Let's face it, taking the kids out for a meal is no easy task, and there are several criteria to take into account to ensure a good time for the whole family. First of all, the budget: you don't want to break your PEL to please the whole tribe by putting your feet under the table. Then there's the menu: as we all know, children are fussy eaters, and you need to be sure that what you're going to put in front of their mouths will appeal to them, and that they' ll eat everything without complaining.
Children's menus are financially more attractive, and they're also a good way of avoiding wastage, since the portions are smaller than those for adults. Often, restaurants offer classic children's menus with the dishes they prefer: frites, steak haché, chicken nuggets, coquillettes, pizzas or burgers... But other restaurants are innovating and offering children's menus more in line with their menus, so that the little ones can awaken their taste buds with flavors from elsewhere.
Dessert is always included in every menu, with scoops of ice cream to enjoy when the weather's warm, and crêpes, waffles, cakes or compotes the rest of the year... It's a great opportunity to eat outside, with the whole family! The result? Relaxed parents/grandparents and adults, and children who are always satisfied with their menus.
To help you in your quest for the perfect restaurant to host your next family lunch, here are our family-friendly addresses!
TrantranZai Montparnasse, for spicy Sichuan noodles and ravioli in Paris!
Sponsored - If you're a lover of Chinese cuisine, you've got to try TrantranZai, which specializes in Sichuan noodles and ravioli. Its 3rd address, in the Montparnasse district, transports us to a Chinese night market for an authentic culinary experience, with hearty dishes, a family atmosphere and immersive decor! [Read more]
Nepita, the Hotel Florida's Mediterranean restaurant, with a menu designed by Amandine Chaignot
Chef Amandine Chaignot is responsible for the Mediterranean menu at Nepita, the restaurant of the Hotel Florida. [Read more]
L'Auberge des 3 hameaux, the friendly, authentic restaurant in Choisel, Yvelines
The Auberge des 3 Hameaux is not just an inn, it's also an excellent bistronomic restaurant to discover. Nestled in the Vallée de Chevreuse, close to the Château de Breteuil, this Yvelines gourmet landmark has a lot going for it. Tested and approved, we warmly recommend it if you're in the mood for good food. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Bo Ranch, the huge restaurant-bar and reining venue unique in the Fontainebleau region
At La Chapelle-la-Reine, just a few minutes from Fontainebleau in the Seine-et-Marne region, Bo Ranch immerses you in an authentic western atmosphere. Europe's largest ranch, this unique venue combines a convivial restaurant-bar with a venue for reining competitions, all in a natural setting. An ideal getaway to enjoy tasty cuisine, admire horses in action and share warm moments, whether you're with family, friends or even lovers. [Read more]
Pizi, crispy Roman pizzas from the Zapi team
The Zapi team opens a second Italian restaurant, Pizi, where Roman pizzas and fresh pasta twirl in a friendly atmosphere. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Bonjour Bichat Kids Club: children's entertainment every Sunday at the foodcourt
Every Sunday, Bonjour Bichat opens its Kids Club, with entertainment for children right in the heart of the foodcourt. [Read more]
Ora Farmhouse at the Pavillon du Lac, a vegetarian culinary show and edible paintings right on the table
Set up in the Pavillon du Lac in the heart of the Buttes-Chaumont, Ora Farmhouse offers a true gourmet experience, with a culinary show by chef Saayaan, who magnifies vegetables in edible paintings drawn right on the table. [Read more]
The Cubana Café bar-restaurant-smoking room never ceases to take you on a journey.
Sponsored - Welcome to Cubana Café, a unique bar, restaurant and smoking room where the warm atmosphere and Cuban flavors await you from 11:00 am to 4:00 am on weekdays and until 5:00 am on weekends. [Read more]
Ernestine Café, the cosy family coffee shop with children's play area, in the 18th arrondissement
Rue Joseph de Maistre, at the foot of the Butte Montmartre in the 18th arrondissement, welcomes you with a pastel-green façade, stamped "Ernestine Café": it's here that you'll discover a welcoming, family-run neighborhood café and canteen, offering a home-made menu at very affordable prices. [Read more]
Meïda, chef Mohamed Cheikh's Mediterranean brasserie in Saint-Ouen
Chef Mohamed Cheikh sets up shop in Saint-Ouen at Meïda, a large Mediterranean brasserie. [Read more]
Jōyō, Asian-American fusion cuisine at Opéra
Jōyō unveils Asian-American fusion cuisine a stone's throw from the Opéra Garnier. [Read more]
Fellows, the Maslow team's affordable vegetarian fresh pasta restaurant
The Maslow team unveils its new address, Fellows, where fresh vegetarian pasta is creative, sexy... and, frankly, affordable! [Read more]
Becco, the trattoria specializing in Roman pizzas and fresh pasta in Paris
Rue de Maubeuge, in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, Becco combines Italian tradition and ultra-fresh ingredients to offer a gourmet, seasonal menu of unmissable Italian specialties. [Read more]
Gast, bakery and brunch during the day, bistronomy in the evening
A multi-faceted place, Gast is open non-stop, offering a choice of pastries, brunches or bistronomic toasts, depending on the time of day. [Read more]
Maison Bretonne, the authentic Breton crêperie in Saint-Paul
For a real Breton galette, made with organic ingredients, head for Maison Bretonne in Saint-Paul. [Read more]
Blossom, chef Anaïs Foray's peaceful garden restaurant at the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg hotel
A charming green setting in the heart of Paris and a natural, locavore menu orchestrated by chef Anaïs Foray, here you are at Blossom, the restaurant of the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg hotel. The restaurant has just been awarded the Ecotable label! [Read more]
Oma - All Day Food, like brunch at any time of day
At Oma - All Day Food, it's all in the name: the chance to eat sweet and savoury treats at any time of day! [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]
Vibrate, savour and enjoy with the Boom Boom Villette Food Market!
Vibrate, savor and enjoy with Boom Boom Villette! In the heart of the vibrant La Villette district (Paris 19th), Boom Boom Villette inaugurates its Food Market, featuring the very best in street-food. Boom Boom Villette invites you to discover this colorful and playful new venue, with its 4,000 m2 of kiosks* and bars. [Read more]
Café Mirette, the excellent bistronomic restaurant with hidden terrace in Saint-Lazare
Café Mirette is Le bon plan hidden behind the Saint-Lazare train station in a sheltered, little-known passageway. There you can lounge, sheltered, in the middle of 8ᵉ, enjoy fresh, seasonal cuisine and, as a bonus, very affordable. Housed within the Pernod Ricard Foundation, which continually offers free exhibitions, this is the literary café you'll love to go to. [Read more]
Vitelloni, the traditional Italian institution on the outskirts of Carreau du Temple
A veritable institution on the edge of the Carreau du Temple, Les Vitelloni is the Italian restaurant that brings everyone together: lovers of traditional transalpine cuisine, couples with children who are welcome, enthusiastic gangs of friends and the crème de la crème of fashion and cinema. [Read more]
Slice Pizza Club, the pizzeria with XXL shares in Paris
Slice is the new American-style pizza street food spot that has opened in the 2ᵉ arrondissement, but also in the 8th arrondissement in Paris, near Saint-Augustin. We're off to discover this new concept conceived by French lovers of slices, those XXL thin pizzas, which intends to delight all Paris. [Read more]
Cavrosa, Chevreuse's crêperie for local Yvelines products
We'd like to take you on a tour of Crêperie Cavrosa, a lovely place nestled in a natural setting, offering delicious Breton crepes made with local Yvelines produce. [Read more]
Perdue, the delicious brioche for savoury or sweet dishes
What if we told you that brioche perdue could be made with chicken or pastrami? The Perdue restaurant, located next to the Passage du Caire in the 2nd arrondissement, takes up the challenge and creates savory savory and sweet recipes. [Read more]
Jay's Pizza, authentic New York slice pizza
Authentic New York slice pizza is now available at Jay's Pizza, just a stone's throw from Strasbourg Saint-Denis! [Read more]
Panozzi, Italian street-food sandwiches filled with the finest ingredients
At Panozzi, panozzo sandwiches come in all shapes and sizes, in a multitude of original and tasty recipes. [Read more]
Brasserie Martin, the restless brewery of the Nouvelle Garde
In the La Nouvelle Garde family, we ask for Brasserie Martin, that big bistro with its colorful decor and winter garden, where gangs of friends and local families flock. [Read more]
La crêperie de Gally, the new gourmet and local address on the Saint-Cyr l'Ecole Farm (78)
Food lovers take note: a few months ago, the Ferme de Gally in Saint-Cyr l'Ecole opened its long-awaited crêperie, with a seasonal menu featuring fresh produce. For lunch or a snack, come and treat yourself at the farm! [Read more]
Ravioli Folie, the generous address for all-you-can-eat homemade dumplings
On Avenue Franklin Roosevelt, in the 8th arrondissement, Ravioli Folie is one of those addresses you'll treasure for a delicious, affordable menu and, above all, an exceptional all-you-can-eat menu. [Read more]
Basis, traditional quality kebabs, guaranteed pleasure
After conquering Belleville, Basis opens a new address in Paris and tackles another neighborhood that has become a master in the art of kebab: Strasbourg Saint-Denis. With the same passion for good kebabs! [Read more]
Sugo, the affordable Italian address for fresh pasta sauces
Sugo is the Italian address on rue Sainte-Anne, offering a short menu of fresh, homemade pasta at affordable prices, to be sauced to the last drop! [Read more]
Bistrot Podium, Glenn Viel's party restaurant and Bistrots Pas Parisiens
Les Bistrots Pas Parisiens, led by Hakim Gaouaoui and Stéphane Rotenberg, are opening their first festive restaurant in the 15th arrondissement of Paris: Bistrot Podium, where Chef Glenn Viel has created a gourmet and comforting menu. The perfect way to enjoy a party! [Read more]
Ober Mamma, Big Mamma's cosy trattoria in Oberkampf
Nearly 10 years after opening, Big Mamma continues to turn out Neapolitan pizzas and Italian specialties at Ober Mamma, its Oberkampf trattoria. [Read more]
Arkose Strasbourg Saint-Denis, the climbing gym in the heart of Paris and its locavore canteen
Arkose has opened a climbing gym in Strasbourg Saint-Denis. It's hard to get more central for climbing fans! Plus? A locavore canteen full of comfort. [Read more]
Friday Night, Jewish Shabbat specialties every day of the week
You don't have to wait until Friday night to celebrate. At Vendredi Soir, Shabbat is every day of the week, with Jewish specialties traditionally shared at family tables. [Read more]
Le Bloom Café, a family restaurant in Saint-Ouen's Docks district
Just a stone's throw from Saint-Ouen's largest park, Les Docks, Bloom Café is the perfect address for any occasion of the day: breakfast, lunch, brunch, afternoon tea... Family-friendly, affordable and generous, it's a neighborhood restaurant just the way we like them: with an extra soul, good food and a welcome just like home. [Read more]
Brooch, Israeli stall, shawarma and falafel in the Passage des Panoramas
Broche keeps things simple with 2 recipes that pack a punch: a lamb-chicken shawarma cooked over a wood fire, and a falafel pita. Head for the Passage des Panoramas! [Read more]
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 Chalet des Îles: the bucolic restaurant on an island in Paris with terrace and refined cuisine
The Chalet des Iles is one of the most exotic restaurants in Paris. Situated on a small island in the middle of the Bois de Boulogne, you have to take a boat to get there. Completely renovated, it is set to reopen its doors in April 2024. [Read more]
Good plan for families: a kids' club at the MOB House in Saint-Ouen, every Sunday
A new meeting place for families - and above all, children - the MOB House now opens its kids club every Sunday afternoon. [Read more]
La Machine à Coudes, a Caribbean-inspired gourmet restaurant in Boulogne (92)
After 13 years in business, La Machine à Coude, a well-known gourmet restaurant in Boulogne - Billancourt, is reinventing itself under the leadership of chef Rémi Braflan. From now on, you can enjoy a daring Caribbean-inspired gastronomy. Ready for an exotic culinary experience? [Read more]
Le Moulin de la Galette, the legendary Montmartre restaurant in Paris
Le Moulin de la Galette is a legendary Montmartre institution. Immortalized by painters such as Van Gogh and Renoir, the restaurant now invites us to savor comforting recipes typical of French brasserie. [Read more]
L'écu de France, a gourmet restaurant in a historic setting on the banks of the Marne (94)
L'Écu de France is a gourmet French restaurant set in the heart of a former coaching inn dating from 1717, on the banks of the Marne River. A good address in the Val-de-Marne that's well worth the detour! [Read more]
Boulevard Beirut, the right Lebanese restaurant in Poissy, Yvelines (78)
Looking for sunshine on the plate and in the service? Then head for Boulevard Beirut, a lovely surprise nestled between the Collégiale Notre Dame and the old bridge that used to be a landmark of the town of Poissy in the Yvelines department. [Read more]
Dos Almas all-you-can-eat brunch, from Iberian recipes to late lunch
Every Sunday, the restaurant at the Villa Marquis hotel in the 8th arrondissement of Paris goes Spanish for a gourmet all-you-can-eat buffet brunch. [Read more]
Blooma, the bar-restaurant with creative dishes in a bucolic atmosphere in Fontenay-sous-Bois (94)
In Fontenay-sous-bois, a bar-restaurant resembling an urban oasis offers seasonal cuisine in original dishes and creative, affordable cocktails. Head for Blooma, a gourmet spot where you can stop for a treat or a toast! [Read more]
Figuig, the excellent Moroccan restaurant where tradition, modernity and a good atmosphere meet
Not far from the Arc de Triomphe, nestled in the Rue de Brey, the Figuig restaurant is an invitation to travel and celebrate! Here, you'll find authentic Moroccan cuisine prepared according to the rules of the art, with the added bonus of live music and Oriental dancing on weekends, all in a setting that's both elegant and exotic. [Read more]
Karlito's kid-friendly Sunday lunch, the Italian canteen of the MOB Hotel, in Saint-Ouen
At the MOB Hotel, it's the same thing every Sunday: the lunches are XXl with gargantuan dishes, certified organic and adapted to the whole family to enjoy at will. So, shall we go? [Read more]
Kids friendly Sunday lunches at Quai Ouest, the pretty brasserie on the Seine
Along the Seine from Paris, on the Saint-Cloud coast, there is a beautiful terrace to enjoy in summer and winter, with or without children. It's Quai Ouest, a kid-friendly restaurant where you can enjoy your Sunday lunch with your family. [Read more]
Kids friendly lunches with entertainment for children at the River Café on Saturday-Sunday
Are you looking for a restaurant that welcomes both young and old, with enough space for them to let off steam and even some entertainment to keep them busy? At the River Café, in Issy-les-Moulineaux, that's what we offer every Saturday and Sunday, at lunchtime. [Read more]
Restaurant Le Plomb du Cantal : the Auvergne institution where aligot and truffade are honored
Le Plomb du Cantal is a real institution in Paris. A spotlight on Auvergne cuisine, this comforting restaurant attracts Parisians and tourists alike with its star specialties: aligot and truffade. [Read more]
The Place To: restaurant, bar and coworking space in Paris' 10th arrondissement
The Place To is the new coffee shop in Paris's 10th arrondissement! The little brother of the brand's first address on avenue de Wagram, the restaurant welcomes you from early morning until nightfall, with a complete gourmet offer from breakfast to dinner, including lunch and Happy Hour. Bonus: several spaces, several atmospheres, ideal for coworking! [Read more]
Coup de Tête, the very good restaurant on the heights of Belleville
On the heights of Belleville, the Coup de Tête restaurant welcomes hungry locals, and chef Jaime Corzo Lemos takes charge of delighting them with his inventive, gourmet bistro cuisine. [Read more]
Chalet des Iles brunch: children's entertainment and all-you-can-eat buffet in a unique Paris setting
With its unique setting in Paris - on an island in the middle of one of the Bois de Boulogne lakes, if you please - Chalet des Îles offers an all-you-can-eat brunch every Sunday, with entertainment for the youngest guests. [Read more]
All-you-can-eat brunch with children's entertainment at Frame Brasserie, a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower
Looking for an all-you-can-eat brunch just a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower and Champs de Mars? Head to the large Frame Brasserie in the Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel for this Sunday brunch buffet. [Read more]
A chic Sunday brunch with children's entertainment at Matignon (8th arrondissement)
Every Sunday, the Matignon restaurant and club in the 8th arrondissement opens its doors to families (and beyond) for a gourmet brunch, complete with children's entertainment. [Read more]
Sunday brunch at Umami Burger, with children's entertainment and all-you-can-eat buffet
Every Sunday, the whole of Paris meets up for the sacrosanct weekend rendezvous: brunch. If you're a family with children, we prefer brunchers who offer entertainment for the youngest members of the family, so you can enjoy a family morning that's just right for everyone! [Read more]
A gourmet family brunch with creative workshops for children, at Jolia, in Suresnes
Near Suresnes, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, the Jolia restaurant organizes its family brunch every Sunday, with great entertainment for the youngest guests. [Read more]
All-you-can-eat gourmet brunch with children's entertainment at Mama Shelter Paris West
Every Sunday, from 12:30 to 4:30 pm, Mama Shelter West welcomes you to a gourmet brunch and all-you-can-eat buffet with special entertainment for young and old alike. [Read more]
A gourmet brunch with a children's playroom at Pub Saint-Germain in the Odéon district
Rue de l'Ancienne Comédie, in the 6th arrondissement, the Pub Saint-Germain is the place to be for locals - and everyone else - who come for lunch with colleagues, a drink with friends, a romantic evening in the intimate lounges, or a proper party in the bar's more festive main room. On Sunday lunchtimes, the Pub offers a completely different atmosphere, with a homemade, family-style brunch. [Read more]
Neni's all-you-can-eat Middle Eastern brunch: reviews and photos
Every Sunday, Neni, the restaurant serving Turkish, Israeli, Persian and Arabian specialities, welcomes you and the kids to a family brunch where there's something for everyone: an all-you-can-eat buffet that will take you to the other side of the planet. [Read more]
The kid-friendly Sunday brunch at Sacré Frenchy, with free entertainment for children
In the 3rd arrondissement, on boulevard Sébastopol, Sacré Frenchy is one of those "à la bonne franquette" addresses where you can enjoy lunch with colleagues or dinner with friends all week long. It's here, every Sunday, that the Frenchy Brunch is offered, for the whole family to enjoy! [Read more]
Jungle brunch with children's entertainment at Comptoir Général
Take a trip for a brunch and experience a real change of scenery in the middle of the jungle. A one-way ticket to an unknown destination, where your eyes (and taste buds) will be delighted. [Read more]
Children's entertainment and family brunch every weekend at the Foodcourt Food Society
Every Saturday and Sunday, Food Society, the Ateliers Gaité foodcourt in the 14th arrondissement, offers a program designed especially for families, with a kids' corner where you can take part in a wide range of activities, and a family brunch. [Read more]
Maison Revka's family brunch, with Slavic specialities and children's entertainment
In the 16th arrondissement, on avenue Raymond Poincaré, lies a pretty summer garden, hidden from view: it's Maison Revka, and now the restaurant is also offering its Sunday family brunch, to satisfy young and old alike and to spend some quality time with the family. [Read more]
Mama's Penthouse brunch: kid-friendly entertainment and all-you-can-eat buffet at Mama La Défense
Every Sunday, Mama's Penthouse, the restaurant at Mama Shelter la Défense, offers a 100% kid-friendly brunch with entertainment for your little ones (or older children). [Read more]
Felicità's kid-friendly Sundays, with free activities for children
Every Sunday, La Felicità opens its doors to gourmets young and old, and especially to families. That's right: from now on, on Sundays, we're off to La Felicità to let the kids enjoy the free entertainment during the meal! [Read more]
Andia's family-friendly brunch with children's entertainment, an ode to South America
At Andia, Sundays are synonymous with "kid-friendly": every week, from 12 to 3pm, it's brunch time, with plenty of entertainment for children during brunch. [Read more]
We've got some great family moments in store!
