Le Calife - Paris

The whole evening was lovely . The food was surprisingly very good hubby had the filet alla Rossini and I had the fish. Both cooked well. The welcome champagne was nice too. We sat in the Salon area after I tried booking the veranda and the lounge both not available. The downside to the Salon was folks all night back and forth to the bathroom as that’s where it’s located in the Salon as is the bar so very busy with foot traffic. Not my first choice . But if I do this again I’d not do it if we only get the Salon.

Stumbled upon this absolutely wonderful lunch experience while wandering somewhat aimlessly around Pont des Arts and that riverside of the Seine. We are boating people ourselves and this boat was so attractive we stopped to admire its “lines” and then noticed it was set up for dining and people were arriving for lunch. We told the lady in charge of boarding we regretfully did not have a reservation but she welcomed us aboard, as there were open tables. The cruise was delightful, the food was amazing, delicious private label wine, attentive and efficient service, and the accompanying (yet subtle) music was great as well! What a lovely afternoon it was!

The dinner cruise was the highlight of our trip. We had one person that was recovering from an accident. He was using a walker and we were running a bit late. I hurried ahead, the hostess said not to worry, they would help us. We had not thought about the many stairs we had to navigate. They arranged for Uber to pick us up, helped us up the stairs and across the street where the Uber driver was waiting. Lovely people. The food and wine were wonderful. This will not be our last dinner with them!

Was a bit apprehensive about a dinner cruise on the Seine, but this was a delight. Boat is small enough that it feels intimate and wherever you sit there are amazing views. Food was good, particularly considering the numbers being served. Service was very very good smooth and attentive. Highly recommend versus the other more touristy evening boat options on the Seine.

Always suggest to my B&B guests that this is THE best cruise on the Seine as it offers by far the best food and service and is cheaper than many too. Can't wait to return when Covid-times allow. I probably take this cruise at least 3 times a year and am never disappointed at all.