Paris Steak Frites
Curated by Stephen MartinHere’s a focused, field-tested short list of the best steak frites in Paris right now, mixing icons, purist butcher-bistros, wood-fire grills, chef-driven addresses, and budget/late-night stalwarts.
Places & Activities
Le Relais de l’Entrecôte
Icons of the dish with locations in Saint‑Germain 6th, Marbeuf/Champs‑Élysées 8th, Montparnasse 6th
Order contre‑filet in the house “secret” sauce, thin fries, green salad. No reservations. Go at opening or late; lines move but can be long.
Le Relais de Venise – L’Entrecôte
The original “Entrecôte” concept (1959) located at Porte Maillot, 17th
Order the same single-choice formula: salad, sirloin, secret sauce, unlimited fries; second serving. No reservations. Expect a queue, especially evenings and weekends.
Le Severo
Purist butcher-bistro with beef quality first
Order bavette, onglet, or entrecôte; Reserve; small room; order “saignant” (rare) unless you prefer otherwise.
Bistrot Paul Bert
Quintessential Paris bistro
Order filet or entrecôte with au poivre; Book by phone well ahead; closed Sun–Mon.
Le Bon Georges
Sourcing and classic execution
Order entrecôte or steak au poivre; Reserve; lunch easiest.
La Bourse et La Vie
Elevated bistro by Daniel Rose
Order steak au poivre with perfect, creamy pepper sauce; Reserve early; intimate dining room.
Lazare
Eric Frechon’s polished brasserie
Order entrecôte-frites with béarnaise; Book; great for lunch near the grands magasins.
Café des Ministères
Neo‑bistro precision with classic spirit
Order pavé de rumsteck or entrecôte; Reserve; neighborhood favorite.
Robert et Louise
Rustic open‑fire grill flavor
Order onglet or côte de boeuf grilled over wood fire; Reserve; ask for the grill room if you like the action.
Le Flamboire
Deep char and juicy interior
Order entrecôte or rib‑eye over wood fire; Reserve; good for meat lovers who want smokiness.
Brutos
Wood‑kissed cooking, natural wines, modern vibe
Order picanha or aged steak with fries; Book; go hungry and share starters.
Bistrot des Tournelles
New‑wave bistro that nails the standards
Order steak au poivre or entrecôte-frites; Reserve; fills up quickly.
Au Bœuf Couronné
Historic meat house
Order any cut; Easy to book, good for groups.
Au Pied de Cochon
Paris institution; open 24/7
Order entrecôte-frites or steak au poivre; You can reserve; great late‑night safety net.
Bouillon Pigalle
Budget prices, big room, fast turnover
Order steak-frites with au poivre or béarnaise; No bookings; expect a line but it moves.
L’Aller Retour
Meat‑centric bistro, fair prices, friendly service
Order entrecôte or onglet with fries; Reserve; cozy room, nice wines by the glass.
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