Paris Restaurant Guide
A curated collection of French dining experiences
Chez Georges
1 Rue du Mail, 75002 Paris
A long menu of bistro classics in an old-timey space with wood paneling & mirrors. One of the most exceptional, authentic French dining experiences in Paris.
- Rating: 4.6/5 (737 reviews)
- Price: $$$
- Phone: 01 42 60 07 11
- Hours: Mon-Fri 12:00-2:00 PM, 7:00-10:30 PM (Closed Sat-Sun)
Brasserie Lipp
151 Bd Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris
French classics, plus signature dishes like sauerkraut with pork, amid mirrors & decorative tiles. A Saint-Germain institution open daily until 1 AM.
- Rating: 4.2/5 (7,459 reviews)
- Price: $$$
- Phone: 01 45 48 53 91
- Hours: Daily 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Arpège
84 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris
Sophisticated fine dining with vegetables from the restaurant's own kitchen gardens. Chef Alain Passard's celebrated vegetable-forward haute cuisine.
- Rating: 4.6/5 (2,367 reviews)
- Price: $$$$
- Phone: 01 47 05 09 06
- Hours: Mon-Fri 12:00-2:30 PM, 7:30-10:30 PM (Closed Sat-Sun)
Lapérouse
51 Quai des Grands Augustins, 75006 Paris
Quayside landmark established in 1766, renowned for upscale gastronomy in richly decorated lounges. Historic Seine-side dining with private salons.
- Rating: 4.4/5 (2,044 reviews)
- Price: $$$$
- Phone: 01 43 26 68 04
- Hours: Daily 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Bofinger
5-7 Rue de la Bastille, 75004 Paris
Alsatian specialties like sauerkraut, plus seafood platters, in a lavish Belle Époque brasserie. Stunning art nouveau dome and mosaics.
- Rating: 4.4/5 (14,720 reviews)
- Price: $$
- Phone: 01 42 72 87 82
- Hours: Daily 12:00-3:00 PM, 6:30-11:30 PM
La Brasserie de l'Isle Saint-Louis
55 Quai de Bourbon, 75004 Paris
A personal favorite for 20 years. Classic brasserie fare on the Île Saint-Louis with Seine views.
- Rating: 3.2/5 (947 reviews)
- Price: $$
- Phone: 01 43 54 02 59
- Hours: Mon-Tue, Thu-Sun 12:00-10:30 PM (Closed Wed)