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La Closerie des Lilas
French Restaurant and Caf退€€
Notre-Dame-des-Champs, Paris
"Yes the drinks are pricey but it is totally worth it!"(6 Tips)
"One of the best steak tartares and millefeuille ever!"(2 Tips)
"Beautiful piano melody in the air, and treasure food in your plate!"(2 Tips)
"... Very historic, in that Ernest Hemingway frequented this charming establishment. It..."(2 Tips)
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Sylvia Boticario FondanècheJuly 8, 2017For a romantic evening dinner, wonderful cuisine and perfect service. Pricey but well worth it. The bar is pleasant and piano adds that extra nostalgic touch.
Shayan SanyalNovember 9, 2018Get the oysters and their epic steak tartare for a totally French surf and turf ! The bistro is easier to get into than the restaurant (walk ins). Try and get seated outside in the summer.
- Fernanda Di GiaimoSeptember 16, 2015One of Hemingway's favorite places in Paris, the restaurant could be a cliché. It isn't. Great place, nice staff, great French traditional menu. One of the best steak tartares and millefeuille ever! ❤
- Eren OzalayMay 21, 2013excellent bar! I came here after a heavy dinner in le Dome across the street and had a very good digestive cocktail: stinger and I loved it. Yes the drinks are pricey but it is totally worth it!
Eric DallemagneApril 17, 2017Like other Left Bank institutions (namely Les Deux Magots and Le Café de Flore) the Closerie des Lilas was where the intelligentsia hung out in the early 20th century.
Michael CassisJanuary 19, 2022Although an unwelcoming attitude from the maitre, the vibe and food were great. A bit touristy but very nice. Excellent pianist as well.
- Stephanie Davis GarzoliJanuary 1, 2016The atmosphere is incredible here. Very historic, in that Ernest Hemingway frequented this charming establishment. It is unique and very special.
- Andreas CohenFebruary 13, 2013Not only has it wonderful classical Parisian ambiance, the oysters and la soupe à l'oignon are fabulous. Top of its genre
MariOctober 28, 2012Come here and pretend you're in the 20's and you see Hemingway and Fitzgerald at the other end of the bar. They're probably drunk so don't bother them.
Es HSeptember 2, 2012The bartender was excellent and was such a pleasure to watch him make delicious cocktails. Dining outside on the patio was romantic and the service was great.
Kateryna LadyzhenskaJuly 28, 2013Just order buffalo tomato with mozzarella. And a big kind of surprise is waiting for u! Sorbet with basilica inside of a tomato! Very delicious!
Allison KasicOctober 15, 2016Get a cocktail. It's worth the high price. These bartenders know their stuff.
Leah RaddishMarch 5, 2015The food menu is quite pricey, but if you want to enjoy the atmosphere try going in between lunch and dinner for a café or wine.
Peep ClarpApril 6, 2019Finish your meal with a delicious Lila’s Cup — it’s an amazing lilac and raspberry sundae
Brian FitzgeraldNovember 12, 2017History. Susan George, Marcus Raskin, Richard Barnet and two dozen leading intellectuals who opposed the US war on Vietnam met here in October 1972 and founded TNI, the Transnational Institute.
Elaine LuJuly 2, 2013The millefeuille is to die for! Foie gras terrine is very smooth and subtle. A bit pricey but well worth it
Maitha Al-MehairbiSeptember 13, 2012You'll mostly find local Parisians in this discrete cafe. It's also where literates like Oscar Wilde and Hemingway used to come!
Tribegram.comJanuary 5, 2012You hate or you love Hemingway but you have to get there to shoot incredible Art Déco work ! And enjoy the occasional drink !- Audrey BRUISSONNovember 22, 2012Somewhere precious for a priceless diner! Beautiful piano melody in the air, and treasure food in your plate! Perfect experience :)
TravelByArtJuly 31, 2014Ernest Hemingway would come here to write his short stories and articles for the Toronto Star. Closerie became his „home café”. Read more
Peter DayDecember 21, 2013The ambience is what anyone comes here for. The food is a low standard for its price in Paris. Bye les Lilas
SharonMarch 19, 2011Amazing French food. Brasserie side is fun and buzzie, but bring your wallet; not cheap!
MariChaMarch 5, 2014Such a disappointment. I'm starting to think that all the legendary restaurants in Paris have become just touristic attractions, and they have no service or quality to offer. That's just too sad.- Jim BeckJune 19, 2016Nice place for a quick bite, not a very diverse menu and a bit of a tourist trap. Pianist is ok but have seen better
Matthew ScottMay 30, 2010The bartenders are awesome, therefore order your favorite cocktail and be amazed!
Jean-Pierre RiehlMay 9, 20182è visite et tjs cette même impression de grand restaurant avec une histoire. Plats excellents. cuisine simple mais riche. Service au top, il y a du monde autour de vous sans qu’ils vous gênent. Top!
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Haute cuisine servie en salle et sous la grande véranda de ce restaurant au passé littéraire et artistique.
Closed until Noon (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- Noon–12:30 AM
+33 1 40 51 34 50
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Visa & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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