Although I have been privileged to eat throughout France from Michelin 3 stars Haute Cuisine to simple farmhouse cooking and everything in between. Truth be told, , my main interest in traveling to France is to experience its food and cooking.
Ask me what one of my favorite type of meals is in France and my answer is simple, it is -Entrecote (beef rib steak) and fries. It’s simple, straightforward, hardy and soul satisfying.
The best place in Paris (the locals eat here on a regular basis, even thought it might seem touristy) is the Relais de l’Entrecote ( there are three locations in the city) and no reservations are taken, so sometimes the lines are long; but it’s worth waiting for. The menu is super simple - here only one dish is on the menu: steak frites with a simple green salad.
I suppose you’re wondering what’s the big deal, since one can get steak frites at any corner bistro. True, but what makes L’entrecote special is the secret sauce that tops the steak. A tangy mustardy, béarnaise-like mysterious sauce, it was scrumptious and gives the steak a whole other taste dimension.
Please, don't ask for it well done ( you'll be shown to the door!)
Served already sliced, the meat is tender and juicy, and the frites, are the perfect temperature and crispness. Yes, you get second helpings too……
Its a family run show, now into it's third generation and their care for their food and clients well being certainly shows…It's cozy and comforting...Who could ask for anything more?
Enjoy!