Paris Restaurants
Curated by Fred
Six legendary Parisian dining destinations — from Belle Époque brasseries to Michelin-starred temples of gastronomy.
Arpège
84 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris
Alain Passard's three-Michelin-starred sanctuary of vegetable-forward haute cuisine. Known for transforming seasonal produce from the restaurant's own kitchen gardens into transcendent works of art.
⭐ 4.6 · 2,373 reviews · $$$$
Bofinger
5-7 Rue de la Bastille, 75004 Paris
The oldest brasserie in Paris, serving Alsatian specialties under a stunning Art Nouveau glass dome since 1864. Impeccable choucroute, seafood platters, and Belle Époque atmosphere.
⭐ 4.4 · 14,862 reviews · $$
Brasserie Lipp
151 Boulevard Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris
A Left Bank institution since 1880, Brasserie Lipp has hosted everyone from Hemingway to Mitterrand. Art Deco interior, smartly-dressed waiters, and classic Alsatian fare.
⭐ 4.2 · 7,490 reviews · $$$
Chez Georges
1 Rue du Mail, 75002 Paris
A beloved neighborhood bistro near the Bourse, serving robust French classics in a setting frozen in time. Handwritten menus, old-school service, and hearty dishes like terrine de campagne and coq au vin.
⭐ 4.6 · 739 reviews · $$$
La Brasserie de l'Isle Saint-Louis
55 Quai de Bourbon, 75004 Paris
Perched on the quieter quai of Île Saint-Louis, this charming brasserie offers classic Alsatian fare with riverside views. Perfect for a leisurely lunch or dinner after exploring the island's cobbled streets.
⭐ 3.2 · 957 reviews · $$
Lapérouse
51 Quai des Grands Augustins, 75006 Paris
A Seine-side legend dating to 1766, famous for its private dining salons — once the discreet rendezvous of Parisian high society. Today it offers refined French cuisine in an atmosphere steeped in history and romance.
⭐ 4.4 · 2,049 reviews · $$$$
