Substance
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joohee w. • 1 review
October 8, 2024
8/10The appetizer was excellent and the main course was delicious. However, when they gave me the wine pairing, I felt a little different from the top table, such as giving red wine for the fish dish. I even saw white wine being served at other tables. It felt bad because it seemed like different wines were served with the same dishes at different tables. I didn't expect to drink Australian wine in France.
Substance • Owner
Dear Mr. Won, Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for any confusion regarding the wine pairing. We take your comments seriously and will review our practices to ensure consistency in our service. We hope to see you again and better meet your expectations, Best regards, Substance team
Marjorie M. • 1 review
October 1, 2024
10/10The service was incredible.
Linda B. • 1 review
September 23, 2024
9.5/10The menu was fabulous. We were fortunate enough to try other restaurants like this one prior to eating here. I realize the service was good but not great. In comparison with the other restaurants, we’ve tried, this one could have done better with the service. The food also was very good. However, not spectacular. I would suggest other restaurants around the area before this one.
Substance • Owner
Dear Mrs. Boddie, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are glad to hear that you found our menu fabulous and our food very good. However, we regret that our service did not meet the high standards we strive to uphold, especially in comparison with your other dining experiences. We appreciate your honest feedback as it helps us to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to exceed your expectations in the future. Best regards, Substance team
Yvon M. • 1 review
September 13, 2024
9.5/10Our dining experience was truly exceptional, with each dish offering a unique and delightful culinary journey. The attention to detail in every plate was remarkable. However, we found the sommelier experience could have been improved. When we expressed that we were seeking guidance, we felt the interaction was a bit rushed, and we didn’t receive the level of support we were hoping for as we’re not very experienced with wine selections. A more patient approach would have elevated the overall experience even further.
Substance • Owner
Hello Mr Milano, Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the culinary journey and the attention to detail in our dishes. We appreciate your comments about the sommelier experience and will work on providing a more patient and supportive approach for our guests. Your insights are invaluable, and we hope to welcome you back for an even better experience! Sincerely, the Substance team.
Stanley H. • 2 reviews
September 10, 2024
10/10+5This is a small bits restaurant. Each plate was very aesthetically pleasing. The food was also very tasty. One plate was gnocchi witch was cooked perfectly and had four sauces on top. PERFECTION. Another plate of Haddock has red grapes and horseradish, the sweet and sour just worked! Not every plate was perfect but they were all fun. This restaurant is not for everyone, but if you are a foodie pays your money and take your chances!
Substance • Owner
Hello Mr. Herzstein, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience at our restaurant. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and motivate us to continue providing excellent service. If you have any further suggestions or if there’s anything specific we can do to make your next visit even better, please let us know. Sincerely, The Substance Team
Eric M. • 2 reviews
August 2, 2024
9.5/10This is an ambitious resto - with a hip younger clientele and a semi-open kitchen. Quite busy and interesting and challenging taste combinations. They have one michelin star already and you get the feeling that they'd like to add another one!
Jason F. • 2 reviews
July 29, 2024
9.5/10The food
Michael K. • 1 review
June 10, 2024
10/10Fantastic, well thought out menu with carefully chosen wines. Everything worked out perfectly and the menu is so thoughtful and executed to perfection
Douglas S. • 1 review
May 17, 2024
9.5/10Fabulous food and engaging young staff. A memorable experience.
Guilherme l. • 16 reviews
March 5, 2024
10/10Excellent food, attentive staff, innovative cuisine and civilized noise level. We tried the lunch menu, great combinations of textures and tastes. The only criticism: wines by the glass are slightly overpriced, but overall a great experience
Scott W. • 1 review
February 23, 2024
10/10Wonderful find in Paris. Everything was just perfect! one of the best meals we have ever had. BRAVO!
José Luiz P. • 2 reviews
February 13, 2024
8.5/10The chef presents cuisine with personality and sophistication. I would like the sauce to not be too intense in some dishes so as not to hide the delicacy of the ingredients. You can watch the intense movement in the kitchen through a window.
Rachel R. • 1 review
December 30, 2023
9.5/10Delicious meal - chose the 8 course menu at lunch and was not disappointed! The star of the meal was the oyster dish. Perfectly balanced, fresh, and I have not stopped thinking about it. I came to Paris for a day from the US and wanted to have a couple of exciting, tasty meal experiences. Substance ticked all of the boxes that I was unknowingly looking for. The atmosphere was cozy, the staff impeccably familiar with the ingredients and dishes, and it was fun to watch the action in the kitchen from the Chef's table. I loved hearing where ingredients came from, and eavesdropping on the wine pairings - I don't drink alcohol, but it was clear the pairings were matched perfectly and from vineyards across France. Such a delight!
Christine P. • 1 review
December 30, 2023
2/10food was okay. However , the service was really terrible. My family and I wasn’t able to appreciate the story and meaning of the dishes since the service/ waiter was in a hurry , you could barely understand what they’re saying… the service was really off.
Simpo C. • 1 review
December 22, 2023
8/10Food is excellent and can taste what the chef would like to bring to customer experience. But the service needed to be improved. We come on a rainy day, no attention paied, no one help on hanging the wet coat , the attitude is unwelcoming, the food introduction is like reading script.
Damiano M. • 2 reviews
November 21, 2023
5.5/10Food is definitely top level, with some mind-blowing dishes in the menu. However the service is well above what you would expect from a 1-star restaurant: poor English, plates explained in a hurry, scarse courtesy and no flexibility on pairings open request. If the food makes the experience worth it, the service makes me think I will not come back.
Sophia C. • 2 reviews
October 25, 2023
10/10Delightfully innovative and beautiful presentation.
Clem A. • 2 reviews
October 19, 2023
9.5/10Lovely food and extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff. A wonderful evening and worth repeating.
Erika S. • 1 review
October 11, 2023
7/10Although the dishes are quite creative, only one out of the 6 course menu provided a true representation of the 1 Michelin Star (The Haddock). The rest of the dishes did not provide a well balanced flavor and the horseradish or wasabi overpowered the rest of the flavors, the sauce for the gnocchi was too salty. The service was not solid with several steps missing from a Michelin Star restaurant, such as wine presentation and maintenance of the table.
Abby P. • 1 review
October 10, 2023
10/10+1We were blown away by the food, the service and ambiance. We thought the lunch menu was beyond divine and good value. The wine selections delicious and many options available. We were personally recommended to visit this place by two separate people and we can see why. Thank you to the entire team x
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