LE PINCEAU — Restaurant in Paris

Two of us went on Belleville market day, Tuesday afternoon. Most of the very limited seating was taken. Service was attentive.

We had an oyster starter. Fresh and delicious with a sweet paprika sauce. For the mains we had a tuna dish, cooked perfectly, generous portion, and a roast chicken breast and rolled thigh that was delicious.

Nothing fussy or pretentious. Straightforward fare that honored the ingredients.

Wine was a natural white that was delicious, perfect with our meal and full of character, without the 'well that was interesting, but tasted weird' aspect of too many natural wines.

Highest recommendation if you are in the area, and why...

A scruffy street with varied graffiti is set off by varied scooters and a random set of tables by an unpretentious frontage. Outside is fun and more open if it is warm enough. The wine recommendation was good and an amuse bouche of goats cheese with herbs was great - a perfect accompaniment to the ultra rustic bread which was v moreish.. The menu is small but each dish was wonderful. The mackerel starter was slightly charred but delicately undercooked at once. Our party raved about the pigeon and beef mains. The tuna was seared and yet very rich. To say it was unhurried would be an understatement- perfect on a warmer evening. I would very...

Off the beaten path recommendation from some friends who frequent Paris and this place hit the mark! It’s a small restaurant / wine bar with a cozy but minimalist interior that makes for a warm ambience. Our service was incredible. We don’t speak French but that did not stop the servers and even other patrons from helping us choose our meals which were absolutely delicious. We had some delicious natural wine chosen for us and overall had an amazing evening at Le Pinceau. Definitely a hidden gem that is doing all the right things and it seems they want to keep...