Our trendy restaurants for chic, typically Parisian evenings

Paris is bursting with iconic and innovative restaurants, from historic bistros to modern venues, perfect for a gourmet night out or a stylish lunch. Here are 10 addresses carefully selected for their decor, cuisine and personality.

César: the refined bistro in the 8th arrondissement

Under the leadership of Mehdi César, this modern bistro blends personal inspiration with French tradition. The setting is sober but elegant, with attentive service and a menu that gives pride of place to revisited local dishes. Special mention goes to the perfectly seasoned tartare and homemade desserts.

📍César Paris, 12 Av. de Wagram, 75008 Paris

La Fondation: the new table on 17

This new hotel-restaurant in the 17th arrondissement combines contemporary aesthetics, well-being and gastronomy. Come for a luminous lunch in a refined setting, or a more hushed dinner after a visit to the spa. The rooftop adds a spectacular touch in fine weather.

📍La Fondation, 40 Rue Legendre, 75017 Paris

Caviar Kaspia: an unchanging Parisian landmark

Since 1927, Caviar Kaspia has embodied luxury à la française. Located on the Place de la Madeleine, the institution is renowned for its precious recipes (notably potato with caviar) and its hushed atmosphere. A discreet social gathering, appreciated by insiders and celebrities alike.

📍Caviar Kaspia, 17 Pl. de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris

Corail Restaurant: arty, green and vibrant opposite the Eiffel Tower

Located in the Musée d’Art Moderne in Paris, Corail breaks the mould with its bold, inventive, plant-based cuisine. This place is as much a table as it is an experience. The view of the Eiffel Tower, the dishes based on seasonal produce and the arty atmosphere make it one of the capital’s most vibrant spots this summer.

📍Corail Restaurant, Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris, 11 Av. du Président Wilson, 75116 Paris

Casa Tua: Italian softness and design

Straight from Miami, Casa Tua blends Mediterranean savoir-vivre with French-style entertaining. Weekend brunch is an institution here. Inside, light-wood furnishings, ceramics and velvet banquettes create an intimate atmosphere.

📍Casa Tua, 82 Rue de Lille, 75007 Paris

Saint James Paris – Bellefeuille: the star in the garden

In the majestic setting of a private mansion, Bellefeuille (1 Michelin star) offers an extraordinary gastronomic experience. Here, you can enjoy plant-based, poetic cuisine in a refined salon or on the terrace in the private park. A suspended moment, to be experienced at least once.

📍Bellefeuille, 5 Pl. du Chancelier Adenauer, 75116 Paris

Baronne: festive and spectacular

The latest creation from the Paris Society group, Baronne takes pride of place in a private mansion in the 8th arrondissement. With its spectacular lounges, wood-fired grills and eclectic soundtrack, the place invites you to dine with panache. Both chic and effervescent.

📍Baronne, 11 Rue Berryer, 75008 Paris

Mimosa: Riviera spirit in Paris

Mimosa, in the Hôtel de la Marine, combines French cuisine, sunny design and arty touches. You’ll enjoy a revisited mimosa egg, grilled fish, worked vegetables… All in a luminous, discreetly elegant setting, perfect for a chic yet relaxed dinner.

📍Le Mimosa, 27 Rue du Pont Neuf, 75001 Paris

Gourmet and stylish Paris

From traditional to contemporary, these ten restaurants encapsulate the diversity and vitality of Parisian cuisine. In summer, brunching at Casa Tua, dining at Bellefeuille or sharing a drink at SUR means discovering a livelier, more open and tastier Paris.

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