4th Arrondissement (Marais)
Au Petit fer à Cheval
Surrounded by the fashionable boutiques of Le Marais and situated on the winding rue Vieille du Temple, Au Petit fer à Cheval is the place to go to have a film-like "Parisian moment." Enjoy conversation with the neighborhood's regulars at the horseshoe-shaped, marble bar (this cafe's name means "horseshoe") or choose a small table in the back. The decor of this more than 100-year-old eatery is retro Paris: vintage posters, reclaimed Metro benches, chandeliers, and tiled floors with decorative swirls. The fare, on the other hand, is typical French bistro, with the confit de canard being a particular favorite.
Insider Tip:
The stainless steel bathroom has a natural-position toilet; that is, you must squat over the hole in the floor.
Amenities
Open / Closes- Accessible by Public Transportation
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Full Bar
- Family-Friendly Dining
- Handicapped Accessible
- Lunch
- Patio/Outdoor Seating
Cuisine Type:: French