Chez Janou

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Reviews

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  Zion Kim

  2 months agoView on Google

  We had an incredible experience here. The food was absolutely amazing—probably one of our favorite meals in Paris. The value was incredible too. We’ve had meals that cost double and weren’t even close to as good. We ordered the liver, the duck (a must-try), the chocolate mousse, the crème brûlée, and the risotto—everything was absolutely delicious. The food was a 10/10 across the board. We’d definitely go back. The staff had a lot of character. The queue manager was honestly pretty rude—very short with everyone waiting in line—but it was almost comical. Once you got inside, the whole vibe changed and the service was genuinely warm and attentive. They even comped our champagne that we had while waiting, which was a really nice touch. We also got to sit outside, which made it even better. Overall, just an awesome experience and truly memorable food.

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  Yağmur Öykü Altıntaş

  a month agoView on Google

  ⸻ Absolutely incredible experience! The duck and potatoes were simply delicious, especially the sauce — unforgettable. We left the wine selection up to the staff, and we were very happy with their choice. To finish off the meal, we had the chocolate mousse, which was truly one of the best we’ve ever had — definitely lived up to the hype. The atmosphere was warm, local, and authentic, which we really appreciated. Yes, it’s a bit small and tightly packed, but honestly, that only added to the cozy, intimate vibe. At the end, they offered us a melon-flavored pastis, which we were told is something they’re known for — and it was amazing! Make sure to book in advance. We stopped by on our first day in Paris to make a reservation for four days later, and even then, we had to wait a bit despite having a booking. Totally worth it though!

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  AB

  2 weeks agoView on Google

  Chez Janou was everything I hoped for and more! A friend recommended it and it truly didn’t disappoint. The atmosphere was amazing—bustling, packed, and full of that charming, authentic French vibe. You’re seated close to others, but it just adds to the energy and fun of the place. We went around 1pm on a Friday and waited just over 40 minutes for a table inside, so I’d recommend booking ahead if you can. If not, the staff mentioned that 5pm is the best time to go without a wait. The food was incredible. We had the mussels—unlike any I’ve had before and a must-try! The risotto with scallops was perfection—super fresh, easy to eat, and packed with flavour. The crayfish and grapefruit salad was another standout—refreshing and perfectly balanced. The front-of-house manager is a total character and really brings the vibe together. He won’t explain the entire menu to you, but that’s part of the charm. The rest of the staff were a bit busy, so don’t expect constant check-ins, but it didn’t take away from the experience. Highly recommend—you’ve got to go!

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  Joanne Dale

  2 weeks agoView on Google

  We were fortunate to get a reservation online as they recently opened this option. The mussels, ravioli in cheese/cream sauce, and chocolate mousse were 5/5. I felt my lamb was a bit under seasoned and rarer than I expected as I had asked for medium; sauce was good. My husband’s salmon was a bit overcooked but crayfish sauce on risotto was excellent.

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  K K

  a month agoView on Google

  Absolutely the best meal we had in Paris. The duck is absolutely outstanding, the scallop risotto is delicious, the chocolate mousse is to die for. Martin recommended a great red wine and a very delicious Rose. We came to eat here twice and both times were just outstanding. The service is incredible and adds to the outstanding experience. Martin really went above and beyond to make our experience very memorable. We were also lucky enough to see all the chefs take a meal break at 5, so we were able to thank them and take a photo. I highly recommend this restaurant. I will definitely return when I’m back in Paris.