Roomies Etienne Marcel

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Roomies Etienne Marcel

Hamburgers might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about Paris dining, but Roomies gives you the chance to customize your own burger with fresh and high-quality ingredients. The friendly staff will gladly guide you through the process in good English. At just a 10-minute walk from Notre Dame, it is well worth a visit.

Dining

Paris's cuisine surprises as much for its variety and range as it does for its quality and exquisite presentation. From small family-run bistros to Michelin-starred restaurants run by internationally famous chefs, dining here is more art than science. Sweets, pastries, cheese, and fresh market produce are also an essential part of the Parisian gastronomic experience. Top it off with a treat from a speciality chocolaterie and a fine local vintage in the evening to complete the tour of the best delicacies Paris has to offer. Below is a list of the best places to eat in Paris, France:

Hôtel du Nord

Hôtel du Nord is a classic bistro, made famous in a 1930s movie by Marcel Carné, offering a varied menu, ranging from traditional French cuisine to original dishes to be enjoyed in a lovely location by the canal St …

L’Avant Comptoir de la Terre

L’Avant Comptoir de la Terre

The quartet of standing-room-only wine & small plates bars (the original 'comptoir' is now supplemented by ones "de La Mer", "de la Terre", and "du Marché") are a wickedly exciting find if neither timing nor budget allow for in-advance reservations but the city's culinary excellence beckons. You will still be treated to the finest produce …

Le Voltaire

Le Voltaire is, perhaps, amongst the best places in the 1st arrondissement to come for a quintessentially Parisian brasserie experience. Classic French cuisine with dishes polished to perfection, woven bent-wood chairs outside, and a chic ambience with that elusive je-ne-sais-quoi …

Le Potager de Charlotte

Le Potager de Charlotte

Created by two brothers passionate about health, the environment, and animal rights, Le Potager de Charlotte is an intimate spot offering plant-based, gourmet cuisine made from fresh, local, seasonal, and organic produce. From the presentation to the flavours, you can really see the time and thought they have put into each dish. Le Potager de …

Little Tokyo (Rue Sainte-Anne)

Little Tokyo (Rue Sainte-Anne)

Although Japanese prevails in this aptly named Parisian neighbourhood tucked between the 1st and 2nd arrondissements, there is a plethora of Asian cuisines to choose from: restaurants serving everything from Korean bibimbap to bowls of steamy Vietnamese pho pepper the area, enjoying popularity among both locals and …

Fajitas

Classic Mexican dishes such as quesadillas, nachos, and of course, fajitas dished up in a vibrant Mexican-style setting just a few minutes from the famous Pont …

Epicure

Hailed as one of the best restaurants in Paris, Epicure offers a unique dining experience inside Le Bristol Paris Hotel. Michelin-starred chef Éric Fréchon concocts masterpiece French dishes using unusual combinations of exquisite ingredients, producing such meals as squid roasted with salted butter, puffed spelt, candied eggplant with couscous broth, and lobster coral …

Kong

The past few years have turned Le Kong into somewhat of a legend in Paris. Underneath its glass ceiling, you can enjoy some Asian fusion cuisine, grab a drink, and later on dance the night away, all the while enjoying one of the most romantic views over the river …

Alcazar

Alcazar is a contemporary brasserie located in St Germain-des-Près, where you can enjoy traditional English and French dishes prepared by skilled chefs in a chic atmosphere filled with lots of …

Breizh Café

One of the finest crêpes bretonne in the French capital is, arguably, a Japanese import: Breizh Café was a big hit in the land of the rising sun long before it came to the Marais, where the chain's very successful outpost serves scrumptious crêpes and galettes made with the finest organic ingredients from Brittany. …

Pierre Gagnaire

Pierre Gagnaire

Pierre Gagnaire is located near the Champs-Elysées and is one of the city's most solid and appealing restaurants, ranked among the world's top 50. Expect to pay up for the lunch and dinner menu and make sure you make a reservation well in …

Allard

There are still local neighbourhood restaurants serving excellent food all over Paris. One of them is Allard, in the 6th arrondissement, over on the left bank of the Seine. A traditional 1930's bistro, with many regulars from the …

Goumard

Goumard is the right place for seafood lovers. This reputable restaurant has been in business since 1872 and its motto is simply "Everything that comes from the sea". In fact, the owner buys everything straight from the dock's local fishermen. Specialities include grilled Breton lobster and scallop carpaccio with …

Le Balzar

Located in the lively Quartier Latin, close to la Sorbonne, Le Balzar is a classic Parisian brasserie, which has, since 1896, been serving traditional French dishes in a gorgeous Art Nouveau interior or at terrace tables. Many of the city's famous authors have been regulars here, a true seal of …

Annapurna

This Indian restaurant has been serving the best of North Indian gastronomy ever since 1967. The décor is authentic and stylish. On the menu, you will find tasty dishes like lamb curry, onion bargees, and chicken tikka, as well as a few vegetarian and vegan …

Founti Agadir

Paris has many North African restaurants and one of the best is the Moroccan Founti Agadir. Located on the left bank, it has a fine selection of good value couscous, tajines, and pastilla …

L'As du Fallafel

L'As du Fallafel

On and around Rue des Rosiers you will find many delicious Middle-Eastern and Yiddish/Eastern European specialities. Be sure to make a stop at L'As du Fallafel. This little restaurant claims to have the "best falafel in the world", and many agree. Expect delicious falafel accompanied by yummy hummus, shawarma, and kebabs, to go or …

Zo is a cosy restaurant that offers Japanese and Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant has an exotic and welcoming décor and is very lively on the weekends. On the menu, you will find dishes ranging from sushi and pizza to steak and …

Pizza Mancini

This quaint little Italian restaurant tucked away in Montmartre offers Neapolitan cuisine at very affordable prices. Pasta, gnocchi, and pizza with a homemade sauce prepared from scratch in a no-nonsense setting – perfect spot for a quick bite on your visit to this historic …

Roomies Etienne Marcel

Roomies Etienne Marcel

Hamburgers might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about Paris dining, but Roomies gives you the chance to customize your own burger with fresh and high-quality ingredients. The friendly staff will gladly guide you through the process in good English. At just a 10-minute walk from Notre Dame, it …

Rouge Bis

Rouge Bis is renowned for its friendly and welcoming staff, and its location, just across from the Moulin Rouge, makes an ideal place to catch a bite before a show. You can sample some local dishes or have something lighter, like a pre-cabaret sandwich or …

Boutique yam'Tcha

Boutique yam'Tcha

A favourite among local foodies, Yam'Tcha's head Chef Adeline Grattard creates dishes that mix French tradition with an Asian flair, resulting in combinations like scallops with peppers and black soya. In keeping with the mixed feeling of the place, for refreshments, you can choose from a variety of Asian teas or French …

La Maison de Verlaine

La Maison de Verlaine

La Maison de Verlaine is located in the Latin Quarter and is one of the best deals around. A traditional French 3-course meal can be as little as €20. The waiters are very attentive, funny, and are more than willing to guide you through the menu. The duck salad and homemade chocolate mousse come …