Le Reminet
Quartier Latin, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Le Reminet is a practical Left Bank pick near Notre-Dame for diners who want a composed Paris meal without chasing a trophy reservation. Book it for convenience, neighborhood fit, and an easier planning lift; choose Sola for a clearer creative splurge or Atelier Maître Albert for a more transparent traditional €€ alternative.
About Le Reminet
Le Reminet is a Paris restaurant with lunch and dinner hours on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday.
The useful decision point is timing. Le Reminet serves lunch from 12–2:30 PM and dinner from 7–10 PM on its open days, so it can fit either a daytime meal or an evening plan in Paris. Dress is smart casual, which makes it direct for travelers who want to look polished without planning for formal wear.
Book it for a practical Paris meal, not a trophy meal
Treat Le Reminet as a Paris restaurant to consider when the schedule matters and the group wants lunch or dinner on a day it is open. If the occasion requires clearer culinary positioning before booking, compare it with another Paris option such as Sola.
For a broader shortlist, you can also compare Le Reminet with Atelier Maître Albert, Le Grenier de Notre-Dame, Hébé, or YA BAYTÉ by Hébé.
The timing is lunch or dinner on open days
Lunch is available from 12–2:30 PM on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Dinner is available from 7–10 PM on those same days. Tuesday and Wednesday are closed, so avoid building a plan around those dates unless the venue posts a change through its official channels.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12–2:30 PM, 7–10 PM · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- 3 Rue des Grands Degrés, 75005 Paris, France
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- lereminet.fr
- Phone
- +33144070424
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Le Reminet occupies a compact stone‑walled room on a narrow Left Bank lane, and its personality is set more by fabric and proximity than by design flourishes. Low ceilings and rough masonry concentrate the energy into an intimate dining space that reads as quietly old‑world rather than fashionably new. Le Reminet sits in the 'middle register' of Parisian cooking, with an unpretentious and focused tone: comfortably snug, with a sense of history from the surrounding Quartier Latin. It feels like a place for concentrated, attentive plates rather than theatrical service.
Best For
This is a restaurant for diners who appreciate thoughtfully executed, market‑shaped French cooking in a small, inward‑facing room. The scale and atmosphere suit one‑to‑two table reservations and business dinners that value discreet conversation; it is less appropriate for large celebratory parties. Because the kitchen leans on daily market arrivals from nearby Marché Maubert, meals here reward diners who come for a deliberate dinner service and want to experience seasonal, ingredient‑forward bistro fare rather than a broad, prix‑fixe spectacle.
Ordering Tips
The kitchen’s sourcing is organized around what arrives each morning at the nearby Marché Maubert, so ask your server about market‑driven plates on the day you visit. Lean into mains that reflect seasonality (items like Navarin Spring Lamb, Sea Bass Fillet or Guinea Fowl are among the house specialties) and consider classic bar‑room preparations such as Steak Tartare. For a rich, shareable note, the Gnocchi with Truffle or Asparagus with Foie Gras are emblematic of the menu style, and finishing with the Île Flottante keeps the meal traditionally French and satisfying.
Venue details
Ambiance
Low-lit dining room with dim lighting, chandeliers, antique mirrors, stone walls, velvet accents, fresh flowers, and an elegant bistro aesthetic that feels like a classic Parisian hideaway.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Prix fixe, Tasting menu
- Drinks Focus
- Wine pairings, Seasonal cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options, Allergy accommodating
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
7 itemsKnow before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 3 Rue des Grands Degrés, 75005 Paris, France
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12–2:30 PM, 7–10 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 12–2:30 PM, 7–10 PM
- Friday
- 12–2:30 PM, 7–10 PM
- Saturday
- 12–2:30 PM, 7–10 PM
- Sunday
- 12–2:30 PM, 7–10 PM
Location
Also consider
Where to look if this does not fit
Pick Sola if the meal needs to feel more creative and higher-stakes, and the €€€€ tier is acceptable. Pick Atelier Maître Albert if the group wants a more transparent traditional €€ option in Paris.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Paris
Le Reminet is the easier, lower-friction choice for a Left Bank meal near Notre-Dame. Sola is the splurge alternative: its creative €€€€ positioning gives diners a clearer signal that the meal is about culinary ambition, but it asks for a higher spend and a more intentional plan.
For value and predictability, Atelier Maître Albert is the cleaner benchmark because its traditional cuisine and €€ tier are easier to read before booking. If dietary needs are central, Le Grenier de Notre-Dame is the more useful cross-shop, especially for diners who want a nearby alternative with a clearer vegetarian angle.
Hébé and YA BAYTÉ by Hébé are better for readers who want a more defined restaurant identity before committing. Choose Le Reminet when convenience, neighborhood atmosphere, and booking ease matter more than a fully signposted chef-led format.
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Compare Le Reminet
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Reminet | Paris | No published awards | ||
| YA BAYTÉ by Hébé | Paris | No published awards | ||
| Hébé | Paris | No published awards | ||
| Le Grenier de Notre-Dame | Paris | No published awards | ||
| Atelier Maître Albert | Paris | Traditional Cuisine | €€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Sola | Paris | Creative | €€€€ | No published awards |
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How Le Reminet Paris compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Le Reminet in Paris?
Other Paris options to compare include Hébé, Le Grenier de Notre-Dame, Atelier Maître Albert, Sola, and YA BAYTÉ by Hébé. Use current availability, published menus, dress expectations, and confirmed service details to decide which one best fits your meal.
Is Le Reminet good for solo dining?
Le Reminet may work for a solo meal if its Paris location and open hours fit your schedule. The lunch window is 12–2:30 PM and the dinner window is 7–10 PM on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Is lunch or dinner better at Le Reminet?
Lunch is available from 12–2:30 PM on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Dinner is available from 7–10 PM on the same days. Choose lunch for a daytime plan and dinner for an evening meal in Paris; Le Reminet is closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Is Le Reminet good for a special occasion?
Le Reminet can be considered for a Paris lunch or dinner if its hours and smart-casual dress code fit the occasion.
