Procope (Le)Taste of History
13 Rue de l'Ancienne-Comédie
Paris,
75006
Neighborhood: 6th Arrondissement
Nearest Train: Métro: OdéonPhone: +33 1 4046 7900
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Audio Guide Le Procope, one of Paris's oldest cafés and restaurants is full of tradition and history. It was established in 1686 by an Italian, Francesco Procopio dei Coltelli, who brought coffee to France. Frequented by the intellectuals of that time who highly praised the virtue of this new drink, it is where philosophers Diderot and D'Alembert first matured the idea of the Encyclopédie. The historical significance of this restaurant cannot be denied and you are bound to admire the decorative works of this place. Bask in the aura of the rich tradition as you wait for your meals. Classic French bistro cuisine is served here, including excellent seafood and shellfish.average cost: EUR 40
booking is advisable.
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We were a group of 7 on a Saturday night with a reservation made weeks in advance. We were seated o...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from Orange County, California on Mar 30 2008

Le Procope used to be a wonderful place to visit, for our American friends to enjoy the Franklin roo...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from Paris on Oct 25 2006


Lovely place, flashy ornate, maybe over the top but there are so many 'designer' restaurants...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from Cambridge, UK on Dec 10 2005
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