La Closerie des Lilas

  • French (Brasserie), French (Classic)
  • 06th arrondissement
171, bd du MontparnasseParis, France 75006www.closeriedeslilas.fr
  • 01-40-51-34-50

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Stats

71%
Liked it
# of Reviews:
222
French (Brasserie) Rank:
19 of 65
06th arrondissement Rank:
58 of 98
Members Been Here:
4
Member Favorites:
5

Member Reviews

Most Recent Reviews

  • C'est plutôt bon, mais le service n'est pas au rendez-vous. Je n'y remettrai plus les pieds, dommage.

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  • The ambiance was worth the price! The place is so French, the people are worth watching, you never know who might be sitting next to you - a writer, state official, musician or celebrity. The food was delicious, the Oysters were fresh and cold and delicious and the wine was great. My favorite was the Lilac cup - delicious ice cream, sorry, it just finished the evening perfectly!

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  • Watch out for thiefs in the outside patio! The service is good and the bar one of the best in this neighborhood.

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  • "If the film ""Midnight in Paris"" and your new-found interest in Literary Paris drew you here, keep walking: the only writers you'll find here are news hacks bellied up to the bar. Way, way past its prime."

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  • "Drinks and snacks seem to be the way to enjoy this popular meeting place. The garden in good weather is most fun, although the natives don't mind being outdoors even in the cold. Pricey for a drink, but you pay for its fame."

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Good to Know

Atmosphere
Offbeat
Power Scene
Features
Family Style Portions
Game Served
No Air Conditioning
Open Late
Private Room Available
Raw Bar
Terrace/Deck
Meals
Lunch Served
Dinner Served
Signature Dishes
Quenelles de brochet sauce a la langoustine
tartare de boeuf