Restaurant Le Coupe-Chou

From the moment we were welcomed by the warm staff, felt the beautiful historic surroundings, and experienced the excellent service we knew it was going to be a great meal! And it truly was one of the best we had in Paris. Standout food for me was the mushroom soup, and the cauliflower two-ways main course. Even a vegetarian will find something delicious here. Desserts were also excellent. Cozy, beautiful, and welcoming, we will return again and recommend to all of our friends and family who travel to Paris.

Thank you to the lovely, sweet couple from Florida at the Eiffel Tower 1st floor elevator who told us about Le Coupe-Chou! We are the New Yorkers. We loved it so much we went twice during our trip to Paris! We ordered the filet mignon, duck, hanger steak, escargot, and tried various desserts. It was sooooo delicious. Our best meals in all of Paris and we dined out a lot! Service is impeccable and the ambiance is wonderful. Highly, highly recommend!

The restaurant is in an old house dating back to 1600s with a medieval yet cozy atmosphere. The dining space is scattered to smaller rooms, offering more private setting with a unique ambience. The waiters were attentive, but not too much. Most importantly, the food was delicious and well portioned.

These is one of the best restaurants that we have been in Paris. We were there with our 6 years old kid and the service was excellent, adjusting to our needs. We recommend de duck breast and the tuna.

Dinnig at Le Coupe-Chou was nothing short of magical. This historic restaurant offers an atmosphere that transports you to another era making it a perfect setting for an unforgettable evening. The service was impeccable and each dish was a masterpiece of classic French cuisine, prepared with finesse and served with elegance. We tried Escargot for the first time and it was delicious, and absolute must for anyone. Overall one of the best meals we had in Paris!

The atmosphere is gorgeous and 100% what you expect in Paris. Small corridors and stairways leading to intimate rooms throughout the restaurant. The food is top-notch and the service impeccable. We got the duck, the special of the night was venison, and the Seabass or “lean steak“ I guess you must try dessert.

An amazing experience, in the most beautiful setting with exceptional food. We loved the restaurant so much we dined there twice during a 6 day trip.

My parents dined here many years ago and recommended it. We were not disappointed ! Our meals were delicious, the atmosphere was so rustic and romantic and our waitress so very kind ( even when we crazy Americans asked for the cheese as a first course!)

Great French restaurant with beautiful cave like historic ambiance with nice food Food: Foie gras 5/5: served in the room temp and more spreadable variety. It was light yet flavorful on the palette, was great Duck breast 5/5: very nice and tender with sauce, the endives in the balsamic reduction sauce was a surprisingly great side Risotto 3.5/5: good seafood risotto but have had better at other places Sauvignon blanc was good as usual Ambiance/ service: both very good

TOURIST ALERT. You are about to spend a whole lot for average to mediocre food. Most of what is served here is served in corner cafes all over Paris. You will spend much much less and you will eat much much better. * * * BUT ... Le Coupe-Chou is in an absolutely adorable historical house. For eye candy, you just can't beat it. Every room and every angle is a photo op. The food is not so bad that it will kill you. * * * So if you are so madly in love, That you won't be tasting a molecule of your food. And the champagne and wine are just for the festivities afterwards. And you want a beautiful romantic location That is as beautiful and romantic as the company you are with ... The stock of le Coupe-Chou goes way up. * * * And if you just want "The Paris Experience", And you want a room that does not look like Elkhart, Indiana ... le Coupe-Chou offeres a variety of charming smaller rooms All of which look nicer than Elkhart, Indiana. * * * There is a third category of people who will love le Coup-Chou. They are tourists who have never left Central Paris hugging the Seine. They have ONLY eaten in tourist rip-off places. They continually pay ridiculous prices and get so-so food. That is actually a lot of Americans visiting Paris. For those unhappy people, le Coup-Chou offers a better deal than the deals they have gotten eating in places calling themselves "real Paris bistros". They think Paris is incredibly expensive, because they get ripped off at one place after another after another after another. * * * For those people who are so Moon-in-June in love that they are making bad financial decisions, Or for those people who are so "Oh My God, This Is Paris, France !!!! " that they don't notice their pocket being picked, Or for ten-times-in-a-row victims of the Paris tourist machine who think that just-okay food and sky high prices are what it means to be in Paris. For these people, le Coup-Chou is a fine place. But you really can do better in Paris ... And you do not have to pay obscene amounts of money to do so.

I can understand other reviewers concerns that this place is very touristy, and that it is. But as an American tourist visiting Paris it definitely scratched that itch of a beautiful meal. The server was great and spoke English well. We had the most wonderful evening here. Split a bottle of wine and it was the best escargot we had in France, wow it was so good. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. Go just for that if nothing else. I had the goat cheese ravioli (I think it was an appetizer but I opted for it to be my main meal) and it was good but lacking in flavor which after how amazing the escargot was- was a bit of a let down. My friend had the risotto which was very good. To end we had the cheese which was also a bit of a bummer because they ran out of one of the cheeses, so we ended up with two pieces of camembert which is very strong! However, despite a couple of complaints I still had an absolutely wonderful experience here and the best snails of my life. We never felt rushed like we often do back home. And very much enjoyed the beautiful ambiance. If you are an American in Paris looking for good French food, a beautiful setting, and friendly service in English this is your spot. If you are a local who is annoyed by American tourists or looking for the most authentic dishes in Paris this place is probably not for you and that's okay too!

Came here for dinner with my boyfriend around 7:15pm on a Friday night. I had made a reservation in advance and it was very nice not to have to wait. The inside of this restaurant is very cute and has really antique vibes. We sat outside on the cute street though since the ambiance there was also perfect. Service was friendly but a little slower than other places we went to during this visit. Our server forgot about our table while waiting to order dessert so we waited for a while but it was her first week and perhaps it was an isolated experience. We got some white wine which was nice and cool that was perfect on a warm evening. For food we ordered: Octopus salad: very good! One of the highlights of this meal. Very light and flavorful. Had some chopped tomatoes and onions with olive oil that was very good. The octopus itself was very well cooked, it was tender and not chewy with a very soft inside. I haven't had octopus that good in a while. Duck breast: really nice cut of duck breast which was juicy and flavorful. Came over celery root purée that complimented the flavor of the duck well as well as the fatty/velvety texture. Paired with some figs and peaches that brought really nice sweet highlights to the dish as well. A little overdone but overall still good. Bass fillet: also another good dish. The fish itself was cooked perfectly and had a really flaky and silky texture. The flavor itself was not out of this world but it was plated well and had other good elements such as the delicious beets and some lingonberries on top. Crème brûlée: very nice dessert! Crispy caramelized top over a delicious creamy flan like custard with tonka. I thought this was a very interesting twist to traditional crème brûlée but worked incredibly well. Definitely recommend this one! The tonka adds a very subtle complexity to the crème brûlée which makes it very unique and delicious. Overall I would give this place 4 stars. The ambiance and location are top notch but some dishes felt a bit flat and unimpressive to me. They were solid but nothing out of this world. Prices were higher than other things we experienced and the portions were small. Service was good if you are not rushing and are okay hanging out (which is also a very nice change of pace from places like in the US). Really cute for a special occasion! Would return to give other dishes a try.

Cozy. Romantic. Delicious. The ambiance of Le Coupe-Chou is unmatched. The history of the building alone will leave you in awe. Not only is it by far to coziest and most beautiful atmosphere (assuming your into old wooden beams, exceptional ironwork, and little nooks and crannies to dine in, the food was equally as good. We came here as a party of 6 and even with that many people the ambiance remained. We all ordered different dishes. I had the steak which was probably the best steak I had in my time in Paris. Perfectly cooked, juicy, and flavorful. Everyone enjoyed their food and the wine! Highly recommend, especially for a date night!

I agree with Samuel C. Although I don't think the food they serve is quite as universal but it lacked the finesse and care of a top class restaurant. We chose it because our airline LA COMPAGNIE had it on their website. Good wine by the glass and the tuna was fine but the duck came with pineapple slices and pomegranates in a light generic sauce. Absolutely no harmony. The big minus was the salad which we sent back for being unwashed. The grit was palpable. It came back with the explanation that it was salt and pepper. It wasn't; it was grit or sand. Yes it is a splendid old building and tucked away which gives it a romantic aura. Hence the rave reviews I believe.

Amazing French styled meal again from this historic restaurant. If your visiting Paris, this is a must stop to experience

By far the best restaurant we visited during our stay in Paris. Food was absolutely amazing, service was top notch, and the atmosphere was perfect. Will definitely be eating here again on our next trip to Paris. If you are looking for good food with a romantic, old school vibe, this is the place to be.

Ambiance is incredible, escargot and pate were the best i've ever had. Service was efficient and timely. I will eat here again!!!

World class. Came here on recommendations from my sister and holy cow, this place is worth the trip over and over and over again. The atmosphere here is amazing. Crackling fire, cozy private dining room vibes, impeccable friendly service. The escargot are the best I've ever had. If you're a newbie or first timer to snails and want a great experience- get them here. After we ordered them, the rest of the tables nearby did the same after seeing the presentation and smelling the buttery garlic. The risotto was awesome. The duck- which is a menu favorite- was incredible. Limited cocktail menu- I'm sure they can make whatever you wanted, but we didn't ask. Plenty of wine and liquor options as opposed to cocktails which isn't a bad thing. Bathrooms are downstairs which are private, clean and updated. 10/10. If this place doesn't have a Michelin star, it should.

We came here on a recommendation from a friend and were not disappointed. The interior is cozy and unique, and the service was friendly and attentive. Food was excellent...I am reserving one star because it was not THE most flavorful meal I have ever had, but the dishes were very solidly executed, and the menu is creative and varied. If you are looking for a romantic dinner off the beaten path, definitely check this place out.

Best meal we had in Paris, and all the meals were incredible! Please make a reservation here and treat yourself to a memorable dinner in Paris. From the starters to the dessert, everything was amazing!

Le Coupe Chou was the second restaurant we went to advertised by our hotel. A lovely old building and a great atmosphere. Lovely service and some great food, in our case gravlax and bisque for starters, boeuf bourguignon for mains and an ile flotante and poached pear for dessert. A lovely place and well worth coming back to.

Warmly welcomed as we entered the establishment and quickly shown to table and received a tasty amuse Bouche. Yum. Setting very cozy and romantic! The service was superb, the food delish. The menu changed so no boeuf bourguignon, but food was great. The staff handled American customers with strong opinions seated close to us with Grace and compassion.

Overall good meal in Paris, the portions are small and the prices aren't necessarily. Good food in amazing atmosphere (4 homes built between 13th and 15th century put together. I got the scallops which was a tiny dish but tasty, got the lamb special, and the salmon which were good too. Got a lobster bisque and foie gras to start , and glad we did! We ended with the mocha creme brûlée which was divine. Follow me on ig @ sophiaeaaats for more recs!

Had a nice dinner here to celebrate a successful work week in Paris doing training for Sopra Banking Software. My colleague Joel had been here before and said the Ahi Tuna was amazing. It did not disappoint. Great atmosphere and ambiance. Would be a wonderful spot to bring your spouse! We tried a French whiskey too which was quite good. And, of course dessert was amazing. Reservations recommended. Go here, it's great!

The food was unforgettable! The ambiance is everything you are looking for in Paris! The service was the best I've ever experienced! This is an unforgettable experience you must have in Paris! PS: They even did a plain risotto for our child

Wonderful spot for dinner! Very cozy 17th century (or earlier) interior in a quiet part of f the neighborhood. The food was amazing. A very memorable meal, I had the foie gras and magret du canard.... Both were just excellent, the pineapple chutney with the foie gras was an amazing pairing and a nice departure from the usual fig style. The duck was perfect. Others at the table had the fish and langoustine dishes and the vegetarian one. Not the best selection for a vegetarian but everything was marvelous. Will go back again sometime. Be careful of the fireplace or where a safety helmet and I feel they missed an opportunity to shape the île floittant like a giant peep, but still a great spot.

Old school house with nooks and crannies , great food and ambiance, good wine menus. The spot by the wood fire place is quite cozy!

I had a nice meal here while dining solo. The hotel made a reservation upon my request, and upon arriving the waiter seated me in the main dining room across from the huge fireplace. In fact, as more diners started filing in, it became apparent to me that perceived English only speakers were seated in this main dining room. Every single diner around me spoke English to the waiter. In fact, it was my relative who told me about this restaurant. She and her husband were seated right in front of the fireplace too. See other reviews and mention of this fireplace versus where their hometowns are. Notice the pattern... The locals were shuffled past us and up the small steps into their other dining rooms. Frankly I don't care for this sort of segregation of which I (and my husband) have been subjected to over the years in Paris. I've read that perhaps the reason is so that the waitstaff could communicate easier with the patrons. I don't believe that is the actual reason (I feel it's pure prejudice/biasness) & thankfully I haven't experienced it in Paris for more than two occasions. Fortunately the food itself was good: The beef bourguignon was excellent as was the starter of salad with lardons. Service was not that welcoming, but the main thing in Europe is that the server does the job well & he did.

Wow! We were recommended this place from friends and boy were we impressed. It looks so romantic inside, stone walls, old world looking furniture and the staff was so nice and accommodating. For 2 appetizers (snails and mushroom soup- wow so so good) 2 entrees and a bottle of wine, this was very inexpensive. We were surprised by that. The boeuf bourguignon was incredibly, filled with beef, potatoes and veggies. We felt that the servers were very nice and accommodating, but not as chatty and personable as we expected. Highly recommend! Make reservations!

This is an amazing place, don't miss it when in Paris! I ordered duck, it was very good and came with potatoes Audrey gratin. Others had skirt steak and steak au poivre, delightful! Dessert was an apple pie and a chocolate parfait like delight. Reservations are probably necessary, especially in summer, but we had no trouble getting one. It was easy to communicate in English.

Situated next to College de France, Le-Coupe Chou is a quaint, friendly, wonderful French restaurant with attentive service and excellent, innovative food. The egg appetizer is a must try. The floating island dessert is also excellent. Each room and corner and nook in this restaurant has its character. The working fireplace is simply wonderful in winter.

My absolute favorite restaurant in Paris! I have been going to and recommending people to this restaurant for years and no one has been disappointed! I am a big fan of the duck but literally everything here is good! I go every time I am in Paris! Outstanding wine list and mouth watering desserts! The atmosphere is cozy and romantic. Candlelit, fireplaces and velvet furniture in a beautiful old building with so much charm.

Slow slow slow service. Appetizer course took 45 minutes to arrive. Soup was cold. Escargot was over cooked. After 2 hours I inquired as to the whereabouts of the rest of our meal. Only then did the waiter mention there was a huge party so the kitchen was behind. Main course took two and a half hours to make it to the table. The fillet mignon was first, not a fillet mignon. I was a very undercooked over-peppered piece of mystery meat drowned in some bland gravy. My girlfriends beef bourguignon was a bowl of broth with a couple little pieces of potato, a quarter of a carrot and about 40 grams of beef. We assumed they ran out and decided to give her all that was left rather than offer something else. We saw other people with the same dish and it was a normal portion. Nobody asked us how our meal was. They knew better. I don't write reviews like this but this was a horrible experience. SPEND YOU MONEY ELSEWHERE. The one an only thing we liked was interior of the restaurant. Very old and charming.

Another Left Bank spot where you can indulge in being Gil Pender, transported back in time to an old Paris... Lots of small rooms, fireplaces, and wood that must be hundreds of years old. The food, service, and wine list are fantastic. I had two big classics... escargot and beef bourguignon. Both exceptional. They used restraint with the garlic butter on the escargot and they were delicious. The beef bourg was tender and juicy, the vegetables were still al dente.... perfection. Highly recommended.

Location and ambiance is beautiful. Staff were very friendly and even sarcastic which I enjoyed as I asked for the waitresses recommendation and shared I trusted her and she concluded with "maybe you shouldn't" I can understand why some feel this is a tourist trap but our small room of 5 tables was balanced between French speakers and English. The destination was provided by out hotel. As for food.. it was ok. Nothing fantastic or craveable to return to. Disappointing as the waitress said that my two dishes were the most popular on menu!

Tucked away in a corner is this hidden gem - a must try for a nice dinner out while in Paris. The ambiance of the restaurant is great - lots of twists, turns, separate rooms, stairs and even tables under stairs. Try out the cauliflower soup as an appetizer and the creme brûlée for dessert- you won't be sorry. Very friendly and attentive service with a nice wine selection and a full bar as well.

This was our absolute favorite restaurant during our trip to Paris. My husband had been here once before when in Paris for work and wanted us to go together. The service, food and atmosphere was amazing. It will be our must eat at restaurant during all Paris visits.

Great traditional, hearty French cuisine in a rustic setting. The four of us had a variety of food and everything was excellent. The escargot were some of the best we'd had in Paris and the boeuf Bourgogne was excellent. Desserts were delicious and HUGE. Service was very friendly, although a bit slow to get us started. Was recommended to us after a friend had a business dinner there the week prior, which they also loved.

Everything was great about this meal: setting/ambiance, food presentation and quality, and service. This is cozy, tucked away off the main road and clearly frequented by locals and visitors. Seafood and ratatouille were standout, and the creme brûlée was the best we've ever had anywhere. Good wine selection, a fabulous beet tartare starter, too. A favorite find in Paris.

First I would like to say that bad customer service is a big no no in my book and this place is by far the worst I have ever experienced in my life. We were yelled at by the hostess at the front because she said we cancelled and did not call. Well the answer to that is "we don't live here, we are foreigners and we don't have a phone to call from". She continued to yell at us and disrespect us. It was an absolute mess. We decided to stay because we thought maybe the food is better and to our disappointment it was not. The risotto with prawns was crunchy, risotto is supposed to be smooth and the prawns tasted awful as well. The lamb chops were also not tender and did not taste good. We also were paying attention to see if she would be rude and disrespectful to anyone else. Everyone around us did not speak French and were Americans. We thought she would be rude to all but she was very caring and at one point we saw her apologizing and speaking in English just fine with other tables. The server was subpar, just like every server in France where they leave your table alone and you have to call them when you want your check at the end of the night. I did ask the server what the name of the hostess is and he let me know who she is and then I saw him talking to her and telling her that I asked about her and she gave me a dirty look. Just a plain awful person. But yeah both the food and service are bad, I would not recommend. By the way it was also our anniversary dinner and we had the worst experience. Stay away!

Outstanding! A friendly server - quite rare in Paris - great ambience, and truly excellent food. Bravo!

This place is amazing ... We wanted to find a nice place with good food and atmosphere and someone recommended this place to us and let me tell you we were very happy . It's very cute from both inside and out . The hostess and waiters are a pleasant and helpful which is a nice surprise for Paris . Upon entry you see nice old Parisian building . Good is very good I had the Duck my wife the steak Classic escargot for appetizer and all were very good . We were truly just happy over all . Make sure to make a reservation and enjoy this place .

This was a quaint restaurant in Paris that I found. It was in an older house with beautiful wood. The atmosphere was cozy and perfect for a romantic evening. The servers speak English and were very nice and accommodating. I had the Royal Sea Bream, light and fresh fish. The beef bourginon looked comforting and delicious as well. The desserts I tried (apple tart and chocolate mousse) were a generous portion and had a perfect balance of sweetness. Overall, a wonderful and relaxing meal.

If you want to transport yourself out of the city, this Parisian Restaurant is the answer. It begins with the approach. The restaurant is tucked away at the end of a narrow street. It's flickering lights lead the way. Once you step in you feel like you've been invited to a friend's country cabin. Warm and inviting with big overstuffed chairs and collected objects through out. The restaurant is comprised of a series of rooms just like you would find in a home. With steps along the way and the lighting low you need to be attentive to your footsteps. The staff is friendly and professional. The food is flavorful traditional French fare with hearty portions. We had wonderful escargots and crusty French bread. Our entrees were delicious and hearty cassoulet and duck. The dessert was an amazing Napoleon which I had never seen done that way before. The dinner was paired perfectly with very good French wine. They offer a nice selection. I look forward to going back.

This was by far the best meal I have had in a very long time. Also, it was hands down the best meal of our vacation. The ambiance is quaint, cozy & romantic. The ratatouille was tasty and bursting with flavor. The wine selection was on point. Our service was exceptional and we had a really great time! I would highly recommend this restaurant. I know our future visits to Paris will include meals here.

What an excellent find!! This was quite possibly one of the top the meals I've ever had. The staff was very friendly, the ambiance was unbelievably cool and the food was to notch. Make sure to try the apple pie desert, it's not like the apple pie we have back in Chicago. Don't come to Paris without getting this place!

A warm and intimate atmosphere with an excellent staff. I was traveling solo and being in crowded noisy restaurants alone can be overwhelming so this small quiet atmosphere was perfect. The staff were very nice in explaining some of the dishes to this non French speaking American and recommending wine to go with it. The apple dessert was definitely the highlight for me.

Food was ok but we waited 2 hours before we got our main course and we only had the soup and snails as an appetizer and my soup was lukewarm not hot. We made a reservation and got to the restaurant at 8:30pm and we didn't get our food until 10:25pm. After we waited over 1 1/2 hrs we asked the waiter how much longer for our food and he then told us there was a table of 48 people that had just got there food so it would be out soon but it was still another 20 mins. It would have been nice if the restaurant told us there was a group of 48 people before us and it would take 2 hours before we would get our food. We would have gone somewhere else for dinner. My portion of the beef bourguignon was very tiny, only 2 pieces of meat in meal. Was planning on ordering dessert but it was almost 11pm so it was to late for me to eat dessert. Would never go back and would not recommend this restaurant.

This has become my favorite restaurant in Paris. The ambience is wonderful and all of the people that work there are extremely nice. The food is actually fairly reasonably priced given all that. However the food had an authentic natural goodness to it. Although it was slightly planned at times and slightly and consistent. The shrimp salad was very tasty. There are a number of wine choices but not really very many choices by the glass

This place is the first located in a more calm area. The street is narrow and with limited traffic that builds the genuine feeling. Maybe we are easy to trick tourists, but it felt...French :). What we appreciated straight away was the great service. Everyone made sure we had a good time and even though language was sometimes an issue the staff made sure to correct any mistakes and check up on us at all times! Food was also a delight. The egg plant starter was great as well as the salomon (even though it's hard to serve salomon to a Scandinavian ;)). The lamb for main was great and to especially liked the innovative touch with pumpkin and orange. Creme brûlée did not disappoint us together with the coffee! Price tag was decent (110€) including champagne! Well worth a visit. Make sure to sit outside!

Really lovely experience at Le Coupe-Chou. My friend recommended this place so I visited for my last night in Paris. The building alone makes it a special dining spot. I decided to treat myself to aperitif, main plate, glass of wine, and cheese plate. It was a bit of a splurge for me but by Paris standards, not too expensive. The service was very attentive (do NOT believe the American gossip about poor service in Paris). The food was very tasty -- no complaints at all. The guests were mostly not French, so in that respect the place *is* somewhat "touristy" but most definitely *not* a "tourist trap"--an important distinction. (Although I was eating dinner earlier than is typical in Paris... so it's possible more locals patronize the establishment later in the evening?) The ambience, food, drinks, and service were legitimately good. A great place to enjoy traditional French plates in a beautiful setting.

The atmosphere alone is worth the trip and the food is a bonus. This intimate building with many small rooms and a separate living room for dessert will satisfy your thirst for history and French cooking. The foie gras is excellent but the crostini is to die for. The warm hearth adds a touch of home. Highly recommended!

A perfect place for lunch. We found tHis llovelly quaint place oN a rainy day and it was the perfect respite. Wonderful comfort food in a cozy atmosphere!

Lovely little French restaurant with charming interiors and sweet outdoor seating. In the classier and more expensive side with medium to small portions. Menu is limited but chic. Service is so-so but that's probably die to language barrier. We tried 2 different kinds of fish. Both were good. Bread and olive oil were top class. Would return for sure

A very beautiful intimate restaurant. The food is exceptional and service is friendly and fast. If you like meat the beef o poivre is amazing. Our waitress looks like Anne Hathaway - freaky but fun! We will be back.

The building is over 200 yrs old. Cave like, with charming alcoves and a sitting room with a fireplace to enjoy a cognac or a coffee. This is where I was introduced to sweetbreads( didnt know what it was) and they were amazing, with a frise salad). Its full of flowers. And renaissance music In the background. A MUST GO

My husband and I first discovered Le Coupe-Chou last October, by recommendation of our hotel. At that time, we had a very good dinner, and service was excellent. When we visited Paris again at the end of May, a few weeks ago, we decided to treat ourselves and return for dinner. The setting is amazing and romantic, though the prices are quite a bit more than we normally pay while in Paris. We had so be looking forward to our second visit to the restaurant, but unfortunately, the extremely rude manager ruined our evening. I should mention that our waiter was very nice and fairly attentive. We started with the cauliflower soup, which was very good. I ordered the boeuf bourguignon, which I liked. My husband ordered the sea bream, which was served on a bed of fennel. The fish was awful! After my husband removed the skin, all that was left of the fish was very, very dark flesh. Needless to say, it was extremely strong and not at all edible. When my husband asked our waiter if he could instead order the boeuf bourguignon, he said that not only would we have to pay for the fish that was terrible, but the boeuf bourguignon as well. My husband asked to speak with the manager, and it went all down hill from there. When I say the manager was extremely rude, that is putting it mildly. We've visited Paris every year for the past 18 years, and have travelled quite a bit throughout Europe. Never, ever have we been treated so poorly til we met the manager at Le Coupe-Chou! He told my husband the same thing as the waiter did. There would be no "replacement", he would have to pay for the fish, which was disgusting, and the replacement meal of boeuf bourguignon, also. He rudely said that since my husband "did not like the taste" he couldn't do anything about it. "What if 2,000 other diners did the same?!!!", he said!!! My husband said he would be happy to pay for a new meal, but was not going to pay for the fish. The manager actually picked the fish up, held it to his nose, and loudly declared "there is nothing wrong with this fish!!". To add insult to injury, I was literally in the middle of taking a bite of my boeuf bourguignon, when the manager grabbed my plate away from me, and told us that we had to leave!!! The other tables (full of other Americans) heard every word and saw it all. I've never been more humiliated in my life, and left the restaurant in tears! Bottom line, if you eat here and don't care for your meal, don't complain or ask for any changes, or you will most likely be treated like crap, just like we were!!!