews
June 30, 2018
9/10Nice place good service and tasty food
Pietro P. • 14 reviews
March 8, 2018
10/10One of the best place where I've ever been!! It has a perfect combination: fantastic, tasty food and a kind, available waiter! Really a good dinner! P.s try the apple cake, it's the best one in the world!
Dany A. • 90 reviews
March 4, 2018
9.5/10Really better then we expected The setting is very nice The food is fresh and excellent. I had the best cassoulet ever Wine list very good Highly recommended
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August 11, 2017
10/10Fabulous food and service. Great ambience but a bit quieter then I thought it'd be....could be that it's off the beaten path!
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April 13, 2017
10/10Fantastic!! Ham knuckle was incredible and the molten chocolate and toblerone ice cream is the best thing I've ever eaten
- - • 5 reviews
March 23, 2017
10/10Service was great and so was the food! I know a little French but the waiter made me comfortable by speaking English immediately.
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