Ambitious contemporary French bistro with standout starters and sauces, lively neighborhood feel, good wines, and occasional service and dessert inconsistencies—best enjoyed à la carte.
Comme Chez Maman delivers solid neighborhood bistro dining with exceptional standout dishes like scallops and mushroom soup, but inconsistent execution across tasting menu courses and variable service attentiveness on busy nights prevent a higher grade. The pleasant Batignolles setting and genuine hospitality make it worth visiting, though it competes with rather than exceeds the area's better neighborhood restaurants.
The room feels warm and lively in a Batignolles way: close tables, chatter, and servers who can be genuinely welcoming. Diners rave about scallops and that wild mushroom soup, calling it "the bowl you want to reorder." Wines earn praise, too. The cooking leans contemporary French with clever touches: scallop crudos, parmesan-crusted chicken, and lemongrass or miso drifting through sauces. It suits diners who enjoy creative classics more than buttoned-up tasting theatrics. À la carte shines; the chef menu draws both admiration and "hits and misses" notes. Families do fine here thanks to approachable mains like chicken, potato purée, and simple fish. One reviewer noted staff "always accommodate a child meal." There is a vegan-flagged seasonal veg main and vegetarian starters, though allergy guidance can vary; stick to clearly marked dishes for kids and cautious eaters.
Area vibe: Leafy, local-oriented Batignolles pocket with neighborhood squares; relaxed bistro culture attracts residents and savvy visitors.
Safety: Generally safe, well-trafficked streets in evening; typical Paris urban environment.
What's nearby: Near Square des Batignolles, shops, bars, and other bistros; away from heavy tourist corridors.