Restaurant pâté en croûte guide

Rouge Suffren, a top-notch meat restaurant just a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower

Near the beloved Eiffel Tower, Rouge Suffren embraces the chic Parisian brasserie vibe. A friendly, well-run address whose location and pricing are mainly geared toward a tourist clientele.

Les Bavards, Ménilmontant’s convivial gathering place

In Ménilmontant, Les Bavards leans into conviviality. A neighborhood brasserie where locals linger gladly on the large terrace for the aperitif, more than for its bistrot fare, which remains very traditional.

L'Auberge des Crus, the bistro haven with a well-stocked cellar just steps from Roland-Garros

Just a short walk from Roland-Garros, far from the loud hotspots and influencer tables, L'Auberge des Crus nurtures the art of the Parisian bistro as if upholding a long-standing family tradition. A warm house, earnest without being stuffy, where people come as much for the cellar as for generous, well-executed French cooking.

L'Orée des Sablons, the go-to bistronomic restaurant in Fontainebleau, Seine-et-Marne

From Fontainebleau in Seine-et-Marne, L'Orée des Sablons serves creative, locally sourced cuisine from chef Kevin Pernette, in a cosy setting on Rue des Sablons not far from the Château de Fontainebleau. Open since early 2025 and already listed in the Michelin Guide 2026, it’s worth digging in.

La Ferrandaise, a traditional Auvergne bistro on the edge of the Luxembourg Gardens

Located for more than 20 years just steps from the Jardin du Luxembourg, La Ferrandaise serves a terroir-focused cuisine faithful to Auvergne. A generous, no-frills restaurant that boasts a sunny terrace for warm, sunny days.

Drouant: the iconic Parisian restaurant of the Goncourt Academy near the Opéra

An institution founded in 1880 in Paris’s 2nd arrondissement, the restaurant Drouant preserves the grand French bourgeois cuisine under the stewardship of chef Romain Van Thienen. A temple of the Goncourt Prize, open daily.

Maison Baroche, David Baroche's temple of good taste—a charcuterie, a grocer and a guest table all in one.

Just a stone's throw from the Grands Boulevards, Maison Baroche blurs the lines of good eating. Part gourmet grocery, part artisanal charcuterie, and part set-menu dining room, this lively, generous and singular spot is the work of chef David Baroche and his wife Delphine, driven by an enduring passion for beautiful produce and fine flavors.

Le Mistral, the historic bistro on Pyrénées Street, blending tradition with a fresh new approach

At the top of Rue des Pyrénées, Le Mistral has stood the test of time, maintaining its soul through the decades. Blending its traditional bougnat roots with a fresh, contemporary vibe, this Parisian bistro champions warm hospitality, driven by hearty, authentic French cuisine and an ever-evolving wine cellar.

Les 110 de Taillevent, a classic French restaurant renowned for its expertly curated wine and food pairings

Nestled in the heart of the 8th arrondissement of Paris, Les 110 de Taillevent offers a remarkable experience centered on classic French cuisine paired with a selection of 110 wines by the glass. We stepped inside this renowned establishment, a signature of Taillevent hospitality.

Le Café de la Paix: The Stunning Historic Restaurant of Paris Facing the Opéra Garnier

Listed as a Historic Monument and opened in 1862, the Café de la Paix is one of Paris’s most iconic gastronomic landmarks. Located opposite the Opéra Garnier in the 9th arrondissement, it offers more affordable lunch menus, a popular Sunday brunch, and a menu crafted by chef Laurent André.

L'Auberge Bressane, bourgeois French cuisine in a traditional atmosphere

Head to the Auberge Bressane for a feast in the purest French tradition. On the menu, well-executed bourgeois cuisine, to be savored in the authentic atmosphere of a small regional inn.

Élysée House: Enjoy the 2025 Christmas Yule Log and Delicious Pâté-Croust at the Museum of Élysée Café

During the holiday season, the Élysée Palace celebrates the spirit of indulgence with its 2025 Christmas log in individual portions, crafted by Fabrice Desvignes. The festive menu is complete with a revisited Christmas Pâté-Croûte, created by Cédric Chabaudie, winner of the Confrérie du Pâté-Croûte Award. These gourmet treats are exclusively available at the Café of the Élysée Palace — a unique venue that combines museum, café, and boutique, located right across from the Élysée Palace.

Les Tontons de Neuilly, the elegant bistronomic restaurant in Hauts-de-Seine

Les Tontons de Neuilly is located on Place Parmentier in Neuilly-sur-Seine in the Hauts-de-Seine department. This bistronomic restaurant, created by Alexandre Baizet, Gérard Castellani, and chef Rachid Djillali, offers generous French cuisine in a refined Art Deco setting, with a beautiful spacious dining room and a lovely terrace for sunny days.

Le Bon Bock, a Montmartre institution combining period decor and French cuisine

Le Bon Bock is enjoying a new lease of life under the impetus of Benjamin Moréel and Christophe Préchez. This Butte Montmartre institution aims to (re)attract both tourists and locals with its traditional French cuisine, delightfully old-fashioned decor and piano bar hidden away in the back room.

La Véranda, the brasserie-restaurant of the Trianon Palace in its green setting at Versailles

At the Waldorf Astoria Versailles -Trianon Palace, on the edge of the Château de Versailles park in the Yvelines department, we're off to discover La Véranda, the chic, light-filled brasserie that is one of the hotel's two restaurants. Accessible to all, this restaurant on the right wing offers a bistronomic menu orchestrated by Chef Frédéric Larquemin, we tell you all about it.

Chez Suzy: a refined, affordable restaurant in the heart of Hôtel Regina

In the splendid setting of the Hotel Regina, a newcomer has arrived: welcome to Chez Suzy, a restaurant offering French cuisine that's both modern and traditional. On the menu you'll find classic French cuisine, revisited in a sophisticated way by the chef, to be enjoyed in a warm Victorian salon.

La Riotte, a lively French bistro and fine vintages in the cellar

Opened by Caves Carrière, La Riotte is a lively French bistro that inevitably revolves around the cellar's fine vintages.

Colère, the second (top!) restaurant of social networking star chef Eloi Spinnler

Chef Eloi Spinnler, star of the social networks, has finally opened his second restaurant in Paris. Named Colère, it follows on from his first address, Orgueil, and proves to be terribly naughty.

P'tit bon: the friendly and delicious modern French bistro in Paris's 9th arrondissement

A short menu, fresh seasonal produce, impeccably prepared plates and a warm welcome: this is the recipe for P'tit bon, a modern French bistro in Paris's 9th arrondissement that deserves to be better known!

Benoit Paris, Alain Ducasse's Michelin-starred bistro at Les Halles

A landmark for bon vivants since 1912 in the 1st arrondissement, Alain Ducasse's Michelin-starred Benoit Paris restaurant plunges us into the Paris of yesteryear with delight.