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Baca'v par Emile Cotte

Restaurant French restaurant Bistro

😠 We ate at this restaurant around 3 years ago, it was so memorable we made a promise to return the next time we were in Paris… which was tonight with family! We arrived to a nice warm welcome and a lot of obvious Decor changes and were informed the restaurant had new owners and a new chef. Unfortunat... People often mention good, wine, restaurant, French, time, menu, Paris, staff, recommend,


Address

6 Rue des Fossés Saint-Marcel, 75005 Paris, France

Website

www.bacav.paris

Contact

+33 1 47 07 91 25

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (506 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 12 to 2:30 pm, 7 to 10:30 pm
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 12 to 2:30 pm, 7 to 10:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 12 to 2:30 pm, 7 to 10:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 12 to 2:30 pm, 7 to 10:30 pm
  • Thursday: 12 to 2:30 pm, 7 to 10:30 pm

Featured Reviews


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  • 1/5 Kamal D. 2 years ago on Google
    We ate at this restaurant around 3 years ago, it was so memorable we made a promise to return the next time we were in Paris… which was tonight with family! We arrived to a nice warm welcome and a lot of obvious Decor changes and were informed the restaurant had new owners and a new chef. Unfortunately the food this time around was nowhere near as wonderful as it was the first time and I have to say it was memorable only for the worst reason. The starter was ok, the fois gras drowning in a sweet mix of sauce and berries, the veal was very tough and the Côte boeuf worse, we asked for medium rare but it came out so tough we had to send it back to be cooked more in hope it would make the meat more tender…. It didn’t, the steak was a challenge to cut and chew… for the first time ever we left meat on the plate….. We told the waiter who did nothing. The mash potato that came with it was nice. I would not return based on this experience.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shad H. 5 years ago on Google
    Will be my first dinner next time I am in Paris. One of the top meals we had in France. We ate at a couple of Michelin starred restaurants and the food hear was every bit as good just not the 'Polished' experience you get at those other much more expensive restaurants! The owner waited on us and was very personable, explaining everything on the menu well. He did a very good job recommending wine pairings and remmonded a fantastic Pastis digestif.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 S W. 8 months ago on Google • 310 reviews
    We enjoyed lunch here, the food was good although not particularly imaginative. Service was fine.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matt C. 2 years ago on Google • 36 reviews
    A wonderful hidden gem. The hosts were very patient with a German and Australian visitor, and found us a place even though we did not have a reservation. The food was of extremely high quality, as was the wine selection. The rum cake dessert was a particular delight.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Roland M. 1 year ago on Google
    We feel so lucky to have found this amazing restaurant as we were staying nearby. One of the best meals we have ever had. The food, wine and service was absolutely impeccable. Very authentic traditional french menu with some modern twists. Everything we tried was delicious. We were warmly welcomed and the staff were very helpful and explained the menu to us in English and gave recommendations. Would definitely come back to this place and highly recommend it.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gary E. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful food, created with style from the best ingredients. Professional staff who helped us out with the menu in English. Can highly recommend for quality and flavour, French classics with a modern feel.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Suthee B. 1 year ago on Google
    First time have actual French food. I can't speak French but Anne, a waitress, try to explain to us with simple words. Good dessert. Friendly staff.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Moritz G. 1 year ago on Google
    Never had such a friendly waiter. Also the food was very very good. The prices are very fair, actually quite cheap compared to how nice it is there.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Julian R. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing food and wine, owner personally walked us through the menu with perfect English and made sure everything was perfect for our last night in Paris. Even made a point to come outside and wish us a safe trip home after we had paid and left the restaurant. Would rate more than 5 if I could, if I ever come back to Paris this is the first and only restaurant I would come back to. Authentic French Bistro food with sophisticated touches at affordable prices.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matt V. 4 months ago on Google • 467 reviews
    Très delicieux! We’re stopping over in Paris for one night and wow, did we ever find a fantastic place for dinner. Cosy and intimate but also casual and inviting, the food was absolutely incredible, the wine matched it and the staff was wonderfully friendly. Highly, highly recommend

  • 5/5 Trish B. 1 month ago on Google • 67 reviews New
    Beautiful food and warm professional service. This was our first visit but we will definitely be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 ke i. 6 months ago on Google • 30 reviews
    They have nothing special but if you don’t have choice, I recommend them. It’s not bad. The pot of Beef is good. However if you have time and choice may be you can find any other better place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cait D. 3 months ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    Delicious food! We got the chefs surprise menu and it was amazing! The staff are all really really friendly and helpful and they were so patient with us as we spoke our very broken French. Definitely a treat but very good value for the quality of the food
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kenny H. 5 months ago on Google
    Wonderful. Great food, lovely wine, warm and friendly people. A really special place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Julie P. 1 year ago on Google
    Good dinner overall. We were a bit disappointed with the food. It was good, but nothing outstanding, and quite pricey. Service was excellent ! Very friendly. Wine selection good.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Çağdaş E. 1 month ago on Google • 189 reviews New
    A restaurant on the Bib Gourmand list. Nice people serving. I recommend making a reservation in advance

  • 5/5 Adi Y. 1 year ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Excellent! Great atmosphere, great service, food well prepared, reasonable prices for the quality. I am not usually a fan of French food but everything I tasted was good. I recommend!

  • 5/5 Jane M. 3 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    Amazingly homey french food, highly recommended! We have been to many french restaurants but this one stood out. You know the food is good when they show off the restaurant cookbook. Their duck confit is the best version I have ever had. Very affordable for the quality.

  • 5/5 Katherine P. 4 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    The food was impeccable, the service was outstanding and we loved every minute inside this classic Parisian cafe. The servers provided a walk through in English of their delicious menu. We were happily satisfied with wine, food and dessert to end. This is a must dine if you are ever in Paris. We stayed in the 8th and it was well worth the taxi ride to and back. And be sure to enjoy the bread. It’s out of this world.

  • 5/5 Niharika H G. 4 years ago on Google
    Hearty, delicious French and fusion dishes. Wonderful meal that feels homemade. The owner, Jerome, speaks fluent English and has a personality that fills the room. We had the pigs head sausage (sabodet), seasonal scallops, and the baked tomatoes and it was soooooo gooooooooood 😍😍😍😍😍

  • 5/5 Holly D. 5 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    This authentic French bistrot is a gem! From its Parisian ambiance to the mouthwatering steak and impressive wine list, it's a culinary journey. The attentive staff make it a standout, everything from the kitchen is thoroughly considered, some food was even sourced from the chefs own farm. Five stars for an unforgettable experience! One highlight is that we took our toddler who loved everything, even the foie gras!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Edward S. 4 months ago on Google • 1 review
    This restaurant is incredible. The food is so authentic and unlike anything I have had before, the wine list is superb and the service is effortless and fun. I wish we were friends!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Healthy options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✗ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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