125 Best Restaurants & Bistros in Paris (by Arrondissement) (Bundle)
125 Best Restaurants & Bistros in Paris (by Arrondissement) (Bundle)
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This guide is a collection of curated restaurants from all around Paris that Les Frenchies have tried and are happy to recommend. It includes cafes, bistros, bouillons, tea salons, and more. These are sit-down restaurants where you can enjoy traditional French dishes and must-try items while visiting Paris. And many of them were featured in our videos. Bon Appetit!
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Restaurants in 1-st Arrondissement
L'Escargot
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Great restaurant located near Les Halles, serving many french classics including escargots & frog legs. The decor of this restaurant is also delightful. They have a great wine selection.
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Les Marmottes
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If you love gooey cheese, this place is for you. Les Marmottes offers an Alpine ambiance and some of the best Raclette and Fondue around. But save room for the regional desserts and after dinner drinks.
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Louise Café
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Featured in our video on Restaurants near Le Louvre, this is a lovely cafe with many classics to grab a quick bite before or after visiting Le Louvre.
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Le Petit Samaritain
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Right behind La Samaritaine Department Store and just a quick walk from Le Louvre, this restaurant has great food. We tried the Duck Confit and for dessert, their Tarte Tatin with Pears was amazing.
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Le Soufflé
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A couple of blocks from Le Louvre, this restaurant serves Soufflés with many different flavors. We tried the cheese soufflé and a chocolate soufflé for dessert. Really good.
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Le Grand Véfour
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Upscale restaurant in Le Grand Palais. If you're looking for a traditional Parisian restaurant experience, this is the place.
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Le Meurice Alain Ducasse
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This is a very upscale restaurant in Paris. We featured it in our top 10 fine dining restaurants in Paris. This place is great for a celebration in a very classic decor & ambiance
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Ellsworth
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Juveniles
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Poulette
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Verjus
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Au Pied de Cochon
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Le Louchebem
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Louchebem means butcher in Parisian slang. So you'll have great Steak Frites here and many other cuts. And for dessert, we loved their Profiteroles au Chocolat, simply amazing.
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Restaurants in 2-nd Arrondissement
Le Petit Vendôme
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This hidden gem is a classic French bistro. They offer both sit down service and quick cheap eats from the front window. Their jambon beurre sandwiches are excellent. For sit down dining, try their charcuterie boards or beef tartare. For dessert, the pistachio creme brulee or tarte tatin.
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Le Compas
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On the famous rue de Montorgeuil near Les Halles, this classic french bistro serves fare like steak tartare & cocktails in a rustic-chic venue with sidewalk tables.
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La Grille Montorgueil
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Another gem on rue de Montorgeuil, here you want to try the Onion soup, beef tartare & charcuterie platters in this brasserie with sidewalk tables.
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Au Rocher de Cancale
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Very old restaurant on rue de Montorgeuil for classic Parisian dishes. The exterior decor is very unique and the terrace on warm days is delightful.
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La Brigade - Opéra
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This is a meat & fries French fast food. We tried the Saucisse de Montbéliard (sausage) with French fries and it was awesome. And you can totally get beer & wine here.
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Chez Suzette
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Great restaurants, not too far from Le Louvre & the Opera. This is a crepe restaurant, that's pretty much all they serve.
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Café Dalayrac
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Featured in Restaurants near Le Louvre, this is a delightful little restaurant & cafe. We ate a burger & a salad and it was really nice.
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Restaurants in 3-rd Arrondissement
Bouillon République
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This is the famous Bouillon restaurant at Place de la Republique. Colleen loved the bone marrow apetizer.
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Carette
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This is a Parisian institution for amazing pastries or lunch. We tried their Mont Blanc (Chestnuts) and their Delices aux Framboises which were amazing. The setting is also delightful.
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Le Café des Musées
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We loved their beef bourguignon which is served with mashed potatoes. The flavor & taste was amazing. This is a great restaurant in Le Marais for all the French classics
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Parcelles
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Restaurants in 4-th Arrondissement
Chez Mademoiselle
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This is an informal restaurant with a terrace serving local staples including seafood & meat dishes, plus wine near the St Paul Metro station in Le Marais.
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L’Ardoise 86
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Near Place des Vosges in Le Marais, this is a typical neighborhood cafe where you can have a great meal without spending a fortune. Try their steak-tartare. They also have a decent wine selection.
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Comptoir des Mers
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This is a fish store that became a restaurant. The quality is amazing here. We ate a big seafood platter here that was excellent. Enjoy with a glass of Sauternes and this is heaven. They also deliver if you prefer to have it at your AirBnB.
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Crepolog
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Le Bouquet des Archives
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Bistrot Des Tournelles
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Pain Vin Fromages
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Great restaurant to have a cheese fondue near the Pompidou Center. They are known for Savoyard raclette, fondue & cheese platters. Very charming decor with stone-walled space.
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Capitaine
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Le Loir dans La Théière
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Le Colimaçon
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Kuma
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This is a tiny little shop that serves Japanese Street food and it's amazing. There are literally 6 seats inside, so it's mostly takeout. We tried the Karaage don (Chicken nuggets and rice) and it's simply amazing. Also, everything here is affordable.
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Le Trumilou
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Le Bistrot de la Place
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Non-pretentious little neighborhood bistro, located near a hidden gem secret square. Try their Boeuf Bourguignon, you won't regret it.
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Au Bourguignon du Marais
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Restaurants in 5-th Arrondissement
Chez René
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Chez Rene is a classic French bistro and a favorite for locals. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. Everything here is delicious, but their Beef Bourguignon and Oeuf Mayonaise are exceptional. Be sure to ask for Daniel as your waiter!
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Le Vieux Bistrot : Spécialité Fromage, Fondue , Raclette, Pierrades
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This is an old French bistro on the popular rue Mouffetard in the heart of the Latin quarter. Try their onion soup, raclette or fondue. They also have some vegetarian and Gluten-free options on the menu.
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LE38M
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This is a highly rated place by locals for cocktails, tapas & burgers. This restaurant is in the heart of the Latin quarter on the famous rue Mouffetard. Get a cocktail and a burger here.
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La Tour d'Argent
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Very upscale restaurant in Paris. One of the oldest gastronomic institution in France
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Caluche
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Perraudin
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One of the best Boeuf Bourguignon in Paris. The Steak au Poivre was equally amazing. This is a very authentic French restaurant where locals eat.
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Le Balzar
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Restaurant Le Coupe-Chou
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Les Pipos
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Restaurants in 6-th Arrondissement
La Jacobine
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Jacobine has been one of our top favorites for decades. There isn't anything here we don't like. From their onion soup or escargot to the coq au vin, roasted lamb or hot goat cheese salad, these guys pay attention to the details with eveything they make. Don't forget to try the best hot chocolate in Paris along with a pistachio raspberry tarte or a carambar (caramel) cheesecake. These guys never disappoint.
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La Grande Crèmerie
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Probably the best place for Charcuterie and appetizers in Paris. We tried the mixed charcuterie board, foie gras & cheeses and loved it. And the Tiramisu is absolutely amazing.
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Le Bonaparte
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Cafe Bonaparte is a great place to have a ham and cheese omlet or a cup of coffe and a chocolate mousse, and do some people watching. It is an unpretentious spot next to Les Deux Magot and across from the 11th century church Eglise St Germain.
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Restaurant Guy Savoy
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Lapérouse
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Seulement Sea
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Colleen's favorite for Moules-Frites in Paris (Mussels & Fries). This is a tiny neighborhood restaurant in the heart of St Germain with great desserts and a decent wine list. This is a must-stop for us.
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Huitrerie Régis
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This is Oyster heaven. If you're in the mood for oysters while in Paris, this tiny typical french café is the place to be. Located in the heart of St Germain, this is one of our favorites for an oyster platter in a non-pretentious environment.
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Joséphine Chez Dumonet
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Le Prince Racine
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Restaurant Chez Bartolo
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If you're in the mood for Italian, don't skip this restaurant. We ate Pizza and Pasta and it was really good. They offer both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals that will knock your socks off.
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La Rotonde
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La Ferrandaise
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Le Calife
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Restaurants in 7-th Arrondissement
Chez Germaine
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Chez Germaine is a quiet neighborhood hole in the wall with amazing food. We especially like their Confit de Canard, Entrecote Frite, and for dessert the black current clafoutti.
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Le Bistrot de Paris
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Le Bistro de Paris is a lively place where you could easily hide out or run into a celebrity or politician. We suggest starting your meal with a glass of champagne and the classic French raddishes with salt, butter and a crispy baguette. Their bone marrow is out of this world. The Jouet de Beouf is tender a flavorful. And, the profiteroles are just the way to wrap up the meal.
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Jules Verne
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This is the fine dining restaurant inside the Eiffel Tower on the 2nd floor. A reservation is required here.
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L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon
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Café Nano
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Cafe Nano is a great place for lunch close to the Musée d'Orsay and Musée Rodin. Very fresh food, nicely prepared, with a fantastic baked chocolate pear dessert. We love this place for a quick lunch on-the-go.
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Aux Cerises
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This is a small neighborhood bistro that serves Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. This is a fairly small place with indoor & outdoor seating areas. We had their lunch formula (Appetizer + Main or Main + Dessert) and it was delicious. Our waitress spoke perfect English and was really fun. We recommend that you make a reservation here.
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Les Cocottes
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Almost everything in this restaurant is served in a small iron crock pot and is absolutely delicious. We tried a beef stew that was simply amazing. You'll need a reservation here.
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Bellota-Bellota Tour Eiffel
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Café Max Invalides
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You may walk past this little cafe without thinking much of it, but this is a Parisian institution where business people and politicians come to grab lunch. Try the classics like Oeuf Mimosa (devilled eggs), the famous crispy pig's ears, Saler's beef tartar, tender steak with shallots, Normandy-style veal kidney and wild-caught fish, crème caramel & rice pudding.
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Les Antiquaires
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Great place to grab a bite to eat before heading to Le Louvre or Musée d'Orsay. Their steak au poivre was excellent.
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La Fontaine de Mars
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We had the Magret de Canard and an excellent Boeuf Tartare. The Croustillant au chocolate was heavenly.
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La Bonne Excuse
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Restaurant CINQ-MARS
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Restaurants in 8-th Arrondissement
Chez Savy
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Chez Savy is a Paris locals favorite, serving old school traditional French food. Their Oeuf Mayonaise is literally award winning. Their bone marrow appetizer will knock your socks off and their gigot de agneau (roasted baby lamb) is a top favorite. Ask to have Sebastian as your waiter. He's a Frenchman who grew up in the US and knows the best of both worlds.
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Le Bistro Marbeuf
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This is a chic Parisian bistro just a couple of blocks away from the famous Champs Elysées. This bistro specializes in dishes from the region of Lyon, so everything is delicious.
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Bistrot du Sommelier Paris Philippe Faure-Brac
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At the Bistro du Sommelier is the place to go for a wine tasting menu. The restaurant is owned and operated by World Champion Sommelier Philippe Faure-Brac. Everyone working in the restaurant, from the hostess to the servers and chefs, are also sommeliers. You will be surrounded by people who are knowledgable and committed to enjoying all of the subtle nuaces of wine culture (in an unpretencious way).
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Le Relais de l’Entrecôte
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If looking for the typical Parisian Steak & Frites, this is the place. This Parisian bistro has 3 locations around Paris but this one is near the Champs Elysées.
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Le Mermoz
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Le Chalet du 8ème
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Restaurants in 9-th Arrondissement
La Table des Anges
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Here, you'll get the neighborhood café feeling near Pigalle in Montmartre. They have an amazing duck terrine (paté) that you don't want to miss.
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Cœur de breizh
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Le Bon Georges
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Le Comptoir Boutary
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ASPIC
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Restaurants in 10-th Arrondissement
Bouillon Chartier Gare de l'Est
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Same owner as Bouillon Chartier near Les Grands Boulevard but not nearly as busy. Best to arrive at 12pm sharp for lunch. They serve all the classics at a very affordable price.
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Amore Mio - Saint Martin
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Amazing pizza place near Gare du Nord and Canal St Martin. They offer both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options to fit any apetite. You have real Italians running this place and it shows!
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Brasserie Bellanger
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A fan's favorite restaurant near Gare du Nord. If you have a train to catch and looking for a great Parisian experience before you leave, this is the place.
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Le Verre Volé
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Les Arlots
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Restaurants in 11-th Arrondissement
Breizh Café Paul Bert | La Crêpe Autrement
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When a Chef from Brittany marries a Japanese woman, you are bound to get crepes with an amazing flair. This place will not disappoint. Highly recommended.
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Restaurant Au Passage
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AUX BONS CRUS
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Bistrot Paul Bert
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Known for being one of the best Steak au Poivre (Steak with Pepper Sauce) in Paris, this small restaurant is a must-try on your visit to Paris. And make sure to leave room for their soufflé for dessert.
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Chez Paul
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Le Rigmarole
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Le Saint Sébastien
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Septime
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Restaurants in 12-th Arrondissement
À la Biche au Bois
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L'Alchimiste
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Restaurants in 13-th Arrondissment
Chez Trassoudaine
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Le Limousin
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Restaurants in 14-th Arrondissement
Le Dôme Café
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Fine dining restaurant for seafood. Lobster, seafood platters & bouillabaisse are what you want to try. This is an art deco brasserie with a glass veranda.
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Crêperie Chez Jeanne
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La Coupole
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Restaurants in 15-th Arrondissement
Le Café du Commerce
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This is a typical 100-year-old Parisian neighborhood brasserie. This is as classic as it gets. Nothing really fancy here but great food with exciting decor. The Atrium is gorgeous. We tried the burger and profiteroles au chocolate and we weren't disappointed.
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Le Ciel de Paris Restaurant
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Le Volant Basque
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Restaurants in 16-th Arrondissement
Bustronome - Paris. Restaurant-bus
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Elegant French dishes served on a repurposed double-decker bus traveling around Paris. It's a fixed menu. Have a great meal while seeing all the key sites around Paris. Great at night!
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Le Bistrot des Vignes
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Restaurants in 17-th Arrondissement
BRUTUS - Crêperie moderne et bar à cidres à Paris 17. Crêpe, cidre & cocktails
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By far, one of the best crepes I had in Paris. Service and food were excellent.
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Restaurant - Le Paris 17
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Restaurants in 18-th Arrondissement
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La Boîte aux Lettres
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Le Refuge des Fondus
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Le Sanglier Bleu
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Crêperie Brocéliande
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Le Coq & Fils - the Poultry House
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Le Bouclard
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Le Valois
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Bouillon Pigalle
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Popular casual bistro serving traditional French mains & desserts with house wines by the glass. They serve all the classics at a very affordable price. Try the Oeuf due Mayonnaise or the Steak Frites.
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After 32 years in the US, the Duponts moved to France where Antoine was born. Antoine is rediscovering his homeland and sharing it with his American wife Colleen. They are on a quest to find the best France has to offer.
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