The Library Bar - Paris, Ontario

Olivier D.

Very nice local restaurant located in the Arlington hotel. Love the decoration, it’s very cozy and comfortable. Food choice is limited but is good. Staff is friendly. A little request : more choice of wine and beers.
Thursday night is trivia night. Fun and entertaining 🙂

Jeff E.

This is a good restaurant. I had a day off so my wife and I decided to take a day trip to Paris. Who knew that the town was so busy and reservations were required on a weekday at 2pm? All of the riverside restaurants were packed and had no availability.

edit, however, had plenty of space, perhaps because there was no view of the Grand and this is more of what I had expected after the typical lunch hour rush.

Our server was friendly and attentive and the outdoor patio where we sat was nicely shaded from the afternoon sun, and despite being next to a parking lot, felt quite cozy with plenty of greenery to soften the view and provide some separation and privacy.

The food was well prepared. I ordered the wild mushroom gnocchi and my wife had the fish and chips, both of which I enjoyed. Service was a bit slow, especially considering that the restaurant was not busy when we visited. There were only two other tables occupied when we arrived (and no one that we could see inside when we passed through to the patio), so the kitchen should not have been busy. Fortunately, we were in no rush and were happy to enjoy each other's company on a patio during a pleasant afternoon.

Next time I visit the town, I'll likely try another restaurant. There wasn't anything wrong here, but I just like to try new things and nothing stood out for me here as a reason that I must return. I'm confident that all but the most difficult of customers will find a positive experience here.

J. L.

Lovely menu, pleasant ambiance, kind and friendly server. Best fish I've ever eaten: Lake Erie bass is now my favorite fish! The chicken liver brulee was divine. I don't know what else to say except thank you for a most delightful Monday luncheon on our June vacation week. Highly recommended.

Kelly T.

Bar Tender Ethan and the rest of the staff were amazing! They helped us out with a large group of people, and did it on a whim with grace and a sense of humor. Our event was a success because of their friendly service, plus the food and drinks were delicious. Prices were absolutely reasonable. I recommend this place for dinner or an event.

Elhgyne A.

The food was okay. Not great, just okay. The staff were nice, place was beautifully decorated, very inviting and cozy ambiance. Wasn't able to try the cocktails/alcohol, maybe that would have been better. Pricey but was still a pleasant experience.

Sebastian A.

The food here is delicious!
The ratatouille was my first time ever tried and i loved it. I love how the mashed potatoes is fried, so delicious.
Definitely recommend this place.

Kolton B.

Ethan is the man, music isn’t my vibe but it’s alright, food is great!!😁😁

Bryan C.

Excellent service. We had no reservations and they were booked solid. There was about 60 min before the table was needed on the patio so they squeezed us in.

The server was pleasant, attentive and recommended the Moroccan Vegan Stew which was delicious.

Great selections of dishes, specialty drinks and beers. Would recommend.