What's going on in Paris these days? A wind of nostalgia seems to be blowing through the new addresses opening their doors. Like a leap into the past, the capital's restaurants are guided by a desire for shimmering colors - a cameo of oranges, long zinc counters, skai chairs and patterned tiles on the floor.
Yes, retro 70s decor is making a comeback in restaurants! Bring back memories for the older generation, and introduce younger diners to a certain era of Parisian life.
With its relaxed atmosphere, table soccer, jukebox and pinball machine in some corners, hard-boiled eggs on the counter and daily newspapers held in place by a wooden bar, you'd almost expect Alain Delon or Patrick Dewaere to turn up on the premises and order a tight little black or a ball of white at the counter.
Of course, the menu often reflects thevintage atmosphere, with simple but well-executed French dishes. So, would you like to return to the Paris of yesteryear? Here are the best addresses for restaurants straight out of the seventies in Paris!
Stock, a 70's-style bistro on the Bourse
With its 70s-style decor and two-faceted menu - one street-food, the other bistronomic - Stock is a sassy, affordable address in the Bourse district. [Read more]
Le Cornichon, a retro 70's restaurant with unbeatable value for money
With its retro 70s look, smiling team and unbeatable value for money, Le Cornichon is already a must-visit address in the 11th arrondissement. [Read more]
Hasard, a French bistro where you can eat, drink and... scratch
A French bistro where you can eat, drink and try your luck at scratch cards. Rather... unusual. No mystery, it's all happening at Hasard! [Read more]
Bonjour Bichat, the friendly, retro food market on a human scale in the 10th arrondissement
Welcome to Bonjour Bichat, a small, cosy food market where you can try out new flavours, from the fusion of Asian and African food to Crrsp's crunchy, revisited French bistro cuisine! [Read more]
Audiophile restaurants and listening bars in Paris where to eat, drink and listen to vinyl records
If you love good sound, good wine and good food, you've come to the right place. Discover the audiophile restaurants and listening bars in Paris where you can combine all three. [Read more]
Audiophile restaurants and listening bars in Paris where to eat, drink and listen to vinyl records
