There are some addresses where you just know you’re going to have a good time. Such is the case at Le Petit Bal Perdu, a bistro with a guinguette spirit, as colorful as it is warm. With its flower-filled terrace and tasty dishes, this neighborhood restaurant will immediately win you over with its romantic allure. And what’s more? it hides one of the best chocolate mousses in the capital… A delicious return to childhood!
Le Petit Bal Perdu: a secret bistro in Paris’s 5th arrondissement
Perched at the top of the stairs of Place Lucien Herr, Le Petit Bal Perdu is no ordinary bistro. On its bucolic 200 m² country-style terrace, everything is designed to make you feel at ease. Here, seated under a multicolored parasol, you can enjoy a refreshing lemonade and listen to the birds chirping. There’s a “douce France” atmosphere here, typical of the bistros of yesteryear, where every object seems to have a story, a soul, something to tell us.
On the menu, you’ll be delighted by dishes that smell of the terroir, such as a homemade country terrine as a starter or a delicious rare rib steak with pepper sauce. Of course, we use seasonal vegetables, such as the current “mimosa” asparagus, which is paired with crunchy hazelnuts for added pleasure. No meal here is complete without the star of the house: chocolate mousse. Served here by the ladle, it’s simply perfect: airy, chocolaty without being too sweet. A delight in every bite. No wonder people flock here (even from far away) to try it!
Here, as you’ll have gathered, there’s an air of vacation… without leaving Paris! Take your time, chat with friends, celebrate life’s beautiful moments…and let yourself be carried away by the atmosphere. A great address, hidden away from prying eyes, that we warmly recommend!
📍Location: 32 rue Tournefort 75005 Paris