Le Progrès — Restaurant in Paris

Nestled in a side road in a relatively residential area of Paris, you don’t find the likes of le Progrès by chance. From the outside, there’s little to distinguish the place from many other bars/restaurants in the city; even its name gives no hint of its inherent flavor. But once over the threshold, the colossal painting of legendary singer and tango dancer Carlos Gardel dominating one wall leaves you in little doubt that this is a very Argentinean affair. And, with two Argentine sisters at the helm, le Progrès delivers an authentic slice of Buenos Aires. The Spanish-speaking staff are friendlier than your average Parisian bartenders, and the music tends towards Latino sounds. Quilmes, a blonde beer and Argentinean favorite, is the drink of choice. The carnivorous menu boasts typical Argentinean fare such as meat-filled empañadas, juicy steaks and meat platters to share, along with other more Spanish-inspired tapas dishes such as patatas bravas. Bar and restaurant combined, seating is quite limited at le Progrès, and reservations are essential for evening dining. Or you might drop in for Fiesta Argentina—the colorful Argentinean expat meet-up on the first Friday of every month. Whichever way you choose to enjoy le Progrès, this spot is sure to add the perfect Latin American twist to your...

Je suis allée qq fois dans ce resto, habituellement très agréable. Hier soir nous étions avec des amies pour un dîner. Bruno le chef de salle a accusé mon amie d'avoir soit disant volé de l'argent dans le portefeuille qu'un client avait oublié dans les toilettes. Nous avons payé notre addition et sommes donc parties en milieu du repas en laissant toute notre parilla derrière . Rien ne justifiait cette accusation et Bruno ne s'est pas excusé d'avoir gâché notre dîner. Dommage le resto et les autres serveurs sont sympas.

Note a la direction : Bruno a été extrêmement impoli et accusatif.

PS : nous étions pas les seules accusées à tort, un autre client nous a raconté s'être fait agressé par celui qui a...

Good tapas !! Fried calamari and grilled vegetable with goat cheese and honey! Speaking of burgers, disappointed due to the fact that not even one burger included chicken, for meat eaters only! Good...