Favorite Paris Bistros Twenty-first Century Edition [Paperback]

Robert Seass (Author), Michele Seass (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2002

Savoring the renown cuisine of France should be one of the high-points of any trip to Paris. Unfortunately, many travel guides give their top ratings to deluxe "temples" of haute cuisine that most travelers will find stuffy, intimidating and - even with the strong dollar - incredibly expensive. Conversely, the low-priced brasserie/cafés that can be found on almost every street corner are fine places to stop for a drink but generally serve mediocre food. Worst of all, there are also many tourist traps that manage to be both mediocre and expensive. What's the secret to finding a great meal in Paris without spending a fortune? Join Bob and Michele Seass, authors of "Best Bistros & Brasseries in New York City" as they dine, just as most Parisians do, in cozy, reasonably priced neighborhood bistros. In "Favorite Paris Bistros - Twenty-First Century Edition" they share the many dining highlights, plus a few surprising lowlights, from their last eight trips to the City! of Light. Their trip reports also include sightseeing suggestions and tips on cozy small hotels.

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From the Publisher

"Favorite Paris Bistros – Twenty-first Century Edition" is the new, revised and greatly expanded third edition of the Parisian savvy dining guide, "Favorite Paris Bistros." It is also one of the first Parisian travel guides to show all prices in euros.

Product Details

• Paperback: 124 pages
• Publisher: Best Bistros & Brasseries (May 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0965098478
• ISBN-13: 978-0965098472
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,493,017 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book/tool for Paris visitor, January 28, 2003

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Virginia Redfield (Edmonds, WA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Favorite Paris Bistros Twenty-first Century Edition (Paperback)

This book was sent as a gift last summer before three of my friends and I went to Paris last fall. It was one of the most helpful, concise tools for selecting eating places in Paris. It is so well organized, fits in one's handbag, and was helpful in selecting eating places that didn't "bust the budget" but were delightful. I think it is a must for the Paris traveler of many times(like me) or the first time visitor. Dom't leave home without it!

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fine and affordable dining in Paris., June 19, 2002

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"ref3069" (Princeton, NJ United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Favorite Paris Bistros Twenty-first Century Edition (Paperback)

An accurate assessment of many Paris bistros and small restaurants throughout the city. Amusing personal anecdotes and helpful hints on places to dine in all arrondissements drawn from years of experience. This guide is essential planning for the first-time as well as the seasoned traveler.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't leave home without it, September 23, 2006

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Leslie - See all my reviews

This review is from: Favorite Paris Bistros Twenty-first Century Edition (Paperback)

My husband and I just returned from a wonderful week in Paris. We set out to hit as many bistros as possible and this guide was a great help. We hit the following top picks and loved them all: Allard - probably the best frisee and lardons salad anywhere; Chardenoux - the raspberry gratin was heaven; Chez Georges - perfect in every way, one of our favorites - loved the lentil salad, sole georges and profiteroles; La Grille - the overall best experience, doesn't get any better, turbot for two was divine and the family atmosphere and personal attenion were icing on the cake; Le Voltaire - wonderfully clubby and the food was killer; and our last meal at La Petit Marguery was divine - the rabbit pate and grilled mushrooms for starters and the grand marnier souffle for finishers - wow. This book was the perfect fit for us - small, easy to use and absolutely accurate.