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  • Dan R.1 review

    May 22, 2025

    10/10

    We discovered Paul's about 4 years ago and have made it a tradition to always stop in for dinner any time we're in Paris. Our last visit was no exception. The staff are always friendly and helpful and the food and wine excellent!

    Restaurant PaulOwner

    Dear Dan, What a pleasure it was to read your message — thank you so much for your kind words and for being such a loyal guest of Restaurant Paul over the years. It truly means a great deal to us that you’ve made Paul a regular part of your visits to Paris. We feel honored to be part of your tradition, and I’m thrilled to hear that your most recent experience lived up to your expectations once again. I’ll be sure to share your lovely feedback with our team — they work hard to create a welcoming atmosphere and deliver consistently great food and service, and it’s always deeply rewarding to know when that effort is felt and appreciated. On behalf of all of us at Paul, thank you for your continued support. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip to Paris — your table will always be waiting! Warmest regards, Restaurant Paul !

  • Boris M.1 review

    May 24, 2025

    10/10

    as always very tasty

    Restaurant PaulOwner

    Dear Boris, Thank you so much for your kind message. We’re delighted to hear that you found everything "very tasty" — as always! It's wonderful to know we’ve been able to consistently meet your expectations. Your support means a great deal to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another delicious visit. With warm regards, Restaurant Paul !

  • Terry W.2 reviews

    May 20, 2025

    9.5/10

    We sat in the place Dauphine outside and had a great meal under a tree. The menu is typical brasserie food but the quality surprised us! From starter to main course and dessert, the quality is really good. I would recommend this.

    Restaurant PaulOwner

    Hello, Thank you for your positive feedback regarding your experience at Paul. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our terrace under the trees and the quality of our cuisine. At Paul, we strive to offer traditional brasserie cuisine with a touch of quality and refinement. Your satisfaction is our greatest reward, and we are touched by your kind words. Thank you for sharing this experience with us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again very soon. With our deepest gratitude, The Team at Restaurant Paul

  • Sharon F.1 review

    April 13, 2025

    10/10

    Delicious food and service!

    Restaurant PaulOwner

    Dear Sharon, Thanks a lot for the review. We are glad that you enjoyed diner with us. We hope to see you soon !

  • Declan G.2 reviews

    April 12, 2025

    10/10

    Food fanominal l, service great

    Restaurant PaulOwner

    Good morning Declan, Thanks for taking the time to write this review. We are glad that you liked our food and service. We hope to see next time you are in the neighborhood ! Have a good day.

  • Anne Marie G.2 reviews

    April 10, 2025

    5.5/10

    The service was very slow. The portions are small. Expensive what you get. I feel the restaurant needs to be updated.

    Restaurant PaulOwner

    Good Morning Anne Marie, I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your input and will use it to improve our services. We strive to provide a pleasant dining experience for all our guests and regret that we fell short of your expectations this time. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Have a good day.

  • Sigitas R.1 review

    March 23, 2025

    9/10

    One waiter covering the entire restaurant was not enough. He did a great job, just too much for one person.....

  • Danny M.3 reviews

    March 3, 2025

    9.5/10

    We had a veey nice experience in a good and quiet atmosphere. Service and food were impeccable. A place recomended for a good conversation accompanied with good food.

    Restaurant PaulOwner

    Good afternoon Danny, Thank you for the review. It was a pleasure having you at the restaurant. Next time that you are in Paris, please come visit us, it will be a pleasure to serve you again. Have a good day, Restaurant Paul's Team

  • Mark L.1 review

    February 1, 2025

    10/10

    Our server, whose name was EVE, was wonderful and friendly. The steak tartare was excellent, as was the selection of wines. Great comfy-cozy small place.

    Restaurant PaulOwner

    Merci beaucoup pour votre retour !! À très bientôt au Restaurant Paul !! 😊

  • MARTIN B.1 review

    December 21, 2024

    10/10

    We've visited with 1yo daughter. She didn't stay at the table and was walking around in the restaurant, I felt so sorry. but everyone was so kind and nice to us. the dishes were delicious, that was what I've expected to eat in Paris. and from the window next to the table, we see the buildings in "Paris" outside, it was lovely and amazing. I hope we'll come back here again!

  • Judy S.1 review

    November 5, 2024

    6/10

    The waiter assumed that as an American I wanted my steak medium rare and I like it rare….he was a bit condescending

  • Bob C.1 review

    October 21, 2024

    10/10

    This is our third trip to Restaurant Paul and by far the best. Sat outside on a rainy October evening but our waiter Stephan made the experience perfect. A mix of attentiveness and discretion coupled with humor and knowledge. We may came back again this trip before going back to the States. Restaurant Paul is absolutely our favorite eating establishment in Paris. Cheers to the whole team.

  • Ahran K.1 review

    October 15, 2024

    9/10

    good staff

  • Kristen S.1 review

    September 5, 2024

    10/10

    Besides the absolutely delicious food and friendly attentive service, the restaurant was cozy with windows looking out at the path by the Seine in back and Place Dauphine in front. We just loved this place.

  • Ashley R.1 review

    August 21, 2024

    10/10

    Best food we have had in Paris, and in the top 10 best meals of our life! Lovely staff, central, quiet location. This place is a must.

  • Stevens M.2 reviews

    June 25, 2024

    7.5/10

    Atmosphere was great in Place du Duphin, 15 minutes before water offered, overall pleasant dinning experience.

  • Drew L.1 review

    June 21, 2024

    10/10

    Maison Paul is a tremendous resturant to bring guests to. The staff are the best, the food is always great. The ambiance is perfect for relaxing to enjoy a great meal and experience a special place in Paris with friends and family. Thank you to all the staff. Drew

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    Nerissa B.2 reviews

    June 12, 2024

    10/10

    This was an authentic French restaurant with escargot, burrata and duck. Everything was cooked to perfection and tasted so good. Ambience was perfect and service was kind and efficient. Memorable place

  • Pamela G.15 reviews

    May 27, 2024

    10/10

    Restaurant Paul is always a forever favorite destination that never fails to meet and exceed expectations. What a joy to begin or end our stay in Paris!

  • Susana A.1 review

    May 14, 2024

    8/10

    We really liked this little restaurant located at Place Dauphine in Paris. The place is nice if you want a calm environment to talk and eat good food. Service is friendly.

  • James D.1 review

    April 13, 2024

    3.5/10

    Very very disappointed. It took an hour and a half for the dinner to be served and the steak was almost inedible

  • Henry S.1 review

    April 3, 2024

    10/10

    I and my wife have visited Paris multiple times, and Paul's is one of our favorite places to visit. The restaurant offers excellent food, a welcoming atmosphere, and impeccable service.

  • Cheryl A.29 reviews

    April 8, 2024

    10/10

    French cuisine at its best! Lunch in a beautiful square, restaurant has lots of history. Foie gras, rabbit, and cafe gourmand were delicious. Three courses with wine for 2 people was 180 euros, Food and service were high quality, we will definitely return!

  • Julia D.2 reviews

    March 2, 2024

    7/10

    We ate here in September and were seated outside, facing Place Dauphine. It was so very special. This is a completely different experience in the winter months. Food was ok, but I think there are better options in March.

  • henry h.1 review

    November 25, 2023

    7.5/10

    Nice spot.. nice place. But pudding on a hot plate was cold in the middle and the veal which was cooked well was served in uncrispy bacon sort of makes you wonder how it was cooked. Service good.

  • Sophie A.1 review

    November 2, 2023

    8.5/10

    Lovely service, great food - a tad bit expensive for what you get - but yes! Would definitely recommend and want to return !

  • Kathy M.1 review

    October 7, 2023

    10/10

    Twenty years ago I frequented this little restaurant while working in Paris. It was wonderful then & fabulous now. Situated on Dauphine near Notre Dame provides a neighborhood local ambiance. We were entertained watching the locals play bocci. Service top notch.

  • Jane T.5 reviews

    October 4, 2023

    10/10

    Really enjoyed our evening at Paul. the location in Paris' most secret square is just wonderful. We sat on the terrace and watched several games of boules being played in the evening sunshine. Our servers were very entertaining and attentive. A warm throw was offered as the autumnal weather made it slightly too cool to be eating outside. We enjoyed absolutely perfectly cooked duck, veal and côte de boeuf. The wine list was varied and the value for money was spot on. This was our third visit to this lovely restaurant, and we will return!

  • carol j.2 reviews

    September 21, 2023

    10/10

    Our last night in Paris. This hidden gem was a lovely surprise. In spite of a ll Argentina group of 25 a rtiving the wait staff still han d led thing and we felt special. My husband loved the veal roti ND my filet de bar very good. Swill recommend.

  • Melissa B.1 review

    September 9, 2023

    10/10

    Delicious food in a beautiful square. Wonderful place to escape the heat, sitting under the trees last weekend. Varied menu, and everything we ordered was just wonderful. Hope to return next time I'm in Paris!

  • Patrick and MariePh C.

    Patrick and MariePh C.2 reviews

    August 19, 2023

    10/10

    Fantastic meal in a fantastic setting. The place was very busy but we never felt neglected. Our server Stephane was welcoming, friendly and accommodating. It was a beautiful Paris night outside and the food and wine complimented it. Highly recommend!

  • Sophie L.1 review

    August 8, 2023

    9/10

    Beautiful food and wine. Very pleasant sitting outside in the square. Would highly recommend.

  • Sarah Z.3 reviews

    July 12, 2023

    9.5/10

    We sat outside in the back, which was lovely. We had fish with fennel, and it was so good that we mopped up every last bit of the sauce with our bread. Crème brûlée was also delicious. This was my second visit, and I would go back!

  • Rachel M.1 review

    July 15, 2023

    6/10

    Sadly, tonight’s meal was memorable for all the wrong things. We had returns here five years after having had an excellent meal with my father who is sadly no longer with us. Service was supremely slow - and when we did get the main course a full hour after the appetiser, we were told the delay was due to a mistake - that’s why you have waiters - to make sure such “mistakes” don’t happen. And yes, I didn’t wait an hour before asking where the meal was. Food was average at best with the pate somewhat bland and the fries super greasy Drinks were okay. Skipped dessert - but still managed to run up a bill of €134 with just one beer and three bottled lemonades. Manager/owner should have come out and apologised - but maybe that’s not the French way. Won’t be back on our next trip to Paris.

  • Heather F.1 review

    June 29, 2023

    10/10

    Wonderful restaurant on Place Dauphine, a gem in Paris. Fantastic service and food!

  • Kory S.13 reviews

    June 10, 2023

    6.5/10

    We were at Paul 2 weeks ago and the food, service and atmosphere were brilliant. Yesterday, however, they were just off: service was distant, order taken incorrectly in several aspects, one appetiser came by itself, we had to ask for the second, then one main course came by itself and we had to wait and then the other came incorrectly. We asked to sit inside because it was starting to rain and there was a dust storm from the place - we were told that this was very difficult as they were completely full indoors and outside. They did change us, and the restaurant was only 40% full inside during our meal. Also very strangely, a family of 9 had reserved a table for a birthday - but the restaurant had put them at 2 different tables and said it was impossible to change - it would have been very easy just to turn one of the tables but the hostess made no effort to solve this problem which was the restaurants fault. Very strange evening overall.

  • Fred C.1 review

    June 4, 2023

    10/10

    Very nice and fresh food, very kind and attentive, a super address ! We will go back next time as we stay in Paris. And such a calm and cool square on the Island of La Cité.

    Restaurant PaulOwner

    Hi! Many thanks for these very positive comments on the quality of our typical French dishes and our authentic setting. On the occasion of a new arrival in Paris, do not hesitate to cross the doors of our establishment again for a new experience that is still as delightful! The direction of RESTAURANT PAUL Bonjour, Nous vous adressons tous nos remerciements pour ces commentaires très positifs sur la qualité de nos plats typiquement français et notre cadre tout en authenticité. A l'occasion d'une nouvelle venue sur Paris, n'hésitez pas à franchir à nouveau les portes de notre établissement pour une nouvelle expérience toujours aussi réjouissante ! La direction du RESTAURANT PAUL

  • Calin P.2 reviews

    May 29, 2023

    9/10

    We liked the restaurant very much. Prime rib was excellent and location close to major spots is a major plus. Beautiful square outside a restaurant added to the charm.

  • Nina H.3 reviews

    May 28, 2023

    9.5/10

    Thus is a great little restaurant with authentic French food and wines. Had snails, cote deboeuf, sea bass all excellent and the margaux 2014 superb.

  • Kory S.13 reviews

    May 27, 2023

    10/10

    Excellent service, delicious food, wonderful atmosphere. Brilliant desserts! Thank you

    Restaurant PaulOwner

    Bonjour. C'est un véritable plaisir d'observer votre entière satisfaction. Merci pour ces commentaires très positifs et n'hésitez pas à franchir à nouveau les portes de notre établissement ! La direction du Restaurant Paul

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