L’Authentique

Name: L’Authentique
Address: Paris
Price range: €2 - €17

HERE, EVERYTHING IS HOMEMADE IN THE TRADITIONAL WAY BY TWO PASSIONATE AND COURAGEOUS ALGERIAN MOTHERS, WHO PUT ALL THEIR HEART INTO EVERY DISH. ~OPEN~ ~LUNCH MONDAY TO SATURDAY~ FROM 12 PM TO 2:45 PM ~THURSDAY TO SATURDAY EVENINGS~ FROM 7 PM TO 9:45 PM ~SUNDAY CLOSED~

★ 4.8 (176)

Starters

Bourek (Brik)

A crispy brick pastry, generously stuffed with minced meat or chicken, onions, eggs, fresh parsley, and melting cheese.

A crispy North African classic. A very thin pastry sheet envelops a flavorful filling before being fried until golden. Enjoyed hot, offering a contrast between the crispy exterior and the soft interior.

€4~ ≈ $5.00

Chorba

Traditional Algerian soup with fresh vegetables, pieces of veal, fragrant spices, and fresh coriander.

A traditional red soup, rich and fragrant. Prepared with a tomato base, meat, fresh herbs, and often crushed wheat (frik) or vermicelli. It's a comforting and essential dish.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Chakchouka

Algerian chakchouka is prepared with tomatoes, onions, spices, eggs, and a drizzle of olive oil.

A stewed vegetable dish, mainly composed of stewed peppers and tomatoes. Melting texture and mild flavors, often enhanced by spices.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Chakchouka merguez

It can be accompanied by a grilled merguez for more flavor.

The enriched version of the pepper and tomato ratatouille, served with spicy sausages (merguez). The spiciness of the meat complements the sweetness of the vegetables.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Build your own couscous

Couscous

Algerian couscous with a red sauce, fresh vegetables, chickpeas, and choice of meats

The iconic dish of the Maghreb. Semolina steamed twice for a light and airy texture, served with a rich vegetable broth and your choice of meat. Eaten by mixing the sauce with the semolina.

€17~ ≈ $20.00

Dishes

Kabyle Couscous

Couscous Kabyle

Typical Kabyle couscous with its whitish sauce, prepared with black-eyed peas, fragrant spices, and a tender chicken thigh.

A regional variation of couscous characterized by a white sauce (without tomato) and the use of specific beans. Delicate and fragrant flavor, highlighting the natural taste of the ingredients.

€15 ≈ $17.00

Roast (veal or chicken)

Rôti ( veau ou poulet )

Discover our flavorful roast, accompanied by carefully selected fresh vegetables: melting carrots, golden potatoes, and tender green beans.

A family-style roasted meat dish served with a generous portion of vegetables. The meat is tender and juicy, infused with the cooking juices.

€15~ ≈ $17.00

Mtewem

A typical Algiers dish, prepared by mixing pieces of veal, richly seasoned meatballs, chickpeas, all in a flavorful sauce based on garlic and spices, served with rice.

A rich traditional meat dish, combining pieces and meatballs in a flavorful cumin and garlic sauce. Very tasty, often served on special occasions.

€17 ≈ $20.00

Dish of the day

Plat du jour

L'Authentique offers a daily special to introduce you to lesser-known specialties straight from Algeria. It's the perfect opportunity to taste unique flavors and immerse yourself in the culinary richness of these regions.

A changing specialty according to the chef's inspiration and market products. An excellent opportunity to discover authentic and varied Algerian recipes.

Sandwiches

Takeaway only

Fries-omelette sandwich

Sandwich frites-omelette

Half baguette / homemade fries / runny omelette / parsley.

A popular and generous sandwich. A half baguette filled with fries and omelette, a street food classic. Crispy texture of the bread and soft filling.

€9~ ≈ $10.00

Fries-omelette kebda sandwich

Sandwich frites-omelette kebda

Traditional half baguette / homemade fries / runny omelette / grilled poultry liver / parsley.

A flavorful variation of the fries-omelette sandwich enhanced with grilled poultry liver. The liver adds a rich, iron-like flavor that pairs well with eggs.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Fries-omelette chicken sandwich

Sandwich frites-omelette chicken

Half baguette / homemade fries / runny omelette / homemade marinated chicken breast / parsley.

Sandwich filled with marinated chicken, fries, and omelette. A complete meal in bread, with homemade marinade flavors.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Fries-omelette merguez sandwich

Sandwich frites-omelette merguez

Half baguette / homemade fries / runny omelette / grilled merguez / parsley.

The spicy combination of merguez with the sweetness of omelette and fries in a baguette. Very popular and tasty.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Fries-omelette minced meat sandwich

Sandwich frites-omelette viande hachée

Half baguette / homemade fries / runny omelette / grilled minced meat / parsley.

A hearty minced meat sandwich, seasoned and served with fries and omelette. A protein-rich and satisfying option.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Vegetarian Dishes

Vegetarian Bourek

Bourek végétarien

A crispy brick pastry, generously stuffed with grilled onions and tomatoes, eggs, and melting cheese.

The meat-free version of the famous pastry. Stuffed with vegetables and cheese, it remains just as crispy and flavorful.

€4 ≈ $5.00

Vegetarian couscous

Couscous végétarien

Vegetarian couscous with a red sauce served with fresh vegetables.

A traditional couscous served only with its vegetable sauce, without meat. Ideal for appreciating the fineness of the semolina and the taste of sun-kissed vegetables.

€15 ≈ $17.00

Our supplements

Merguez 1 piece

Merguez 1 pièce

Spicy red sausage made from beef and lamb. Grilled for a crispy skin and a juicy interior.

€2 ≈ $2.00

Homemade fries

Frites maison

Homemade cut and fried potatoes. Golden and crispy.

€4 ≈ $5.00

Bowl of rice

Bol de riz

Portion of cooked white rice, simple and light.

€4 ≈ $5.00

Raisins

Raisins secs

Small sweet dried grapes, often added to couscous for a sweet and savory touch (tfaya).

€2 ≈ $2.00

Desserts

Baghrir, Thousand-hole pancake

Baghrir, Crêpe mille trous

Baghrir, this traditional pancake is truly unique with its light and fluffy texture, as well as its small holes on top. It can be served with honey, syrup, or chocolate.

A Maghrebi pancake made from semolina, yeast, and water. Its cooking creates a multitude of small holes on one side, which deliciously absorb melted honey and butter.

€4 ≈ $5.00

Vanilla or chocolate flan

Flan vanille ou chocolat

Algerian flan, a true delight that makes young and old happy! Its smooth texture coated with caramel makes it a much-appreciated dessert, especially during Ramadan.

A fresh, jellied dessert with a smooth, melting texture. Very popular in Algeria, served chilled and topped with caramel.

€4~ ≈ $5.00

Algerian Pastries 1 piece

Pâtisseries Algériennes 1 pièce

We offer a daily selection of exquisite traditional Algerian pastries, such as makrout, baklava, gazelle horns, and many more.

Traditional pastries often made with almonds, honey, and orange blossom water. Each piece is a small sweet jewel, ideal with tea.

€4 ≈ $5.00

Chocolate fondant

Fondant au chocolat

It needs no introduction, a true delight for chocolate lovers!

Rich chocolate cake with a molten center. Served warm for maximum indulgence.

€4 ≈ $5.00

Drinks

Soda

Sweet and refreshing international carbonated drinks.

€3~ ≈ $3.00

Algerian soda

Soda algérien

Sodas from the Algerian brand Ifri, with fruity flavors. Highly appreciated to accompany Algerian meals.

€3~ ≈ $3.00

Water

Eau

Natural or sparkling mineral water, served by the bottle.

€3~ ≈ $3.00

0% alcohol beers

Bières 0% alcool

1664 white beer 25cl / Leffe blonde beer 25cl / Mauret BIO cider 33cl

Drinks with a malty beer taste but without alcohol. Refreshing with a slight bitterness.

€3.50 ≈ $4.00

Hot drinks

Boissons chaudes

Selection of hot drinks, including traditional sweet mint tea.

€3~ ≈ $3.00

Cherbet

Discover our Cherbet, an Algerian lemonade, homemade. This artisanal drink is a truly refreshing delight, perfect for quenching your thirst with an exotic touch.

Traditional Algerian lemonade often flavored with orange blossom and sweetened with milk or syrup. White, sweet, and very thirst-quenching.

€4 ≈ $5.00

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