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7th — Invalides & Rue Cler › Gros Caillou › Café Max
Café MaxB+
7 Av. de la Motte-Picquet, 75007 Paris, France
· Restaurant, Bistro, Haute French restaurant
· Gros Caillou
Charming Left Bank bistro with classic French cooking, warm service, and tight quarters; food is loved by many, but prices and wine markups feel steep to some.
The verdict
Café Max delivers reliable French bistro dining with solid food quality in classics like escargots and steak-frites, supported by warm, attentive service. However, inconsistent execution on tartare and fries and notably tight seating prevent grade A territory. The charming Left Bank location and genuine hospitality make it competitive with respected neighborhood bistros, though high wine markups temper overall value.
One caveat: Pricing is genuinely expensive (€25+ mains, desserts €13-16), and wine list carries steep markups
What to order
- Steak-frites (poivre/shallots)
- Escargots de Bourgogne
- Rognons de veau à la Normande
What diners say
- Warm welcomes and helpful recommendations
- Escargots and bistro staples done right
- Old Paris atmosphere with history
Opening Hours
Monday12:00–13:45, 07:00–21:45
Tuesday12:00–13:45, 07:00–21:45
Wednesday12:00–13:45, 07:00–21:45
Thursday12:00–13:45, 07:00–21:45
Friday12:00–13:45, 07:00–21:45
Saturday
Sunday
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