Paul V.
Yelp
Paris' third arrondissement continues to blow me away every time I visit the city, and Clasico Argentino is no exception. Not unlike the rest of the district, it's simple, but wonderfully so.
Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere?
Ne parlent pas français? No problem. Two kind gentlemen who I assume are the owners/operators are on hand, and they were more than accommodating with an english menu to boot. The location is divine, and the atmosphere comfortable regardless of what the weather looks like outside. Star Granted.
Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost?
€4,00 is admittedly on the expensive side when it comes to an individual empanada, but not only is this Paris, but we're talking about a speciality cuisine type that fetches a premium essentially anywhere outside of South America. That being the case, and considering that these were pretty damn big emps, 4EUR is a fair price. Have a look:
http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=OKX-V5j_qfuOebeHeWGrHg&select=fVVwOlvdmSmZoS2as0cxGg
Star Granted.
Stars 3 and 4: How was the food?
To be honest with you, I don't exactly recall which two empanadas I got, but one was for sure a chicken medley and another beef of some sort. What you should know is that both were very, very good, and I very much enjoyed the baked yet flakey outside as opposed to the alternative deep fried option found across the globe. Single Star Granted.
Star 5: Would you eat here every day if you could?
Have a South American craving in the city of love and lights? Clasico Argentino has you covered. Go here. Star Granted.