LOVE, LOVE, LOVE. This remains one of my favorite restaurants anywhere. The atmosphere is comfortable / casual and the emphasis is absolutely on culinary excellence. Eating here is an experience, one that resonates days, weeks, months after there meal is over. I have a difficult time making a decision on what to order, unlike a lot of restaurants that have predictable menus and standard offerings, a "standard" offered at Au Pied de Cochon will not be standard ... it will exceed your expectations.
This place lives up to its reputation, why I'm able to still get a seat there without waiting 1/2 a year is a mystery! TIP: the bread is excellent but try to lay off it before the meal, the portions are generous and often rich.