Restaurant les copains d'abord - Metz

We called in here on Wednesday evening, having read the Trip Advisor reviews, and they managed to find us a table in a pretty full restaurant. It had a really relaxed and friendly ambiance and our lovely waitress, once she realised that we we English, wanted to practice her (already very good) English on us. Both the main courses and puddings were delicious and we had an excellent evening. I would definitely recommend this restaurant and would like to visit it again!

This restaurant was one block from where we were staying in Metz. It took us one minute to walk there. We had an outstanding meal. My spouse had the special of the day which was scallops. I had the house special which was rump steak with your choice of three sauces. I had the house secret sauce which was a bearnaise sauce with mustard and I think tarragon. Both dishes were excellent. We both had dessert. He had the strawberries and raspberries with chocolate. I had the carmel and apple. They were both outstanding. Service was outstanding. Prices were reasonable. I highly recommend this restaurant.

We found it difficult to find a reasonably priced restaurant in this town and this was a cut above others we saw. When I went at lunchtime to book for that evening the place was buzzing - a good sign! The interior is light & contemporary & the staff are efficient & friendly. We enjoyed a starter & main for 29 euros accompanied by an excellent Rousillon red. The cuisine is traditional French with a modern twist. I can recommend the tartare du saumon & the souris d'agneau.

This is a place that I liked. Top quality food with no frills, friendly service. If all bistros were like this, the world would be a better place.

Went there on a Saturday without booking... not a good idea as it is full full full. Luckily the owner was kind enough to find a table for us. We had kidneys with puree and it was delicious. The wine was very good too and the service was efficient. Nice surprise!