Expected much better - we went there after seeing the ecstatic reviews on yelp (makes you wonder about some of the rumors!). Decor and atmosphere was very nice. We had a tasty malbec - the wine list is fairly small but has good stuff on it. As for the food - fifteen bucks for the poitrine de porc appetizer gets you a 1 1/2" square of pork belly - good flavor but pricey for couple of mouthfuls. The entrees where the problems came - I got the steak frites and my wife the entrecote. Both steaks arrived lukewarm on room temperature plates. The frites were great but the bernaise sauce was thick and bland while the entrecote au jus was room temperature. When we sent the steaks back, they returned slightly warmer but now cooked past medium - I guess I assumed we would get fresh steaks medium rare. We were then treated to a lecture from the waitstaff on how steaks have to rest after cooking. We ended up splitting the entrecote between us and giving up on the steak frites because who wants to fight after a long work week? As a final sign of our waitstaff's displeasure, she cleared the table and brought the check without inquired about coffee/dessert etc. Having grown up in Paris and gone to a French culinary academy, not all that impressed - won't be going back.
(3)
Jonathan L.
I was really expecting better. Ordered Duck Foie Gras with Artisan Bread and Roasted Peaches $16 This was honestly the smallest piece of foie gras I'd ever been served. 1/8" thick and maybe 1.5" diameter. It was tasty but who are they kidding. Served on some lettuce leaves. I had the lamb which was tasty and my wife had the salmon but unfortunately they were both served with the same side. Wasn't supposed to be that way it just came out of the kitchen like this. Very dissatisfied. The server was trying hard but very inexperienced. They gave us a dining card to punch out and after 10 times....pretty classy.
Terrible service. Could hear chef yelling. Will NOT go back
(1)
Wayne M.
Good French restaurants are hard to find. Every dish that hit the table was excellent in flavor and presentation! I went there on "Date Night" with my wife and had a wonderful experience. Everyone was amazingly friendly including the other patrons.
(5)
Jeffrey E.
Great restaurant -- we went before a concert at the Ruth Eckerd Hall. All the food was great except a little disappointed in the French Onion Soup. Definitely a place to eat.
(5)
Chef M.
Hats off to such beautiful decor. Food could use some fine tuning. Depth of flavor missing and some choices could be rethought. But at least they're out there attempting to make our world here in the Tampa Bay area a better place. Creme brulee made up for the rest. You know what they say "End on a high note!"
(3)
Matt C.
So I read the reviews as I always do before dining out somewhere new and they were spot on. The food here is excellent. We had the escargot and the French onion soup to start. I have had escargot many times at many places. Some have the standard with wine and garlic while others add their own touch. This had a slight hint of truffle with the wine and it was amazing. The soup was wonderful as well. I had the ribeye which was wonderful and my wife had the duck confit which was the best she has ever had. Cooked to perfection! Amber was our server and she was the best. Attentive but not overbearing, informative and polite. The chef came out to greet us after we told Amber how much we loved the place. It was a little pricey but well worth it. We will definitely be back! PS-they have outdoor seating as well which was a nice touch.
(5)
Larry P.
This place is one of my favorites. Best Manhattan around and Jeff and Chris are great. The food is amazing!! If you want a great bar or quiet place. Do t miss this one. You will not be disappointed!
(5)
Lisa S.
I brought my mother here for her birthday. We sat outside, which was cool and lush with plants. Good people watching - located on a neighborhood street, not too busy, but there is pedestrian traffic. We ordered the foie gras two ways - totally excellent, we loved both! This was followed by the beef tartare. The tartare was served with sides of cornichons, white anchovy, onion, capers and mustard...took a couple tries to get the perfect balance with all those options! We followed that with the escargot and the mussels entree which had a delicious white wine broth with heavy cream. For dessert we had the chocolate mousse with orange and the crepe. We enjoyed our selections - even considered getting the foie gras twice! The only thing that fell short was the crepe. The berry sauce and filling were very good, but the crepe itself was too thick, more like a tortilla than a crepe. On price - we had 3 glasses of wine total and the foods above (the chocolate mousse was a complimentary birthday dessert and not included in our bill). The portion sizes were in my mind, just right. Two women were completely full. We spent $112 for the two of us. Our server was engaging, personable, and on point. We were never lacking. In total, our meal experience was stellar. We will come back again.
(5)
Noel R.
The food was amazing!!! I can not wait to go back. Get the swordfish you won't be sorry!!
(5)
Fred w.
We wanted someplace for a dinner before attending a show at Ruth Eckerd Hall and Parts of Paris was suggested by a restauranteur friend of mine. We arrived and enjoyed the bar for a cocktail. Bartender was engaging and drinks priced appropriately! My wife is Pinot Grigios fan and was thrilled w/ their house wine. Service was great all evening, their bread rocks, I had the fish daily catch- which was awesome and my wife had the filet, which she loved. Excellent dinner and made the show in plenty of time!
(5)
Katy S.
When a friend said she wanted to have a classy dinner in Safety Harbor as part of her bachelorette party, I took to Yelp to do some research. Although this place didn't have the best reviews, I was intrigued and we decided to check it out. SO. GLAD. WE. DID. As someone that recently got engaged in Paris, the city and french cuisine have a special place in my heart. This place had the details down to a T, from the wait staff's French themed outfits, to the beautifully decorated bathroom, to the Eiffel Tower made out of corks. We started with a bottle of Rose', which made my heart skip a beat as it is so hard to find Rose' in restaurants in the greater Tampa Bay area. I also went for the French Onion Soup, which was simply delicious. For my meal I had the New York Strip, which came with Bernaise sauce and Pomme Frites. It was really good, and RICH just like they do it in France. Since I was in a French restaurant, I had to go for Creme Brulee, which also was cooked to perfection. Although this place is a bit off the beaten path for me, living in Tampa, I would absolutely love to venture back to Parts of Paris. It seemed like a lot of locals and regulars were well established here and I would certainly be here a lot if I lived in the general vicinity!
We had an amazing meal. The wine selection was very tasty and reasonably priced. Our steaks were cooked perfectly. Chris was great. He was super efficient and pleasantly entertaining. Thank you for a great experience. We will be back very soon.
(5)
Shane N.
I'm reading some of the other reviews and kinda surprised. While not the highest-end, premier service or biggest portions, I felt welcome and a satisfied with the experience. My wife and I took in a dinner here for our anniversary and enjoyed it. The staff was attentive without being annoying. The wine list was small but well thought out. Portions, yes, a bit diminutive in size, but tastey and well prepared. I will say, my wife order shaved truffles on her duck. The chef came out and added them himself at a cost of like $16 extra. Kinda unexpected, but it was a nice occasion so why not hang the expense.
(4)
Lee N.
Food was great. Our waiter was more interested in talking with his buddies at the bar than waiting on us. Food 5 stars, service 1.
(4)
Scott M.
On a quaint side street in Safety Harbor, this authentic European styled restaurant, was by all accounts, surprisely good, It deserves its position as a Tampa Bay area top 50 restaurant . Atmosphere 90 Mind you not on the water but in old Florida setting Service 90 Its French, so the service must be good Food 85 Up to every worldwide standard we havwe expereinced Value 85 For Florida, it was expensive If you are looking for a European dining experience this restaurant fits the bill. However, be prepared to spend French dining dollars - $50 per person. Still worth it.
(5)
Mike M.
After reading many reviews, my wife booked a reservation here in anticipation of a great date night. I have always been a firm believer of the wait staff can make or break the meal, and thats what happened to us. Our waitress was out of it, she seemed to be high on something, dropping things, forgetting things, not really able to answer questions about menu items and when she could, blatantly making things up. Now the part that wasn't horrible. Our food- we started with the pork belly and it lacked a little spice, but a quick shake of the salt and pepper fixed that. Next we thoroughly enjoyed a few bowls of French Onion Soup, and it was excellent. For our entrees, we had the Beef Bourguignon and the Duck Breast. My wife said the duck breast was excellent, seasoned and cooked to perfection. Now for my entree. I eagerly awaited my Beef Bourguignon, I wanted it to be so much better. But it was bad. I mean, stringy beef, cooked to death and the stew/sauce was lacking as well. Dinty Moore could produce a better Beef Bourguignon than this batch. We didn't stay for dessert. In the end we both agreed that the place had a lot of potential but the server problems and small things we have become accustomed to at other establishments will keep us away from this one for a while.
(3)
Haig P.
My wife and I went to see Marc Cohn at the Capitol Theater in Clearwater. He was terrific.Great venue. We decided to stay overnight at The Safety Harbor Spa in Safety Harbor for the Spa Weekend. Wouldn't recommend. Nice historic hotel, very disorganized. But the Parts of Paris in Safety Harbor, I highly recommend. I had the goat cheese salad and ribeye steak with blue cheese. My wife had swordfish and salade D'automne. They were perfectly proportioned and delicious. We sat outside on a charming patio. They have fans and heat lamps set up. Server was very friendly, informed and professional....even if she didn't know Marc Cohn. It really was a find in a rather out of the way place. Dinner, 3 glasses of wine and no dessert was $120 not including tip. Well worth it.
(5)
Randy F.
Awesome place to enjoy french cuisine. We have eaten here half a dozen times and it's always great food with some of the best service anywhere!
(5)
Betty R.
We had a similar experience related to the owner yelling at us. He is awful! We wanted a table, he said they were all reserved but we could sit at the bar. I really wanted to try an appetizer, so we sat at the bar. Another patron came in, told the owner he did not have a reservation but he like to bring in a party of 4. He was given a table. I could tell my husband was not pleased, so we asked for the check. I tried to explain to the owner this was our anniversary night and we would stay if we could have a table, but the owner acted as though he didn't understand. My husband raised his voice, and was asked to leave. We ended up at to Green Springs where we enjoyed excellent service and a wonderful meal.
(1)
Brady S.
I am dumbfounded by any review less than 5 stars. I am in no way affiliated with Parts of Paris. I just recognize great food, extremely unique wines and service that is top notch. I love this place and recommend it for any and every occasion. I have eaten here several times and have never had a dish that was less than amazing.
(5)
Debbie G.
My partner and I ate here last year and loved the food. This time some items were delish (like the French onion soup and the chocolate tart) but we didn't enjoy our remaining items as much. My frog legs were overcooked, chewy and too salty. The meat should've been falling off the bone. Both our boeuf bourguignon and entrecôte (ribeye) were over salted. Our waiter, Justin was outstanding in every way but the kitchen needs to improve for me to go back.
(4)
Barbara G.
I was very excited to try this place. I made a reservation with Open Table. We were seated promptly upon arriving and greeted immediately by our waitress. She was very welcoming and polite. The decor is really minimal and pretty. Very nice dark wood floors with stark white walls and black accents. Nice. We ordered wine and reviewed the menu. I ordered the filet with bernaise sauce with pom frites, my bf ordered the mussels. The steak was pretty big and somewhat tender but not tender enough for it to be served without a steak knife. I asked for one and it never came! Ok guys. Your steak is not that tender. I was just okay, not worth the price tag. My BF's mussels were good and I was wishing I had ordered them myself. We ordered the creme brulee for dessert. It was okay. The real complain I have is the location of the ladies room. It is literally in the dining room. 10 feet from the table we were seated at. I will not be returning and I cannot recommend this restaurant to anyone. I wish I would have made my reservation at Green Springs Bistro that was next door. Live and learn.
(3)
Mary A.
On a recent visit to the Tampa Bay area we decided to try this small French restaurant in Safety Harbor. It's located in a renovated bungalow with an outside patio also open to diners and even on this cool rainy evening couples were at tables and the heaters were in use. Inside the restaurant the space is very open with a bar and several tables that are far enough apart that one doesn't bump into a table or chair that's too close. We were seated next to a window so we could look out on the cobblestone street and almost felt like we were on a street in a French village! The server was very attentive and helpful in describing the food on the menu. I ordered the Poisson du jour which on that evening was grilled flounder with a caramelized onion soubise, tomato reduction, and grilled vegetables. It was very flavorful and perfectly cooked--very moist and not dry. My husband had filet of beef with green peppercorn sauce and pommes frites. The steak was cooked medium-rare and melted in your mouth like butter! We also started the meal with a Salade D'automne which consisted of dried figs, fennel, asparagus on a bed of greens---it was enough to share among the four of us and came lightly dressed with a vinaigrette and was a perfect start to our meals. Dessert was a very creamy Tarte au Chocolat infused with orange and in a chocolate cookie crust---very delicious. Others ordered crème brulee, and another had chocolate Pots de Crème and pronounced those to be really good. We all ordered coffee. My husband's double espresso was to his liking. Two of us ordered de-caf coffee and this is where I felt a bit let down--it was a little weak for my taste. But that was the only thing. The wine list is fairly extensive, and I sampled a glass of Jl Columbo Viognier, a Rhone Valley wine and enjoyed it very much. If we should return to this area, we would definitely come back! I highly recommend this little restaurant!
(5)
S Yeng C.
We arrived 15 mins before they closed but still warmly welcomed. We ordered foie gras for appetizer and was blown away how delicious it was! French onion soup was definitely made from scratch. The ribeye was a work of art and a pretty big portion. The mussels was delicious. We finished with creme brulee and a strong cappuccino. Ambiance was quaint and comfortable. Service was wonderful.
(5)
Michelle M.
My mother, who is French, was in town. It is hard to find French restaurants anymore. Found this place when at a 3rd Friday festival in Safety Harbor. It's a very casual place - almost too much so with the staff being in shorts, t-shirts and sandals - but the food was top notch and the service was good. My mom & I had the trout and hubby had the beef cheeks just because we were all curious. We don't think we'd do the cheeks again (soft almost liver-like texture) but it was worth trying. We had a nice chat with the owner. It's not the cheapest place to go but well worth it. We'll go back. They are closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
(5)
Matthew M.
It wasn't terrible, I was just expecting more. The tartare was presented interestingly, but I prefer mine fully prepared. Allowing the diner to mix ingredients to their preference is a sort of cool touch, but just not my thing. Plus I've grown accustomed to having the option of anchovies, which weren't available. The bread was good if a bit cold, but the butter really should have been softened or whipped. Since it was very solidly cold, it was very difficult to spread. My salad, the goat cheese/bacon on field greens, was ok but a little heavy on the balsamic and light on the bacon. Very vinegary. For my entree the kitchen was nice enough to prepare me a ribeye with what typically goes with their filet. The only problem was that I prefer my ribeye just into mid rare and this was easily medium throughout most of the steak. To be fair it was a thin-cut ribeye. Had I known that I would have stuck to the filet. I'll think to ask about the size of the thickness of the cut next time. The pommes frites, though, were great. Overall things were a bit over salted and that's coming from a guy that likes salt way more than I probably should. I can say the service was very good, especially for a holiday service (New Year's Eve). I wouldn't rule out going again, but for a bit over 180 after tip for 2 people (that is with 4 glasses of wine for the table), it probably won't be soon. Good potential, just not particularly realized.
(2)
David B.
If the prices were close to reasonable I'd give it another star. Good luck getting out of here for under $50 a person and I'm all for that if the food is good but in the case of Parts of Paris you pay about twice as much as you should. Portions are very small, service was good but it didn't make up for the overpriced food. Don't go here go to Green Springs next door the food there is much better.
(2)
Laura W.
Excellent food and equally good service, Chef Jeff came out as soon as we started eating to see how we liked our dishes, he was fun to chat with and the place is beautiful. They also have a reward program for repeat diners, we will go again soon!
(5)
Edmund L.
The food was a separate experience from the service. The plates were pricy but I thought worth it. The service however was as if taken from a family chain restaurant. Many times we felt as if we should be teaching her about the menu. If they would tighten up on the service and the owner dress a bit cleaner and possibly shaven this restaurant would receive all five stars. A great location, atmosphere, and product. Will try again in a few months.
(3)
Dave R.
Open only 2 weeks this restaurant holds great promise. Classic French by way of Scandinavia. Jeff, executive chef is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of Charleston. A tad pricy for casual fare, but this is white tablecloth eating and the prices are about right. Nice ambiance. They should do well in Safety Harbor. We'll be back to sample the menu again.
(5)
Bennie S.
I don't know how this place will survive unless they increase portion sizes, drop prices, up the quality, or preferably, do all three. I ordered the salmon, which at $24 was what I consider expensive for a small fillet. I assumed it would be wild salmon for that price, but no, the owner admitted it was farm raised! I ended up giving half of it to my boyfriend as I knew he was still hungry after his meager chicken dish. As to the sides, I vaugely remember two little potato pieces and a couple of zucchini slices. We ordered dessert at $10 and $9 apiece. My apple tarte tatin (the $10 dessert) consisted of maybe 8 tiny sauteed apple wedges. Next to that was a wafer thin circle of pastry about 3 inches across. Oh, wait. There was a little scoop of ice cream. Enough said.
(2)
Doug H.
My wife, who was born and raised in Paris, and I went here for the first time. We were very pleased we did. Finding a good French restaurant in the Tampa Bay area is a challenge. This place is on a par with Cafe Largo, and perhaps a notch below Mise En Place. My wife had the Boeuf Bourguignon, which was perfect and reminded her of home. I had the rack of lamb and it was so tender you could cut the meat with a fork. Even the salads were creative and showed some imagination. The desserts were OK. My wife had the chocolate mousse. It was light. It was good, but ordinary. I had their lemon tarte, but it was not a tarte in the traditional French, style. It came out as a wedge with an oreo crust. It tasted good, but would have preferred the more traditional tarte. Service was excellent. Our server, Wendi, was knowledgeable about the menu, was friendly and attentive. The place itself was quaint and very comfortable. I would definitely recommend this place and we will be returning soon.
I hate to give this place a 2 star, but we were so dismayed by the noise level that, on balance, I couldn't rate it higher. The food was good...not spectacular French, but certainly 4 star. The service was fairly good, also a 4 star. But then there was the ambiance. It's a cute little place, set in one of Safety Harbor's nice, old houses. My date and I went there on a Saturday evening, and the place was just about full. The noise level was really quite bad...it was all but impossible to talk across a (small) table without literally shouting. So, of course, shout it was...along with every other conversation in the place, some of which were louder than our own..from two tables away! All this was above some background music, that made sure no one could get too quiet. The place would be someplace I would go back to...but I probably won't. At least until they do something to cover all of those echoing hard surfaces. I don't pay that kind of money to be someplace so difficult to enjoy.
(2)
John C.
The finest dining in Safety Harbor, wonderful ambiance, high quality service and amazing food. Every meal I have eaten here has been superb. The menu while small, rotates regularly and never gets old. Steaks, duck, lamb or fish, all are cooked to perfection and served with style and wonderful accompaniments. The creme brulee is a must have dessert. Highly recommended to make reservations.
(5)
Mike M.
Went last night for the first time. Very nice evening with good ambiance and service by Jeremy. Big disappointment was the onion soup. Looked forward to it after reading other reviews but really not very good. One bowl has literally full of bread and had little soup. Entrees were quite good, special salmon and boullibaise (sp) , which needed more broth ,which was brought over gratis-nice touch- . Desert, apple strudel, with very small scopp of ice cream disappointing as well, especially of $11. ( mushy) Nice wine list with variety of price ranges and origins. Certianly will give it another try.
Brunch was amazing, decor was spot on and the service was excellent. The chef and wait staff were particularly happy that my 12 year old son requested truffles to be shaved on his steak frites. I am looking forward to having a nice dinner there soon.
Unfortunately I agree, the noise level is terrible. One very loud table with one very loud lady echoed thru the room. My wife and I could hardly hear each other. Escargot was ok, but not great. Had a strange sweet taste that I did not like. Duck was, again, ok but dry. Scallops on point. Excellent. Filet cooked (medium rare) perfectly. Substituted bernaise sauce and it was great.. So, food very good, but not to die for. Service good also. Value, about right, to high. The problem is the NOISE!
(3)
Marianne C.
This is becoming my favorite restaurant. I have been here twice. The atmosphere is chic and upbeat. When the weather is nice, the patio is the way to go. And, if you aren't able to get a reservation; you may still get a patio table. The food is exquisite. The French onion soup is tops...the best I've ever had. Everything I've tried here in addition to this was delicious. From appetizers to desserts; you won't be disappointed. Service....this IS service here. They are polite, attentive, and do not rush you. I will keep coming back.
(5)
Ann W.
Wonderful French restaurant in downtown Safety Harbor. Our party of three had a delicious dinner with great service. We had a 6.30 reservation and were promptly seated. There is an outdoor seating area but it being June, we decided to take an indoor table in the lovely air conditioned dining room. The restaurant is in a converted Craftsman bungalow with a soothing decor bathed in white and light blue tones. The wine list is extensive and moderately priced. The cocktails are very creative though not necessarily French. The menu is wonderful bistro fare so we started with the charcuterie plate which had both pate and thinly sliced salamis, home made mustard and pickles. It came with toast points. That appetizer was heavenly and enough for one person as a main meal. We didn't stop there though and ordered steak frites, the swordfish and the pork chops. All expertly prepared with lots of butter and garlic. We also ordered dessert and had dark chocolate truffles that came with fresh berries. A wonderful restaurant in north county that I highly recommend.
(4)
Janelle D.
A GEM of a restaurant in a gem of a town! The cheese plate...mmmmmm, the cheese plate: it was almost too pretty to dig into, but thank goodness we did; the blue cheese paired perfectly with the strawberry balsamic spread, and the other two cheeses were divine. The French onion soup: perfect--not salty or bland, not overly oniony, the bread was perfectly crustily cheesey-liscious. I had the boeuf bourguignon: amazing, and the husband had the pork belly that the waiter told us was ridiculous, and it really was a masterpiece. The wine our waiter suggested was a perfect pairing, and the La Caribe cocktail--yum! You MUST try this place! It was in this cute little remodeled house in Safety Harbor, and all staff was very friendly. It was the perfect way to spend our wedding anniversary dinner.
(5)
Cori W.
OMFG this is probably the best restaurant I've been to in the past 2 years. it was fantastic. Ambiance was great, we sat outside and ate. We were here for our anniversary and it did not disappoint! Everything we ordered was amazing, I had a salad with beets (which I don't typically like)and goat cheese and it was fantastic. Our meals were cooked perfectly and soooo good. This is a fantastic date night or anniversary dinner. It is a bit pricey so budget 100-150 when you go.
(5)
Doug J.
Special holiday dining. Chris has two new chefs. The quality is as good or better. Now they offer some unique and flavorful Martini recipes. Always something new and tasty at PoP, SH
(5)
Lisa C.
What a lovely and unexpected experience at Parts of Paris! We booked for an early dinner before a concert at Mahaffey which was the day before Valentine's. When we arrived, our table was set and waiting for us and immediately we had excellent service. Our server was very knowledgeable, very friendly and super attentive without ever hovering. the real star of the show was the food. Oh, the food! We started with a shared Escargot and fresh bread. I could have ordered 3 plates of these as they were the best I have ever had. Not too salty, very tender and the sauce was divine and not too heavy. For dinner, we both went with the specials. Mine was 3 extremely large charred and carmelized scallops over a bed of beet risotto and a pairing of roasted mini zucchinis. The scallops were amazing charred and I have never had them this way. They were so good, I asked how they were cooked and was explained in detail which was nice. I even recreated them at home and I will never cook them another way after this! My husband had the special which was mussels, clams and fish in a delicate and flavorful broth. The extra bread helped soak up the goodness. For dessert, we had the creme brulee. It wasn't the best I have ever had but it was certainly tasty. To finish dinner, we had espresso and ports. We weren't rushed, we had a wonderful and romantic experience and I absolutely would come back. I would highly recommend a reservation and they fill up fast.
(5)
Paul M L.
We went there for Easter brunch, everything was very nice and clean, it's decorated simply but tastefully. As far as food it was typical French with smaller portions and higher prices but the food was excellent, As far as wait staff it could not get better, they were there for everyone and every thing you needed and would help with suggestions on what goes with what. I would recommend trying this place for dinner as I plan on trying it myself.
(4)
Beatrice H.
I have to say... I love eating here! Hands down my favorite place to eat (I've been here no less than 30 times) the food, atmosphere and drinks plus the staff really draw you in. The owner Chris, really take pride in what he does and it transfers to his food and employees. Every time we come here it's not just a meal, its a memorable experience. My favorite item on the menu is the filet. I'm a huge steak fan but am oftentimes let down. Not at Parts of Paris. It's always just how I like it. They don't add a glob of butter to flavor the steak. It's amazing on all it's own. I've tried almost every item on the menu and it's all just a good. You really can't go wrong, if you want to hang out at the bar, have hand crafted cocktails, or have a more intimate experience at a table it's all great!
(5)
Amanda L.
We have visited Parts of Paris two times now and both times were amazing. Our first visit we had the scallops with bacon jam and they were delicious. I tried something new for me and had the Ox tail. It was melt in your mouth heavenly. It had a peach mustard sauce that you could eat with anything. It is really tasty. The waiter recommended the filet with peppercorn sauce and that is what my husband had. It was the best steak we have had in a restaurant in years. Therefore it is why we went back only a few weeks later...for the filet. Again is was out of this world! The waite staff is excellent. Great date night place or dinner out with friends! Our new favorite place.
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Donna E.
My husband and I enjoyed dinner here with friends. The outside area is warm and inviting. And the inside is quaint and very clean. The service was impeccable.. We had the scallop appetizer along with the Foie Gras. The appetizers had my taste buds on tingling with wonderful flavored. For dinner I had the mahi with risotto which was prepared perfectly grilled and very flavorful and tasty. My husband had the filet mignon with a béarnaise sauce which was very delicious. We barely had room for the crêpe dessert which was served with chocolate mousse. This was the perfect ending to A truly delectable meal in the wonderful experience. I highly recommend the BARDOT cocktail which was fresh raspberries, vodka and a sparkling champagne. Normally French restaurants are somewhat stuffy. This place was very warm, inviting and friendly not to mention the food was absolutely delectable. Don't miss this little hidden gem
(5)Stephen G.
Expected much better - we went there after seeing the ecstatic reviews on yelp (makes you wonder about some of the rumors!). Decor and atmosphere was very nice. We had a tasty malbec - the wine list is fairly small but has good stuff on it. As for the food - fifteen bucks for the poitrine de porc appetizer gets you a 1 1/2" square of pork belly - good flavor but pricey for couple of mouthfuls. The entrees where the problems came - I got the steak frites and my wife the entrecote. Both steaks arrived lukewarm on room temperature plates. The frites were great but the bernaise sauce was thick and bland while the entrecote au jus was room temperature. When we sent the steaks back, they returned slightly warmer but now cooked past medium - I guess I assumed we would get fresh steaks medium rare. We were then treated to a lecture from the waitstaff on how steaks have to rest after cooking. We ended up splitting the entrecote between us and giving up on the steak frites because who wants to fight after a long work week? As a final sign of our waitstaff's displeasure, she cleared the table and brought the check without inquired about coffee/dessert etc. Having grown up in Paris and gone to a French culinary academy, not all that impressed - won't be going back.
(3)Jonathan L.
I was really expecting better. Ordered Duck Foie Gras with Artisan Bread and Roasted Peaches $16 This was honestly the smallest piece of foie gras I'd ever been served. 1/8" thick and maybe 1.5" diameter. It was tasty but who are they kidding. Served on some lettuce leaves. I had the lamb which was tasty and my wife had the salmon but unfortunately they were both served with the same side. Wasn't supposed to be that way it just came out of the kitchen like this. Very dissatisfied. The server was trying hard but very inexperienced. They gave us a dining card to punch out and after 10 times....pretty classy.
(1)John Z.
I must say, I was hoping to give this restaurant a great review, and I would have had we stopped after the salad. First off, this a charming place with a very friendly waitstaff. The ambience is very romantic, and I hadn't dined on French Cuisine in a long while. Our wine selection was adequate, the wine was a bit tight, and our server brought us a decanter which allowed it to open up. This was followed by the foie gras appetizer. I spent 15 years in the wine business, and have had great foie gras before, but this may have been the best foie gras I've ever had. My wife concurred. Then our goat cheese salad arrived, which was excellent. 5 stars to this point. We should have ordered 2 more plates of foie gras! The problem started with our entrees. We were both in the mood for steak and they had two traditional (actually three) French style preparations on the menu. My wife ordered the NY Strip with Bernaise sauce accompanied by their signature fries which are served in a cup. She ordered her steak medium. It was slightly overcooked. The meat was completely devoid of fat, was mealy textured, and tasted right out of the meat section of the supermarket. The fries were tasty but over salted. She managed to get through it, but was quite disappointed at that price point. I ordered the Filet Mignon Au Poivre. I ordered mine medium, because generally they undercook at better restaurants in my experience, and I like medium rare. Well, to my surprise it was not a click off of medium. It was well done! I cut into it, and it was grey inside. I am not prone to returning food when I dine out, however, for a $33 entree, I couldn't accept this. It took me a few minutes to get our server's attention, as the place started to fill up, but I let her know of my issue and she was very apologetic. 20 long minutes later, my filet came out, this time slightly beyond medium, but acceptable given my hunger at that point. The meat was also over salted and tasted like it was cooked on a griddle. Our server also conveyed the Chef's apologies, but both steaks were way off the mark for fine dining. In fact, you could get a better tasting steak at Longhorn. We shared the Creme Brûlée for dessert. It was fine. We will come here again. Sometimes things happen. We will NOT order steak though. The ambience is wonderful, we had very good service, the meal was paced well, but the entrees that we chose were not nearly worthy of the money we spent. I just hope our experience was an anomaly.
(3)Katherine G.
Terrible service. Could hear chef yelling. Will NOT go back
(1)Wayne M.
Good French restaurants are hard to find. Every dish that hit the table was excellent in flavor and presentation! I went there on "Date Night" with my wife and had a wonderful experience. Everyone was amazingly friendly including the other patrons.
(5)Jeffrey E.
Great restaurant -- we went before a concert at the Ruth Eckerd Hall. All the food was great except a little disappointed in the French Onion Soup. Definitely a place to eat.
(5)Chef M.
Hats off to such beautiful decor. Food could use some fine tuning. Depth of flavor missing and some choices could be rethought. But at least they're out there attempting to make our world here in the Tampa Bay area a better place. Creme brulee made up for the rest. You know what they say "End on a high note!"
(3)Matt C.
So I read the reviews as I always do before dining out somewhere new and they were spot on. The food here is excellent. We had the escargot and the French onion soup to start. I have had escargot many times at many places. Some have the standard with wine and garlic while others add their own touch. This had a slight hint of truffle with the wine and it was amazing. The soup was wonderful as well. I had the ribeye which was wonderful and my wife had the duck confit which was the best she has ever had. Cooked to perfection! Amber was our server and she was the best. Attentive but not overbearing, informative and polite. The chef came out to greet us after we told Amber how much we loved the place. It was a little pricey but well worth it. We will definitely be back! PS-they have outdoor seating as well which was a nice touch.
(5)Larry P.
This place is one of my favorites. Best Manhattan around and Jeff and Chris are great. The food is amazing!! If you want a great bar or quiet place. Do t miss this one. You will not be disappointed!
(5)Lisa S.
I brought my mother here for her birthday. We sat outside, which was cool and lush with plants. Good people watching - located on a neighborhood street, not too busy, but there is pedestrian traffic. We ordered the foie gras two ways - totally excellent, we loved both! This was followed by the beef tartare. The tartare was served with sides of cornichons, white anchovy, onion, capers and mustard...took a couple tries to get the perfect balance with all those options! We followed that with the escargot and the mussels entree which had a delicious white wine broth with heavy cream. For dessert we had the chocolate mousse with orange and the crepe. We enjoyed our selections - even considered getting the foie gras twice! The only thing that fell short was the crepe. The berry sauce and filling were very good, but the crepe itself was too thick, more like a tortilla than a crepe. On price - we had 3 glasses of wine total and the foods above (the chocolate mousse was a complimentary birthday dessert and not included in our bill). The portion sizes were in my mind, just right. Two women were completely full. We spent $112 for the two of us. Our server was engaging, personable, and on point. We were never lacking. In total, our meal experience was stellar. We will come back again.
(5)Noel R.
The food was amazing!!! I can not wait to go back. Get the swordfish you won't be sorry!!
(5)Fred w.
We wanted someplace for a dinner before attending a show at Ruth Eckerd Hall and Parts of Paris was suggested by a restauranteur friend of mine. We arrived and enjoyed the bar for a cocktail. Bartender was engaging and drinks priced appropriately! My wife is Pinot Grigios fan and was thrilled w/ their house wine. Service was great all evening, their bread rocks, I had the fish daily catch- which was awesome and my wife had the filet, which she loved. Excellent dinner and made the show in plenty of time!
(5)Katy S.
When a friend said she wanted to have a classy dinner in Safety Harbor as part of her bachelorette party, I took to Yelp to do some research. Although this place didn't have the best reviews, I was intrigued and we decided to check it out. SO. GLAD. WE. DID. As someone that recently got engaged in Paris, the city and french cuisine have a special place in my heart. This place had the details down to a T, from the wait staff's French themed outfits, to the beautifully decorated bathroom, to the Eiffel Tower made out of corks. We started with a bottle of Rose', which made my heart skip a beat as it is so hard to find Rose' in restaurants in the greater Tampa Bay area. I also went for the French Onion Soup, which was simply delicious. For my meal I had the New York Strip, which came with Bernaise sauce and Pomme Frites. It was really good, and RICH just like they do it in France. Since I was in a French restaurant, I had to go for Creme Brulee, which also was cooked to perfection. Although this place is a bit off the beaten path for me, living in Tampa, I would absolutely love to venture back to Parts of Paris. It seemed like a lot of locals and regulars were well established here and I would certainly be here a lot if I lived in the general vicinity!
(5)Sarah B.
This is the cutest most delicious restaurant I have been to in a really long time. The restaurant is located right off of the main downtown road in Safety Harbor and when you walk up you literally feel like you are stepping into a neighborhood bistro (actually that is pretty much what it is). I wish I lived in one of the homes next door, even though my bank account would be empty and I would be about 20 pds heavier I would totally go here every day. The restaurant is very modern with Persian touches throughout, such as the adorable Eiffel Tower made out of wine corks at the bar. The wine was reasonably priced and we decided on bottles of Rose for the table ($22 a bottle). I started with the French Onion soup (amazing) and ordered the Steak Frites for my meal. The entrée came with grilled new york strip, fries and melt in your mouth buttery béarnaise sauce. For dessert my friend and I shared the crème brulee which was equally amazing as every part of this dining experience. This is a fantastic date spot and I cannot wait to have the chance to venture back here for another meal!
(5)Mettayya F.
We had an amazing meal. The wine selection was very tasty and reasonably priced. Our steaks were cooked perfectly. Chris was great. He was super efficient and pleasantly entertaining. Thank you for a great experience. We will be back very soon.
(5)Shane N.
I'm reading some of the other reviews and kinda surprised. While not the highest-end, premier service or biggest portions, I felt welcome and a satisfied with the experience. My wife and I took in a dinner here for our anniversary and enjoyed it. The staff was attentive without being annoying. The wine list was small but well thought out. Portions, yes, a bit diminutive in size, but tastey and well prepared. I will say, my wife order shaved truffles on her duck. The chef came out and added them himself at a cost of like $16 extra. Kinda unexpected, but it was a nice occasion so why not hang the expense.
(4)Lee N.
Food was great. Our waiter was more interested in talking with his buddies at the bar than waiting on us. Food 5 stars, service 1.
(4)Scott M.
On a quaint side street in Safety Harbor, this authentic European styled restaurant, was by all accounts, surprisely good, It deserves its position as a Tampa Bay area top 50 restaurant . Atmosphere 90 Mind you not on the water but in old Florida setting Service 90 Its French, so the service must be good Food 85 Up to every worldwide standard we havwe expereinced Value 85 For Florida, it was expensive If you are looking for a European dining experience this restaurant fits the bill. However, be prepared to spend French dining dollars - $50 per person. Still worth it.
(5)Mike M.
After reading many reviews, my wife booked a reservation here in anticipation of a great date night. I have always been a firm believer of the wait staff can make or break the meal, and thats what happened to us. Our waitress was out of it, she seemed to be high on something, dropping things, forgetting things, not really able to answer questions about menu items and when she could, blatantly making things up. Now the part that wasn't horrible. Our food- we started with the pork belly and it lacked a little spice, but a quick shake of the salt and pepper fixed that. Next we thoroughly enjoyed a few bowls of French Onion Soup, and it was excellent. For our entrees, we had the Beef Bourguignon and the Duck Breast. My wife said the duck breast was excellent, seasoned and cooked to perfection. Now for my entree. I eagerly awaited my Beef Bourguignon, I wanted it to be so much better. But it was bad. I mean, stringy beef, cooked to death and the stew/sauce was lacking as well. Dinty Moore could produce a better Beef Bourguignon than this batch. We didn't stay for dessert. In the end we both agreed that the place had a lot of potential but the server problems and small things we have become accustomed to at other establishments will keep us away from this one for a while.
(3)Haig P.
My wife and I went to see Marc Cohn at the Capitol Theater in Clearwater. He was terrific.Great venue. We decided to stay overnight at The Safety Harbor Spa in Safety Harbor for the Spa Weekend. Wouldn't recommend. Nice historic hotel, very disorganized. But the Parts of Paris in Safety Harbor, I highly recommend. I had the goat cheese salad and ribeye steak with blue cheese. My wife had swordfish and salade D'automne. They were perfectly proportioned and delicious. We sat outside on a charming patio. They have fans and heat lamps set up. Server was very friendly, informed and professional....even if she didn't know Marc Cohn. It really was a find in a rather out of the way place. Dinner, 3 glasses of wine and no dessert was $120 not including tip. Well worth it.
(5)Randy F.
Awesome place to enjoy french cuisine. We have eaten here half a dozen times and it's always great food with some of the best service anywhere!
(5)Betty R.
We had a similar experience related to the owner yelling at us. He is awful! We wanted a table, he said they were all reserved but we could sit at the bar. I really wanted to try an appetizer, so we sat at the bar. Another patron came in, told the owner he did not have a reservation but he like to bring in a party of 4. He was given a table. I could tell my husband was not pleased, so we asked for the check. I tried to explain to the owner this was our anniversary night and we would stay if we could have a table, but the owner acted as though he didn't understand. My husband raised his voice, and was asked to leave. We ended up at to Green Springs where we enjoyed excellent service and a wonderful meal.
(1)Brady S.
I am dumbfounded by any review less than 5 stars. I am in no way affiliated with Parts of Paris. I just recognize great food, extremely unique wines and service that is top notch. I love this place and recommend it for any and every occasion. I have eaten here several times and have never had a dish that was less than amazing.
(5)Debbie G.
My partner and I ate here last year and loved the food. This time some items were delish (like the French onion soup and the chocolate tart) but we didn't enjoy our remaining items as much. My frog legs were overcooked, chewy and too salty. The meat should've been falling off the bone. Both our boeuf bourguignon and entrecôte (ribeye) were over salted. Our waiter, Justin was outstanding in every way but the kitchen needs to improve for me to go back.
(4)Barbara G.
I was very excited to try this place. I made a reservation with Open Table. We were seated promptly upon arriving and greeted immediately by our waitress. She was very welcoming and polite. The decor is really minimal and pretty. Very nice dark wood floors with stark white walls and black accents. Nice. We ordered wine and reviewed the menu. I ordered the filet with bernaise sauce with pom frites, my bf ordered the mussels. The steak was pretty big and somewhat tender but not tender enough for it to be served without a steak knife. I asked for one and it never came! Ok guys. Your steak is not that tender. I was just okay, not worth the price tag. My BF's mussels were good and I was wishing I had ordered them myself. We ordered the creme brulee for dessert. It was okay. The real complain I have is the location of the ladies room. It is literally in the dining room. 10 feet from the table we were seated at. I will not be returning and I cannot recommend this restaurant to anyone. I wish I would have made my reservation at Green Springs Bistro that was next door. Live and learn.
(3)Mary A.
On a recent visit to the Tampa Bay area we decided to try this small French restaurant in Safety Harbor. It's located in a renovated bungalow with an outside patio also open to diners and even on this cool rainy evening couples were at tables and the heaters were in use. Inside the restaurant the space is very open with a bar and several tables that are far enough apart that one doesn't bump into a table or chair that's too close. We were seated next to a window so we could look out on the cobblestone street and almost felt like we were on a street in a French village! The server was very attentive and helpful in describing the food on the menu. I ordered the Poisson du jour which on that evening was grilled flounder with a caramelized onion soubise, tomato reduction, and grilled vegetables. It was very flavorful and perfectly cooked--very moist and not dry. My husband had filet of beef with green peppercorn sauce and pommes frites. The steak was cooked medium-rare and melted in your mouth like butter! We also started the meal with a Salade D'automne which consisted of dried figs, fennel, asparagus on a bed of greens---it was enough to share among the four of us and came lightly dressed with a vinaigrette and was a perfect start to our meals. Dessert was a very creamy Tarte au Chocolat infused with orange and in a chocolate cookie crust---very delicious. Others ordered crème brulee, and another had chocolate Pots de Crème and pronounced those to be really good. We all ordered coffee. My husband's double espresso was to his liking. Two of us ordered de-caf coffee and this is where I felt a bit let down--it was a little weak for my taste. But that was the only thing. The wine list is fairly extensive, and I sampled a glass of Jl Columbo Viognier, a Rhone Valley wine and enjoyed it very much. If we should return to this area, we would definitely come back! I highly recommend this little restaurant!
(5)S Yeng C.
We arrived 15 mins before they closed but still warmly welcomed. We ordered foie gras for appetizer and was blown away how delicious it was! French onion soup was definitely made from scratch. The ribeye was a work of art and a pretty big portion. The mussels was delicious. We finished with creme brulee and a strong cappuccino. Ambiance was quaint and comfortable. Service was wonderful.
(5)Michelle M.
My mother, who is French, was in town. It is hard to find French restaurants anymore. Found this place when at a 3rd Friday festival in Safety Harbor. It's a very casual place - almost too much so with the staff being in shorts, t-shirts and sandals - but the food was top notch and the service was good. My mom & I had the trout and hubby had the beef cheeks just because we were all curious. We don't think we'd do the cheeks again (soft almost liver-like texture) but it was worth trying. We had a nice chat with the owner. It's not the cheapest place to go but well worth it. We'll go back. They are closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
(5)Matthew M.
It wasn't terrible, I was just expecting more. The tartare was presented interestingly, but I prefer mine fully prepared. Allowing the diner to mix ingredients to their preference is a sort of cool touch, but just not my thing. Plus I've grown accustomed to having the option of anchovies, which weren't available. The bread was good if a bit cold, but the butter really should have been softened or whipped. Since it was very solidly cold, it was very difficult to spread. My salad, the goat cheese/bacon on field greens, was ok but a little heavy on the balsamic and light on the bacon. Very vinegary. For my entree the kitchen was nice enough to prepare me a ribeye with what typically goes with their filet. The only problem was that I prefer my ribeye just into mid rare and this was easily medium throughout most of the steak. To be fair it was a thin-cut ribeye. Had I known that I would have stuck to the filet. I'll think to ask about the size of the thickness of the cut next time. The pommes frites, though, were great. Overall things were a bit over salted and that's coming from a guy that likes salt way more than I probably should. I can say the service was very good, especially for a holiday service (New Year's Eve). I wouldn't rule out going again, but for a bit over 180 after tip for 2 people (that is with 4 glasses of wine for the table), it probably won't be soon. Good potential, just not particularly realized.
(2)David B.
If the prices were close to reasonable I'd give it another star. Good luck getting out of here for under $50 a person and I'm all for that if the food is good but in the case of Parts of Paris you pay about twice as much as you should. Portions are very small, service was good but it didn't make up for the overpriced food. Don't go here go to Green Springs next door the food there is much better.
(2)Laura W.
Excellent food and equally good service, Chef Jeff came out as soon as we started eating to see how we liked our dishes, he was fun to chat with and the place is beautiful. They also have a reward program for repeat diners, we will go again soon!
(5)Edmund L.
The food was a separate experience from the service. The plates were pricy but I thought worth it. The service however was as if taken from a family chain restaurant. Many times we felt as if we should be teaching her about the menu. If they would tighten up on the service and the owner dress a bit cleaner and possibly shaven this restaurant would receive all five stars. A great location, atmosphere, and product. Will try again in a few months.
(3)Dave R.
Open only 2 weeks this restaurant holds great promise. Classic French by way of Scandinavia. Jeff, executive chef is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of Charleston. A tad pricy for casual fare, but this is white tablecloth eating and the prices are about right. Nice ambiance. They should do well in Safety Harbor. We'll be back to sample the menu again.
(5)Bennie S.
I don't know how this place will survive unless they increase portion sizes, drop prices, up the quality, or preferably, do all three. I ordered the salmon, which at $24 was what I consider expensive for a small fillet. I assumed it would be wild salmon for that price, but no, the owner admitted it was farm raised! I ended up giving half of it to my boyfriend as I knew he was still hungry after his meager chicken dish. As to the sides, I vaugely remember two little potato pieces and a couple of zucchini slices. We ordered dessert at $10 and $9 apiece. My apple tarte tatin (the $10 dessert) consisted of maybe 8 tiny sauteed apple wedges. Next to that was a wafer thin circle of pastry about 3 inches across. Oh, wait. There was a little scoop of ice cream. Enough said.
(2)Doug H.
My wife, who was born and raised in Paris, and I went here for the first time. We were very pleased we did. Finding a good French restaurant in the Tampa Bay area is a challenge. This place is on a par with Cafe Largo, and perhaps a notch below Mise En Place. My wife had the Boeuf Bourguignon, which was perfect and reminded her of home. I had the rack of lamb and it was so tender you could cut the meat with a fork. Even the salads were creative and showed some imagination. The desserts were OK. My wife had the chocolate mousse. It was light. It was good, but ordinary. I had their lemon tarte, but it was not a tarte in the traditional French, style. It came out as a wedge with an oreo crust. It tasted good, but would have preferred the more traditional tarte. Service was excellent. Our server, Wendi, was knowledgeable about the menu, was friendly and attentive. The place itself was quaint and very comfortable. I would definitely recommend this place and we will be returning soon.
(4)Paola A.
What a surprising and great find in downtown safety harbor! Like a few other restaurants in the area, Parts if Paris is a former home converted to restaurant. The ambiance is great! The bar is really well-stocked and well-decorated. Everyone from the bartender to the waitress we had to the manager was very nice and attentive! The food was really really good too. The duck confit was delicious- tastes a bit like thanksgiving dinner! The portion was a little small though, so if you're really hungry, I'd suggest the lamb. It was absolutely delicious- very well seasoned, cooked to perfection, and a good amount of lamb! The creme brûlée was awesome, as was the chocolate torte. But the best dessert we had was the (off-menu) chocolate pot du creme. WOW. Absolutely incredible- so smooth, not too sweet, but strong with chocolate flavor. Will return!
(4)Larry B.
I hate to give this place a 2 star, but we were so dismayed by the noise level that, on balance, I couldn't rate it higher. The food was good...not spectacular French, but certainly 4 star. The service was fairly good, also a 4 star. But then there was the ambiance. It's a cute little place, set in one of Safety Harbor's nice, old houses. My date and I went there on a Saturday evening, and the place was just about full. The noise level was really quite bad...it was all but impossible to talk across a (small) table without literally shouting. So, of course, shout it was...along with every other conversation in the place, some of which were louder than our own..from two tables away! All this was above some background music, that made sure no one could get too quiet. The place would be someplace I would go back to...but I probably won't. At least until they do something to cover all of those echoing hard surfaces. I don't pay that kind of money to be someplace so difficult to enjoy.
(2)John C.
The finest dining in Safety Harbor, wonderful ambiance, high quality service and amazing food. Every meal I have eaten here has been superb. The menu while small, rotates regularly and never gets old. Steaks, duck, lamb or fish, all are cooked to perfection and served with style and wonderful accompaniments. The creme brulee is a must have dessert. Highly recommended to make reservations.
(5)Mike M.
Went last night for the first time. Very nice evening with good ambiance and service by Jeremy. Big disappointment was the onion soup. Looked forward to it after reading other reviews but really not very good. One bowl has literally full of bread and had little soup. Entrees were quite good, special salmon and boullibaise (sp) , which needed more broth ,which was brought over gratis-nice touch- . Desert, apple strudel, with very small scopp of ice cream disappointing as well, especially of $11. ( mushy) Nice wine list with variety of price ranges and origins. Certianly will give it another try.
(4)Fulano D.
Adorable , brunch with mimosa, onion soup which was sooo good and creamy with gruyere cheese. I had the hamburger which was the best ever had, juicy and with tons of flavor and well seasoned. For dessert had the Creme brûlée outstanding. One of my favorites
(5)Kenji P.
Brunch was amazing, decor was spot on and the service was excellent. The chef and wait staff were particularly happy that my 12 year old son requested truffles to be shaved on his steak frites. I am looking forward to having a nice dinner there soon.
(5)Marty C.
On our first visit to this restaurant, we had a great experience. It is located on a side street in a converted arts and crafts cottage. We found plenty of street parking. It's quite nicely appointed and as we walked in, we were immediately greeted and seated. Our waiter, Jeremy, went through the specials of the day and his favorite dishes off the menu (which I always appreciate). I started off with a wonderful Sancerre (which is a French Sauvignon Blanc). Being hungry, we opted on choosing two appetizers: the L'Escargot and their version of a Charcuterie. The snails were served non-classically in a deliciously rich cream sauce dotted with large capers and had a light taste of lemon. It was unique and decadent. The charcuterie was something to behold (see pic). Everything on the plate was made in-house. From the pâté to the duck liver mousse, freshly made pickles and mustard. It was a delicious plate of food. There were enough delicacies for a table of four but somehow we made a pretty good dent in it. Throughout this course, the hot bread was plentiful. Uncharacteristically, we both ordered the Bouillabaisse. This evening, the delicious broth was festooned with lots of very small mussels, mini-clams and Red Grouper (see pic). The broth had a light tomato base with very aromatic hints. Of course, we required more hot bread to sop up every last drop of broth. For dessert, we decided to split an order of the Strawberry Crêpe and I had a glass of their Sandeman Tawny Port. The crêpe was tasty and not too sweet which was nice. The port was the perfect ending to a perfect meal. The restaurant is a quite small intimate venue and the acoustics are such that it can get a bit loud on a boisterous night but then again, its a bistro. It is a lively, energetic and welcomed addition to our area. The prices are reasonable for the fare of delicacies offered. For a romantic evening or a celebration, Parts of Paris is a great place to go!
(5)William H.
Unfortunately I agree, the noise level is terrible. One very loud table with one very loud lady echoed thru the room. My wife and I could hardly hear each other. Escargot was ok, but not great. Had a strange sweet taste that I did not like. Duck was, again, ok but dry. Scallops on point. Excellent. Filet cooked (medium rare) perfectly. Substituted bernaise sauce and it was great.. So, food very good, but not to die for. Service good also. Value, about right, to high. The problem is the NOISE!
(3)Marianne C.
This is becoming my favorite restaurant. I have been here twice. The atmosphere is chic and upbeat. When the weather is nice, the patio is the way to go. And, if you aren't able to get a reservation; you may still get a patio table. The food is exquisite. The French onion soup is tops...the best I've ever had. Everything I've tried here in addition to this was delicious. From appetizers to desserts; you won't be disappointed. Service....this IS service here. They are polite, attentive, and do not rush you. I will keep coming back.
(5)Ann W.
Wonderful French restaurant in downtown Safety Harbor. Our party of three had a delicious dinner with great service. We had a 6.30 reservation and were promptly seated. There is an outdoor seating area but it being June, we decided to take an indoor table in the lovely air conditioned dining room. The restaurant is in a converted Craftsman bungalow with a soothing decor bathed in white and light blue tones. The wine list is extensive and moderately priced. The cocktails are very creative though not necessarily French. The menu is wonderful bistro fare so we started with the charcuterie plate which had both pate and thinly sliced salamis, home made mustard and pickles. It came with toast points. That appetizer was heavenly and enough for one person as a main meal. We didn't stop there though and ordered steak frites, the swordfish and the pork chops. All expertly prepared with lots of butter and garlic. We also ordered dessert and had dark chocolate truffles that came with fresh berries. A wonderful restaurant in north county that I highly recommend.
(4)Janelle D.
A GEM of a restaurant in a gem of a town! The cheese plate...mmmmmm, the cheese plate: it was almost too pretty to dig into, but thank goodness we did; the blue cheese paired perfectly with the strawberry balsamic spread, and the other two cheeses were divine. The French onion soup: perfect--not salty or bland, not overly oniony, the bread was perfectly crustily cheesey-liscious. I had the boeuf bourguignon: amazing, and the husband had the pork belly that the waiter told us was ridiculous, and it really was a masterpiece. The wine our waiter suggested was a perfect pairing, and the La Caribe cocktail--yum! You MUST try this place! It was in this cute little remodeled house in Safety Harbor, and all staff was very friendly. It was the perfect way to spend our wedding anniversary dinner.
(5)Cori W.
OMFG this is probably the best restaurant I've been to in the past 2 years. it was fantastic. Ambiance was great, we sat outside and ate. We were here for our anniversary and it did not disappoint! Everything we ordered was amazing, I had a salad with beets (which I don't typically like)and goat cheese and it was fantastic. Our meals were cooked perfectly and soooo good. This is a fantastic date night or anniversary dinner. It is a bit pricey so budget 100-150 when you go.
(5)Doug J.
Special holiday dining. Chris has two new chefs. The quality is as good or better. Now they offer some unique and flavorful Martini recipes. Always something new and tasty at PoP, SH
(5)Lisa C.
What a lovely and unexpected experience at Parts of Paris! We booked for an early dinner before a concert at Mahaffey which was the day before Valentine's. When we arrived, our table was set and waiting for us and immediately we had excellent service. Our server was very knowledgeable, very friendly and super attentive without ever hovering. the real star of the show was the food. Oh, the food! We started with a shared Escargot and fresh bread. I could have ordered 3 plates of these as they were the best I have ever had. Not too salty, very tender and the sauce was divine and not too heavy. For dinner, we both went with the specials. Mine was 3 extremely large charred and carmelized scallops over a bed of beet risotto and a pairing of roasted mini zucchinis. The scallops were amazing charred and I have never had them this way. They were so good, I asked how they were cooked and was explained in detail which was nice. I even recreated them at home and I will never cook them another way after this! My husband had the special which was mussels, clams and fish in a delicate and flavorful broth. The extra bread helped soak up the goodness. For dessert, we had the creme brulee. It wasn't the best I have ever had but it was certainly tasty. To finish dinner, we had espresso and ports. We weren't rushed, we had a wonderful and romantic experience and I absolutely would come back. I would highly recommend a reservation and they fill up fast.
(5)Paul M L.
We went there for Easter brunch, everything was very nice and clean, it's decorated simply but tastefully. As far as food it was typical French with smaller portions and higher prices but the food was excellent, As far as wait staff it could not get better, they were there for everyone and every thing you needed and would help with suggestions on what goes with what. I would recommend trying this place for dinner as I plan on trying it myself.
(4)Beatrice H.
I have to say... I love eating here! Hands down my favorite place to eat (I've been here no less than 30 times) the food, atmosphere and drinks plus the staff really draw you in. The owner Chris, really take pride in what he does and it transfers to his food and employees. Every time we come here it's not just a meal, its a memorable experience. My favorite item on the menu is the filet. I'm a huge steak fan but am oftentimes let down. Not at Parts of Paris. It's always just how I like it. They don't add a glob of butter to flavor the steak. It's amazing on all it's own. I've tried almost every item on the menu and it's all just a good. You really can't go wrong, if you want to hang out at the bar, have hand crafted cocktails, or have a more intimate experience at a table it's all great!
(5)Amanda L.
We have visited Parts of Paris two times now and both times were amazing. Our first visit we had the scallops with bacon jam and they were delicious. I tried something new for me and had the Ox tail. It was melt in your mouth heavenly. It had a peach mustard sauce that you could eat with anything. It is really tasty. The waiter recommended the filet with peppercorn sauce and that is what my husband had. It was the best steak we have had in a restaurant in years. Therefore it is why we went back only a few weeks later...for the filet. Again is was out of this world! The waite staff is excellent. Great date night place or dinner out with friends! Our new favorite place.
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