The Paris Café

Everything was so good ! Thank you

Wonderful French restaurant.

As a seaport resident for the past decade, the Paris Cafe has always been a go-to and favorite. The tavern food and atmosphere was always great, reliable, and special. It closed during the pandemic which was heart breaking. When it reopened under new ownership a few years ago, it had lost a bit of the charm and soul that had always made it special. It was attempting to be something fancier than it needed to be and didn't quite work.
I am beyond thrilled to say that the new ownership and management, Hudson Street Hospitality, has brought The Paris back to its original glory while definitely elevating the food/ menu. They have seamlessly made tweaks that are hard to exactly pinpoint but somehow the atmosphere/ vibe is exactly right. They have paid all the respect to the history of the space and the food is exactly what you want at a neighborhood staple.. delicious but not trying too hard. So happy to have The Paris back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tucked in the quiet side of South Street Seaport, a table on the sidewalk in a sunny late autumn day was the best for a leisurely lunch in busy NYC. Food was nice. Service was friendly. Price was reasonable. 2024.11.06

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good vibes

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Avocado Toast

A real gem in New York!
The Paris Cafe is the ideal place for a moment of relaxation in a charming and warm setting. Located at 119 South Street, this place exudes authenticity with an atmosphere that combines Parisian elegance and New York friendliness.

The food is absolutely delicious, with tasty and perfectly presented dishes. Whether for brunch, lunch or dinner, the options are varied and suitable for all tastes. The staff is extremely welcoming, attentive and always ready to respond to even the slightest needs.

Special mention for the cocktails and desserts: a pure treat! The atmosphere, combined with careful decoration, makes this place a must-see if you are passing through the neighborhood.

I recommend 100%, whether for an outing with friends, a romantic date or simply to enjoy a good meal. The Paris Cafe is an experience not to be missed in New York.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I love this cafeteria

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good cafeteria

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My team had planned a small holiday gathering at the Paris Cafe, booking over a week in advance. As you can imagine, finding space for 12 people during the holidays is challenging. Less than 2.5 hours before our reservation, we received a call that it had been canceled for a private event made that day. This was incredibly rude and inconsiderate. Although they apologized, it didn't address the larger issue. It was impossible to find another reservation for 12 people on the same day in New York City, effectively canceling our holiday celebration. Thanks to Paris Cafe, our holiday plans were ruined. #grinch

Service: 1

We made a reservation for a team dinner. They canceled on us *3 hours* before our reservation. Horribly unprofessional -- they clearly do not care about their customers. Do not come!

Service: 1

Everything about this place is A+. The salmon was great. It was tasty and full of flavor. The mac n cheese was also good. Check out their website for happy hour offers. The service was also great as well as the atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Crispy Skin Salmon

Food isn’t great

I recommend everyone to go there

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Charming Experience at The Paris Café

I had a wonderful time at The Paris Café. The ambiance was quintessentially Parisian, with cozy seating, stylish decor, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxing break, whether you’re stopping for coffee, lunch, or a light evening meal. 🥰

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I've always liked The Paris Cafe but had a particularly terrific visit last night. It was a Monday and not as busy as it can sometimes be. Service was friendly but unobtrusive. My Tito's martini was bliss and my trout almondine was absolutely delicious---the best restaurant meal I've had in a very long time. My very particular companion enjoyed his shrimp scampi and was especially pleased with the way his Old Fashioneds were made. There was recorded music but at a reasonable level so conversation could flow. Kudos to the owners, manager, kitchen and bar staff as well as servers. I'll be going back very soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5