On the Left Bank, the Latin Quarter is one of Paris's historic districts, famous for having been the meeting place and hub of the greatest artists of the last century. Did you know that its name derives from the fact that, at the time, classes at the area's prestigious universities were taught exclusively in Latin?
With its bookshops, historic tearooms and patisseries, museums and art galleries, as well as art-house theaters and cinemas, Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Odéon are a district with a very special energy: cultural, artistic and chic.
The Latin Quarter is home to a number of fine restaurants that cater to all appetites and tastes. From gourmet restaurants to small street-food stalls, from Italian specialties to Asian dishes, from Paris's oldest eateries to new restaurants that have just opened, it's possible to please your taste buds in Saint-Germain!
To help you find your way around, let's take a look at our top addresses in Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Odéon. There's no shortage of good restaurants!
BigBang Saint-Germain, the Korean temple of bulgogi!
Sponsored - Korean restaurant BIGBANG has opened a second restaurant in the heart of the Saint Germain district. Located at 50 rue Dauphine in the 6th arrondissement, near rue du Buci, this restaurant features authentic Korean cuisine, including bibimbap and Korean barbecue, in a cosy atmosphere! [Read more]
Grain[s], the Becs Parisiens wine & sake cellar in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Wines, sakes and carefully prepared dishes, Grain[s], the new dining cellar of Becs Parisiens, has everything you need for a great evening out in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. [Read more]
Galette Café, oysters, crepes and Breton galettes in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
For a seaside break... in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, head for Galette Café. On the menu: oysters, Breton galettes and wheat crêpes, all washed down with cider, of course. [Read more]
Café Louise, the modern brasserie in Saint-Germain-des-Prés that makes you brush up on your classics
Café Louise is the contemporary brasserie that attracts Parisians and tourists alike to the Saint-Germain-des-Prés area. At any time of day, this restaurant serves up French specialties and comfort food on a 100% home-made menu. [Read more]
Loulou Paris: an Australian-inspired gourmet and healthy restaurant in the Latin Quarter
Sponsored - Loulou Paris is the colorful, Australian-inspired restaurant on Boulevard Saint-Germain in Paris's 5th arrondissement. From breakfast to dinner, brunch and afterwork, you'll find generous, healthy, gourmet cuisine with gluten-free and vegetarian options on the menu, served in a warm and comforting setting. [Read more]
La Brasserie des Arts, authentic Parisian brasserie by the book
With its own take on the great French classics, Brasserie des Arts is fast becoming an institution in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district. A true Parisian brasserie, with attentive service to boot! [Read more]
Kitchen Galerie Bis is dead, long live Oktobre by chef Martin Maumet
Chef Martin Maumet has opened his first restaurant, Oktobre, in place of Kitchen Galerie Bis, where he was previously associate chef. A successful gamble! [Read more]
Brasserie des Prés, charming and affordable, the hidden gem of Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Carefully tucked away in a bucolic courtyard in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Brasserie des Prés proves to be the neighborhood's best address, as delightful and charming as it is affordable. [Read more]
Akabeko, the Franco-Japanese setting of chef Yasuo Nanaumi in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
The new home of chef Yasuo Nanaumi in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Akabeko combines French and Japanese gastronomy with elegance. [Read more]
Baillotte: an excellent bistronomic restaurant led by chef Satoshi Amitsu
If you're a fan of bistronomic dining with a Japanese sensibility, you'll want to check out Baillotte. The second address of Narro's owners, this restaurant showcases the high-flying cuisine of Japanese chef Satoshi Amitsu, where local and seasonal products offer a memorable gourmet experience. [Read more]
Takuto (ex-Kaïto), the elegant hand-rolls restaurant of Japanese chef Takuya Watanabe
Takuto (ex-Kaïto), the restaurant of sushi master Takuya Watanabe, invites you to eat its delicate fish handrolls standing up. The take-away offer is ideal for a bucolic picnic. [Read more]
Specimen, smash burgers made to order in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Another smash burger restaurant in Paris? Yes, but at Specimen, they're done the right way, with a return to the very essence of the smash burger. [Read more]
O-Komé, quality onigiri and Japanese grocery in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
At O-Komé, onigiri are meticulously prepared, and grocery products direct from Japan are easy to take home. [Read more]
Jun: Japanese fusion restaurant in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Ready to take off on a gourmet journey to Japan? Head for Jun, located in the legendary Saint-Germain-des-Prés district of Paris, to savor the fusion cuisine orchestrated by two talented Japanese chefs, Shu Hasegawa and Yoshifumi Morita. [Read more]
Agata, generous Neapolitan pizzas in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
In Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Italian restaurant Agata unveils its generous, carefully-crafted Neapolitan pizzas, and it's a hit. [Read more]
Source, the elegant gourmet restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
The team behind La Daronne opens a new gastronomic restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Chef Jules Recoquillon is at the helm of Source, a unique and stunning menu. [Read more]
Chez Bartolo, Paris' oldest pizzeria open 7/7
Here's one of the oldest pizzerias in Paris: Chez Bartolo, an Italian restaurant opened in 1950 in the lively Saint-Germain-des-Près district. This restaurant, which has been given a new lease of life in 2019, opens its doors to you every day of the year, offering delicious pizzas, fresh pasta and grilled octopus. It's the perfect place to relax and enjoy the dolce vita. [Read more]
Kodawari Ramen: Japan invites itself in the heart of the Odeon district in Paris
For a total immersion in Japan, head to the Kodawari Ramen restaurant, nestled in the Odeon district in Paris. On the menu? A unique atmosphere worthy of the best Yokocho in Tokyo and delicious ramen cooked as in the land of the Rising Sun. We adhere and we love it! [Read more]
Les Parisiens, generous bourgeois cuisine with no false notes by Thibault Sombardier
Chef Thibault Sombardier signs the menu for Les Parisiens restaurant, in the Pavillon Faubourg Saint-Germain hotel. On the menu, bourgeois cuisine honoring French traditions and a floating island... gargantuan! [Read more]
Blueberry Maki Bar, a fantastic Japanese restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
In Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the Japanese restaurant Blueberry Maki Bar welcomes those in search of true Japanese gastronomy. An absolute must. [Read more]
Steam Bar, the restaurant for refined and surprising dim sum
An intimate table with Hong Kong influences, the Steam Bar stands out with its eccentric, refined steams and dimsum, rarely seen elsewhere, signed by chef Chi Cheung Wong. [Read more]
Yabaï Sando: Walter Ishizuka's gourmet concept in Paris
If you're a fan of Japanese street food, especially sando, then head to Paris's Odeon district and push open the doors of Yabaï Sando. The brainchild of chef Walter Ishizuka, this ultra-gourmet address is sure to tantalize the taste buds of even the most discerning palates. [Read more]
Ralph's, the Saint-Germain-des-Prés restaurant for American-style lunch and brunch
Ralph's, the famous American restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, offers a cozy interior, a leafy terrace and, in summer, authentic American cuisine and a gourmet brunch. [Read more]
Montana by Ticca, Italian restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
The Montana – iconic club in Saint-Germain-des-Prés – gets a makeover. It now becomes a delicious Italian restaurant, especially Sardinian, called Montana by Ticca to delight every fan of transalpine cuisine fans. [Read more]
Didon, bistronomic charcoal-fired cuisine with Lebanese accents
Carole and Imad Kanaan's latest venture, Didon offers bistronomic cuisine with Lebanese accents and a fiery twist: most dishes are cooked over charcoal. [Read more]
Silencio des Prés, the select restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Michelin-starred chef Guillaume Sanchez takes over the kitchens of the Silencio des Prés restaurant, opened by the Silencio team in a place steeped in history in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. [Read more]
Shiro, the fusion restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Who said fusion cuisine was dead, stuck in the 20th century? At Shiro, you'll discover a blend of French bistronomy and Japanese influences under the aegis of chef Hiroyuki Ushiro. [Read more]
Sin Ko, Latin-Asian cuisine in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
We're off to Latin America and Asia at Sin Ko, the new fusion restaurant in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district. [Read more]
And for a stroll through the district:
What to do in Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Odéon: Our tips and best addresses
Off to conquer Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Odéon district? Prepare for your expedition by taking a look at these great Parisian addresses that will help you make the most of your wanderings! [Read more]