Just a few streets away from Rue Labat, where I lived for 3 years, in the heart of the imaginary border between the 18th arrondissement on the Barbès side and the 18th on the Sacré-Cœur side—in what we call Bas-Montmartre—nestles a lovely spot styled as a “fork and corkscrew” bistro, as indicated on the sign.
This eatery is actually the annex of La Table d’Eugène, a gourmet restaurant run by chef Geoffroy Maillard, located two doors down, which was awarded its first Michelin star last year.
the space is lively and the noise level in the small room builds up quickly, but you feel completely immersed in a bustling, friendly neighborhood atmosphere.
On-site, you can enjoy small portions served “fork and spoon” style, like fine, subtle tapas, perfect for a light yet high-end gastronomic evening.
You come to La RaLLonge for a gourmet aperitif or for a dinner featuring multiple small portions for a true feast for the palate.
To try:
- The truffle toast (€14), with truffle butter and lard di colonnata (an Italian product I discovered at Oliva restaurant).
- The shell pasta risotto, porcini mushrooms, and truffles (€10). If you only try one tapas dish, this is it—it’s a must-have and so comfortingly nostalgic! I could go back to this place just for this dish!
- The langoustine spring rolls with plancha-grilled langoustines, mint, cilantro, and sweet and sour sauce (€10).
- The sea bream tartare with ponzu, ginger, and daikon (€12), fresh and crunchy.
- The Kintoa ham croquettes with onion and béchamel (€5 for 3, €9 for 6, and €13 for 9)—as a huge croquette lover, I can never miss out on trying this type of dish whenever it’s on the menu…
- The crispy lamb fillet mignon with basil and zucchini caviar (€9).
- For dessert, the deconstructed lemon tart with lemon foam, Breton shortbread, and black lemon meringue (€7), a very successful combination.
- Another treat is the lemongrass cream served with fresh strawberries in their juice (€7).
In conclusion, I highly recommend checking out this wonderful spot in the 18th arrondissement with some good friends.
My tip: it is best to book in advance as the place is often full…
Price: lunch set menus at €19.50 with appetizer + main + dessert or €15.50 with appetizer + main or main + dessert / evening: tapas à la carte only / wines by the glass between €5 and €9
La RaLLonge 16, rue Eugène Süe 75018 Paris Tuesday to Saturday from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM and 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM Tel: +33 1 42 59 43 24
Find all my restaurant reviews in Paris below:
⇒ All my restaurant review articles in Paris
⇒ All my favorite restaurant recommendations in Montmartre
⇒ All my articles on the Montmartre Harvest Festival
MY FAVORITE RESTAURANTS IN MONTMARTRE
⇒ Le Sancerre
⇒ Les Fines Lames
⇒ Le Bon, la Butte
⇒ Les Fils à Maman Abbesses
⇒ Le Caulaincourt
⇒ La Rallonge, tapas bar
⇒ Le Café Renoir in the Montmartre Museum
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