"le Petit Prince de Paris" - anyone eaten here?
 

I have come across a variety of reviews for this intriguing-sounding restaurant. It is in the 5th arrondissement tucked away behind the Pantheon in rue de l'anneau, and is close to where I am staying. I am looking for a good but inexpensive restaurant for 14 July, Bastille Night, and gather from this website that I should book in advance....

Has anyone ever eaten here?

Yep, ate there last year.

We found a description of the place in the Paris Zagat's guide - it sounded good. It wasn't easy to find the place, and the few locals we asked for directions didn't seem familiar with the place. But we managed to track it down.

We did not have reservations, but were right there when they opened the doors for the evening, and they seated us (we promised we wouldn't linger). The restaurant certainly filled up while we dined, so reservations are probably a good idea.

The service was just wonderful.

I don't remember much about the food other than it was indeed good, and lived up to our expectations.

I am not sure what you consider to be "inexpensive." I would classify it as a mid-range restaurant...

I have been there twice and think it is excellent. Great food, atmosphere, and service, and the price isn't bad at all. There are two choices of prix fixe menus (different prices) with good choices for each. It is not a very large place so it would probably be a good idea to book in advance.

I ate there in February and enjoyed it very much. Nice atmosphere and good value for very good food.

We had an enjoyable dinner Le Petit Prince. It is a little difficult to find. The food was delicious and we liked the atmosphere even though tables are rather close together. The restaurant was crowded when we went, but we did make reservations. I think you will enjoy it.

We loved Le Petit Prince and ate there twice during our week in Paris. We liked the fact that it was off the beaten track. The food was delicious and not too expensive. The staff was very friendly and helpful explaining the menu.

One of my favorite restaurants in Paris. It's small, cozy, great service and wonderful food (the best escargot!!). As I recall, dinner for two with small wine was around 60€. Reservations are a must I think as it is so small. The owner and his son are delightful.

I have booked a table this Saturday at Le Petit Prince after hearing great reviews. It sounds rather difficult to find. Please can someone give me clear directions to the restaurant?

Hi miah,

Enter your address and the restaurant's address at www.mappy.com. Change "express" to pedestrian.

If it is too far to walk, find the nearest metro stop. Go to www.ratp.fr for how to get from your address to that metro stop.

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I am terrible with maps and was hoping someone who has already been there could give me directions from the nearest tube station....

Not much new to add to the above, except that it is one of our favorites for good food and value, plus friendly service. We ate their twice last summer. When we went the second time we didn't have reservations and they appeared to be totally full. There was a fairly large group near the front and the host recognized us from a few days before and insisted we stay. They actually set up a table near the entrance for us -- since they had moved other tables together for this group and there was plenty of room for another table and two chairs. Then they took great care of us and once again we had a wonderful meal.

We have that on our list for this year, too and also Le coupe-chou which is on the same street.
Mappy gives good directions to both ..it's at 11 rue Lanneau.

Take the metro to Maubert Mutualite. Walk up hill on the rue des Carmes. Cross rue des Ecoles and keep going up hill one block, then turn right on rue de Lanneau. The restaurant is on the right.