When Valentine's Day arrives, Paris becomes more than ever the city of Love. The capital attracts romantic souls in search of an iconic setting to say"I love you", and life becomes rosier around February 14th.
When it comes to celebrating Valentine's Day, candlelit dinners in gourmet restaurants top the list. The good news is that many of the capital's restaurants will go out of their way to ensure that couples enjoy a delicious moment in an atmosphere worthy of a romantic comedy.
From gourmet addresses to special menus and original programs, discover these exceptional restaurants that promise a gourmet and refined Valentine's Day 2025 in Paris. All that's left to do is choose from this selection and concoct a sweet program for a February 14th full of tenderness and sweetness.
You're going to love celebrating Lovers' Day the Parisian way. But don't forget to make dinner reservations, as these places can get very crowded as February 14, 2025 approaches!
Montée, chef Nameura's gourmet table Paris 14th arrondissement
Sponsored - Under the direction of Chef Takayuki Nameura, Restaurant Montée, located in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, represents the pinnacle of Parisian gastronomy. This gourmet restaurant offers a unique culinary experience, where the elegance of French cuisine merges perfectly with Japanese traditions. Whether you opt for a 6 or 10-step tasting menu, each dish is a truly refined exploration of flavors and textures, promising an exceptional gastronomic adventure. [Read more]
Campelli, memorial gastronomy by Armenian chef Vartivar Jarkezian
Armenian by origin, Lebanese by birth and trained in Saudi Arabia, chef Vartivar Jarkezian blends all these references in his gastronomic dishes at Campelli. [Read more]
Bellefeuille, the confidential Michelin-starred restaurant at Saint James Paris by Grégory Garimbay
Have you heard of Bellefeuille, the confidential Michelin-starred restaurant at Saint James Paris, nestled in the 16th arrondissement of Paris? A Michelin-starred restaurant where talented Chef Grégory Garimbay officiates. We reveal his talents in this exceptional setting. [Read more]
Le Shang Palace by Tony Xu, we tested the Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant at Shangri-La Paris
Shang Palace, France's only Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant, has unveiled its new menu under the leadership of its new Chef, Tony Xu. It's time to (re)discover the fine cuisine of this emblematic Parisian restaurant, located within the Shangri-La. [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]
Ducasse Baccarat, gourmet dining in the temple of crystal in Paris
In the heart of Paris's 16th arrondissement, Maison Baccarat enters a new era with the opening of the Alain Ducasse Baccarat restaurant, a table combining Michelin-starred cuisine and contemporary art under the glow of crystal. [Read more]
Le Dali, Le Meurice's elegant gourmet restaurant, serving fine French cuisine
In the heart of the Le Meurice palace, the Le Dali restaurant, with its imposing Philippe Starck decor, invites you to relax and indulge, without the fuss. Chef Clémentine Bouchon unveils seasonal French cuisine, with a sprinkling of classic French dishes, ending with a farandole of pastries by chef Cédric Grolet. [Read more]
Korus, an outstanding gourmet restaurant
Year after year, Korus continues to reinvent itself, evolving from a delightful neighborhood bistro to a truly remarkable gourmet restaurant. [Read more]
Marie Akaneya, the only Japanese restaurant in Paris to offer Matsusaka beef
Japanese restaurant Marie Akaneya and its chefs Chiho Murata and Ignasi Elias introduce Parisian gourmets to an exceptional product: Matsusaka beef, a meat as rare as it is tasty. And for dessert, another delicacy invites itself to the table: Japanese Crown Melon. [Read more]
GrandCœur, the Paris address of Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco and his bourgeois cuisine
GrandCœur, the Parisian address of Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco, is the perfect place to curl up in historic surroundings and savor the very best in bourgeois cuisine. [Read more]
L'Attilio Paris, refined Italian cuisine in elegant surroundings
In place of Dassaï, L'Attilio Paris has opened with a team inherited from the Robuchon era, masterfully led by Attilio Marrazzo. The chef offers specialties from the Botte region, executed in a refined manner. [Read more]
Somewhere, the gourmet marine restaurant of top chef Florian Barbarot
Immerse yourself in the depths and dive into the world of the abyss with chef Florian Barbarot at his gourmet restaurant. At Chez Quelque Part, he honors the finest seafood... but not only. [Read more]
Petit Boutary, a gourmet restaurant with an African flavour in the Batignolles district of Paris
Petit Boutary's little brother, Petit Boutary twirls gourmet plates on its large sunny terrace, twisted with chef Roméo Agbodjan's African touches. [Read more]
Virtus, a discreet but brilliant Michelin-starred restaurant
Taken over by chef Frédéric Lorimier and his wife Camille Gouyer, Virtus immediately regained the Michelin star that had evaporated following the departure of the former chefs. And it's richly deserved: although particularly discreet, this Michelin-starred restaurant has more than one trick up its sleeve to melt diners' hearts. [Read more]
Maison Michodière, the confidential Parisian address of chef Hélène Darroze
Chef Hélène Darroze opens Maison Michodière, a confidential address by reservation only. [Read more]
Moom Mam, the chic Thai restaurant in Paris
Sponsored - Moom Mam is one of the must-visit addresses for Thai gastronomy in Paris. Located in the lively Grands Magasins district, close to the Théâtre Mogador in the 9th arrondissement, Moom Mam offers a modern setting and authentic Thai cuisine with a 100% Thai team. [Read more]
Izakaya Dassai, Yannick Alléno's traditional Japanese table at Beaupassage
Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno opens L'Izakaya Dassai in charming Beaupassage, a Japanese restaurant where he reveals his favorite Japanese specialties. [Read more]
Le Grand Diner, Belle Epoque-inspired dishes to share at the Hotel San Régis
From Wednesday to Saturday, the Hotel San Régis organizes the Grand Diner, with dishes inspired by the Belle Epoque to share with guests in a chic but truly convivial atmosphere. [Read more]
L'Auberge Nicolas Flamel in Paris: Gastronomy and history at the heart of a legendary place
Housed in one of the oldest houses in Paris, if not the oldest, built in 1407 by Nicolas Flamel, famous alchemist and benefactor, L'Auberge Nicolas Flamel combines heritage and haute cuisine. Under the direction of Michelin-starred chef Alan Geaam and now in the kitchen with chef Émile de France, this historic address offers a gastronomic experience where tradition and modernity intertwine. [Read more]
Hakuba: we tested the exclusive Omakase experience at Cheval Blanc Paris, the Japanese restaurant
Discover Hakuba, the Japanese restaurant nestled in the heart of the prestigious Cheval Blanc Paris. The restaurant offers a unique immersion in the art of Japanese gastronomy, with Omakase menus carefully orchestrated by sushi master Takuya Watanabe, in collaboration with sauce master Arnaud Donckele and pastry chef Maxime Frédéric. A delicate experience that echoes Japanese tradition and the quest for authenticity. [Read more]
The Trattoria en Seine Cruise: An Italian Escape in the Heart of Paris - PROMO CODE
Imagine sailing gently down the Seine, with the twinkling lights of Paris as your backdrop, a gentle breeze in your hair, and an exquisite Italian feast before you. That's exactly what the Trattoria en Seine Cruise offers you, aboard the Théo, for a unique dinner, blending the authentic flavors of Italy with the magic of the Parisian banks - CODE PROMO [Read more]
Aldehyde, gastronomic cuisine with a strong Tunisian flavour by chef Youssef Marzouk
What an overwhelming discovery Aldehyde is, the gourmet restaurant of chef Youssef Marzouk, lulled by memories of his childhood in Tunisia. [Read more]
Awaken your senses at Passionné restaurant in the heart of Paris
Sponsored - Under the direction of talented chef Satoshi Horiuchi, Le Passionné offers a bold, modern take on French cuisine, featuring small-scale local producers and seasonal produce. Come and discover this not-to-be-missed address! [Read more]
Discover Gangnam, the new Korean jewel in Paris
Sponsored - Le Gangnam is the capital's new must-visit restaurant for all lovers of Korean cuisine. Located in the heart of Paris, this restaurant invites you to discover the unique flavors and culinary traditions of Korea in a warm and friendly setting! [Read more]
UNI Paris, chef Akmal Anuar's chic Japanese restaurant
A very chic Japanese restaurant is about to open its doors this autumn, in the Golden Triangle: UNI Paris. [Read more]
ONYX, a new gourmet restaurant with a 4-metre-high Onyx wall
Sponsored - Opened in July 2024, the brand-new ONYX gourmet restaurant offers the cuisine of Michelin-starred chef Nassim KOUTA in a chic, plush setting. On two levels, you'll be captivated by the majestic 4-metre-high Onyx marble wall. [Read more]
Shiro, Franco-Japanese fusion bistronomy in Saint Germain des Prés
Sponsored - Located in the Saint-Germain des Prés district, the bistronomic restaurant SHIRO offers Franco-Japanese fusion cuisine created by chef Kazunari HARA in an elegant, spacious setting. SHIRO lets you enjoy a gastronomic moment in one of Paris's most emblematic districts, SO CHIC! [Read more]
ERH, chef Ryuichi Utsumi's elegant and refined Japanese restaurant at La Maison du Saké
Audacity, sensitivity and beauty are the watchwords of ERH, chef Ryuichi Utsumi's Japanese restaurant at La Maison du Saké. With, we hope, a star under its belt next year. [Read more]
La Table, the Resistance's new gastronomic ambition
Les Résistants (formerly known as L'Avant-Poste) is opening La Table des Résistants, with a much more gastronomic vision than their previous restaurants. [Read more]
Madame Fan, an inventive Chinese gourmet restaurant a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe
Located in the 17th arrondissement of Paris, Madame Fan is a refined restaurant offering top-flight Chinese cuisine at the crossroads of modernity and tradition. [Read more]
Auguste, chef Gaël Orieux's 15-year Michelin-starred restaurant
Comfortably installed in the opulent 7th arrondissement, chef Gaël Orieux's Auguste restaurant continues to make headway with its Michelin star, awarded 15 years ago. [Read more]
Amâlia, two Italian chefs at the helm of a fabulous gourmet restaurant
Italian chefs Cécilia Spurio and Eugenio Anfuso have opened Amâlia, a gourmet restaurant that hits the spot. One of our favorites of the year. [Read more]
Hollywood Savoy, the rebirth of the 2nd arrondissement's iconic restaurant
Hollywood Savoy, the iconic restaurant in the Bourse district, returns to the forefront of the Parisian scene, reviving history and gastronomy. Guillaume Benard and his Fitz Group are ready to revive the festive spirit of the place with a modern twist. [Read more]
Sphère, the beautiful gourmet restaurant on rue de la Boétie, Paris 8th arrondissement
Sphère is the name of a chic, spacious restaurant on rue de la Boétie in Paris's 8th arrondissement. With its beautiful designer decor and refined cuisine by Tetsuya Yoshida, it's sure to please. [Read more]
Le Bel Canto, for a unique dinner-opera experience in Paris!
Sponsored - Le Bel Canto Paris offers an unusual experience, one you'll want to enjoy at least once in your life. Blending opera and gastronomy, this restaurant-performance venue brilliantly fuses the art of opera with the finesse of French cuisine, in a magical setting on the Quai de l'Hôtel de Ville, on the banks of the Seine! Le Bel Canto Paris welcomes you this autumn! [Read more]
Onor, Michelin-starred Thierry Marx's committed gourmet restaurant
Onor is Thierry Marx's committed and supportive gastronomic restaurant, which makes no concessions on quality. At 258 du Faubourg Saint-Honoré in the 8th arrondissement, we set off to discover this new culinary temple of sustainability and commitment, which now boasts a Michelin star. [Read more]
Chakaiseki Akiyoshi, the first tea ceremony restaurant gets its first Michelin star
Chakaiseki Akiyoshi is the name of the world's first tea ceremony restaurant outside Japan. In the 15th arrondissement of Paris, you can discover this Japanese gastronomic establishment, which has just been awarded its first Michelin star. [Read more]
Iodé, Paris's genuine affordable sushi bar
Forget your preconceptions about sushi counters ('too expensive', 'too stuffy'), the Japanese restaurant Iodé has landed in Paris to demonstrate that it's possible to combine responsible French fishing, affordable prices and a genuine culinary voyage. [Read more]
Datil, chef Manon Fleury's gourmet vegetarian restaurant
Chef Manon Fleury finally takes the plunge and opens her first restaurant in Paris, Datil. With the entire foodosphere eagerly awaiting her arrival, she succeeds with flying colors, unveiling a cuisine imbued with naturalness, seasonality and humanity, with great delicacy. [Read more]
Inoveat, the unusual restaurant with a gourmet menu prepared with insects
A stone's throw from Châtelet, Inoveat is one of those storefronts you could walk right past and not even notice. And yet, we advise you to go through the door to discover the unusual universe of the place, between refined cuisine and insect-based products, all in the name of eating well. [Read more]
OKA - FOGO, the fiery double-restaurant from Michelin-starred Brazilian chef Raphaël Rego
A change of direction and address (again!) for Brazilian chef Raphaël Rego's OKA restaurant. Relocated to the 17th arrondissement, it has become OKA - FOGO, a double venue combining gourmet cuisine and grilling. [Read more]
Stay tuned: this selection is updated as we make announcements and discoveries. If you'd like to discover more fine dining addresses in Paris for Valentine's Day 2025, be sure to consult this guide regularly.
