Joel Robuchon
In a country so famous for its agricultural traditions, it’s hard to go wrong when dining out in Paris. Whether you’re looking for a special romantic restaurant in Paris or just a snack while walking through the city, these top picks are worth a visit:
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L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon
Address: 5, Rue de Montalembert, Paris, 75007, France
Metro: Rue du Bac
Phone: +33 01 42 22 56 56
Adorned with Michelin stars, this famous restaurant in Paris is one of the best places to eat in the city. L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon offers a more casual environment than many of Paris’ other top restaurants, and guests can sit at the bar and order from an a la carte menu. If you want a more formal environment, try its sister restaurant, La Table de Joel Robuchon.
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Le Timbre
Address: 3, Rue Sainte-Beuve, 75006 Paris, France
Metro: Vavin, Notre-Dame-des-Champs
Phone: +33 01 45 49 10 40
Run by a British chef, Le Timbre is nonetheless a classic French restaurant in the heart of the 6th arrondissement. The tiny dining room gets packed nightly, so make sure to book well in advance if you want to try the excellent cuisine.
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Le Dome du Marais
Address: 53 bis, Rue des Francs-Bourgeois, Paris, 75004, France
Metro: Hotel de Ville
Tel: +33 01 42 74 54 17
In the heart of the 4th arrondissement, Le Dome du Marais is an excellent choice for those wanting to try modern French cuisine in a historic atmosphere. The dining room of the restaurant is in the former Monte-de-Piete, and patrons can enjoy the beautiful domed ceiling. Reasonably priced and very romantic, Le Dome du Marais is a great place for those wanting to enjoy a special evening without breaking the bank.
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Le Refuge des Fondues
Address: 17, rue des Trois Freres, Paris 75018, France
Metro: Abbesses
Tel: +33 01 42 55 22 65
The quirky restaurant Le Refuge des Fondues is located in the heart of Paris’ famous Montmartre neighborhood. Near the bottom of the hill leading up to the Sacre Coeur, the restaurant is home to great fondue and wine that is served in baby bottles.
The atmosphere is lively and the crowd is young. Get there early if you don’t want to wait for a table.
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Panini, Crepes, and Falafel
If you’re on a budget or don’t like long meals, there are plenty of options for great, inexpensive food in Paris.
Here are some of my favorites:
– Go for a panini from a street vendor on Boulevard St. Germain and eat in the Jardin du Luxembourg
– Get crepes on Rue Mouffetard before or after a night out in the Latin Quarter
– Buy falafel from L’As du Falafel in the Marais and picnic in the Place des Vosges
– Get gelato from one of the shops on the Ile Saint-Louis and enjoy it while admiring the views of the Notre Dame
For information on tipping in France, see the France Tipping Guide, and for more ideas for where to eat in Paris, check out the Paris Restaurant Map.