Just across the street from the university's ugly Jussieu campus, this cozy spot is a good example of how the modern bistro genre is thriving in Paris. The airy front room -- often filled with bon vivant academics while students line up for sandwiches nearby -- is a pleasant place for a meal, with a solicitous proprietor, good waiters, and scrumptious food from chef Philippe Duclos. His style shows in such dishes as panfried scallops with vegetable strips, roasted duck breast with tandoori spices, and a pork chop with lentils and foie gras. Regulars go for the budget-smart set menus: EUR15 at lunch and EUR28 at dinner. Reservations essential. Métro: Jussieu.