Mischief

Step inside Mischief and you’ll find yourself in a space that feels equal parts Paris bistro and industrial art gallery. This sister restaurant to Reyna occupies a striking corner of Le Marais, where exposed brick meets sleek design in a setting that wouldn’t look out of place on a high-fashion runway. The open kitchen commands attention, and if you can snag a seat there, you’ll be treated to a front-row view of the culinary creativity unfolding before you.

The menu here is a globe-trotting adventure disguised as comfort food. The kitchen takes familiar flavors and flips them on their head—think French onion soup reimagined as crispy spring rolls, or plump fried oysters tucked into pillowy bao buns instead of the usual bread roll. These playful starters beg to be shared, setting the tone for a meal that refuses to take itself too seriously while delivering serious flavor.

When it comes to mains, the pressed lamb dish stands out as a must-order. Drawing inspiration from Vietnamese phở, it arrives on a bed of rice noodles swimming in concentrated broth, crowned with a vibrant chili chimichurri that brings welcome heat. For something truly unexpected, seek out the limited-quantity pasta dish that pays tribute to childhood nostalgia—hand-rolled rings bathing in a decadent bone marrow and anchovy sauce.

Mischief works beautifully for groups looking to share plates and make an evening of it, though it’s equally suited for a memorable date night. The energy of the open kitchen, the inventive menu, and the effortlessly cool atmosphere combine to create one of Le Marais’s most enjoyable dining experiences.