La Poubelle Restaurant & Bar

My wife and I were recently in Paris. The consensus (among us tourists) is that Chez Fernand sets the standard for Beef bourguignon. The beef bourguignon at...

Would love to leave a food review, but we were turned away. There were cops all over the place, so that should have been red flag number one. Paparazzi all...

I was hoping I'd like this place. Unfortunately, the pictures look better than the actual food. Do not recommend.

My friends and I agreed that 2018 would be the year of decades for all of us, and La Poubelle was the place to let it happen. We tried the Hemingway cocktail, which was refreshing, but also you entered the back of the throat. Aptly named. We also had the coq au vin that was cooked for perfection. We didn't need a dessert, but that didn't stop us trying the chocolate mousse. No maximum! Our server was efficient and very nice. I love the chic but not too snobby atmosphere.

This place is not really intended for those looking for the best meal in their lives. Instead, order a glass of wine or cocktail, snack on some truffledries, and you could enjoy some recognizable faces a mysterious conversation. As the next UCB, you could undoubtedly have a familiar visa. The burger has taste, but is excessively dense and dry. Short rib Braise is a don't even. The drinks are good, I would probably stay with your favorite red wine. The Pommes were good. Probably best to stay on the small plates and appetizers instead of for a fine French meal. The Bourgeois Pig is the next store, her Buffy-ish Vibe and Mocha is a great way to have a dessert-like pick-me-up. TL;DR: come for the wine, the scene, the Pommes, the location next to the UCB. Skip the Entrees. Get a coffee in the next store.