These must-see brasseries are the pride of Paris!
Paris is full of must-try brasseries, combining tradition, conviviality and a touch of casualness. Here’s a selection of the best places to enjoy French cuisine in a warm, authentic atmosphere.
Bistrot des Tournelles: conviviality at its best
Just a stone’s throw from the Place de la Bastille, this address offers must-try dishes such as croque-monsieur with Prince de Paris ham or truffled chicken, all in a candlelit atmosphere.
6 rue des Tournelles, 75004. 01 57 40 99 96.
Chez Georges: old-world charm
Located on rue du Mail, Chez Georges has been seducing customers with its retro ambience for over 60 years. On red leather banquettes, regulars enjoy classics such as oeufs-mayo, sole meunière and profiteroles.
1 rue du Mail, 75002. 01 42 60 07 11.
Bofinger: Alsace in the heart of Paris
Since 1864, Bofinger has enchanted with Alsatian specialties such as sauerkraut and sumptuous seafood platters. The Art Nouveau décor, with a spectacular cupola, completes the experience.
5 rue de la Bastille, 75004. 01 42 72 87 82.
À l’Épi d’Or: rustic elegance
This Halles institution, reinvented by Élodie and Jean-François Piège, offers comforting recipes such as pâté en croûte and cod with squash. The perfect place for a traditional meal.
25 rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau, 75001. 01 42 36 38 12.
Chez l’Ami Louis: authenticity at the service of local produce
Known for its discreet ambience and generous dishes, this address honors classics such as Landes foie gras and duck confit. Taken over by LVMH, it remains a benchmark.
32 rue du Vertbois, 75003. 01 48 87 77 48.
The Voltaire: a prized institution
Facing the Seine, Le Voltaire attracts lovers of fashion and gastronomy. Must-try dishes? Escargots, boeuf bourguignon and sole meunière, served in elegant surroundings.
27 quai Voltaire, 75007. 01 42 61 17 49.
Lipp: a timeless classic
On Boulevard Saint-Germain, Lipp is a cross-generational meeting place. Visitors enjoy simple but tasty dishes such as oysters, roast chicken and crème caramel.
151 boulevard Saint-Germain, 75006. 01 45 48 53 91.
Allard: Burgundian elegance
Taken over by Alain Ducasse, Allard retains its culinary identity with dishes such as sweetbreads and frogs’ legs. An authentic gastronomic experience.
41 rue Saint-André-des-Arts, 75006. 01 43 26 48 23.
L’Emil: simplicity and refinement
This brasserie in the Château Voltaire hotel offers refined recipes such as beef tartare and rigatoni with morel mushrooms, in a typically Parisian setting.
55 rue Saint-Roch, 75001. 01 53 45 91 01.
La Rôtisserie d’Argent: a tribute to the Lyonnais bouchon
Opposite the Tour d’Argent, this restaurant serves free-range chicken, foie gras and homemade desserts such as chocolate mousse.
19 quai de la Tournelle, 75005. 01 43 54 17 47.
Parcelles: a pearl of the Marais
This modern bistro offers grilled scallops or chocolate tart, accompanied by carefully selected wines.
13 rue Chapon, 75003. 01 43 37 91 64.
La Fontaine de Mars: a South-West classic
Since 1908, this brasserie has been serving traditional dishes such as cassoulet or chicken supreme with morel mushrooms, in a convivial atmosphere.
129 rue Saint-Dominique, 75007. 01 47 05 46 44.
Nonos and Comestibles: the elegance of the Crillon
This Hôtel de Crillon brasserie offers exceptional meats and revisited classics such as onion soup and grilled lobster.
6 rue Boissy d’Anglas, 75008. 01 44 71 15 17.
Aux Lyonnais: authentic flavours
In the 2nd arrondissement, this address celebrates Lyonnais cuisine with dishes such as pike quenelle and veal chuck.
32 rue Saint-Marc, 75002. 01 42 96 65 04.
Aux Crus de Bourgogne: tradition and excellence
This historic bistro features local dishes such as frog legs and poulet au vin jaune, in a Belle Époque decor.
3 rue Bachaumont, 75002. 01 42 33 48 24.
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