If you're tired of the usual bistro rotation in the 20th, Chez les Deux Amis Brocante is a breath of fresh air — proper Kurdish and Mediterranean cooking, fragrant and generous, made with care from fresh ingredients. The dining room is modest and the welcome is warm, which is exactly the point: you come here for honest, flavorful plates at a reasonable price, not for white tablecloths. A neighborhood favorite that's found its audience among locals who keep coming back.
Generous, fragrant Kurdish cooking with standout Ali Nazik lamb and house-made juices — the kind of unpretentious neighborhood spot locals keep coming back to.
Go for a relaxed lunch or weekend dinner when the vibe is lively but not overwhelming — the dining room is modest so expect a cozy, no-frills setting.
Honest Kurdish Cooking in the Heart of Gambetta
Chez les Deux Amis Brocante brings something different to the 20th arrondissement: honest, fragrant Kurdish cooking that doesn't try to be anything more than it is. Reviewers consistently praise the succulent, well-spiced plates and the freshness of everything coming out of the kitchen — from the vegetarian salads to the meat specialties like the Ali Nazik lamb dish. The house-made fruit juices are a standout and worth ordering on their own. With a 4.4 rating across over 900 Google reviews, this place has clearly found its audience.
The service is quick and smiling, which goes a long way in a neighborhood spot. The dining room is modest — no white tablecloths, no fuss — but the welcome is warm and the plates actually taste like something. TripAdvisor reviewers highlight the excellent cuisine, the many vegetarian options, the pretty interior, and the outdoor terrace, all at reasonable prices.
Go for a relaxed lunch or a weekend dinner when the vibe is lively but not overwhelming. It's not trying to be fancy, and that's exactly the point. A solid pick if you want to eat well in Gambetta without the fuss — just don't expect a gastronomic experience, and you'll leave happy.