Brasserie Lipp

There is better food in the city, granted, but you will find it hard to find a better overall package. Simply a fantastic place to eat in Paris - a real institution in the city. Everything on the menu is good. The service is generally excellent and the atmosphere is a throwback to earlier years in the city.

Our experience at Brasserie Lipp was a mix of highs and lows. The food was undeniably excellent, with every dish meeting or exceeding expectations. The ambiance added to the charm, with its wooden interiors creating a cozy and nostalgic atmosphere that beautifully captures the essence of historical Paris. Service timing was also spot-on, and the abundance of taxis waiting outside made the trip back to our hotel effortless. However, the overall experience was not without its drawbacks. While the décor reflects the restaurant’s storied past, it also feels quite outdated. The tables are so closely packed that waiters had to physically move them to seat us, which made the environment feel cramped and less comfortable. As first-time visitors to both Brasserie Lipp and Parisian dining in general, we were disappointed by the lack of guidance from the staff. The waiter offered no help in navigating the menu, leaving us feeling a bit lost. It would have been so helpful to receive recommendations, ingredient explanations, or even a little insight into the restaurant’s specialties. Unfortunately, the staff came across as indifferent, which detracted from what could have been a more welcoming experience, especially for tourists like us.

Old but stylish classic French brasserie… all the food we had was amazing. Top notch service and experience when it comes to classic French. Trust their specials on the menu and you can’t go wrong. It’s helpful if you can speak some French, it helps but there’s also English speaking service stuff available. They will adore if you do speak French as a tourist :) make sure to book as the place is usually full. Even locals go for dinner here.

Brasserie Lipp in Saint-Germain is a journey back in time to the charm of old Paris. The beautifully ornate interiors evoke a bygone era, creating a warm and nostalgic ambiance. The service is exceptional, with waiters who exude both professionalism and a touch of familiarity, as if they’ve been perfecting their craft here since their youth. They attend to your every need with quiet precision, offering a level of care that’s rare to find. The food is equally impressive. We indulged in the veal with mushroom sauce and the grilled steak with a side of mashed potatoes. Both dishes were flawlessly prepared—the meat tender and bursting with flavor, and the mushroom sauce utterly divine. For dessert, we shared the Mont-Blanc, a delicate creation with a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture that strikes the perfect balance of sweetness. For those seeking an authentic Parisian experience with a neighborhood charm, where the waiters greet patrons like old friends and the food and service are simply phenomenal, Brasserie Lipp is an absolute must-visit.

Wow. Authentic local cuisine. No reservation….don’t bother going. One of the best dinners we have had traveling the world!

We were celebrating a mini family reunion and decided to meet at Brasserie Lipp. It was the best! Our waiters were helpful and patient . They got everything right. Our food choices were delicious and we were never rushed. We have no complaints just lots of happy memories

Our evening at Lipp was beautiful. The food, the service, the atmosphere were all perfect. It was a true Parisian culinary experience in a wonderful, old school charming setting. Thank you for a lovely belated birthday celebration. A bientot!!

Exquisitely dressed theatrical gentlemen waitstaff kept our very long table well looked after for several hours. Old fashioned style and service with large servings of traditional french fair. Was packed full of revellers well after midnight on a Wednesday. Seems super popular so I'd recommend booking.

There is better food in the city, granted, but you will find it hard to find a better overall package. Simply a fantastic place to eat in Paris - a real institution in the city. Everything on the menu is good. The service is generally excellent and the atmosphere is a throwback to earlier years in the city.

Our experience at Brasserie Lipp was a mix of highs and lows. The food was undeniably excellent, with every dish meeting or exceeding expectations. The ambiance added to the charm, with its wooden interiors creating a cozy and nostalgic atmosphere that beautifully captures the essence of historical Paris. Service timing was also spot-on, and the abundance of taxis waiting outside made the trip back to our hotel effortless. However, the overall experience was not without its drawbacks. While the décor reflects the restaurant’s storied past, it also feels quite outdated. The tables are so closely packed that waiters had to physically move them to seat us, which made the environment feel cramped and less comfortable. As first-time visitors to both Brasserie Lipp and Parisian dining in general, we were disappointed by the lack of guidance from the staff. The waiter offered no help in navigating the menu, leaving us feeling a bit lost. It would have been so helpful to receive recommendations, ingredient explanations, or even a little insight into the restaurant’s specialties. Unfortunately, the staff came across as indifferent, which detracted from what could have been a more welcoming experience, especially for tourists like us.

Old but stylish classic French brasserie… all the food we had was amazing. Top notch service and experience when it comes to classic French. Trust their specials on the menu and you can’t go wrong. It’s helpful if you can speak some French, it helps but there’s also English speaking service stuff available. They will adore if you do speak French as a tourist :) make sure to book as the place is usually full. Even locals go for dinner here.

Brasserie Lipp in Saint-Germain is a journey back in time to the charm of old Paris. The beautifully ornate interiors evoke a bygone era, creating a warm and nostalgic ambiance. The service is exceptional, with waiters who exude both professionalism and a touch of familiarity, as if they’ve been perfecting their craft here since their youth. They attend to your every need with quiet precision, offering a level of care that’s rare to find. The food is equally impressive. We indulged in the veal with mushroom sauce and the grilled steak with a side of mashed potatoes. Both dishes were flawlessly prepared—the meat tender and bursting with flavor, and the mushroom sauce utterly divine. For dessert, we shared the Mont-Blanc, a delicate creation with a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture that strikes the perfect balance of sweetness. For those seeking an authentic Parisian experience with a neighborhood charm, where the waiters greet patrons like old friends and the food and service are simply phenomenal, Brasserie Lipp is an absolute must-visit.

Wow. Authentic local cuisine. No reservation….don’t bother going. One of the best dinners we have had traveling the world!

We were celebrating a mini family reunion and decided to meet at Brasserie Lipp. It was the best! Our waiters were helpful and patient . They got everything right. Our food choices were delicious and we were never rushed. We have no complaints just lots of happy memories

Our evening at Lipp was beautiful. The food, the service, the atmosphere were all perfect. It was a true Parisian culinary experience in a wonderful, old school charming setting. Thank you for a lovely belated birthday celebration. A bientot!!

Exquisitely dressed theatrical gentlemen waitstaff kept our very long table well looked after for several hours. Old fashioned style and service with large servings of traditional french fair. Was packed full of revellers well after midnight on a Wednesday. Seems super popular so I'd recommend booking.