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French, Steakhouse, European
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Vegetarian Friendly
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

We spent amazing time int his restaurant. Staff is very kind and polite and so friendly with us who only spoke English. All starters and burgers were amazing. We liked the sweets as well. Highly recommended if you want to have a very delicious burger.

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Great atmosphere, nice and helpful staff and delicious burgers. We came here after a long day of walking in Paris, without reservation and they had a table for us which was great. We waited for our food for about 10 minutes. The waitress made sure...we have everything we needed and showed genuine interest. The burgers were amazing, tasty, from high quality ingredients, with amazing french cheese.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

The spot was very welcoming and played great music, and hands down one of the best burgers i’ve had. Every burger that comes out of the kitchen looks flawless.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

I stopped for lunch at Il Était Un Square based on others’ reviews and it did not disappoint. The staff was very friendly and welcoming throughout my visit. The burgers are the stars here and you cannot go wrong ordering one of their many variation...including no bread versions. I chose the ‘Bonaparte’ (with a bun because I love carbs) and I loved it. With some French wine, Je suis très contente!!!!More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

I had an amazing time and the staff was incredibly kind and friendly to a tourist that couldn’t speak French. The food was absolutely fantastic, and I’d highly recommend anyone to go here!

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile

We were given a very warm welcome. The burgers were fantastique! Everyone enjoyed their meal. Pleased we made the effort to come as it wasn’t near our accommodation. Highly recommended.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 11 February 2024

The staff here are incredibly friendly and ensure a night out in Paris includes some great comfort food. We liked the selection of burgers and were truly impressed with how perfectly done they were. For those who love a truly delicious hamburger...this is it!!

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 9 February 2024

Best burger ever 😋 much better than in my home country. I will be back . The brioche was delicious. Meat tasty . Very good experience

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 8 February 2024 via mobile

Found this place just near our hotel after a long day travelling. Very very friendly and accommodating, showed interest as soon as we walked in the door. Happy to serve us with out a reservation, there were many tables occupied. Very happy to explain the...menu & specialities in pefect English. We had burgers, 1 burger of the month & 1 French burger. Both served very quickly and very tasty. Well worth the money, would definitely go back.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 7 February 2024 via mobile

Great experience: very friendly staff. They showed a great interest in us as guests, explained the menu in great detail both in English and French. To The food was everything which was written here already. I don’t remember that I have eaten a burger in...any place of this world that tasted better than this one!More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 13 January 2024

Highly recommend. Excellent burgers and homemade dessert. Fast, friendly and efficient service. Very nice atmosphere

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 13 January 2024 via mobile

Visiting from California, USA and we found this place to have fantastic burgers and excellent friendly service. Prices were great and food was plentiful.

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 12 January 2024 via mobile

Amazing food and service! I had a Ziggy tartare and my wife had a French burger with no patty but with amazing blue cream sauce. Ziggy tartare is full of spices and definitely the most special tartare I tried. French burger was also amazing as...the quality of meat is top notch and the cheese is to die for. Go there and enjoy!More

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 11 January 2024 via mobile

My favorite burger joint in Paris. The food is great, the atmosphere relaxed and the meet and greet is friendly, sincere. Highly recommended.

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 2 January 2024

Excellent burgers and steak tartar! Meat is organic and minced, high quality. Very friendly owners. Do visit if you are in the neighborhood.

Date of visit: January 2024
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IL ETAIT UN SQUARE, Paris - 17th Arr. - Gobelins - Updated 2024 Restaurant Reviews, Menu & Prices - Tripadvisor

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Il Etait Un Square is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5