Must-see restaurants in Paris

  • Restaurant du Palais Royal

    Paris

    The terrace of this Parisian classic overlooking the Palais Royal is certainly a coveted spot in fine weather. In colder months the traditional dining…

  • Le Mâchon d’Henri

    St-Germain & Les Invalides

    Feisty French staples at this tiny, jam-packed bistro might include Lyonnais boudin noir aux pommes (black pudding with apples), Jura saucisse de Morteau …

  • Pad Thai

    Paris

    The eponymous Thai pad thai (stir-fried rice noodles) is the signature dish of this local spot. Other artfully presented takes on Thai classics include…

  • Les Pâtes Vivantes

    Paris

    This is one of the only spots in Paris for là miàn (hand-pulled noodles) made to order in the age-old northern Chinese tradition. It packs in a crowd, so…

  • Terminus Nord

    Montmartre & Northern Paris

    Directly across from the Gare du Nord, this busy landmark brasserie has a beautiful copper bar, waiters in white and black uniforms, brass fixtures and…

  • Le Réveil du 10e

    Montmartre & Northern Paris

    This corner bistro across the street from the covered Marché St-Martin draws a local crowd with its plates of charcuterie (saucisson, rillettes, pâté),…

  • Le Temps des Cérises

    Paris

    Run by a workers’ cooperative for nearly four decades, the ‘Time of Cherries’ is an easygoing restaurant (provided you switch off your phone!) serving…

  • Cantine California

    Paris

    This roving food truck serves up organic burgers, tacos and homemade desserts from San Francisco transplant Jordan Feilders.

  • La Cave Mavrommátis

    Latin Quarter

    Gourmet meze (tarama-drenched toast, aubergine caviar), pita sandwiches and Greek wines make this wine bar perfect for a quick bite or a glass. Watch for…

  • Le Coquelicot

    Montmartre & Northern Paris

    A handy spot for an easy meal, the Coquelicot offers omelettes, quiches, sandwiches and yummy pastries. The outdoor tables occupy a prime location on rue…

  • SuperNature Restaurant

    Paris

    Organic goodness from the popular cafe across the street. Restaurant mains are substantial – think veal with watercress and coriander, or mushroom-pesto…

  • Framboise

    Paris

    This handy branch of the Paris crêpe chain is a 10-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower across the river, and even closer to the museums in the Palais de…

  • Kraft Hotdog

    Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville

    At this New York–style deli in Le Marais, gourmet hot dogs come in five types, such as Avocado, smothered in coleslaw, guacamole and honey mustard. Sides…

  • Steak Point

    Paris

    Dine on sizzling steaks and burgers from star butcher Yves-Marie Le Bourdonnec in the basement of Lafayette Gourmet. Unlimited chips, limited seating.

  • Pink Flamingo

    Paris

    Pizzas at this popular Parisian pizzeria include L'Obama (grilled bacon and homemade pineapple chutney) and La Che (Cuban-style pork marinated for 24…

  • Le Beau Caillou

    Paris

    Accras (fried fish), meat- or fish-curry-filled roti (flatbread) and gallo pinto (rice and beans) are among the Caribbean dishes served from this food…

  • Cojean

    Paris

    Across the street from the Louvre, this stylish sandwich and salad bar promises a quick lunch for less than €10 beneath the splendour of an elegant…

  • KimPop

    Paris

    Korean food truck KimPop serves soup, pork, beef or tofu bibimbap ('mixed rice') salad bowls and kimbap (sushi-style rolls) and more.

  • Currywurst Paris-Berlin

    Paris

    Berlin-style currywurst (chopped sausage slathered in curry sauce), fluffy pretzels and caffeine-packed Fritz-kola are sold from this food truck.

  • Gelati d'Alberto

    Latin Quarter

    Excellent Italian gelato comes in 36 flavours at this seasonally opening boutique – a small gets you two scoops, shaped to resemble a flower.

  • Caldo Freddo

    Paris

    Pizzas by the pie and the slice (with a truffle topping!) along with arancini, antipasti and panini.

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