Maison Cluny

bustling local restaurant. delicious from start to finish. great job done by just 2 waitstaff in a full dinning room. highly recommend. will absolutely be back.

Had dinner solo after a conference at the Sorbonne in this well-located restaurant, right in a lively, touristy neighborhood just steps from the university. I liked the setting — a small, cozy dining room with a more refined, “neo-bistro” feel rather than a casual brasserie vibe. The room wasn’t full but still a bit noisy, nothing unpleasant, just lively. Probably better for dinner with friends than for a romantic evening. The staff were young, efficient, and genuinely seemed happy to be there — a welcome change from the false cliché of grumpy Parisian service. The food was good, though not quite memorable. Some dishes felt slightly overworked, with too many decorative ingredients that distracted from the main idea. A solid 12/20, matching Gault & Millau’s famously strict grading. The wine list was interesting (I am a wine enthusiast), with four options by the glass in both red and white. The selection reflects the curiosity of a serious Parisian sommelier — well-known producers from the classic scene, with a lighter “natural wine” influence than in the city’s eastern districts. Expect about a 4x markup by the glass. Overall, a well-situated spot with a distinctive Parisian atmosphere, good cooking, an engaging wine list, and service that breaks the stereotype of unfriendly French waiters.

Really wanted to eat here on our first night in Paris celebrating our 20th anniversary. Our friend Michel who lives locally recommended it. We arrived just as they opened and saw there were only 2-3 other customers seated there. The server smiled at us asking if we had a reservation. We said that "no" and before we could ask if they could accommodate us, his demeanor changed. Without a pause he quite rudely responded "sorry, we're full. Try the restaurant next door." We, of course, understand the need for a reservation. The abrupt disdain was totally unnecessary. Even a "I'm sorry, could you return another day?" would have been preferable. In addition, it made no sense as there were more than 25 open tables. Instead, we had a lavish and enjoyable meal at Oktobre, just down the road. Food was outstanding and the service is excellent. Maison Cluny, take note.

Delicious dinner and wonderful service ! We were a little nervous because we are celiac and can’t eat gluten but the server guided us to find the things we could eat. Additionally, the manager checked in on us to assure us that the things we chose were totally free of cross contact. I highly recommend Maison Cluny and am looking forward to returning!

A place worth visiting on the map of Paris. The atmospheric decor makes spending time in the restaurant pleasant. The service is very efficient, and the staff speaks good English. My only small complaint is that I didn't feel completely at ease in this place. The dishes were unique, combining interesting ingredients. The cold white asparagus with nutty paste is an example of this. The delicate guinea fowl with homemade BBQ sauce was exquisite. Also worth appreciating is the Alain Milliat orange juice available in the restaurant.

Food was very good. We had the cheese plate & falafel with vegetables. Best falafel I’ve ever had in my life! Service was slow, despite there not being many people there. Ambiance was small but charming. Whatever you do, don *not* ask for a “to go” coffee/espresso, as they will say they don’t have “to go” cups & then laugh at you with each other. We thought that was unnecessary & rude but whatever.

Very nice place. Good service. Professional in all aspects from bringing the bread to serving your soup in warm plates. Simple French-Mediterranean food with well selected quality ingredients. Good wine selection with many biological wines for those who like those. Recommended. Good value for money.

An excellent experience. The menu was truly creative and imaginative. We had the Guinea Fowl and pork belly with chanterelle mushrooms and it was absolutely delicious. The charcuterie board was a nice selection. My daughter had the roasted vegetables main and reported that it was excellent. Sorbetto/gelato desert with mix-and-match flavors was fun. Portions were a little on the light side and prices on the high side but it is Michelin rated so that’s to be expected. We very much enjoyed ourselves at Maison Cluny! Go here!