These 5 restaurants in the 11th arrondissement are the talk of Paris

The 11th arrondissement is overflowing with addresses. But some restaurants really stand out from the crowd. Here are the ones you absolutely must try.

Magma: the raw energy of a free kitchen

Magma has established itself as a priceless address in the 11ᵉ arrondissement of Paris. Between the elegance of French gastronomy and Japanese rigor, this table appeals to lovers of culinary experiences off the beaten track, in an intimate atmosphere.
Each dish tells a story. Recent creations include diver’s abalone with pig’s ear and chanterelle mushrooms, or line-caught pike-perch with chanterelle mushrooms and venison consommé. Magma’s cuisine is resolutely anti-waste, with each ingredient optimized to reveal all its flavors.

Dessert? Certainly the most accomplished we’ve tasted in recent times. It expressed all the nobility of Japan.
Magma | Chef Ryuya Ono, 9 Rue Jean-Pierre Timbaud, 75011 Paris

Machizo: Nippon’s shadowy luminous plates

Machizo, located in the heart of Paris’s 11ᵉ arrondissement, is a place where culinary art meets creativity. With his Asian influences gracefully blended with French cuisine, Chef Taka invites you on an unforgettable sensory journey.
The restaurant offers three evening tasting menus: a 7-course menu at €85, a 5-course menu at €75, and a 4-course menu at €68. These options allow diners to explore the poetic world of the chef, who works exclusively with fresh, local and seasonal produce. His respect for ingredients extends to exemplary management of the entire product. For example, in his pear dessert, he uses everything: the fruit is poached and the peelings are reinvested to create a sorbet.


Machizo, 35 Rue Saint-Sébastien, 75011 Paris

Streetcar 130B: a surprise with Asian accents

With its air of a neighborhood café, Tram 130B blurs the lines. Yet the menu evokes anything but routine. Pho, egg rolls, bao… but in a revisited version. Vietnamese and Thai influences are present, but never static. The homemade cocktails are well worth the detour. A joyful atmosphere, ideal for friends. The price is low, despite the refinement of the dishes.
TRÂM 130, 130 Rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris

Erso: natural cooking, straightforward flavours

At Erso, everything is designed for natural immersion. Light wood, soft lighting, controlled silence. Dishes are seasonal, plant-based and precise. No superfluous sauces. Every ingredient has its place. The plate is beautiful, but never pretentious. The chef’s work is transparent, with no tricks up his sleeve. You’ll leave light on your feet, but full of satisfaction.
Erso Restaurant, 18 Rue Saint-Ambroise, 75011 Paris

Amalia: Paris – Lisbon non-stop

Amalia is Portugal without the folklore. Here, cod marries with finesse. Octopus is slowly browned. The Portuguese flavors settle in just right, without overload. The wine follows, well recommended. The welcome remains warm, even during rush hour. We come back for this mastered simplicity. And for the impression of having traveled in one dinner.
AMÂLIA Restaurant, 32 Rue de la Fontaine au Roi, 75011 Paris

Looking for a taste of the real 11th?

The 11th district continues to reinvent itself without losing its soul. These addresses prove that taste remains a matter of precision. For more secret addresses, visit parisselectbook.com.