Cinq-Mars
7th Arr. (Palais-Bourbon), Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Cinq-Mars is a practical Left Bank choice for an easy Paris lunch or dinner, especially if you want a central 7th-arrondissement meal without making the booking the whole plan. Go for convenience and neighborhood usefulness; cross-shop Akabeko for a clearly priced €€€€ fusion brief or Le Poulpry when the setting matters more.
About Cinq-Mars
Cinq-Mars is a Paris dining venue open for lunch and dinner every day of the week. Use it as a practical planning option when you need a meal in Paris and want the essentials in place: when it is open and what level of dress is appropriate.
A Paris pick for diners who value clear practical details
Cinq-Mars opens for lunch from 12–2:30 PM daily, and for dinner from 7–10 PM Sunday through Thursday, with Friday and Saturday dinner extending to 10:30 PM. The dress code is casual.
Treat Cinq-Mars as a practical Paris booking rather than a destination tasting-menu decision. If you are comparing options, consider Akabeko, Les Antiquaires, La Bonne Excuse, Tan Dinh, or Le Poulpry as other named venues to review separately.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose Cinq-Mars when the basics are enough for your plan: Paris location, daily lunch, daily dinner, and casual dress. If your meal depends on a particular cuisine, price level, room style, chef, award history, or special service format, confirm those details directly before booking.
For a sharper comparison set, Tan Dinh, Le Poulpry, Les Antiquaires, La Bonne Excuse, and Akabeko are natural names to review alongside Cinq-Mars. For broader planning, scan Our full Paris restaurants guide, then pair the meal with Our full Paris hotels guide, Our full Paris bars guide, Our full Paris wineries guide, or Our full Paris experiences guide.
Quick reference: Cinq-Mars is open daily for lunch and dinner in Paris, with casual dress. Friday and Saturday dinner hours run later than the rest of the week.
Planning details
- Location
- 51 Rue de Verneuil, 75007 Paris, France
- Website
- site-cinq-mars.webflow.io
- Phone
- +33145446913
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cinq‑Mars reads like a quietly confident left‑bank bistro. Set on Rue de Verneuil amid 18th‑century limestone façades, the room asks you to settle in rather than perform, and its focus on classical French technique applied to market‑fresh produce keeps the food rooted and straightforward. The effect is cozy and intimate without theatrics: a working bistro that privileges flavour, seasonality and the comfort of a neighbourhood table. The tone is relaxed and historic rather than trendy, making the place feel like a genuine Parisian meal among locals.
Best For
This is a neighbourhood destination for people who want an unpretentious, well‑cooked meal in a quiet 7th‑arrondissement setting. It works well for neighbourhood dinners, low‑key date nights and after‑work meals, and it suits small groups who want a convivial table rather than a staged tasting. The focus on market produce and classical technique also makes it appealing to diners who appreciate traditional French cooking executed with care, without the formality of a destination tasting menu.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the bistro staples that showcase the menu’s market‑forward approach: the Conquet sausages with mashed potatoes and the pork chop for hearty, classic flavours; the whole sea bass with fennel and pastis for a lighter, aromatic option; and escargots if you’re in the mood for a canonical French starter. Finish with the chocolate mousse for a reliably satisfying dessert. The overall menu rewards selections that highlight single ingredients handled with classical technique.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and homey with mixed modern and retro décor, featuring an enormous glass window typical of Parisian artist studios, creating an intimate and unpretentious atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Conquet sausages with mashed potatoes
- Chocolate mousse
- Whole sea bass with fennel and pastis
- Escargots
- Pork chop
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 51 Rue de Verneuil, 75007 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to look if this does not fit
Choose Akabeko if the group wants a clearer splurge and fusion brief. Choose Le Poulpry if the occasion needs a more formal-feeling Paris setting.
Restaurant context
How Cinq-Mars compares in Paris
Cinq-Mars is the easier, lower-commitment pick in this set: choose it when the priority is a central Left Bank meal with minimal booking friction. Akabeko is the clearer splurge signal because it is listed as €€€€ fusion, so it suits diners who want a defined format and are comfortable with a higher spend.
Tan Dinh and La Bonne Excuse are better cross-shops when the restaurant identity matters more than pure convenience. If the meal is tied to hosting, client dining, or a more occasion-led room, Le Poulpry and Les Antiquaires are the safer names to compare before deciding.
For value, Cinq-Mars wins only if you are optimizing for ease and location rather than a named cuisine or award signal. For a more deliberate dinner, Akabeko gives the clearest expectation-setting in advance.
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Compare Cinq-Mars
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cinq-Mars | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Tan Dinh | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| La Bonne Excuse | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Le Poulpry | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Les Antiquaires | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Akabeko | Paris | Fusion | €€€€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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How Cinq-Mars Paris compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cinq-Mars good for solo dining?
Cinq-Mars may be a practical option for a solo meal in Paris if the basics fit your plan. Lunch runs daily from 12–2:30 PM, and dinner is offered every evening.
How far ahead should I book Cinq-Mars?
Use the published hours to plan: lunch is 12–2:30 PM daily, dinner is 7–10 PM Sunday through Thursday, and dinner runs 7–10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.
What should I wear to Cinq-Mars?
The dress code is casual. There is no need to plan around a formal dress requirement.
Is Cinq-Mars good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for a Paris meal if the basics suit the occasion: daily lunch, daily dinner, and casual dress. If you need a particular room style, menu format, or celebration setup, confirm directly before booking.
Is lunch or dinner better at Cinq-Mars?
Both are available daily. Lunch runs from 12–2:30 PM every day; dinner runs from 7–10 PM Sunday through Thursday and 7–10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.
What are other venues to compare with Cinq-Mars?
Tan Dinh, Le Poulpry, Les Antiquaires, La Bonne Excuse, and Akabeko are useful names to compare separately when planning a meal.
What should a first-timer know about Cinq-Mars?
Start with the essentials: Cinq-Mars is in Paris, the dress code is casual, lunch is 12–2:30 PM daily, and dinner runs 7–10 PM most nights, with Friday and Saturday extending to 10:30 PM.
