Le Ciel de Paris (Tour Montparnasse — rue de l’Arrivée, Montparnasse, Paris) (Metro: Montparnasse Bienvenüe) – you need just 38 seconds in the elevator to reach the top of Tour Montparnasse and discover the new timeless design décor of this restaurant (made by Noé Duchaufour-Lawrence, and inspired by Paris Grand Ecran). The restaurant is set […]
Le Chateaubriand (129 Avenue Parmentier, Paris) (Metro: Goncourt) – this restaurant, manned by Basque chef Iñaki Aizpitarte, has been getting positive reviews in various circles – from American TV chef Anthony Bourdain to finding itself on San Pellegrino’s 50 Best restaurant list. A recommended dish here is the artichoke-centric Carré d’Agneau, as well as the […]
Le Bambou (70 rue Baudricourt, Paris) (Metro: Tolbiac, Olympiades) – given the years that France colonized Vietnam, it’s no surprise that at least a few Parisian restaurants would serve Vietnamese cuisine. This modestly-priced restaurant has a solid following, so seating can sometimes be difficult to get. A variety of dishes are offered here, often with […]
La Closerie des Lilas (171 Boulevard de Montparnasse, Paris)(Metro: Vavin, RER: Port Royal) – patrons pick this restaurant for its location away from the typical Parisian sidewalk cafes. It’s ideal for dining during the warmer months, and it is something of a literary landmark (having hosted the likes of Ernest Hemingway or Apollinaire). Given that […]
L’as du Fallafel (34 rue des Rosiers, Paris) (Metro: St-Paul) – in a city with a heavy North African presence, tourists come here to try out what’s reputed to be the best-tasting falafel sandwich in Paris (which explains the often-long lines here). Patrons also sample the lamb shawarma and curry chicken. What’s not in abundance […]
Georges (Pl. Georges-Pompidou, Beaubourg/Les Halles, Paris)(Metro: Rambuteau) – this trendy fusion-cuisine (French & Asian) restaurant is favored by its patrons not so much for its food, but for its location. Located on the top floor of the Pompidou, its large windows offer great views of Paris (especially at night). In addition, its space-age décor has […]
Gabriela (3 rue Milton, Paris) (Metro: Notre-Dame-de-Lorette) – this is a Brazilian eatery which is more popular for its drinks (like capirinha) than its food. Nevertheless, patrons will likely sample the camarão alho e oleo (shrimps sautéed with garlic, peixe frito com acai (fresh fish served with açai – sweet Amazon berries, mixed with cassava […]
Favela Chic (18 rue du Faubourg du Temple, Paris) (Metro: République) – as the name implies, this is a Brazilian restaurant with food items expected from there, such as feijoada (black bean stew) to moqueça (another stewy dish) and pão de queijo (cheese bread). Of course, its patrons range from Brazilian expats to locals wanting […]
Chez Jeannette (47 Rue du Faubourg St.-Denis, Paris) — given that it serves typical brasserie menu items, Chez Jeannette’s popularity is better-explained by its lively social bar scene, with group party dinners often held there. A recommended dish here is the grilled veal with gnocci au gratin.
Chartier (7 rue du Faubourg Montmartre, Paris)(Metro: Grands Boulevards, Bonne Nouvelle) — located near the Grands Boulevards district, this historic restaurant (originally opening as “Le Bouillon Chartier” in 1896) has large mirrors, wooden panelling, and a mezzanine level that allows a wide view of the entire dining room. These days, Chartier is known for its […]