Aubexco

"The Bistrot Paul Bert gained global attention after the beloved, late chef and food connoisseur Anthony Bourdain featured it on his travel show "No Reservations." But locals have known for years what Anthony divulged to the rest of us: this is simply one Paris' finest bistrots. If the old-world dining room didn't offer enough charm on its own, owner Bertrand Auboyneau’s painstakingly assembled menu of French brasserie classics certainly does. The ingredients are invariably fresh and locally sourced. And despite the restaurant's solid renown among foodies and critics, prices have remained reasonable—a real boon for the budget traveler seeking an excellent French meal. The Steak-Frites While most restaurants reserve the entrecôte (ribeye) section of beef for steaks, the Bistrot Paul Bert instead serves a remarkably tender filet mignon for theirs. It's served encrusted in black peppercorns and is typically garnished with a Cognac-Armagnac butter and cream sauce that foodies consistently rave about. The hand-cut fries, golden-brown on the outside and satisfyingly mealy inside, are also reputed to be excellent. Reservations are essential at this popular table. Wine lovers will appreciate the extensive and thoughtful wine list, too."