Aaah the atmosphere of Parisian bistros... The red-and-white checkered tablecloths, the outspoken patrons, the electric atmosphere and the good old-fashioned food. Paris is brimming with traditional bistros, authentic brasseries and broths that are accessible to small budgets; and whether you're a tourist passing through the capital or a true Parisian, an extended stop at one of these convivial Parisian addresses is a must.
These restaurants are the ideal place to welcome groups of friends or family reunions to their large tables. It's also the perfect place to eat generously without spending too much money. And yes, Parisian bouillons in particular are one of the best places to eat in the capital!
On the menu of these brasseries, bistros and bouillons are the great classics of French cuisine at generally affordable prices: shepherd's pie, onion soup, beef bourguignon, blanquette de veau, steak tartare, marrow bone, leek vinaigrette, herring apple in oil, frogs' legs and snails in parsley are all within reach. And let's not forget the French pastries that are the envy of the world, including île flottante, crème brulée, profiteroles and Paris-Brest!
For a French lunch in a friendly, friendly atmosphere, this is the place to be. Find out more about Parisian bouillons, brasseries and traditional bistros.
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. [Read more]
Le Bouillon du Coq, Thierry Marx's affordable broth in Saint-Ouen
Good plan alert: Thierry Marx, the famous Michelin-starred chef, is signing the menu of a new establishment in Saint-Ouen from this July 11, 2024. Called Le Bouillon du Coq, the restaurant promises to combine good French food with an affordable price tag. Eating Thierry Marx for less than €20, that's something to get excited about. [Read more]
Bouillon Service, Bouillon Pigalle's self-service restaurant-boutique
Bouillon Service is Bouillon Pigalle's self-service restaurant-boutique, where you can take away the company's classics as well as a range of bakery products. [Read more]
Bouillon Julien, one of Paris' finest restaurants in affordable mode
Le Bouillon Julien, an Art Nouveau gem in Paris, offers an affordable culinary experience all year round. Discover its history and accessible menu. [Read more]
Feuille de Chou, the modern organic broth from MOB House, Saint-Ouen
Located next to the famous Saint-Ouen flea market, the Mob House is the latest (large) Parisian hotel from Cyril Aouizerate, the co-founder of Mama Shelter: in this welcoming place, which is reminiscent of the comfort of a house (hence the "house"), the design is by Philippe Starck. [Read more]
Petit Bouillon Versailles, the affordable bouillon just 2 steps from the Château de Versailles, takes shape
A bouillon (the city's first!) awaits you a stone's throw from the Château de Versailles: Le Petit Bouillon Versailles! We're off to discover it, and reveal what's in store for you in terms of decor and menu. [Read more]
Bouillon Chartier, the affordable address opposite Gare de l'Est station
Good news for your wallet: Bouillon Chartier has just opened opposite Gare de l'Est. On the menu, as usual, (very) affordable French bistro classics. [Read more]
Bouillon Pigalle, great French classics at low prices
From midday to midnight, Bouillon Pigalle delivers the great classics of bistro cuisine at low prices. It's the perfect place for those on a budget. [Read more]
Bouillon République, the bubbling French address
Bouillon République has finally opened its doors and, like its big brother Bouillon Pigalle, offers a host of traditional French dishes at very affordable prices. [Read more]
Le Petit Bouillon Vavin, the lively broth in Montparnasse
In the purest tradition of cheerfully noisy Parisian bouillons, Petit Bouillon Vavin opens its doors on Boulevard du Montparnasse. On the menu are traditional French recipes, generous and invigorating, accessible to all budgets. [Read more]
Le Petit Bouillon Pharamond, mini price, maxi pleasure
We're taking you to Les Halles to discover a new Parisian bouillon, Petit Bouillon Pharamond. A place where you can eat classic Parisian bistronomy dishes, at mini prices, for maximum pleasure! [Read more]
Black Angus, the restaurant that sublimates meat in Paris
Sponsored - The Black Angus restaurant on the Place de la République in the 11th arrondissement of Paris has just opened its doors. The restaurant specializes in premium Black Angus meat, available in 3 formulas: Black Red, Black Lover and Black Prime, served with salad, crispy fries and creamy mashed potatoes... and the chef's own sauce! [Read more]
Le Boréal, fabulous responsible café-bistro by Philippine Jaillet and Charles Neyers (Top Chef 2025)
Café in the morning, bistro at lunchtime and in the evening, brunch at weekends; Le Boréal is the perfect solution to all your desires. Its founder-chefs, Philippine Jaillet and Charles Neyers, are both taking part in Top Chef 2025. [Read more]
Bistronomic restaurant Sauvage celebrates its 10th anniversary
The Sauvage bistronomic restaurant is celebrating its 10th anniversary, with the same guiding principle: to honor French terroir and local know-how. [Read more]
Monsieur Claude, Danny Khezzar's offbeat restaurant in Rueil-Malmaison, unveils its identity
Monsieur Claude has opened its doors! The new Bistrots Pas Parisiens restaurant by Danny Khezzar, emblematic finalist in season 14 of Top Chef and Michelin-starred chef at Bayview, is located in Rueil-Malmaison, Hauts-de-Seine, just outside Paris. This unusual, supendu restaurant takes us back to the Roaring Twenties. We tell you all about it. [Read more]
Colvert, the German-Pratin restaurant of chef Baptiste Borderie
In Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the bistrot Colvert has a new chef, welcoming Baptiste Borderie behind the stove. [Read more]
La Riotte, a lively French bistro and fine vintages in the cellar
Opened by Caves Carrière, La Riotte is a lively French bistro that inevitably revolves around the cellar's fine vintages. [Read more]
Café des Délices, the affordable Belleville restaurant that lives up to its name
A neighborhood address like no other, Le Café des Délices serves Belleville from early morning to late evening, with a competitive lunch menu at unbeatable prices. [Read more]
Les Snobs: sharp tapas, bold wines and an atmosphere that goes live!
Sponsored - At Les Snobs, you can drink, nibble and be merry! In this chic, unbridled resto-cave à manger, French-style tapas by chef Nicolas (ex-Ferrandi, ex-Lignac) are a real treat for the taste buds, while skittles and shaken cocktails do the rest. Bonus: 15% off the bill or 10% off privatization with the appropriate codes. In short, a hideaway for discerning epicureans and hard-core party-goers. Book now, there's a lot of noise in the kitchen! [Read more]
Le Petit Marguerite: the new bouillon-style Parisian bistro at Novotel Paris les Halles
Novotel Paris les Halles is inaugurating its new bistro at the start of the year, which celebrates the classics of French cuisine: *Le Petit Marguerite*. This restaurant, nestled in the heart of the Halles district, takes its inspiration from traditional Parisian bistros while adding a touch of modernity. A new hidden address to discover for those looking to combine conviviality with the Paris of yesteryear. [Read more]
Le Bistro des Livres: the gourmet restaurant where French cuisine is enjoyed with words
Located next door to the famous Shakespeare and Company bookshop, Bistro des Livres is a new literary bistro that combines traditional French cuisine with a modern twist and a warm, friendly atmosphere. Do you love books and the atmosphere of yesteryear? Why not take a seat? [Read more]
Le Savarin, the new, affordable bistro that's sure to please Paris 9th arrondissement
Fancy a good French bistro that combines fine food, gourmet delights and affordable fare? Head for Le Savarin in Paris's 9th arrondissement, a restaurant where everything is homemade, and where the right sauces sublimate dishes ranging from vol au vent to fish with beef cheek confit. [Read more]
Le Vendémiaire, a chic French-style brasserie a stone's throw from Les Invalides in the 7th arrondissement
Vendémiaire is a chic brasserie just a stone's throw from the Invalides. Here, chef Santiago Guerrero twists the classics to offer gourmet plates that demonstrate fine technique while highlighting French terroir, while pastry chef Asia Goncalves unveils refined pastries for dessert! [Read more]
Bistro Djougo: exceptional meats and inventive cuisine in Paris's 17th arrondissement
Not far from the Arc de Triomphe, Bistro Djougo is a good restaurant address in the 17th arrondissement. The à la carte menu features exceptional meats for the enjoyment of meat lovers, but not only that: the menu also includes inventive recipes, proving that this neighborhood nugget has many trump cards up its sleeve. [Read more]
Bistrot Darsy, a charming (and delicious) old-fashioned restaurant in Ménilmontant
On the Ménilmontant side of Paris, immerse yourself in the Paris of yesteryear at Bistrot Darsy, an old-fashioned restaurant as charming as it is delicious. [Read more]
La Réserve Paris unveils its "Tradition Palace" Sunday menu
Every Sunday from 11am to 11pm, La Réserve Paris, one of the capital's most intimate palaces, offers an exclusive menu dedicated to the great palace culinary classics. Called "Tradition Palace", this new gastronomic experience is enjoyed in the refined surroundings of La Pagode de Cos or La Bibliothèque. [Read more]
Benoit Paris, Alain Ducasse's Michelin-starred bistro at Les Halles
A landmark for bon vivants since 1912 in the 1st arrondissement, Alain Ducasse's Michelin-starred Benoit Paris restaurant plunges us into the Paris of yesteryear with delight. [Read more]
Magnolia, a neo-bistro with a subdued ambience by Anglo-Saxon chef Jack Bosco Baker
By candlelight, the neo-bistro Magnolia - under the aegis of Anglo-Saxon chef Jack Bosco Baker - unveils plates that are full of brains. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Picotte, a bistronomic tour of France's regional specialities
From Provence to Northern France, via Normandy and the West Indies, Picotte promises a veritable bistronomic tour of France's specialties. [Read more]
Attabler, authentic Parisian bistro cuisine by the Gemellus team
Brothers Clément and Maxime Le Meur open a second address, Attabler, which honors true Parisian bistro cuisine. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Parisian institution L'Auberge du Mouton Blanc taken over by the Dumant siblings
The historic Auberge du Mouton Blanc is set for a new lease of life under the aegis of the Dumant siblings and Tristan Lefebvre. Opening planned for January 2025! [Read more]
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. [Read more]
"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. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
L'Émil, the authentic Parisian brasserie Paris 1er
We're off to Paris's 1st arrondissement to discover Brasserie Émil, a typical Parisian restaurant with an art deco decor, which treats us all day long to delicious French dishes. [Read more]
Babille, a festive French brasserie on the Grands Boulevards
Canaille and festive, the French brasserie Babille awaits gourmets and party-goers on the Grands Boulevards to delight them in every way. [Read more]
Restaurant Capsule, contemporary bistro and market cuisine in Paris's 14th arrondissement
Just a stone's throw from the Hôpital Cochin in Paris's 14th arrondissement, restaurant Capsule is a neighborhood nugget with a contemporary flair, where you can savor cuisine concocted by instinct from fresh, seasonal produce. [Read more]
Pamela Popo, chic brasserie with refined menu in the Marais district
Rue François Miron, in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, head to Pamela Popo for a cosy dinner with friends or loved ones. [Read more]
Chez Loulou, an unusual restaurant in Paris where you can enjoy traditional cuisine with a twist
An unusual address awaits us in the 11th arrondissement of Paris. At Chez Loulou, you'll find yourself in the lair of a passionate chef who welcomes you into a unique atmosphere where you can enjoy traditional cuisine revisited using fresh produce, and for good value for money. [Read more]
Nolinski Paris restaurant switches to French bourgeois cuisine
Le Nolinski, the restaurant a stone's throw from the Opéra, reinvents itself with a new menu by Michelin-starred chef Philip Chronopoulos, highlighting French bourgeois cuisine. We're off to rediscover the charm of this chic, cosy venue, which now celebrates culinary traditions while offering an experience worthy of the finest Parisian institutions. [Read more]
Le Cornichon, a retro 70's restaurant with unbeatable value for money
With its retro 70s look, smiling team and unbeatable value for money, Le Cornichon is already a must-visit address in the 11th arrondissement. [Read more]
Chez Bertrand, the French bistro on avenue des Ternes in place of Boeuf Maillot
Forget Boeuf Maillot, and make way for Chez Bertrand, the new French brasserie on Avenue des Ternes. [Read more]
Dame Nation, the affordable neighbourhood restaurant in the 11th arrondissement
It's a good neighborhood address in Paris that proves that good food at low prices is possible. Dame Nation is a warm-hearted restaurant offering tasty seasonal cuisine on a menu that evolves according to inspiration, with gourmet delights and comfort as the common thread. [Read more]
Buvette Paris, bistro-style cuisine and cocktails all day long
The little sister of the New York address, Buvette Paris is open all day long, offering classic bistro fare, brunch options and toast cocktails. [Read more]
The best burger in France 2024 is in the Yvelines!
We're off to Saint-Cyr l'École in the Yvelines, just outside Versailles, and more precisely to La Ménagerie du Roi, to discover this new brasserie where the French Burger Champion 2024, Anthony Pautrat, now officiates in the kitchen. Let's go for a treat! [Read more]
Le Coucou Café, the delicious neighbourhood bistro, a nugget of the 9th arrondissement
Le Coucou Café is a neighborhood nugget that's part bistro, part bar, part café douceur, with an emphasis on plant-based ingredients and home-made pastries. We take you to rue Bochart in Paris's 9th arrondissement to discover this spot that manages to delight us while remaining accessible. [Read more]
Café poète, a gourmet and literary restaurant
Located on the corner of Rue Franklin Roosevelt and the Champs Elysées, Café Poète is in the heart of the 8th arrondissement. In this artistic bistro, you'll enjoy French and Italian dishes in a decor that honors literature. [Read more]
Hasard, a French bistro where you can eat, drink and... scratch
A French bistro where you can eat, drink and try your luck at scratch cards. Rather... unusual. No mystery, it's all happening at Hasard! [Read more]
Le Festival, the festive brasserie that wakes up rue Étienne Marcel in the 2nd arrondissement
We're off to rue Étienne Marcel in Paris's 2ᵉ arrondissement to discover Festival, a café-restaurant offering a gourmet, festive spot right in the heart of Paris's hustle and bustle. Replacing the former Café Etienne Marcel, this new venue unveils a colorful new decor, a large terrace and a brasserie menu, we tell you all about it. [Read more]
Le Moulin de Flagy, restaurant and bucolic terrace in a former mill in Seine-et-Marne (77)
We're off to Flagy in the Seine-et-Marne, one of France's favorite villages, to discover the Moulin de Flagy, a hotel-restaurant on the banks of the Orvanne, which offers fine home cooking in a verdant setting. [Read more]
French restaurants in Paris, traditional or modern, our best addresses
For real French cuisine, whether traditional or modernized, here are the best addresses for French restaurants in Paris! [Read more]
The great French classics are yours!
Dates and Opening Time
From January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2028
French restaurants in Paris, traditional or modern, our best addresses
