Yves Camdeborde’s famed bistro serves up one of the best culinary experiences in Paris: affordable, market-based bistro cuisine featuring superb ingredients, topped off with a prime spot in the heart of the left bank. It is undoubtedly one of the best locations to soak in the Paris atmosphere. The bistro even offers blankets during the winter months for its heated, outdoor dining area.

Book months (and I mean, MONTHS) in advance for the weeknight, €55 five-course prix fixe menu. During lunch and weekends, the bistro serves its à la carte menu with no reservations, but be prepared for a long queue.

Le Comptoir
Address: 9 Carrefour de l’Odéon, 75006 Paris, France
Phone: +33 1 44 27 07 97
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À la carte: Joue de bœuf au vin rouge – beef cheeks cooked beef bourguignon style

À la carte: Cochon au lait with lentils

À la carte: Brandade de morue – a traditional Provence dish – baked puree of salt cod, garlic, potatoes, and olive oil

À la carte: Petoncles

À la carte: Cheese selection

À la carte: Bill for two

Prix-fixe menu: Cheese platter