"Even as the French diet evolves away from meat, many Gauls still have a soft spot for really good steak frites. So where’s the beef in Paris? Ex-butcher William Bernet’s clubby, wood-paneled Left Bank dining room is the ultimate answer, with a simple menu of beautifully aged cuts of beef and dishes like steak tartare, sirloin, rib steak, and more. Since portions are large, skip a starter and have some cheese (the Saint Nectaire is perfectly aged) or dessert (the creme caramel is house-made). There’s an outstanding wine list, too. Located in the 14th arrondissement." - Alexander Lobrano