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Where to Eat in Paris: 36 Must-Try Places
Welcome to the ultimate pocket guide for where to eat in Paris! From viral TikTok recommendations to centuries-old authentic French bistros, I tested and reviewed the city’s most talked-about food spots so you know exactly what is worth your money.
Every place in this guide is one of the best in Paris.
All 36 are must-try. The first cards in each section have my full notes, with more saved favorites below them.
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15 spots
Top Pastries, Breakfast & Sweet Treats
Hot chocolate, éclairs, macarons and chocolate.
Pastries & Sweets
Carette
World-famous, ultra-rich hot chocolate topped with thick whipped cream. The croissant is average.
Visit the Place des Vosges branch. If you order the strawberry side, note it is €21, so skip it if you are not into strawberries. It is pretty expensive.
Pastries & Sweets
L'Éclair de Génie
Fluffy dough and a crisp coating, inside Galeries Lafayette Gourmet.
Their signature is the salted caramel.
Pastries & Sweets
La Maison d'Isabelle
A must-have. Best croissant ever.
Must try the pain au chocolat as well.
Pastries & Sweets
Ladurée
Authentic French macarons from €2.50 each. Extremely fresh, soft and melt-in-your-mouth.
Try the raspberry and pistachio.
Pastries & Sweets
Chapon
Artisanal chocolaterie legendary for its rich chocolate mousse bar, with single-origin selections.
Served in scoops and cups.
Pastries & Sweets
PLAQ Chocolat
A bean-to-bar chocolate workshop making chocolate bars, drinks and treats.
Great for lovers of refined craft chocolate.
Pastries & Sweets
Jean-Paul Hévin
Chocolatier and pâtissier.
Try the chocolate and passion fruit macaron.
Pastries & Sweets
Cédric Grolet Opéra
High-end, hyper-realistic fruit pastries and luxury desserts.
Don't spend too much time in the lines. There are other really nice pâtisseries in Paris, so skip it if the line is long. Their mango is the best mango dessert.
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Bakery
Du Pain et des Idées
The croissant with chocolate and pistachio is a masterpiece.
9 spots
Coffee Shops & Quick Bites
Coffee in a chocolate cone, sourdough and sandwiches.
Coffee & Quick Bites
La Crème de Paris Notre-Dame
Hot coffee served inside a chocolate-lined ice cream cone, plus great fresh crêpes.
Right across from Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Coffee & Quick Bites
Oats Coffee
Trendy, modern specialty coffee with espresso drinks, oat milk lattes and light bites.
A modern, contemporary vibe.
Coffee & Quick Bites
Ten Belles Bread
Popular craft bakery and specialty coffee shop known for sourdough bread and filter coffee.
A cozy local alternative to the modern espresso bars.
Coffee & Quick Bites
Madame Madame
High-quality gourmet sandwiches made on fresh bread.
Visit before 5:00 PM. It closes early.
Coffee & Quick Bites
Lulu la nantaise
Authentic Breton galettes, the savory buckwheat crêpes, with a choice of fillings.
Visit before 5:00 PM. It closes early.
Coffee & Quick Bites
La Baguette du Relais
A steak and fries sandwich. Amazing, but so heavy.
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2 spots
Authentic Saint-Germain Cafés
Two terraces with a long history.
Saint-Germain Cafés
Les Deux Magots
Historic literary café in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, once frequented by famous artists and writers.
The quintessential spot for people-watching, with outdoor terrace seating.
Saint-Germain Cafés
Café de Flore
The iconic corner landmark of timeless Saint-Germain café culture.
Right next to Les Deux Magots. Enjoy a classic coffee on the terrace.
10 spots
Traditional Bistros & Historic Restaurants
Onion soup, steak and fries, and a century of history.
Bistros & Dinners
Le Café du Commerce
Historic 1921 multi-story restaurant with a lush indoor garden. The French onion soup is 10/10 and the steak and fries are 9.5/10.
A full dinner is only about €35 in total.
Bistros & Dinners
Cocorico
A French restaurant with really nice mustard chicken.
Order the mustard chicken with mashed potatoes.
Bistros & Dinners
Chez Janou
A classic Paris bistro.
Do not skip the chocolate mousse.
Bistros & Dinners
Bouillon Chartier
Historic Art Nouveau dining room with a bustling, authentic atmosphere. A full meal is about €10.
Very busy. Expect lively crowds and wait times.
Bistros & Dinners
Bistrot Paul Bert
Old-school, celebrated French bistro serving classics like steak au poivre and frites.
A must-visit for genuine classic bistro dining.
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