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Astier, the real Parisian bistro as we like it

Located in the heart of Paris's 11th arrondissement, a stone's throw from Place de la République and Canal Saint-Martin, Restaurant Astier has embodied the spirit of true Parisian bistros since 1956. Awarded the "Trophée du Meilleur Établissement Tradition" by Gault&Millau, this typical establishment offers authentic, generous cuisine, served in a setting that remains true to its history. Astier invites us to savor local dishes with seasonal accents.

Le Grand Banquet in Paris: a festive broth with comforting dishes, a good idea at Porte Maillot

Located in the heart of the Palais des Congrès, Le Grand Banquet is the place to be for lunch and dinner, with comforting, affordable dishes and festive evenings to liven up the end of the week.

Christmas and New Year celebrations at Le Ti Case Créole, a West Indian rum bar and restaurant.

Spend the festive season at our Creole restaurant in the 14th arrondissement. Discover a special Christmas Eve menu on December 24 in a cosy Creole atmosphere. Ti Case Créole also offers a menu for New Year's Eve. This bar-restaurant specializing in West Indian dishes invites you to enjoy a drink or a meal in a chic, exotic setting. Located in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, the restaurant is open every day from 7am to 1am.

Casa Azul, the right Mexican street food restaurant in Fontainebleau

We'd like to take you on a tour of Casa Azul, a gourmet restaurant in Fontainebleau offering a new take on Mexican cuisine. A restaurant that fuses Mexican flavors with French techniques, where everything is homemade to order, all in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Pho Bom, the must-visit Vietnamese restaurant in Paris's 13th arrondissement

Pho Bom, located in the heart of Paris's 13th arrondissement, is a popular address for lovers of Vietnamese cuisine. Renowned for its Pho soups and traditional specialties such as bún chả Hà Nội and bánh xèo, this authentic restaurant is always busy. The friendly atmosphere, tasty dishes and affordable prices make it a sure bet in the Asian quarter, even if the lack of reservations sometimes requires a dose of patience. A good restaurant worth getting up early for or waiting in line for.

Au Trou Gascon, chef Sarah Chougnet-Strudel at the helm of Alain Dutournier's former fiefdom

Like a phoenix, starred chef Alain Dutournier's Parisian institution Au Trou Gascon is enjoying a second lease of life, under the impetus of chef Sarah Chougnet-Strudel.

Distrito Francés, 10 years of Mexican cuisine in Strasbourg Saint-Denis

Distrito Francés has been delighting Strasbourg Saint-Denis for 10 years now. A remarkable lifespan, and with good reason: Mexican specialties are prepared with generosity and passion.

Vandal, a great pocket sandwich shop in Buttes-Chaumont

Overlooking Buttes-Chaumont, Vandal stands out for its raw design and very, very short menu: 3 sandwiches, period, but particularly naughty ones.

Leven, Kurdish street-food on fire

Boarding for the Middle East at Leven, a new Kurdish street-food stall in the Sentier.

Jinchan Yokocho, the Japanese curry den in Paris

Following the success of Jinchan Shokudo, Franco-Japanese couple Alban and Miyo Cacace are back at it again, opening a new izakaya, Jinchan Yokocho, where you can wolf down comforting Japanese curries.

Le Beaucé, bistro pleasures and a well-stocked wine cellar

With its French dishes and good bowling, Beaucé continues the tradition of the French bistro, under the guidance of chef Marius Benard.

Argile, raw bistronomy by chef Romain Lamon

Chef Romain Lamon is back with a new address, Argile, all about simplicity.

L'Almanach Montmartre, a high-altitude bistronomic and artistic restaurant

High up on the Butte Montmartre, l'Almanach Montmartre is a restaurant that combines bistronomy and art.

Neuvième Cru, a friendly and (very) affordable little corner of Italy in Paris

Neuvième Cru is a friendly, (very) affordable pocket-sized Italian restaurant!

"Des Restes": Top chef Jean Covillault's €22 anti-gaspi ephemeral restaurant in the Marais district of Paris

"Des Restes" is the name of this ephemeral restaurant opening to us from November 26, 2024 to March 30, 2025 in the 3ᵉ arrondissement of Paris. Dreamed up by former Top Chef candidate Jean Covillault, this restaurant offers only dishes made from ingredients you wouldn't have kept, all in an affordable €22 menu! We tell you all about it.

Wagon Bleu Paris, an unusual Corsican-inspired restaurant in a century-old Orient Express carriage

In the heart of Paris's 17th arrondissement, the Wagon Bleu is a Parisian institution reborn with a gourmet and festive concept that's well worth the detour. This unusual restaurant, set in an authentic 1925 Orient Express carriage, offers generous Corsican-style cuisine and a lively program of DJ sets on weekends.

Cocoricains, finally a quality American bistro in Paris!

At last! The real American bistro that Paris has been waiting for is Cocoricains, an ebullient address a stone's throw from the Grands Boulevards, run by two Franco-American friends.

Sam Chic, traditional Korean restaurant for barbecue and fondue lovers

Recognized by the Korean Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Sam Chic is a traditional Korean restaurant for lovers of barbecue, fondue and authentic dishes.

Martha Paris, the discreet dining cellar and grocery store in the village of Sainte-Marthe

Martha Paris, a discreet dining cellar in the village of Sainte-Marthe, has already won rave reviews from the locals, and rightly so: it's a particularly convivial place.

Original Yule logs from Nina Métayer 2024

Nina Métayer's 2024 Yule logs, available in limited editions from December, combine originality and carefully thought-out flavors. With creations such as Le Sapin and La Plume, each one is a real wake-up call for the taste buds. The program also includes reworked classics, and of course, with the World's Best Pastry Chef, you're in for a treat.