"This maximalist bistro delivers big flavors, big ambiance, and big prices (shareable slabs of dry-aged beef cost the same as a month’s groceries). The walls of the three dining rooms are crammed with massive chalkboard menus and vintage tin signs advertising Pernod and Picon. It’s the Disney ideal of the bistro, so no surprise that tables are loaded seven nights a week with tourists who put up with occasionally aloof service and page through a wine list weighing more than a child. This place is best with a group, so you can share the dry-aged entrecôte flavor bomb (avoid the unseasoned €28 tartare), and order the elevated à la carte dishes, like a lentil salad classed up with smoky bacon and endive shavings. Split the chocolate mousse with five close friends—and hope one of them is picking up the check." - emily monaco
