Latin Quarter
The owners here clearly have a different definition of the word 'ordinary' than the rest of us: pop in for market-driven delights like sardines in an…
Must-see restaurants in Paris
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Before you do anything else, sidle up to the bar or bag a seat on the terrace for a potent mojito or a glass of wine. This place is lively and hip, and…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
A huge dining room partition with blackboard paint chalks up Cinq-Mars' vast array of wines, while the seasonal menu is scrawled on one side. Traditional…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
A Belleville institution, this no-frills canteen serves an extensive range of Vietnamese specialities including great bowls of pho (noodles), bún (rice…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Cellophane-wrapped, Mexican-style ice creams on sticks come in a head-spinning array of flavours. Juice-based choices span mandarin to açaí and yuzu,…
Paris
Parisians' love affair with Israeli cuisine shows no signs of abating, and Maafim is a perfect place to see why. Delicious dishes span shakshouka (tomato-…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Sardinian ricotta and honeyed almonds, Piedmont hazelnut truffle, coffee and cardamom, and caipirinha (yes, the Brazilian cocktail of cachaça, sugar and…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
English pastry chef Chris Wilson and his Irish partner Christine O'Sullivan keep the city supplied in traditional English scones, muffins, loaf cakes,…
Paris
With six different soups served daily, chances are you’ll find something here to warm you up. Choices might include leek, potato and chorizo, pumpkin…
Latin Quarter
Braised duck in blackcurrrant sauce, mushroom polenta, cheese and charcuterie plates – this casual bar makes for an inviting place to converse while…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
French designer Dorothée Meilichzon created the beautifully tiled interior of this bright modern cafe that buzzes from dawn to dusk. Its kitchen cooks up…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Advance reservations are essential at this modern 'tapas' bar with stark white marble, glitzy mirrors and series of small plates that promise to thrill…
Paris
Approximately halfway between place d'Italie and Bibliothèque Nationale de France, this great little restaurant serves up some of the 13e's best…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Classically inspired dishes here centre on seasonal ingredients like chestnuts, truffles and rhubarb, with just four choices for each course (plus another…
Paris
Easy to spot by the crowd waiting for a table, the sharp, smart, black and wood space sizzles up bijou-sized burgers with brioche buns baked fresh twice…
Paris
Situated a short stroll from the gates of Parc André Citroën, this place is a handy pit stop for freshly baked picnic staples: luscious quiches (salmon,…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
What began life as a vegan hot-dog stand on three wheels – pedalled around town by Coralie and partner Daqui – has expanded into a fully fledged cafe…
Paris
This one-stop shop for all of Paris' most coveted indulgences (Pierre Hermé macarons, lemon-yuzu eclairs, pâtés, bean-to-bar chocolate, wine and Champagne…
Paris
A micro outpost of carnivore heaven, tucked away down an inconspicuous side street 10 minutes from the Arc de Triomphe. The Atelier focuses uniquely on…
Latin Quarter
Centuries-old wooden beams and exposed stone add instant charm to this busy restaurant-bar on rue Mouffetard, a market street. Be it a deep-fried squid,…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Contemporary takes on classical French dishes are served in a sublime, pre-Revolution building and former auction room with a knock-out circular dining…
Paris
This long-standing rotisserie specialises in free-range chicken from southwest France, prepared in a variety of fashions: simply roasted, as a crumble, or…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Fruit tarts (peach, lemon, apple), croissants, cakes and amaryllis (the house signature dessert) are among this celebrated pastry chef's specialities sold…
Paris
This is where top French chef Alain Ducasse and his followers ‘slum’ it. The venue is an art nouveau masterpiece that feels more real than movie set; the…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
The antithesis of chains-that-shall-not-be-mentioned, Pizza Chic’s cast-iron walls and crisp white tablecloths set the scene for rarefied pizzas like…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Housed in beautiful 16th-century Hôtel de Marle, this gorgeous cafe in the Institut Suédois (Swedish Institute) cultural centre lures Parisians with its…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Whether you're in search of an artsy canal-side hang-out or a picnic to go, this winning cafe has all the goods: soup served in army-issued tin bowls,…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Craft cocktails marry perfectly with the exquisite dishes of chef Terumitsu Saito, flavoured with edible flowers and a profusion of herbs, at this…
Paris
No typo – it's that cheap. This pocket-sized den feels like you've been let in on a secret. Sandrine prepares excellent food that anyone can appreciate –…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
The walls at this swanky bistro are nearly 100% chalkboard, with the day’s temptations writ large. The brainchild of seasoned chef Philippe Damas, Philou…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
This is a brilliantly contemporary bakery with a graffitied red-brick wall, super-stuffed bread rolls, lavish quiches, and a rainbow of fruit tarts,…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Your neighbours might be diplomats or civil servants working in a ministry nearby – not a bad sign. In a very institutional area, La Laiterie is a beacon…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Boulangerie (bakery) Au 140 is renowned for its crunchy-to-perfection baguettes and gourmet, wood-fired oven breads laced with nuts, honey, almonds,…
Paris
Especially at lunch, the ‘Inkwell’ draws in the crowds with its open kitchen, large picture window and great-value prices. Generously sized traditional…
Paris
Indulge in something sweet at this great little pâtisserie, chocolate-maker and traiteur (caterer), going strong since 1976. Along with sweet pastries, it…
Paris
Casual cousin of the sleek Verjus, Ellsworth has carved out its own niche in the Parisian ecosystem with a delectable take on American faves like fried…
Paris
Each week this tiny pizzeria offers eight different pizza types reflecting Italy's eight regions, utilising imported products such as Linosa capers,…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Paris' oldest restaurant hides behind an iron gate that’s been here since it opened in 1680. Classical decor and cuisine (onion soup, duck, lamb and…
Paris
One of the few reasonable dining options near the Centre Pompidou, Dame Tartine makes the most of its lively location across from the whimsical Stravinsky…
Paris
Named after a style of crêpe that's as delicate as fine lace (dentelle), this is probably not the place to go if you're starving. However, it is an…
