Paris Restaurant Favorites

Michelin recommendations

• Plenitude (***): Possibly the best restaurant in the world right now. Chef Arnaud Donckele curates a multi-course tasting menu with sauce as its centerpiece.

• Le George (*): Found at the Four Seasons George V, and honestly, a little bit slept on for being an Italian/Mediterranean-leaning restaurant in Paris. Relatively affordable entry point into higher-end Parisian fine dining, as you can order à la carte.

• Septime (*): Creative, casual, and full of interesting flavors. Tables can be tough, so utilize your hotel concierge for this one!

Just good food

• Margaux: Probably my favorite French bistro in Paris.

• Frenchie Bar á Vins: Lovely wine bar by the team at Frenchie Rue de Nil. No reservations, so arrive right at opening to get seated right away and order the maple bacon scones.

• Le Relais de l’Entrecote: They only serve steak frites—what's not to like? Arrive at 11:50 a.m. for a lunch table, as the lines are long for dinner service.

• Lapérouse: Chic, sexy, and you’re going to want to opt for one of the private dining rooms if it’s available.

• Ralph’s Paris: It’s Polo Bar, but it’s in France. And maybe better? Also, a gorgeous outdoor garden when the weather is nice.

• Cafe de la Paix: Is it a “tourist trap”? Maybe. But if it is, it’s because it’s a tad expensive, not because the food is bad or the vibes aren’t stellar.

• Pierre Sang Oberkampf: A creative, affordable tasting menu where everybody has a view of the kitchen. Part of the charm is the unknown menu and guessing the ingredients of each dish.

• Melt Oberkampf: For when you need surprisingly good BBQ in the heart of Paris

Bars

• Harry’s New York Bar: A New York bar brought to Paris in the 20s. Originator of many classic cocktails like the French 75.

• Bubblebliss: Left Bank champagne bar with a great selection.

• L’Ours Bar: Lovely small cocktail bar.

• The Great Canadian Pub: A kind of charming, English-speaking Canadian Pub on the banks of the Seine.