THE BEST Restaurants in Paris

From street food to fine dining — discover the best restaurants in Paris with curated picks, local tips, and free itinerary planning tools.

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🍽️ Restaurants in Paris

  • Le Comptoir du Relais — A beloved Left Bank bistro serving classic French comfort dishes.
  • L’As du Fallafel — A legendary Marais falafel counter with queues out the door.
  • Bouillon Chartier — A historic brasserie serving affordable traditional French food in a grand hall.
  • Le Jules Verne — A Michelin-starred restaurant inside the Eiffel Tower with panoramic views.
  • Septime — A highly acclaimed neo-bistro with a daily changing market menu.
  • Chez L’Ami Jean — A hearty Basque-influenced bistro famous for large portions and convivial atmosphere.
  • Le Grand Véfour — A two-Michelin-star restaurant in the Palais Royal gardens with refined French cuisine.
  • La Fontaine de Mars — A traditional Parisian bistro with red-checked tablecloths near the Eiffel Tower.
  • Café de Flore — A historic Saint-Germain café once frequented by writers and philosophers.
  • Les Deux Magots — A famous literary café opposite Saint-Germain-des-Prés church.
  • Angelina — A tea salon renowned for thick hot chocolate and Mont-Blanc pastries.
  • Poilâne — A legendary bakery famous for its large sourdough miche and apple tarts.
  • Breizh Café — A modern crêperie with high-quality buckwheat galettes and Breton cider.
  • Du Pain et des Idées — A historic bakery known for escargot pastries and excellent breads.
  • Benedict — A popular brunch spot in the Marais known for eggs Benedict and burgers.
  • Frenchie — A trendy bistro by chef Gregory Marchand with a tasting menu and wine bar.
  • Le Relais de l’Entrecôte — A steak-frites institution serving salad, steak and unlimited fries in one set menu.
  • Bouillon Pigalle — A bustling budget brasserie with classic French dishes and long communal tables.
  • Le Procope — The oldest café, once frequented by Voltaire and Napoleon.
  • Miznon — A lively pita restaurant by Israeli chef Eyal Shani with creative fillings.

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