Famous the world over for its richness, diversity and refinement, French cuisine is the best in the world, and that's not just our chauvinism talking; it's a reality. French gastronomy is rich in traditional specialties that have been consumed for centuries - some even dating back to medieval times.
Sophisticated, with particular attention paid to preparation, the dishes of French haute cuisine feature the finest local produce, renowned for its quality, from fine cuts of meat to local, seasonal vegetables and seafood.
Typically French dishes to try include frogs' legs, snails in parsley sauce, oysters, steak tartare and foie gras, specialties that intrigue tourists from all over the world, as well as onion soup, blanquette de veau, jambon-beurre and crêpes Suzette.
In Paris, you can enjoy these dishes in brasseries, bistros and bouillons - some of which were invented in the capital. But you can also sample regional specialties such as boeuf bourguignon, cassoulet, confit de canard, galette bretonne, choucroute and quiche lorraine.
Of course, you can't go without the cheeses of France, to be accompanied (within reason) by a glass of white or red wine and a good baguette, crisp on the outside and soft on the inside! If you'd like to sample some of the finest French gastronomy has to offer, don't delay in discovering our top addresses for traditional French dishes in Paris.
Where to eat good frogs' legs in Paris? Our best addresses
Fancy some good frogs' legs with parsley? Here's a list of the best places to try this typically French dish in Paris! [Read more]
Where to eat good snails in Paris? Our best addresses
Here are the best places to try one of the most famous dishes in French cuisine: escargots en persillade. [Read more]
Where to eat oysters in Paris? Our best addresses
Looking for a good place to enjoy oysters in Paris? We'll take you on a tour of the capital's oyster bars and restaurants. [Read more]
Where to eat foie gras in Paris? Our best addresses
Here are our top tips for enjoying home-made foie gras in Paris restaurants. [Read more]
Where to eat a good pâté en croûte in a restaurant in Paris? Our good addresses
Winter or summer, the call of the pie is often irresistible. Can you relate? If so, here are the best places to enjoy a slice of pâté en croûte in a Paris restaurant! [Read more]
Where to eat eggs mayo and eggs mimosa in Paris? Our best addresses
Fans of mayo and mimosa eggs? Here's a list of Paris restaurants where you can enjoy this pillar of French cuisine! [Read more]
Where to eat onion soup in Paris? Our best addresses
What could be more comforting and tasty than a good onion soup? Here's a list of the best places to enjoy onion soup au gratin in Paris! [Read more]
Where to eat a good ham and butter sandwich in Paris? Our good addresses
So simple yet so delicious, the ham-and-butter sandwich can satisfy any appetite. Here's a list of bakeries and restaurants in Paris where you can enjoy one! [Read more]
Where to eat a good croque-monsieur in Paris? Our good addresses
Fancy a good croque-monsieur? Find out where to eat this classic French dish in Paris! [Read more]
Where to eat good moules-frites in Paris? Our best addresses
By the way, where do you eat good mussels and French fries in Paris? Here are our top maritime addresses! [Read more]
Where to eat steak-frites in Paris? Our best addresses
Looking for simple, tasty steak frites in Paris? Discover our best addresses! [Read more]
Where to eat steak tartare in Paris? Our best addresses
Here are the best addresses in Paris for steak tartare lovers! [Read more]
Where to eat coq au vin in Paris? Our best addresses
A must-try dish in French cuisine, coq au vin is a dream come true for French people and tourists alike. Here are the best places to enjoy this comforting dish in Paris! [Read more]
Where to eat duck confit in Paris? Our good addresses
Do you prefer duck breast or duck confit? Here's a list of the best places in Paris to enjoy these traditional dishes from the South-West! [Read more]
Where to eat a good cassoulet in Paris? Our good addresses
There's no doubt about it, cassoulet is one of France's favorite dishes for good reason: it's generous, comforting and convivial. To enjoy a good cassoulet in Paris, here are the best addresses! [Read more]
Where to eat a good blanquette de veau in Paris? Our best addresses
How about a veal blanquette for lunch? Here's a list of restaurants in Paris where you can enjoy this flagship dish of French gastronomy! [Read more]
Where to eat a good boeuf bourguignon in Paris? Our best addresses
Looking for a hearty boeuf bourguignon in Paris? Here are the Parisian restaurants where you can enjoy this pillar of French cuisine! [Read more]
Where to eat good sauerkraut in Paris? Our best addresses
A craving for sauerkraut? Here's a list of restaurants in Paris where you can dine on tasty, generous sauerkraut! [Read more]
Where to eat a good quiche lorraine in Paris? Our good addresses
How about a good quiche lorraine? Discover our best addresses in Paris! [Read more]
Where to eat raclette, tartiflette, Mont d'Or or fondue in Paris? Our best addresses
Looking for a good raclette, fondue, tartiflette or Mont d'Or coulant in Paris? All you can eat, high up in the sky or in temporary chalets, discover the restaurants and other gourmet addresses where you can enjoy these delicious winter dishes in Paris and the Ile-de-France region! [Read more]
Where to eat a good Breton galette in Paris? Our good addresses
Are you craving Breton galettes? Find out where you can enjoy them in Paris, savoury or sweet! [Read more]
Where to eat a good crêpe in Paris? Our crêperie addresses
Discover the best creperies in Paris where you can enjoy sweet and savoury crepes without a guilty conscience! [Read more]
Where to eat crêpes Suzette in Paris? Our best addresses
A dessert as fine as it is delicious, crêpes Suzette are one of those typically French dishes you should try at least once in your life. Here are our best addresses in Paris! [Read more]
Where to find the best baguettes and sourdough breads in Paris? Our good addresses
The baguette, now a Unesco World Heritage Site, has not finished delighting us. If you're looking for the best baguettes in Paris, we've put together a list of the best traditional bakeries that combine know-how and good sourdough to perpetuate this bakery heritage. [Read more]
The best cheese dairies in Paris, our best addresses
Cheese aficionados, discover the best cheese shops in Paris! [Read more]
Paris wine bars and cellars, our top addresses
If you'd like to spend some quality time with friends over fine food and wine, discover our top addresses for wine bars and wine cellars in Paris! [Read more]
Paris champagne bars, our best addresses
Fancy a little bubbly with friends? Head for Paris's champagne bars, where you can enjoy a glass of fine bubbly in moderation. [Read more]
Where to drink cider in Paris? Our favorite places
And what if, to change from wine and beer, we were to toast with cider? Head to the cider bars in Paris! [Read more]
The oldest restaurants in Paris, historic and legendary tables
Discover the Paris of yesteryear at one of the capital's oldest restaurants, where mythical figures from French history once sat. [Read more]
Looking for typical French pastries and viennoiseries in Paris? Here's where to find macarons, Paris-Brest, crêpes, mille-feuilles and éclairs! [Read more]
The oldest restaurants in Paris, historic and legendary tables
Where to eat typical French viennoiseries and pastries in Paris? Our very good addresses
