Cafe Constant does not accept reservation. Just before the opening hours, you will expect to see an anxious crowd lingering at the entrance trying to get the attention of the staff for a table. If you wish to eat there, it is advisable for you to arrive early to "position" yourself. There is a reason for this phenomenon. Owning this humble restaurant is Chef Christian Constant, a Michelin 1-star chef as well as a member of the jury for Top Chef TV show. Despite of his reputation and high quality of food he produces, the price is very reasonable. Together with Le Violon d'Ingres (Michelin 1-star restaurant) and Les Cocottes de Christian Constant, he has built his empire in rue St Dominique area.
The staff are friendly and speak good English (understand from them this is the restaurant hiring policy). Though we were ushered to our seats and have our orders taken about the same time as the rest of the customers, we did not have to wait long for the food to be served.
For appetizers, Lobster Ravioli is a hit as you can find this dish on many tables. You can find fresh lobster meat wrapped in ravioli which blends well with the tasty foamy shellfish sauce. But what I like better is the Sauteed Squid which is very flavourful.
The "Patte Blueue" chicken and the Free-range quail with foie gras are excellent main choices.
A must-try dessert is the Homemade profiteroles. The warm chocolate fudge was poured onto the pair of golden cream puffs and huge vanilla ice-cream in front of our eyes. Simply delicious! Another french dessert worth mentioning is Ile flottante. Also known as floating island, this consists of megrine floating on caramel sauce. We almost licked our dessert plates.
This bistro is within walking distance from Eiffel Tower. A highly recommended place if you are around that area!
Budget : $ $
Rating : 8.25 / 10
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