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$ | Grands Boulevards |
So-named to call one of the Parisian soup restaurants popular among workers in the early 20th century, Bouillon Chartier is a part of the Gérard Joulie group of bistros and brasseries, which discreetly updated the menu without changing the fundamentals. People come here more for the bonhomie and the stunning 1896 interior than the cooking, which could be politely described as unambitious—then again, where else can you find a plate of foie gras for €7.50? This cavernous restaurant—the only original fin-de-siécle bouillon to remain true to its mission of serving cheap, sustaining food to the masses—enjoys a huge following, including one regular who has come for lunch nearly every day since 1946.
7 rue du Faubourg-Montmartre, Paris, Île-de-France, 75009, France
Known For
- Paris's last truly authentic bouillon
- 19th-century ambience
- Extensive menu with gentle prices
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted
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$ | Montparnasse |
The exceptional Art Nouveau decor and inexpensive menu are strong magnets for diners who are willing to stand in line for a seat at this historic brasserie, all to enjoy a three-course meal for as little as €20. The food is average and service brisk, but it's worth a visit between traditional meal times when there is no line.
59 blvd du Montparnasse, Paris, Île-de-France, 75014, France
Known For
- Long lines
- Great decor
- Affordable prices
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$ | Grands Boulevards |
There's nothing quite like a good old-fashioned Paris brasserie ... except, perhaps, for a good old-fashioned Paris neobrasserie, a lively new genre that takes the best of the classic eatery—lively atmosphere, copious menu options, all-day hours, classic decor—and adds a 21st-century vibe, all at reasonable prices. At Dubillot, you'll find the French classics—oeufs mayonnaise, house-made country pâté, steak tartare, smoked trout, leg of lamb, crispy frites—along with well-priced wines by the bottle or glass. Everything is homemade, and the chef is dedicated to preserving France's gastronomic heritage by sourcing all meats and produce locally. This is tradition brought up to date at its finest—and it's a lot of fun to boot!
222 rue St-Denis, Paris, Île-de-France, 75002, France
Known For
- Brasserie classics with locally sourced ingredients
- Affordable wines
- Fun and lively ambience
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: none
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$ | Les Halles |
This most stalwart of Breton addresses in the French capital is known for its savory buckwheat galettes and sweet wheat-flour crêpes, best enjoyed with a glass of local Breton cider. The city boasts several outposts of this restaurant; this one quite near the Les Halles market area is known for its cozy vaulted cider cellar, with more than 40 ciders to sample.
14 rue des Petits Carreaux, Paris, Île-de-France, 75002, France
Known For
- Organic buckwheat galettes with fillings like truffled ham, Basque chorizo, and raw-milk raclette cheese
- Nonstop service throughout the day
- Outdoor tables overlooking a lively pedestrian shopping street
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$ | Marais Quarter |
In summer, look for the crowd spilling out the front of this signless wine bar named for Jean-Louis, the bartender (bubar or barbu is French slang for "bearded"). The wine menu—with many selections available by the glass—features French wines and small-batch vintages from South Africa, Chile, and Argentina. Try the small dishes and some lovely tartines (toasted bread with various toppings), or bring in whatever noshes suit your fancy from the neighborhood—the owner encourages it.
3 rue des Tournelles, Paris, Île-de-France, 75004, France
Known For
- Low-lit, almost clandestine atmosphere
- Wines to discover, guided by a knowledgeable and generous owner
- Bring-your-own snacks option
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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$ | Louvre |
This Japanese-inspired mini-chain of coffeehouses is the place to be seen during Paris Fashion Week. There are four locations in Paris: one at 208 rue de Rivoli, one at 2 place André Malraux with a full restaurant menu, one at 30 rue du Vertbois that also serves as a roastery, and this one—the original and persistent favorite, thanks in large part to the views over the Palais Royal gardens.
51 galerie Montpensier, Paris, Île-de-France, 75001, France
Known For
- Branded apparel and coffee mugs
- Iced matcha lattes perfect for cooling down in summer
- Tasty cakes like shortbread, brownies, and babka including gluten-free options
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$ | Montmartre |
A trailblazer on the Paris gastro-coffee scene, out-of-the-way Café Lomi first supplied expertly roasted single-origin coffees to the first wave of barista cafés and top restaurants. Now Lomi's industrial-chic loft is equal parts roaster, café, workshop, and pilgrimage stop for hard-core coffee lovers, serving a range of splendid brews along with a menu of warm and cold dishes and a hearty brunch on weekends.
3 ter rue Marcadet, Paris, Île-de-France, 75018, France
Known For
- Industrial-chic space
- Coffee roasted on the premises
- Consistently excellent brews
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Mon., and 3 wks in Aug., Reservations not accepted
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$ | Latin Quarter |
Settle in on the terrace for lunch (try the beef carpaccio or salmon tartare) or join the locals along the zinc bar at this Latin Quarter favorite. Nestled at the foot of gently sloping Rue Monge, it offers friendly service amidst an old-school bistro ambience.
144 rue Mouffetard, Paris, Île-de-France, 75005, France
Known For
- Authentic bistro atmosphere
- Late night hours until 2 am
- Excellent value
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$ | Marais Quarter |
You may be tempted to call it a sandwich stand, but for Parisians it's more of a pilgrimage point at the beloved Marché des Enfants-Rouges. Alain's inspired creations burst with organic vegetables (raw or roasted), artisanal cheeses, locally cured ham, roast chicken, or pastrami, among other gourmet fillings, lodged between slices of bread, a buckwheat galette, or a socca (a Provençale flatbread made with chickpea flour). Each day brings fresh surprises on the blackboard menu, all to be enjoyed at the market's outdoor seating or at a nearby park.
26 rue Charlot, Paris, Île-de-France, 75003, France
Known For
- Good price for the quantity and quality
- Top ingredients
- A favorite Parisian address
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner
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$ | St-Germain-des-Prés |
With a cheerfully bright and tiny, wood-beamed dining room—there's more space in the loft-like upstairs—this spot is devoted to the egg in all its forms. Whether you like yours baked with smoked salmon, whisked into an omelet with truffle shavings, or beaten into fluffy pancakes, there will be something for you on the blackboard menu. It's perfect for a late breakfast or light lunch on weekdays (it opens at 10 am and closes in the late afternoon), though rather mobbed for weekend brunch (10 am to 6 pm).
11 rue Bernard Palissy, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
Known For
- Great breakfast and brunch spot
- Special-order coffee
- Cheerful, child-friendly atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed.
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$ | Marais Quarter |
"Gastro-café" may be the best description of this pint-size coffee shop with an inventive menu of seasonal fare. You can enjoy your artisanal coffee, homemade lemonade, kombucha, or glass of organic wine with dishes inspired by Paris's cultural mix: pulled pork banh mi, a "dwitch" sandwich on brioche with caramelized bacon, fried egg, and miso topped with fresh herbs. Delicious homemade pastries are perfect for breakfast or a gourmet coffee break.
86 rue des Archives, Paris, Île-de-France, 75003, France
Known For
- All-day hours
- Delicious pastries and inventive snacks
- Great coffee
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner
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$ | Grands Boulevards |
One of Paris's first bento-box cafés (it's also a Japanese grocer), this cozy spot on storied Rue Ste-Anne offers an array of delicious eats, from smoked eel and grilled salmon to crispy chicken, fried tofu, and yummy veggie sides like marinated seaweed—a house specialty—and sesame spinach. For a meal on the go, this is the place. It's small, cafeteria-style, and no-frills, and crowds can snake down the block, so get there by noon for lunch. Bento boxes are also great to go.
46 rue Ste-Anne, Paris, Île-de-France, 75009, France
Known For
- Bento boxes to go
- Long lines
- Japanese gourmet groceries
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner Mon.–Wed., none
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$ | Grands Boulevards |
Set at a leafy crossroads on the lively Rue des Martyrs, this is a top pick in this vibrant neighborhood for a quick stop or to linger with a device. The coffee (roasted at their atelier-café Back in Black) is always good, as are the many other beverage options, both hot and cold, and the food—from healthy salads and sandwiches to yummy pastries—exactly what's needed to get you revved up for your next Paris adventure.
53 av. Trudaine, Paris, Île-de-France, 75009, France
Known For
- Spacious outdoor setting
- Healthy snacks
- Open daily
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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$ | Marais Quarter |
For one of the cheapest, tastiest meals in Paris, look no further than the fantastic falafel stands on the pedestrian Rue de Rosiers, where L'As (the Ace) is widely considered the best of the bunch, with lunchtime lines that extend down the street. A falafel sandwich costs €6 to go or €8 in the dining room, and it's heaping with grilled eggplant, cabbage, hummus, tahini, and hot sauce. The shawarma (grilled, skewered meat) sandwich, made with chicken or lamb, is also one of the finest in town. Although takeout is popular, it can be fun (and not as messy) to eat off a plastic plate in one of the two frenzied dining rooms. Fresh lemonade is the falafel's best match.
34 rue des Rosiers, Paris, Île-de-France, 75004, France
Known For
- The best, freshest, and biggest falafel sandwich in town
- Fast takeout or seated service at lunch
- Shawarma sandwiches
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sat. No dinner Fri.
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$ | Île Saint-Louis |
Sip tea (or lusciously thick hot chocolate) and sample tasty cakes at this atmospheric salon.
24 rue St-Louis-en-l'Ile, Paris, Île-de-France, 75004, France
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch Wed.–Fri.
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$ | Montparnasse |
With lacy curtains, beamed ceilings, and carved wood walls, this might be the closest you'll get to an authentic Breton crêperie without heading to the coast. Tuck into a hearty buckwheat galette, perfectly crisped on the edges and filled with, perhaps, a classic combo of country ham, egg, cheese, and mushrooms, accompanied by a pitcher of refreshing dry Breton cider. For dessert, the traditional crêpe filled with crème de marron (chestnut) or the sublime caramel au beurre salé (salted caramel) is not to be missed. With a two-course lunch formule for €14, this is a great place for a quick, satisfying, and thoroughly French meal. Extra bonus: the kids will love it.
67 rue du Montparnasse, Paris, Île-de-France, 75014, France
Known For
- Authentic Breton crêpes
- Quick and efficient service
- Perfect for families
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Aug., and 2 wks in Jan. No lunch Tues.
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$ | Marais Quarter |
This calm café-brasserie on busy Rue de Rivoli is a local favorite with an extensive wine list. Though the food is nothing to write home about, its authentic brasserie atmosphere and inexpensive wines by the glass from every region of France make it a great place for a quick pick-me-up or an apéro on the go. It's open late, too.
24 rue de Rivoli, Paris, Île-de-France, 75004, France
Known For
- Total lack of snobbery
- Reasonably priced Champagne
- Authentic Art Deco interior
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$ | Marais Quarter |
Sink into a comfy armchair at this popular tearoom, whose name translates to "the Dormouse in the Teapot" (from Alice's Adventures in Wonderland). The savory tarts are good, but the real stars are desserts like the decadent chocolate crumble tart or mile-high lemon meringue pie. The restaurant's all-day hours are a bonus, especially for teatime, but its no-reservations policy means lines for weekend brunch can be dauntingly long.
3 rue des Rosiers, Paris, Île-de-France, 75004, France
Known For
- Scrumptious desserts
- Shabby-chic setting
- Popular Sunday brunch (expect lines)
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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$ | Champs-Élysées |
When the opulence of the neighborhood begins to overwhelm, this refreshing island of unpretentious pleasures is a good place to restore both body and budget. In addition to the charm of its bright, cheerful interiors—complete with mirrors, fresh flowers, globe chandeliers, and a zinc bar—you'll find a sophisticated daily menu of market-fresh dishes and small plates. After sampling the excellent and well-priced wines by the glass and deliciously uncomplicated desserts, you'll understand why Parisian foodies keep this address to themselves.
16 rue Jean Mermoz, Paris, Île-de-France, 75008, France
Known For
- Foodie hideaway
- Well-priced small plates
- Affordable wines by the glass
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed weekends
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$ | Eiffel Tower |
From a wine-soaked boeuf Bourguignon and garlicky snails to tasty slabs of homemade country pâté served with cornichons and a hearty red, this Art Nouveau–era bistro offers all the classics of southwestern France. Check the blackboard menu for the daily specials, delivered in generous portions at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
29 rue Cler, Paris, Île-de-France, 75007, France
Known For
- Generous portions of all the French classics
- Open all day
- Open Sunday