The bistro Les Papilles is the kind of place that you need not worry about what to order - it is a prix fixe with no option menu. This informal little eatery is situated slightly off the beaten track near the Luxembourg garden. Wine can be picked off the shelf at cellar price plus 7 euros for corkage but there is no option to order wine by the glass which I find a bit restricting for solo diners.
The food was well prepared, rustic, flavourful and came in generous portions. For a four-course meal that includes a soup, a main course, cheese and dessert, the price of 33 euros is reasonable especially for dinner. In my opinion, the overall quality had not suffered from the choice of less expensive ingredients.
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| Celeriac and celery soup with lardon and croutons |
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| Braised beef cheek in red wine sauce and vegetables |
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| Panna cotta with pineapple sabayon |
The fact that there was a room full of English-speaking diners says something about this place. The no option menu that provides little variation other than to keep the product and labour costs down is also indicative of the kind of practice that is geared towards a tourist clientele.
Regardless, Les Papilles is still a place worth visiting for a wholesome and delicious meal in the 5th arrondissement.
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