It's a well-known fact among the French, but one that never ceases to amaze tourists: in France, many restaurants stay open on weekends... and close their doors once a week, usually on Mondays. A well-deserved rest for the staff, but a thorn in the side of Parisians and tourists alike when it comes to finding a place to lunch or dine in Paris at the start of the week.
Fortunately for the stomachs of gourmets, many of the capital's restaurants are rebelling, overturning French traditions and choosing to close on a different day of the week, or even to remain constantly open thanks to a clever rotation of their teams. Good news for gourmets.
So, if you need to find a restaurant to eat at this Monday, you've come to the right place. So, if you need to find a restaurant to eat at on Mondays, you've come to the right place. Some are open for lunch, others for dinner, still others for lunch and dinner, so be sure to check and book!
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]
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]
Red Katz, a traditional Chinese restaurant in a fabulous retro setting
Between tradition and modernity, the Red Katz restaurant unveils a menu that pays homage to the greatest classics of Chinese cuisine, perfectly executed, in a truly fabulous setting. [Read more]
Adma, the bistronomic restaurant in Fontainebleau with a Mediterranean flavour
Adma is the new bistronomic restaurant that opened its doors at the beginning of February 2024 in Fontainebleau, in the heart of the Seine-et-Marne region. Located at 23 rue de France, a stone's throw from the famous château, this warm and inviting venue offers French cuisine inspired by the Mediterranean basin. Behind this project, Quentin Hubert and Enguerrand Lecocq, two enthusiasts who combine culinary expertise and rigorous management, have breathed into Adma a friendly, almost family atmosphere, where you'll feel "at home". [Read more]
La Datcha, chef Maksym Zorin's Ukrainian-influenced bistro restaurant
Having left the Ducasse galaxy, chef Maksym Zorin opens La Datcha, his first bistronomic restaurant with Ukrainian influences. [Read more]
L'Evadé, chef Rémi Poulain's bistronomic address in SoPi
Chef Rémi Poulain and fellow chef Anthony Rivière, already behind L'Escudella, open a new bistronomic address in SoPi: L'Evadé. [Read more]
Mido Paris, the fine nikkei restaurant at the Intercontinental Paris Champs-Élysées-Étoile
The Intercontinental Paris Champs-Élysées-Étoile unveils its restaurant, a nikkei table called Mido Paris. As connoisseurs will have gathered, this is the little sister of a cult address on the Riviera. So, what's the verdict? [Read more]
Faubourg Daimant, bourgeois vegetarian cuisine for saucing, it's insane!
And that's two for Daimant Collective! After Plan D and its vegan sandwiches, it's time for bourgeois cuisine and sauces at Faubourg Daimant, but always in 100% plant-based versions, of course! [Read more]
L'Entente, the excellent English brasserie a stone's throw from the Opéra Garnier
The avant-garde L'Entente has been a fixture at the Opéra Garnier for many years. Under the aegis of Oliver Woodhead, the English restaurant pays tribute to the greatest British specialties. [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]
Trâm 130, chef Priscilla Trâm's exciting first table
At last! Chef Priscilla Trâm has opened Trâm 130 on rue Saint-Maur. A long-awaited restaurant. So, what's the verdict? [Read more]
La Traboule, a pocket bistronomic restaurant full of good ideas
A pocket restaurant in Miromesnil, La Traboule has all the makings of a great restaurant: bistronomic cuisine full of good ideas that, come evening, veers towards gastro. [Read more]
Le Comptoir de la Traboule, bistronomic highlights and intoxicating vintages
Just a stone's throw from the Champ-de-Mars and the Eiffel Tower, Comptoir de la Traboule whirls up hearty bistronomic dishes and intoxicating cuvées. [Read more]
Network star chef Eloi Spinnler finally opens his second restaurant Colère (and it's top!)
Chef Eloi Spinnler, star of the social networks, has finally opened his second restaurant in Paris. Named Colère, it follows on from his first address, Orgueil, and proves to be terribly naughty. [Read more]
Lordy's Paris Club, the English restaurant at the Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel hotel
Lunch goes English at Lordy's Paris Club, the Anglo-Saxon restaurant of the Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel hotel! [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]
Pho Bom, the must-visit Vietnamese restaurant in Paris's 13th arrondissement
Pho Bom, located in the heart of Paris's 13th arrondissement, is a popular address for lovers of Vietnamese cuisine. Renowned for its Pho soups and traditional specialties such as bún chả Hà Nội and bánh xèo, this authentic restaurant is always busy. The friendly atmosphere, tasty dishes and affordable prices make it a sure bet in the Asian quarter, even if the lack of reservations sometimes requires a dose of patience. A good restaurant worth getting up early for or waiting in line for. [Read more]
Benihana, America's favorite teppanyaki restaurant now in Paris
Benihana, America's favorite teppanyaki restaurant, has opened its doors in Paris. Get ready for a show! [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]
Leven, Kurdish street-food on fire
Boarding for the Middle East at Leven, a new Kurdish street-food stall in the Sentier. [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]
Argile, raw bistronomy by chef Romain Lamon
Chef Romain Lamon is back with a new address, Argile, all about simplicity. [Read more]
Miglia, a cosy Italian restaurant on Place des Ternes
Contrary to what you might expect from a brasserie in Place des Ternes, a chic and sometimes snobbish part of Paris, Miglia is a warm Italian restaurant with attentive service. [Read more]
Neuvième Cru, a friendly and (very) affordable little corner of Italy in Paris
Neuvième Cru is a friendly, (very) affordable pocket-sized Italian restaurant! [Read more]
Onyx, refined French bistronomy a stone's throw from department stores
Just a stone's throw from the department stores, Onyx impresses with its 4-metre agate wall and delights with its refined French bistronomy. [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]
On Restaurant, Linda Lee's contemporary Korean barbecue on rue Saint-Roch
Already behind On the Bab and MariMari, Linda Lee opens On Restaurant on rue Saint-Roch, a Korean barbecue in a contemporary setting. [Read more]
Sam Chic, traditional Korean restaurant for barbecue and fondue lovers
Recognized by the Korean Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Sam Chic is a traditional Korean restaurant for lovers of barbecue, fondue and authentic dishes. [Read more]
Anatolia Village, a home-made restaurant serving inexpensive Kurdish specialities, in the 10th arrondissement.
Located in the Strabourg Saint-Denis district, Anatolia Village brings Kurdish food lovers together every day for dinner and lunch, with specialties straight from Asia Minor. [Read more]
La Renommée: a chic restaurant with a historic façade and refined French cuisine
Behind the capital's historic façade lies an elegant restaurant with a hushed ambience, magnifying French gastronomy in a timeless setting on the famous Rue Saint-Honoré. [Read more]
At La Fontaine Gaillon, chef Marie-Victorine Manoa reinvents gourmet elegance
This iconic address, taken over this summer 2024 by the Fitz Group with Marie-Victorine Manoa at the helm in the kitchen, offers a classic menu boldly revisited in a hushed atmosphere. Immerse yourself in an experience where terroir and creativity come together. [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]
Boni's: pizza by the slice, just like in New York!
Nestled in Paris's 2nd arrondissement, Boni's offers New York-style pizza by the slice. Here, you can sit down quickly or take away, then try one of the restaurant's four recipes, or create your own custom slice for the more daring! [Read more]
Ten Seconds Noodle, the delicious ten-second Chinese noodle restaurant, Paris 13th arrondissement
Among the many restaurants in Paris's 13ᵉ arrondissement, here's a little newcomer offering noodles in Ten Seconds. You choose the broth (or not), select the accompaniments and off you go for the piping-hot noodles, spiced to your tolerance level. [Read more]
Alma: the delicious Corsican tapas bar and restaurant in Montorgueil
Take a trip to Corsica at Alma, a restaurant and tapas bar typical of the island of beauty, in the Montorgueil district, where you can feast on good food in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. [Read more]
Le Georges, the trendy rooftop restaurant at the Centre Pompidou
Le Georges, a rooftop restaurant with a spacious terrace at the top of the Centre Pompidou in Paris, offers an exceptional view of the Eiffel Tower and Parisian monuments. This trendy venue offers healthy, gourmet cuisine, creative cocktails and evening DJ sets. [Read more]
Le Semainier: affordable lunches at the Hôtel Particulier Montmartre
L'Hôtel Particulier unveils "Le Semainier", its new lunchtime menu to be enjoyed in the heart of Butte Montmartre. Every weekday lunchtime, this charming Parisian refuge enchants the autumn-winter season with seasonal dishes at affordable prices. For €25, epicureans and gourmets alike can enjoy a refined interlude in an elegant yet friendly atmosphere. [Read more]
Zincou, a tapas and wine restaurant a stone's throw from the Musée de la vie romantique
Located on the corner of rue Blanche and rue Bruyère, not far from the Musée de la vie romantique, Zincou offers tapas plates to share, accompanied by a glass of wine, all in a warm, trendy setting. [Read more]
Foyer de la Madeleine: the historic community restaurant beneath the Madeleine church
The Madeleine church has been home to a community restaurant for almost 50 years, where friendly volunteers serve up simple but tasty dishes, providing hot meals to those in need. [Read more]
