L’Ami Jean
Bistro — Gros-Caillou (Paris)
About
L'Ami Jean is a Parisian bistro culinary landmark in the 7th arrondissement, led by Breton chef Stéphane Jego. Known for its hearty, bold cuisine and famously generous portions, the restaurant offers a traditional setting with tightly packed tables and an electrifying atmosphere. Jego's menu celebrates Southwest French flavors, with signature dishes like his world-renowned rice pudding. Recognized by Gault&Millau, the restaurant embodies the vibrant spirit of French bistronomy, where each plate tells a story of passion, technique, and personal heritage.
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L’Ami Jean – C'est meilleur quand c'est bon
Cuisine du Sud-Ouest riche et généreuse emmenée par Stéphane Jego, chef fougueux et engagé. Terrines, boudins, cochon dans tout ses états et un riz au lait d’anthologie. Belle carte de gibier en saison.
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L'Ami Jean – Paris - a MICHELIN Guide Restaurant
1. MICHELIN Guide Restaurants 2. France 3. Ile-de-France 4. Paris Restaurants 5. L'Ami Jean 27 rue Malar, Paris, 75007, France €€€ · Traditional Cuisine Iconic L'AMI JEAN 27 rue Malar, Paris, 75007, France €€€ · Traditional Cuisine Iconic Passionate about fine seasonal produce, Stéphane Jégo serves cuisine that is bursting with generosity and flavours. Dishes with quite some character! Be sure to book. LOCATION Monday closed Tuesday 12 PM-2 PM 6:30 PM-11 PM Wednesday 12 PM-2 PM 6:30 PM-11 PM Thursday 12 PM-2 PM 6:30 PM-11 PM Friday 12 PM-2 PM 6:30 PM-11 PM Saturday 12 PM-2 PM Sunday closed Paris, France €€ · Traditional Cuisine Paris, France €€ · Modern Cuisine Paris, France €€€ · Modern Cuisine Paris, France €€€€ · Creative Paris, France €€€ · Seafood Paris, France €€ · Korean Paris, France €€€ · Modern Cuisine Paris, France €€ · Modern Cuisine Member privileges Paris, France Guest score: 19.1 Anne Member privileges Paris, France Guest score: 19.4 Brach Member privileges Member privileges Member privileges Member privileges Paris, France Guest score: 18.5 Member privileges Paris, France Guest score: 19.2 Member privileges Paris, France Guest score: 19.4 RELATED READS
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L'Ami Jean — Restaurant Review | Condé Nast Traveler
Tell us about your first impressions when you arrived. Apparently almost nothing has changed in the decor of this quintessential Parisian bistro since it first opened as a Basque pub in the 1930s: traditional wood tables set up communal style, red leather banquettes, tiled floors, dim lighting, and a semi-open kitchen at the back. A refreshing antidote to the Brooklynization of casual Parisian dining, L'Amis Jean holds fast to a bygone era without gimmick. What was the crowd like? Ultimate foodies, these won't be diners who happen upon L'Ami Jean: these are diners who have done their research. It has something of a cult following among in-the-know locals and foreign food-obsessed travelers, who consider it a must when they come to town. What should we be drinking? Put your choice in the hands of the honest servers. Main event: the food. Give us the lowdown—especially what not to miss. Stéphane Jego is among the visionaries of the early bistronomy movement, which in this case simply means the environment is anything but stuffy, the food is hearty (think American hearty, not your usual French hearty), the ambience is rollicking, and the food has the technique and presentation of fine-dining establishments without the exorbitant prices. And good thing, too, because the food is absolutely the star of the show and far more refined, adventurous, and surprising than the space would lead you to believe it will be. A few sample dishes: Parmesan soup with cabbage and bonito flakes; roasted pigeon with thyme and garlic; pork belly and lentils; and a rice pudding, the chef's signature dessert. And how did the front-of-house folks treat you? Everything can get a bit hectic in the dining room—the boisterous chatter, tight quarters, and even tighter kitchen. There may be some hollering and it make take some time to get that extra glass for wine or a fresh carafe of water, but that's part of L'Ami Jean's character. What’s the real-real on why we’re coming here? It's fun with groups if you can snag enough seats.
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