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Le Bistro des AugustinsA-
39 Quai des Grands Augustins, 75006 Paris, France
· French restaurant, Bistro, Restaurant
· Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois
Small riverside French bistro known for hearty potato-and-cheese gratins; delicious comfort food and welcoming vibes when on form, but very tight space and occasional long waits—book ahead.
Our take
Le Bistro des Augustins earns its A- grade on the strength of exceptional food quality—signature gratins with crisp cheese crusts that inspire repeat visits—paired with an outstanding riverside setting near Notre-Dame. Service warmth and fair pricing for central Paris are genuine strengths, but inconsistent attentiveness, tight quarters, and occasional long waits prevent grade A territory. A reliable neighborhood gem rather than a destination standout.
One caveat: Tight quarters can feel cramped and hard to navigate
Standout dishes
- Gratin Fermier (chicken)
- Gratin Landais (duck and chicken with goat cheese)
- Vegetarian gratin
What people love
- Molten, crusty-topped gratins that feel like a hug
- Riverside tables with postcard views
- Friendly staff on good nights who guide choices
Opening Hours
Monday11:30–02:00
Tuesday11:30–02:00
Wednesday11:30–02:00
Thursday11:30–02:00
Friday11:30–02:00
Saturday11:30–02:00
Sunday11:30–02:00
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