As Valentine's Day approaches, Paris transforms into more than just a city — it becomes the City of Love. The capital draws in romantics searching for the perfect iconic setting to share a heartfelt "I love you," making the days surrounding February 14th feel especially warm and dreamy.
One of the top ideas for celebrating Valentine's Day is undoubtedly a romantic candlelit dinner at a fine dining restaurant. Good news for lovers in the city: many establishments in Paris go above and beyond to create a memorable experience for couples, who can enjoy an ambiance perfect for a romantic comedy.
From culinary destinations and special menus to one-of-a-kind experiences, discover these exceptional restaurants promising a Valentine’s Day 2027 in Paris that’s as indulgent as it is refined. All you have to do is choose from this selection and plan a delightful February 14 filled with delicious food.
Surely, you'll love celebrating Valentine's Day Parisian style. Just a heads-up: be sure to book your romantic spot in advance, as these hotspots tend to fill up quickly as February 14th approaches!
Cabaret Baila: A Festive Restaurant in Paris
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Paillettes Paris: the lively restaurant that blends fine dining with celebration in the heart of Paris
Sponsored - 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. [Read more]
The Essential Dining Spots in Paris: Fitz Group's Top Restaurants
Sponsored - Fitz Group invites you to enjoy unforgettable moments at each of its Parisian venues. These locations boast distinctive personalities, inventive cuisine, and a keen focus on ambiance and detail.
Electrifying atmospheres and stunning decor define each spot, embodying Fitz Group’s signature style: trendy, glamorous, creative, and lively — blending chic sophistication with a relaxed, fun vibe. [Read more]
L'Ermitage Saint-Antoine, Barbizon's creative dining destination (77)
The L'Ermitage Saint-Antoine restaurant, in Barbizon in Seine-et-Marne, fuses a creative fine-dining experience with a more approachable bistro, both envisioned by chef Cyrine Jarretie. A wonderful discovery to seek out if you're venturing into this charming artist village. [Read more]
Restaurant Cléo: Gastronomic cuisine in the heart of Paris's 7th arrondissement.
Sponsored - 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. [Read more]
The Madame Rêve Hotel entrusts its new restaurant to Michelin-starred chef Tom Meyer.
Madame Rêve's hotel restaurant opens a new chapter with the arrival of chef Tom Meyer. The MOF, who also oversees La Chèvre d’Or in Èze, unveils a new menu that blends French classics with more personal creations, in the heart of the former Poste du Louvre. [Read more]
Neighborhood restaurant: Ter. serves up brunch and dinner.
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Ter offers dinner service from Tuesday to Saturday, with brunch options available on both Saturday and Sunday. Visit the first Mayo Egg Bar in Paris, located in the 11th arrondissement. [Read more]
The Grand Véfour restaurant at the Palais-Royal is making a comeback with chef Bruno Doucet.
Le Grand Véfour, the legendary restaurant at the Palais-Royal in Paris, opens a new chapter in 2026 with chef Bruno Doucet in the kitchen, a refreshed interior, and a spacious terrace beneath the garden’s arcades. [Read more]
Cyril Lignac takes the helm at Paris' Lucas Carton restaurant
Cyril Lignac takes the helm at Lucas Carton, the historic dining room on Place de la Madeleine in Paris, and unveils a hearty French menu for the reopening of this Art Nouveau–decorated house, on September 25, 2026. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Spanish culinary excellence takes center stage in Paris thanks to these 19 addresses.
Sponsored - ICEX Spain Trade & Investment, through its Foods & Wines from Spain platform, showcases the excellence and authenticity of Spanish gastronomy on the international stage by labeling establishments (restaurants and fine foods shops / wine merchants) that meet strict quality criteria. An essential reference for discovering Spanish culinary heritage, thanks to rigorously selected addresses. Discover these 19 venues dedicated to highlighting Spanish gastronomy. [Read more]
Ruche: the Michelin-starred, nature-inspired gourmet restaurant at Domaine Les Bruyères in Yvelines
The Yvelines offer themselves a prestige setting with the consecration of a truly committed dining room. Nestled beside its kitchen garden, Ruche, a newly starred address, invites gourmets to a total immersion in haute gastronomy governed by the rhythm of nature. An exceptional eco-friendly restaurant, perfect for a getaway on the outskirts of the capital and for savoring meticulously crafted plates from seed to fork. [Read more]
Hollywood Savoy: a festive restaurant with elegant dining near La Bourse in Paris
In the heart of the Bourse district, Hollywood Savoy fuses a spectacular setting, convivial sharing-style cuisine and a festive atmosphere at a Parisian spot now run by Fitz Group. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
We sampled the Salons du Prince, Shangri-La's new restaurant inspired by the Belle Époque.
The Shangri-La Paris has unveiled Les Salons du Prince, an intimate restaurant tucked away within its historic salons on Avenue d'Iéna, listed as Monuments Historiques. With its elegant Belle Époque décor and a menu that balances timeless classics with rare, exceptional ingredients, we checked it out—and here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
Leriche, a gourmet Caribbean restaurant specializing in authentic cuisine and traditional smoking techniques, located near the Arc de Triomphe
Just a stone’s throw from the Arc de Triomphe, the Caribbean restaurant Leriche showcases the vibrant flavors of the Antilles in a sophisticated gourmet setting—an uncommon find in Paris. Led by Chef Jean-Rony Leriche, this establishment offers a rich and refined journey into a culinary heritage that remains underappreciated in the capital. All aboard—your flavorful adventure starts now! [Read more]
UNI Paris, the upscale Japanese restaurant by chef Akmal Anuar nestled in the Golden Triangle
In the upscale Golden Triangle of Paris, UNI Paris offers a refined ambiance paired with daring Japanese cuisine. Led by Singaporean chef Akmal Anuar, the menu showcases a seamless blend of exceptional ingredients and inventive flair, all served with sophisticated style. [Read more]
The Camélia: a charming restaurant in the Yvelines, blending local flavors with culinary innovation
In the Yvelines town of Bougival, the restaurant Le Camélia is experiencing a fresh new chapter under the guidance of chef Adrien Bernard-Brunet. Focused on seasonal ingredients, local sourcing, and a meaningful tradition of mentorship, we set out to explore this charming bistronomic spot that boasts plenty of qualities. [Read more]
Les Confidences, the discreet gourmet restaurant at the San Régis Hotel
In the Golden Triangle, Les Confidences restaurant prides itself on its understated elegance. Tucked away inside the San Regis Hotel, this intimate gastronomic spot blends classic French cuisine with sophisticated, yet unpretentious, style. [Read more]
Maison Ruggieri at Palais Royal, the new fine dining restaurant from chef Martino Ruggieri
Chef Martino Ruggieri, renowned Italian culinary master, opens his new restaurant, Maison Ruggieri Palais Royal, just steps from the Comédie-Française at the heart of the Palais-Royal. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Les Jardins du Presbourg, an upscale restaurant just steps from the Arc de Triomphe
At the foot of the Arc de Triomphe, Les Jardins du Presbourg offers a delightful dining experience in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. This restaurant, crafted by architect and designer Martin Brudnizki, features a hearty menu that blends classic French cuisine with Mediterranean influences, all set within a lush, enchanting botanical setting. [Read more]
Discover Gangnam: Paris’s New Korean Jewel
Sponsored - An suspended interlude between Paris and Seoul, where time slows to a halt for the duration of a dinner. Nestled in the heart of Paris, our restaurant invites you to discover Korea’s distinctive flavors and culinary traditions in a warm, welcoming setting. [Read more]
Prunier, the world's oldest caviar restaurant, with its legendary listed Art Deco façade
Inaugurated in 1924, the Parisian caviar restaurant Prunier, with its sublime Art Deco listed decor, has been restored to its former glory by Benjamin Patou. [Read more]
Sphère, the beautiful gourmet restaurant on rue de la Boétie, Paris 8th arrondissement
Sphère is the name of a chic, spacious restaurant on rue de la Boétie in Paris's 8th arrondissement. With its beautiful designer decor and refined cuisine by Tetsuya Yoshida, it's sure to please. [Read more]
Slow: a cosy restaurant in the 14th district offering creative gourmet cuisine!
Sponsored - Jean Michel, Emi and Louise welcome you from Tuesday to Saturday, for lunch and dinner, as well as Sunday lunchtimes, in this warm and cosy place where small dishes will delight your taste buds, in the heart of the 14th arrondissement. [Read more]
Delano Café: we tested the hidden patio restaurant with Franco-Italian cuisine Paris 8e
Just a stone's throw from the Madeleine, the Maison Delano Paris is home to the Delano Café, a discreet restaurant with a vast green patio. Chef Paolo Minelli offers French cuisine with Italian accents, in an elegant, peaceful setting. [Read more]
Restaurant Maison Blanche, the gourmet address in Blanc-Mesnil (93)
After the Michelin-starred Villa9Trois restaurant in Montreuil, a second gourmet address from the same group awaits us in Seine-Saint-Denis. We take you to Maison Blanche, the gourmet restaurant located in Blanc-Mesnil. [Read more]
L'écu de France, a gourmet restaurant in a historic setting on the banks of the Marne (94)
L'Écu de France is a gourmet French restaurant located in the heart of a former coaching inn dating from 1717, on the banks of the Marne River. A good address in the Val-de-Marne that's well worth the detour! [Read more]
Villa9Trois, chef Sylvain Grosjean's star-studded getaway in Montreuil
Succession is more than assured at the now Michelin-starred Villa9Trois in Montreuil. Following the departure of Camille Saint-M'Leux, another young chef, Sylvain Grosjean, has taken over the reins with class and mastery. [Read more]
Les Chasses, the Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay's restaurant and its beautiful hidden terrace - Yvelines
The Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay, located in Cernay-la-Ville in the Yvelines department, hides several restaurants within its walls, accessible to all. We'd like to take you on a tour of Les Chasses, an unusual French restaurant in historic manor house style, with the added bonus of a beautiful terrace to enjoy the fine weather. [Read more]
De Vie, the fabulous cocktail bar x gourmet restaurant from Little Red Door's ex-mixologists
The mixologists behind Little Red Door are at it again with De Vie; not really a cocktail bar, nor just a gourmet restaurant... An absolutely stunning multi-faceted address. [Read more]
Hakuba, the Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant at Cheval Blanc Paris
Discover Hakuba, the Japanese restaurant nestled in the heart of the prestigious Cheval Blanc Paris. The restaurant offers a unique immersion in the art of Japanese gastronomy, with Omakase menus carefully orchestrated by sushi master Takuya Watanabe, in collaboration with sauce master Arnaud Donckele and pastry chef Maxime Frédéric. A delicate experience that echoes Japanese tradition and the quest for authenticity. [Read more]
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