Bistrot Paul Bert
14 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/ParisTravelGuide, r/paris, r/travel16 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Many people recommend Bistrot Paul Bert, and a few single out the steak au poivre; one commenter says it reliably delivers every time. Two commenters warn against it: one says a line forms, and another calls it fine but notes that comparable bistros are just as good.
Address
Bistrot Paul Bert, 18 Rue Paul Bert, 75011 Paris, France
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Steak au poivre, Steak frites, Sole
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/sadassa123 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Sep 2026taste
Says it nailed everything; recommends the beef fillet over the steak for two, and the pork chop also impressed them.
- Recommendsu/Zealousideal_Owl9621 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Sep 2026
Describes it as one of their most indulgent dining moments.
- Recommendsu/dreamsignals86 in r/ParisTravelGuide · May 2026taste
Lunch was excellent; the steak au poivre matched its reputation and the service was kind.
- Recommendsu/vexyla in r/paris · Nov 2023taste
Highlights the pepper steak with fries and the sole as standout dishes.
- Recommendsu/Hot_Organization5586 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Sep 2026consistency
Says Paul Bert reliably delivers every time.
- Recommendsu/248Spacebucks in r/ParisTravelGuide · Mar 2026taste
Remembers its steak au poivre so fondly it stays on their mind constantly.
- Recommendsu/imapurplegiant in r/ParisTravelGuide · Dec 2024
Included in their recommended list; suggests reservations for these spots.
- Recommendsu/biscuit_sloth in r/travel · Nov 2024
Names this as one of two Paris places to eat, offered as a dining pick.
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- Recommendsu/ThirdEyeEdna in r/ParisTravelGuide · Aug 2024
Suggests a solid bistro like this over fancier options for a splurge.
- Caveatu/fancypants1589 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jan 2026wait time
Would skip it over the usual line, not implying the food is poor.
- Recommendsu/Eaglooo in r/ParisTravelGuide · Jul 2025
Suggests it for someone seeking steak frites, without describing a visit.
- Recommendsu/PollyannaFlwr in r/ParisTravelGuide · Sep 2026taste
Calls the steak in the photo perfect.
- Recommendsu/Puzzleheaded_Tip_286 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Dec 2024taste
Says they really enjoy its steak frites.
- Recommendsu/CraftyRaccoon7912 in r/ParisTravelGuide · Sep 2026taste
Still craves the sauce there and has found nothing that beats it.
- Recommendsu/Dunesgirl in r/ParisTravelGuide · May 2026
Says it was good on their visit.
- Caveatu/PuttanescaRadiatore in r/ParisTravelGuide · Dec 2024
Advises skipping it; calls it fine but says many comparable options exist.
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Details last checked 3 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.