La Fontaine de Mars

My wife and I picked this place as a way to try a true expression of French cuisine based on the large number of reviews. Unfortunately we didn't find it as enjoyable. The service was friendly and effective. The atmosphere was lively with a retro feeling. Like you are stepping into a vintage restaurant. We ordered traditional French cuisine dishes such as Terrine, duck... but... the dishes were completely lifeless and forgettable, almost sad. My wife, who is a foody and a great cook, blamed it on execution, but I cannot confirm or deny since I am not a cook. The fact is that we left very disappointed. Fortunately we had the opportunity to taste delicious food in several other places and this experience became a minor low point in our first visit to Paris. Sadly, a experience to forget.

The service was outstanding, and the food was incredible. It would be beneficial to have more variety on the menu items. The desserts earned a perfect 10/10; we sampled all of them offered. I highly recommend this place.

I have always visited this restaurant whenever I visit Paris since 2009. This was my fifth visit. I was also satisfied with the food and service! I always order beef steak and 45cl of wine. I ordered white wine this time because the temperature was quite hot, and I wanted to feel fresh and light flavors. It was a nice choice, and the cafe (espresso) was perfect. I will be visiting here again.

This pet friendly place is our favorite restaurant in all Paris. Delicious food and great service.

What a great first meal in Paris! The food was great! Lots of fresh seasonal daily specials - we will be back! Charming staff made us feel welcome

Good experience to taste real French cuisine. It was fully booked but the wait staff were very efficient and kept the order coming fast. All dishes were delicious. We enjoyed our dinner

We had a lovely time at La Fontaine. Since the very beginning the staff was super friendly and helpful. The entry bread the served was amazing, so good! Even with the placed packed they managed to serve us quickly and with a smile in their faces, food was really good

This place is great, planned to get Crème Brûlée…and we did; but we also had the special dessert, vanilla cream rolled in nuts and covered in warm chocolate sauce.

Food: - Roasted chicken - Excellent. Moist and juicy chicken, with lightly roasted crisp skin. Comes with seasoned rice and topped with mushroom and truffle cream sauce. All three combined makes a well executed dish and memorable French classic. - Daily special item - Great. Poached egg with mushrooms, toasted bread, and sauce. Tasted really good and could easily be a main menu item. - Crème brûlée - Good. Service: Good. We had a reservation and was seated promptly. Took a while to get our entrees but overall worth the wait. Ambiance/Vibe: Great. Terrace seating on a quiet street for a late evening dinner. Something everyone should try once when they visit Paris. Cost/Value: Good. A little pricey for a typical dinner. $80 for dinner for two entrees and dessert, but worth it for how good the food is. Visit again? Yes. They have a few other highly rated dishes that are worth a try.

My son and I ate dinner here one night during the Paris Olympics! While we did wait for about 45 minutes for a table it was well worth it. We both had the Steak Frites for dinner and it did not disappoint. I recommend this place when in Paris you can't go wrong!

This one of the recommendations we found in You Tube that is relatively near the Eiffel Tower (10 mins walk). They have inside and outside seating. In Paris, outside seating is the better option. Staff were friendly and spoke English that made things easy. We started with a dozen escargot. You can order 6 if you want. They were very fresh and already removed from the shell. Very delicious. We dipped the bread on the pesto and oil after. It was that good! We ordered spinach as a side as we wanted some vegetables after eating a lot of food. Paris don't seem to have many vegetable options aside from salad. I ordered the Duck Confit as this is one of their specialties. Outside was crispy and inside was juicy. It comes with baby potatoes and side of greens. I was not sure what to expect. It was well seasoned and delicious. I would order it again. We ended our meal with some ice cream and sorbet combination to cleanse our palate. Perfect way to end our meal. Highly recommend trying them out! We will visit again next time and try their other dishes.

Very authentic French food. I loved the morel mushrooms with chicken and the cream sauce wasn't too heavy! We could've skipped on the foie gras pate but everything else was good

Fabulous tradional French meal. The roast chicken was succulent and the potatoes to die for. Highly recommend La Fontaine de Mars if in Paris. We walked in and were accomodatedright away with a table, but the restauarant was busy, recommend reservations. The service was execellent. One of m best meals in Paris!

Incredible food, service and ambience. The pate is a must for an appetizer. I got the duck confit for my main, which was incredible. We got a side of potato gratin simply to try it and it melted in my mouth.

Highly recommend reservations, beautiful cozy ambiance! Every dish amazing and delicious, a must try when in Paris! The staff was extremely friendly and helpful not only with navigating the menu, but when we left our apartment keys they went out of there way to find them and hold them safetly upon our return!

The host accommodated us by phone for same day during peak hour and was so nice to do so since they are packed all hours even to the last hour. We are grateful for that. The French food here is amazing! They provide complementary bread, gherkins & even cured meat! Pate is a must here! It's so well made. Potato gratin was delicious. Beef tartare was the special of the day and was on point. Duck confit was solid. Service was fantastic. Their toilet area is very antique and I adore the pour of the hand soap dispenser. When we return to Paris, I'll most definitely return to this lovely gem!

Top of my Paris Bucket List and 2nd dinner of the trip. It did not disappoint. It's in the Champ de Mars area near the Eiffel Tower and is the quintessential French restaurant. The restaurant feels classic French with red and white table cloths and servers neatly dressed in suits and well-tailored uniforms. The service is very friendly and helpful with both French and English menus and servers. The food comes out relatively quick, but they give you a lot of time to enjoy the meal and socialize. We ordered both a classic Coq Au Vin and the daily special cassoulet with white beans and 3 sausages. One of my favorite meals for both the ambiance and delicious food.

The best duck confit I've ever had. Atmosphere was amazing and service was superb. I bought the cookbook and love reading about the history.

Best meal we have had in Paris. Is it pricey? Yes. Worth every euro? Also yes. Service was kind for this American non French speaking couple. The outdoor as well as indoor seating is lovely and service is timely. The food was so good. We had a morel mushroom appetizer special, the Sunday special roasted chicken and the duck confit. All delicious. Thanks to fellow Yelper who recalled this was an Obamas date night location!

La Fontaine de Mars represents the gold standard in high-end bistro dining; here you'll find all of the tantalizing classics. Expensive but well worth it. The Obamas went here on a date night during a state visit. In the shadow of the Eiffel Tower.

We finally found the French restaurant that we were looking for. The setting and ambiance were excellent. We had a great outdoor table. The waitstaff were extremely friendly and helpful, without a whiff of attitude. We were started off with bread, salami and butter. The carafes of house wine were great. The waitstaff made excellent recommendations. For appetizers, we ordered burrata, stewed leeks (different, but good) and excellent pate, served with a big crock of cornichons on the side. Our friend got the last order of excellent coq au vin. My wife had chicken with morel sauce, which is her favorite main dish in Paris to date. My buddy had sea bass, which he loved. I had excellent duck confit. We finished our meal with express baba au rhum and awesome crime brûlée. This is an awesome place to spend an evening enjoying great French food and hospitality. Our concierge gave us two thumbs up for dining here. Highly recommended.

Omg what a lovely restaurant, classic French. We sat outside on the wonderful veranda. Service and our meal was all spot on! My Poulet was delicious, perfectly cooked. Great location, just 10 a minute walk to Eiffel. I highly recommend this restaurant!

I called to make a reservation and since that call, the service is excellent. The restaurant is very well located. We asked to be seated outside and it's a great spot. As appetizers we ordered the vegetable carpaccio with goat cheese, and it was delicious! My husband had the escargot and he loved them. The wine recommendation is on point. We had a Saint-Emilion Grand Cru.

Definitely worth visiting if you are ever in Paris. The wait staff was really professional and courteous, extremely attentive. The food was top drawer, definitely worth the price. I would recommend this restaurant to all my friends that enjoy fine dining.

We loved this place for a last nights dinner in Paris. The ambience was so quaint and they served us authentic French cuisine. The desserts were amazing!! What a beautiful time!

It's a pretty good place. The food is decent and the service was really good. The desserts stood out.

Returning from the Rothko at the Vuitton, I headed straight for this oasis of calm and authenticity. The choices were difficult until the waiter directed me to the carte de jour. Much appreciated. I relaxed in a nook for two with a fine view of the dining room bric a brac. Promptly he presented the daily special of braised beef cheeks with a glass of Brouilly. It was as good as I imagined it could be. That hour was a highlight of my trip.

Wonderful food. We finally got our real French experience here that we were looking for. We had both duck dishes that were excellent and service was great. Enjoyed the ambiance and the service.

Reservations were hard to come by but scored a next day reservation for lunch (presumably when someone cancelled)! Saw a few people get lucky with walk-ins but they were usually offered one of the indoor tables. Pros: - perfect spot near the Eiffel Tower and Rue Cler for people watching - delicious food; we tried the escargot, plat du jour which was a salmon and haddock tartare with salad and fries and the cassoulet Cons: - regular entrees are a little pricy in the 30-40 euro range for lunch (plat du jour was 25 euros) La Fontaine de Mars is in a great place

This place was a redemption from other disappointing French restaurants in Paris. Great ambience, excellent leek appetizer, and very good Sea Bream and chicken mushrooms.

I stopped by this place for a quick lunch and to taste Duck for the first time, and the experience was fantastic. Nathan served us, and he was outstanding. He ensured that we had a great dining experience. What amazed us was his knowledge that we were islanders, which we mentioned being from a small island in the Pacific. The conversation was delightful, and his recommendations were spot on, meeting our expectations perfectly. Every bite we had was a delight, and Nathan's service was exceptional. If you're ever near the Eiffel Tower, I highly recommend this place; it's just a 12-minute walk from the tower.

Scrolling through Yelp looking for desserts... and this floating island catches my eye!! I see a lot of French restaurants have versions of it, but this, this one here really stands out. I decide I have to have it. Decided to just grab dinner here as well. Cute little spot, just a few blocks from Eiffel Tower (but no view of it) say outside, it's not a crazy busy area, really peaceful. Ordered duck, very flavorful. Ate too much, so full... but have to order dessert! It was a decent crème brûlée. But this floating crème, absolutely fantastic! Dense, but airy meringue, but creamy, surrounded by melted ice cream, toasted ... best ever. Service was great as well, we did not have a reservation, Yelp made it seem like it was not needed, but seems like they are recommended! By the time we were leaving there was quite a wait for a table! Happy we timed it right.

We completely lucked out because this place fills up fast and it's very hard to get a table without a reservation. We arrived right before they opened and they were kind enough to greet us and squeeze us in right when they opened. After reading all the reviews we felt like we had just won the jackpot! All the food was spectacular! Everything was honestly so delicious. Escargot: what I liked about these is they were already pulled out of the shells. I'm still squeamish about eating snails but my dining partner is a huge fan and said they were delicious. Because they weren't in the shell , I managed to build myself up enough to take a small sliver of one - but the texture still did me in. I did, however, dip my bread in the delicious butter sauce. Yum! Maybe next time I'll be brave enough to pop a whole snail into my mouth and chew it - but for now, baby steps! Goat cheese & endive salad: so delicious! The flavors all complimented each-other so well. Chicken with mushrooms: superb! Sea bass with Kalamata olives: cooked to perfection and so flavorful! Dessert: spectacular ! I had to order the creme brûlée because its one of my favorite deserts. Well it did not disappoint! We also ordered an incredible unique dessert called "Floating Island" or Isle Flottante with Creme Anglaise. We had no idea what to expect but our server recommended it. And wow it won dish of the night for us! The texture was unexpected yet incredible and it sort of melted in our mouths. Such a wonderful dining experience. We are so grateful the staff were gracious enough to let us dine in. This was our favorite meal in Paris and I highly recommend putting it on your list of restaurants to visit. Pro tip: it's close to the Eiffel Tower and would make a great dinner spot when you visit the must-see landmark.

My recent evening at La Fontaine de Mars was a Parisian escapade that seamlessly blended tradition with modernity. This culinary gem exudes warmth and elegance, offering an unforgettable experience. From the moment I stepped in, the ambiance transported me to the heart of Paris. As a fervent admirer of French cuisine, I was delighted to find the menu brimming with classic dishes, each a tribute to the region's rich gastronomic heritage. Starting with the escargot, I was treated to a symphony of flavors, where garlic and butter beautifully accompanied the delicate snails. A standout was the impeccable house red wine, recommended by the staff. Its rich character elevated the meal, creating a harmonious dance of flavors. The coq au vin, a French staple, was a masterpiece of tenderness and rich red wine sauce. The execution honored tradition while embracing modern finesse. The attentive service was another highlight, striking the perfect balance between care and space. Remarkably, though we were initially told of a 90-minute wait, we were seated within just 30 minutes, adding to the exceptional experience. As the night unfolded, a decadent crème brûlée marked the perfect ending to an exquisite meal. La Fontaine de Mars captures the soul of French cuisine, making it a must-visit. Whether you seek Parisian charm or an authentic culinary adventure, this gem delivers in every sense. I eagerly anticipate my return to savor its magic once more.

Returned for our annual meal here, unfortunately the Sunday special roasted chicken was dry. The duck breast was fine. The host was less than friendly but the waitress was friendly and made up for it. The food here is typical brasserie fare. There are many great options in the area.

Special place. The one time we didn't try to get a reservation, they actually recommend it. The food. The restaurant. The entire staff. A timeless piece of history. Merci beaucoup. Muchisimas gracias. Hasta pronto en el futuro.

Not our best meal in Paris, the steak was very tough, I was not able to finish it (did not want to). I hope this helps someone.

Great place to eat after a morning at Eiffel Tower. The service was amazing and the food very nice. We had white fish and salmon and both were tender and flaky. We sat outdoors and enjoyed the street views.

Absolutely amazing food with very nice staff. They speak English as well! Great location close to the Eiffel Tower

Great food and good service! Reservation recommended! Try the snails and a bottle of wine.

A T T E N T I O N ! ! ! ! This place is a MUST visit! We had the most incredible experience here during our stay in France. Our TOP experience for sure!!! We found this restaurant by doing a internet search. We were so excited, so we decided to give it a go! Our first step was to try for an online reservation. No go! However, not dissuade, we decided to take a leap and try anyway in person. Once we arrived at the restaurant, we asked the maître d' if there were any exterior setting options. He said he was booked! Heavy sigh - however his disposition was upbeat and incredibly positive - we were confused??? He did have a table and the reservation was for two hours AFTER our arrival. He said we could have the table until the reservation began!!! Voila!! We were seated!!! The staff was AMAZING-attentive, kind, swift and helpful. We enjoyed an evening of fantastic food and wine! Of course we orders desserts!!! Ummm - Please order desserts!!! Amazing ! Then, off we go and we were ready to enjoy our Eiffel Tower lights!

Very much a tourist trap. If visiting, do not eat here. Coming off the street, my son and i ordered water. The server delivered $6.50 bottles of water, taking the lid off each and pouring. Next, he politely offered garlic bread. On the bill was another $11. We spent $24 on what is normally offered for free in other restaurants and hadn't even ordered off the menu yet.

Worth to try! Located alongside of the main street and easy to find. You can see from the photos I took. I finished everything:) service is good.

Unbelievably friendly staff and a perfectly authentic menu. We will be dreaming of this meal for months. Don't miss it if you're in the area.

Quintessential French dining at its best. We were lucky enough to enjoy a leisurely lunch here on our last day in Paris. The menu is filled with classic flavors. Service was attentive. Highlights at the table were the prosciutto platter, eggs baked in wine (yummy sauce!), sea bass and the seared chicken breast. Can't forget the jar of pickles!

What a delight! Fiance and I were looking for somewhere to eat for our first night in Paris whilst we were exploring after our catchup with sleep in our hotel. It was pretty busy! No reservations at around 10pm, but they accommodated us within minutes! Very kind to tourists, and the food is heavenly. We almost got full from the bread, butter, salami, and prosciutto platter we ordered. But of course we had to order the mains, which consisted of the filet de boeuf and the chicken breast with mushroom sauce. Oh my goodness, both meats were oh so tender. The white wine we ordered paired nicely with everything! And the dessert; we got the strawberries with homemade vanilla ice cream and pistachio cream, with creme brulee. The first beats the latter without a second thought. The flavors elevate you to euphoria. We left very very happy!

Everything was just so-so. It's in a convenient location. The decor is pretty classic French.

My local friend recommended this place, so My family tried. And it was goood choice. If you are looking for delicious and comfort place instead of fancy restaurant. You can enjoy this place with affordable wines list. They know how to cook poultry(it was not chicken.. but I can't remember the bird name) in so French way. Should try

Came here in a recommendation of a friend. The food lacked any flavor, got the steak and really didn't enjoy it. The service was slow and the menu options very limited. The ambiance is cool but does not save the lack of options, the mediocre food, the high prices and the slow service. Hard pass on this place, do yourself a favor and find another restaurant.

My favorite restaurant in Paris for over 29 years. As classic bistro as they come, including the red checkered tablecloths. Order escargots, duck confit, the cotes de veau. Service is friendly and efficient. And you absolutely must order an ile flottante for dessert. They do it so darn well, especially the crème anglaise

Best food on earth. Come, open a bottle of wine, and eat everything. You will not be disappointed.

We had a great meal here. The service was great but the food was pretty slow. That was ok though because the atmosphere, service and company were delightful. We had steaks, Coq au vin and the tomato salad. The desserts were fabulous, too.

Food? Incredible. Service? Even better. Ambience? A beautiful step back in time, to a bygone era in Paris' history. I wandered in by myself, just after the restaurant opened. Even though they were deep with reservations, they found me a table. Then the experience began. The specials were on a large chalkboard, and I wished I could have them all. I settled on the sole special and wasn't disappointed. Light, flaky and delicious. Dessert was excellent (creme brulee!) and the team of highly trained waiters made me feel not just taken care of, but catered to, even though my French is very basic. All-in-all, it was a great experience and I recommend you visit!

being rude and French is not charming! we've been here many times but this is our first time since 2019 and we will not be going back. we live in the south of France and made an 8 day trip to Paris for holiday. I had fond memories of this restaurant and couldn't wait to come back. what a mistake! not sure if it was the Publicity from the Obama visiting or the Plympics but the host (owner?) was rude and dismissive. He shuffled us back and forth waiting for our table then sent us upstairs to a room with theee other tables all English speaking. The server brought a chalkboard with specials All in English and proceeded to list them each In English!!! It was typical of how the rest of the world sees the French rude and dismissive. Food was good not greawe had lunch at LeRemenetand they could teach the owner and staff at Fontaine de Mars how to run a restaurant and how to treat customers Ling review? Yes but accurate? OUI

Went here for our first real lunch in Paris. We were seated 10 minutes after our reservation which wasn't a problem and everything else made it so worthwhile. The service before, during and after the meal was impeccable. Our waiter was so kind and so was the hostess. Everything from the bread to the dessert was amazing. We started off with champagne, it was so so good, the oysters were also so good, but I would say go for the smaller ones the larger ones were very meaty and not as enjoyable, the langostines were also very good, but more of a particular taste. Coming from someone who has never had snails before, most definitely would eat them again and again, they were delicious. For the mains I had the chicken, the rest of our party had duck confit, duck breast and sea bass. All were so good. Would recommend every single one, also portion sizes were good we were pretty full by the end of the meal. Ended off with tea and chocolate moose. So decadent it was light and fluffy, just perfect. The atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for on our trip to Paris. The restaurants, staff and even other patrons assisted to the Parisian feel. Would definitely come back on another trip!

My husband and I are huge lovers of seared foie gras and searched Yelp to find La Fontaine de Mars. It was delicious! The pear that accompanied the foie gras provided just a little bit of sweetness to off set the super rich and flavorful bites. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. My husband's favorite French dishes are confit de cunard (duck) and cassoulet. Since he didn't want to order two entrees, I, as the dutiful wife, ordered the cassoulet so that he could have it too. We started out with some oysters on the half shell, which were fresh, lightly briny, and were medium sized - very good. Nothing really topped the foie gras, but the duck was even better than what we had at our favorite cafe near our hotel. The potatoes that accompanied weren't as rich/flavorful, but overall, my husband was super happy with his choice. The cassoulet was the special of the day. It's a stew of white beans, pork, duck, goose. I received a good sized portion, every bite had the smoky stew with white beans and meat. The whole meal was great and it's not too far away from the Eiffel Tower. Reservations are recommended, so make sure you leave room in your schedule to dine here. It's a must.

Visited twice during my month in Paris. Service was great both times. The first time (Bastille Day) I did not have a reservation but they were able to squeeze me in and I enjoyed pate and wine (I love how they bring a crock of cornichons to the table!). The second time was my final night in Paris and I went (with a reservation) to try their "famous" coq au vain. It was actually great and I usually don't order chicken when dining out. I got the last one of the evening and was very glad to do so. Will definitely be back for their other dishes of the day but also just in general!