Unusual restaurant guide

Gatsby Nights at the Ritz Paris: New 2026 Dinner-and-Show Dates

The Gatsby evenings at the Ritz Paris revive the Roaring Twenties in the Salon Vendôme, with live jazz, dancers and a menu by Chef Jérôme Legras. The dinner-show returns on Thursdays September 17, October 22, November 19 and December 17, 2026. We tried it, and here’s what we thought.

Sacré Frenchy: a festive neo-French brasserie in the heart of Paris

In the heart of the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, between the Marais, Montorgueil and Châtelet, Le Sacré Frenchy is a timeless yet trendy neo-brasserie: a living space designed by Jean-Eudes Bernard and brought to life with Stefan Petit Halgatte (the creator behind numerous landmark spots in Paris and beyond, notably within the Paris Society group—Le Piaf, Les Planches, Raspoutine…). It features house-made cuisine by Chef Karen (whose background includes Ladurée and the George V), jazz nights, piano and DJ sets from Thursday to Saturday, a family-friendly Sunday brunch, a spacious terrace, and the Salon Pompadour fully bookable for a party, birthday, or corporate event.

Cabaret Baila: A Festive Restaurant in Paris

Cabaret Parisian, a festive restaurant, a secret address in Pigalle and French gastronomy… Cabaret Baila Restaurant opens its doors at 2 Rue Frochot, in a setting rich with history where art, live music, cuisine and heritage mingle.

Restaurant Cléo: Gastronomic cuisine in the heart of Paris's 7th arrondissement.

With the new season underway, discover Cléo, the gourmet restaurant in Paris’s 7th arrondissement: seasonal cuisine from Chef Alexandre Semperé, tasting menus, a tree-lined terrace, and a cocktail bar near the Invalides.

Azimut: the immersive restaurant where you can dine face-to-face with Arctic wolves at Thoiry Safari Park

Thoiry Safari Park unveils Azimut, its wild and gourmet restaurant, to the public every evening for dinner. As the park shuts its gates, guests settle in to savour refined, seasonal cuisine, with a panoramic, privileged view of the Arctic wolf pack.

Pavillon Henri IV: the gourmet, panoramic restaurant in the heart of Saint-Germain-en-Laye.

Built in the 16th century atop the ruins of the Château-Neuf, the Pavillon Henri IV is a legendary hotel-restaurant tucked away in Saint-Germain-en-Laye. An exceptional address on the doorstep of Paris, it hides a royal history and generous, gastronomic cuisine, with an incredible view over the Seine Valley.

Mégie, the new botanical canteen, shop and floral workshop along Paris’s riverfront.

A botanical cantine, a floral boutique and a floral-art workshop share space at Mégie, the new address opened in 2026 on the Quai de la Mégisserie, in Paris’s 1st arrondissement. We were there, here’s what it’s like.

Restaurant Double Impact: the Parisian hotspot where the menu is reinvented with the seasons.

Double Impact: Paris’s first dining room from chef Etienne Dupuy and Mickael Robinault, blending Breton roots, travel memories and heartfelt cooking, in the heart of Paris’s 9th arrondissement. The restaurant unveils an experience conceived as a culinary narrative, with a single menu that evolves regularly with the seasons, the producers and the inspirations of the moment. A venue that fuses signature cuisine, live ingredients, indulgent chapters and meticulous pairings in a constantly evolving approach. Discover Chapter 1: The Odyssey.

6.90, the budget-friendly restaurant with a bill under €10 sets up shop in Paris for good

Eating well for almost nothing is the bet of the restaurant 6.90, which is setting up shop in Paris for good from October 2026. Expect lunch for €10.

This tucked-away Armenian eatery is one of Paris's best-kept secrets.

Invisible from the street, you have to know it exists to even stand a chance of finding it. Hidden on the first floor of the Armenian Cultural Center, this family-run cantine has, for years, cultivated a simple, generous, and deeply authentic cuisine. More than a restaurant, it is an immersion in Armenian hospitality, driven by a couple as passionate as they are charming.

Moulin Créole: A Creole restaurant in Paris's 14th arrondissement

Moulin Créole is a new air‑conditioned Creole restaurant in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, serving authentic and flavorful dishes inspired by the Antilles and Réunion. Open seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. with continuous service, the venue also offers a Happy Hour, a Creole brunch every Sunday, and festive evenings with music and dancing on Friday and Saturday nights.

Paillettes Paris: the lively restaurant that blends fine dining with celebration in the heart of Paris

A festive restaurant in the heart of Paris, where you can savor tasty French cuisine and groove to live music: welcome to Paillettes Paris, the sensory experience to be enjoyed at 14 Rue Saint-Fiacre.

Jazz dinner-concert at Bagatelle: we checked out Melville hors les murs 2026

The Melville jazz dinner-concert is taking over Bagatelle Park (16th arrondissement) until July 29, 2026, blending gastronomy with live outdoor music. We checked out an unusually relocated evening at Villa Windsor, and here’s what we thought.

BEAU, the chic Dubai-born fast-food brand, opens in Paris with stylish burgers and caviar-topped nuggets

At 18 rue Marbeuf, the snack sets up shop in the Golden Triangle. BEAU, a brand that arrived from Dubai, lands in Paris with meticulously crafted burgers, Chicken Nuggets Caviar, and sleek décor. Here, fast food preserves its guilty pleasure but adds a touch of chic.

La table des Bernardins, the unusual café-restaurant nestled in the nave of the Collège des Bernardins

La Table des Bernardins, located in the emblematic Collège des Bernardins in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, is the ideal spot for a meal or a break in an atypical, historic setting. Open Monday to Friday from 10am to 6pm, this restaurant-café offers a varied cuisine, ideal for a relaxing lunch or a passing snack.

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.

Currently, a stunning vegan restaurant that masterfully reimagines classic bistro dishes with flair and deliciousness

Following the success of their vegan concept store Aujourd'hui Demain, Cheyma Bourguiba and Raphaël Francisco are launching Présent, a plant-based bistro, also located in the 11th arrondissement. This new spot boldly reimagines traditional meat dishes in a fully plant-based format... and the results are truly impressive!

Mitao, the hidden gem of SoPi where homemade ravioli and sweet treats steal hearts

In the lively South Pigalle neighborhood, Mitao delights fans of homemade Asian cuisine and comforting desserts in a cozy setting that feels like a gourmet eatery blended with a poetic tea room. A must-visit spot you shouldn't miss!

Whimsical: The fun house of board games with homemade dishes and rustic decor

At Loufoque in the 9th arrondissement, it's not just about having a drink: it's about diving into an enormous collection of 900 board games. Whether you're into quizzes, adventures, or strategy, you'll also find cocktails and homemade dishes. Prepare for an evening filled with laughter and treats.

Katsu Katsu: The New Japanese Eatery Specializing in Crispy Breading in Paris 2nd District

Katsu Katsu is the latest Japanese spot opening its doors in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, bringing a dedicated focus on authentic Japanese breading. This unique eatery celebrates tonkatsu and its crispy variations, from pork and shrimp to mushrooms and potato croquettes. We went to try it out and here's what we thought.