Mavrommatis
Quartier Latin, Paris
Restaurant in Paris, France
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A practical central-Paris bistrot choice for a low-drama lunch, date, or small celebration near Rue Duphot. Pick it for convenience and a composed room, not for a destination tasting-menu experience or a confirmed takeout plan.
About Mavrommatis
Le Bistrot Mavrommatis is a Paris option to consider for plans built around practical basics: posted hours and a smart-casual dress code. Use those details to decide whether it fits your plan, and check directly before relying on any specific menu, price, seating, or service format.
A compact Paris choice for plans that need to stay easy
The practical appeal to weigh first is simplicity. Le Bistrot Mavrommatis is best considered when the group wants a Paris meal with minimal moving parts. For a low-drama plan, the case is strongest when the schedule lines up with the posted opening times.
The off-premise question should be handled cautiously. Do not assume this is the right anchor for a hotel-room dinner or picnic plan. If the meal needs to travel, compare options through Our full Paris restaurants guide rather than forcing Le Bistrot Mavrommatis into a role that may not fit.
For comparison shopping, Chez Monsieur is another named venue to consider, while Marie Akaneya may also be useful as a separate reference point. For broader planning, compare Le Bistrot Mavrommatis with other Paris restaurants according to timing, mood, and how much certainty you need before booking.
Good for low-drama plans, less compelling as a destination detour
Consider this when convenience is part of the occasion: two people, a compact group, or a daytime-to-early-evening plan that benefits from clear opening hours. The schedule is Monday to Friday 10 AM–8 PM, Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, and Sunday closed. Do not make it the single anchor meal of a Paris trip without checking whether the format matches the mood you want.
If this slot is part of a wider itinerary, use city guides to keep the rest of the day organized: Our full Paris hotels guide, Our full Paris bars guide, Our full Paris wineries guide, and Our full Paris experiences guide. For France-wide comparison browsing, consider other dining options on their own merits rather than assuming similarities. When comparing venues, focus on the details that matter most before deciding which one is the better fit.
Planning details
- Location
- 18 Rue Duphot, 75001 Paris, France
- Website
- mavrommatis.com
- Phone
- +33142975304
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Mavrommatis presents Greek ingredients through a distinctly Parisian lens. The operation reads like a family-run neighbourhood table that treats eastern Mediterranean tradition as a primary language rather than a novelty. The dining room favors a fixed-bistrot structure, measured service and a considered wine list, which together create an unhurried, quietly confident atmosphere. It feels like a discreet Parisian address—focused, disciplined and quietly charming—where serious sourcing and classical service conventions frame dishes that are unmistakably rooted in Greek culinary identity.
Best For
This is a destination for composed, evening dining: the unhurried pace, considered wine list and formal bistrot frame make it well suited to date nights, business dinners and milestone meals. The restaurant’s placement on a quieter rue in the 1st arrondissement supports a focused dining experience that leans away from tourist traffic and toward a neighbourhood clientele seeking attentive service and thoughtful pairings. Guests come expecting multi-course meals and an atmosphere that privileges conversation and attentive hospitality.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house signatures and the wine program. The menu highlights precise reinterpretations of Greek classics—try the grilled octopus with phyllo and confit onions paired with Xinomavro, the Lozère lamb with halloumi and Swiss chard dolmades, and the scallops with lemon leaf toast alongside Spanakopita‑style ravioli. Because the service favors an unhurried rhythm and a considered wine list, plan to move through several courses and let the kitchen’s translation of Greek ingredients into a French bistrot register guide your selections.
Venue details
Ambiance
Stylish, minimalist setting with carefully studied aesthetic plating that complements refined, sophisticated dining focused on seasonal ingredients and chef inspiration.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Grilled octopus with phyllo pastry and confit onions with Xinomavro
- Lozère lamb with halloumi and Swiss chard dolmades
- Scallops with lemon leaf toast and Spanakopita-style ravioli
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 18 Rue Duphot, 75001 Paris, France
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Ferona, Notable alternative
- Chez Monsieur, Traditional Cuisine, €€€
- Magdalena, Notable alternative
- Le Grand Café Fauchon, Notable alternative
- Marie Akaneya, Japanese, €€€€
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Le Bistrot Mavrommatis is the easier, lower-pressure choice when location and a compact bistrot feel matter more than a clearly defined splurge format. Chez Monsieur is the stronger pick for diners specifically seeking Traditional Cuisine at a stated €€€ level, while Marie Akaneya is the clearer high-spend option if Japanese dining and a €€€€ tier fit the occasion.
Against Ferona, Magdalena, and Le Grand Café Fauchon, the practical case is simplicity: choose Le Bistrot Mavrommatis when the meal needs to fit neatly into a central Paris day rather than become the main event. For a more explicitly traditional meal, choose Chez Monsieur; for a more expensive special-occasion swing, choose Marie Akaneya.
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Compare Mavrommatis
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Bistrot Mavrommatis | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Ferona | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Chez Monsieur | Paris | Traditional Cuisine | €€€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate |
| Magdalena | Paris | , | , | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Recommended2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2026 Falstaff Restaurant GuideWe're Smart World Top 100 2025We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 The Best Chef Two Knives2025 Michelin 2 Stars2024 Michelin 2 Stars |
| Le Grand Café Fauchon | Paris | , | , | No published awards |
| Marie Akaneya | Paris | Japanese | €€€€ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Le Bistrot Mavrommatis?
Plan around the posted hours: Monday to Friday 10 AM–8 PM, Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, and Sunday closed. If your timing is important, confirm availability directly before making it a fixed part of the day.
Is Le Bistrot Mavrommatis good for solo dining?
It may be worth considering for a one-person Paris plan if the hours work for you, but confirm directly if you need a particular kind of table, pace, or experience.
What should I wear to Le Bistrot Mavrommatis?
The dress code is smart casual. Keep it neat and city-ready: relaxed tailoring, a clean shirt, or similarly polished casual clothing is a safe choice.
Is lunch or dinner better at Le Bistrot Mavrommatis?
The hours are Monday to Friday 10 AM–8 PM, Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, and Sunday closed. Those hours can suit daytime or earlier evening plans. Choose the time that best fits your schedule and confirm details directly if the meal format matters.
What should a first-timer know about Le Bistrot Mavrommatis?
Treat it as a practical Paris venue rather than as a special-occasion splurge. The strongest signals are its hours and smart-casual dress code, so timing and expectations matter. If you need current prices, dishes, seating, or service style, check directly before booking.
