Faste - Review - 10th Arr. - Paris - The Infatuation

"Eating a croque monsieur is already a fork-and-knife situation, but you may need to add a bib when diving into the behemoth sambos at this no-nonsense croque specialist near Gare de l’Est. Their version starts with giant slices of fresh sandwich bread thickly layered with ham and positively doused in cheese sauce. What makes this place more delicious is the vegetarian iteration with sautéed mushrooms, nutty Comté cheese, herby tarragon, and a touch of mustard to offset the richness. The spinach one with two kinds of cheese is umami-rich bliss and is never a bad idea, too. Can’t choose? You can order a few halves to share or the tasting platter with a bit of everything, then grab a seat in the small yet airy dining room or one of a handful of tables outside." - Emily Monaco