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I’ve been curious about this restaurant in rue d’Italie as it is so crowded every time I’ve passed at lunchtime and after eating there on

Detox salad – not such a ‘petit plat’

Saturday, I’m not surprised.  The menu has lots to choose from, is based on fresh produce from the market and caters for vegans and vegetarians too.

I was though slightly puzzled by the name: first of all I expected a Caribbean twist to the food but no, the ‘Trinidad’ comes from the chef-patron’s second name; and the ‘petits plats’ was deceptive given the size of our portions.  Now I learn, ‘Cette expression du XIXe siècle signifie que l’on engage des frais ou que l’on fait de gros efforts pour plaire à quelqu’un. …’

Their website gives an idea of menus, though these change in line with seasonal offerings: https://www.lespetitsplatsdetrinidad.com/  The desserts are worth saving space for. I had a fondant chocolate with caramel ice-cream, delicious and, like many of the puds, gluten-free.

There’s a small terrace on rue d’Italie and an interior dining area, which leads to a dining room at the back with an open kitchen.  Open 9-6:30, Tuesday – Saturday.  Despite the number of places, you really do have to book for lunch.

NEW!  Just opened opposite the restaurant, Le Comptoir Trinidad where you can take-away dishes from their kitchens.  As well as their walk-in service, you can order and pay online so your dishes/salads/desserts will be waiting for you.

Tues – Sat, 11-16:30.