Wonderful food, and amazingly friendly service. We were a large party of English speakers and our server went above and beyond to help us make selections and translate the menu. Great wine, and one of the best cheese lists I've seen in Germany!

Le chat noir is buzzing with atmosphere, offering delicious food with exquisite flavours and delightful wines. One of the best places for dinner in Essen for sure.

Food ok, but the place is very noisy. Maybe bad luck that evening.

Very good small restaurant, with good food and drinks, honest prices and calm, relaxed anbiance.

Amazing food and wine. The prices are beyond reasonable for the quality offered. My only complaint is that it's a bit cramped, which of course is part of the atmosphere.

Excellent food. Fast serving. Friendly staff. Beautiful place. The prosecco-sorbet aperitif was a magnificent tasting experience.

For a French restaurant it was awful not having a well trained international staff. The menu was non-existent

Best restaurant in Essen. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. The food is amazing and I can't wait to go back

Best place in town! The food is to die for delicious, the staff was super friendly and the wine amazing! I love the atmosphere of a typical French Bistro where you can sit cozy and have philosophical debates for hours! Weekends are a bit too full, during the week is better.

Nice atmosphere..we enjoyed food and wine

Amazing place with beautiful atmosphere and delicious wines.

Le Chat Noir offers fresh food and gives excellent wine recommendations to pair your meals or cheese tapas. Service is also marvellous.