It’s that time of year for lovers. As Valentine’s Day 2026 approaches, romantics everywhere are stirring to find the perfect way to surprise their beloved. And since Paris has long been celebrated as the city of love, the City of Light is brimming with charming date ideas to enjoy together, creating unforgettable moments for couples. And what could be more romantic than a intimate dinner at a cozy restaurant designed for two?
From cozy, intimate spots to locations offering a breathtaking view, not to mention the classic , Valentine’s Day 2026 is the perfect occasion to explore the most romantic restaurants in the city. Looking for inspiration to surprise your special someone? Embark on a journey through these delightful addresses to celebrate February 14, 2026, in style.
Discover here a selection of romantic restaurants in Paris offering everything from a
Romantic Valentine’s Day at Domaine de la Reine Margot: Dinner and Spa Experience
The Domaine Reine Margot in Issy-les-Moulineaux is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a wellness-themed experience through their Romantic Chronicles package: a couples’ treatment, spa access, and mocktails, all available on February 14, 2026. [Read more]
Valentine's Day: this historic château in Yvelines is offering an unforgettable dinner experience
For Valentine's Day 2026, Dampierre Castle in the Yvelines is offering an exceptional gastronomic dinner on February 14th. Couples can book a romantic evening in one of the castle's wings, complete with a cozy fireplace, for €98 for two. [Read more]
Anne, the star-rated restaurant at Pavillon de la Reine, begins a new chapter under the leadership of Thibault Sombardier
Just a stone’s throw from Place des Vosges, tucked inside the Pavillon de la Reine, the Michelin-starred restaurant Anne is opening a new chapter with Chef Thibault Sombardier. The cuisine is timeless—classic yet lively, elegant without pretension. [Read more]
Valentine’s Day 2026 at the Aquarium of Paris: an extraordinary and romantic evening immersed in the oceanic world
To win the heart of your special someone and enjoy a memorable evening together this February 14, head to the Aquarium of Paris! A mermaid show and a romantic dinner await you this Valentine's Day. [Read more]
Valentine’s Day atop the Eiffel Tower in 2026: a romantic experience with breathtaking views
In February 2026, the Eiffel Tower will mark Valentine’s Day with a series of special events: enchanting decorations, gourmet dining options, the signature cocktail "La Vie en Rose," and a Candlelight concert by candlelight on February 14th. The celebrations will run from February 5th to 15th. [Read more]
Valentine’s Day 2026: An exquisite wine tasting menu in a hidden gem at the heart of the Hôtel de la Marine in Paris
Would you like to enjoy an intimate dinner or lunch with your loved one inside a historic monument in Paris? For Valentine’s Day, the Hôtel de la Marine offers a secret spot where you can indulge in a wine-paired menu on February 13 and 14, 2026. [Read more]
Valentine’s Day 2026: Romantic evening and intimate dinner in the cellars of the M. Wine Museum
On February 14, 2026, the M. Wine Museum is hosting a special evening for lovers — of wine. The night will feature a stroll through the historic 16th-century vaulted cellars, culminating in an intimate gourmet dinner for a truly romantic Valentine's Day celebration! [Read more]
L'Hôtel Particulier Montmartre, the restaurant with confidential bucolic terrace
Looking for serenity, calm and greenery in the heart of Paris? Discover the restaurant and hidden garden terraces of the Hôtel Particulier Montmartre, a bucolic and confidential setting in the heart of the 18th arrondissement. A former Hermès residence, this secret spot, accessible via the Rocher de la Sorcière passage, invites you to discover its lush garden, refined bistronomic cuisine and cocktail bar all summer long. Open every day, from breakfast to dinner, including brunch and cocktails. [Read more]
A gourmet and romantic cruise on the Seine aboard the Diamant Bleu (+ promo code)
Sponsored - An elegant boat, gastronomy, and breathtaking panorama, this unique experience invites you to savor refined dishes while admiring Paris's most illuminated landmarks. Enjoy 10% off your dinner cruise aboard the Diamant Bleu! (link in the article) [Read more]
Bonnie : the bar-restaurant and club perched in the SO/Paris hotel
A new spot with a perched terrace opened in Paris on September 6, 2022. Here is Bonnie, the restaurant-bar and club signed Paris Society which takes its quarters on the 15th and 16th floors of SO/Paris, the trendy hotel on the quays of the Seine in the Marais district. [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]
Ojii Paris, an elegant Japanese restaurant with an intimate atmosphere and top-flight cuisine
This confidential address bridges the gap between Paris and Tokyo. Ojii is one of our favorite restaurants, transporting us into a chic, hushed world where we can savor refined Japanese cuisine. [Read more]
Ducasse Baccarat, gourmet dining in the temple of crystal in Paris
In the heart of Paris's 16th arrondissement, Maison Baccarat enters a new era with the opening of the Alain Ducasse Baccarat restaurant, a table combining Michelin-starred cuisine and contemporary art under the glow of crystal. [Read more]
Restaurant Cellar: the neighborhood nugget for French cuisine with a Japanese accent
Addictive address! Just a stone's throw from the Cirque d'Hiver, the Cellar restaurant is a neighborhood nugget that holds big surprises in store for gourmets with the flair to stop in. Here, you'll find French gastronomy twisted with Japanese flavors in a convivial setting where good humor reigns. [Read more]
Baronne, Paris Society's exceptional restaurant, nestled in a historic townhouse
Baronne, the exceptional restaurant nestled in the Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild, combines refined cuisine with the majesty of a listed building. With its 19th-century salons, 4,000 m² garden, top-flight grills and intimate bar, the latest Parisian address from the Paris Society group continues to win over the 8th arrondissement. [Read more]
L'Auberge Nicolas Flamel in Paris: Gastronomy and history at the heart of a legendary place
Housed in one of the oldest houses in Paris, if not the oldest, built in 1407 by Nicolas Flamel, famous alchemist and benefactor, L'Auberge Nicolas Flamel combines heritage and haute cuisine. Under the direction of Michelin-starred chef Alan Geaam and now in the kitchen with chef Émile de France, this historic address offers a gastronomic experience where tradition and modernity intertwine. [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]
Temple & Chapon, Mélanie Serre's New York-style address in the Experimental Marais hotel
On the corner of rue du Temple and rue Chapon, chef Mélanie Serre has opened a New York-style restaurant in the Experimental Marais hotel. And it's a delight. [Read more]
GrandCœur, the Paris address of Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco and his bourgeois cuisine
GrandCœur, the Parisian address of Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco, is the perfect place to curl up in historic surroundings and savor the very best in bourgeois cuisine. [Read more]
Trente-Trois, a discreet Michelin-starred restaurant hidden away in the Maison Villeroy hotel
Discreetly tucked away within the Maison Villeroy hotel, chef Sébastien Sanjou's Trente-Trois restaurant has earned a Michelin star for its well-executed yet classic French cuisine. [Read more]
Virtus, a quietly brilliant two-Michelin-starred restaurant
Taken over by chef Frédéric Lorimier and his wife Camille Gouyer, Virtus immediately regained the Michelin star that had evaporated following the departure of the former chefs. And it's richly deserved: although particularly discreet, this Michelin-starred restaurant has more than one trick up its sleeve to melt diners' hearts. [Read more]
Café Lapérouse, the explorers' brasserie at the Hôtel de la Marine
If the Hôtel de la Marine is a must-see cultural jewel in Paris, the Café Lapérouse it houses is also a not-to-be-missed stopover. The restaurant's menu proudly pays homage to navigators, including explorer Jean-François de La Pérouse. A magnificent setting and fresh, gourmet cuisine worthy of the monument! [Read more]
Magnolia, a neo-bistro with a subdued ambience by Anglo-Saxon chef Jack Bosco Baker
By candlelight, the neo-bistro Magnolia - under the aegis of Anglo-Saxon chef Jack Bosco Baker - unveils plates that are full of brains. [Read more]
Wagon Bleu Paris, an unusual Corsican-inspired restaurant in a century-old Orient Express carriage
In the heart of Paris's 17th arrondissement, the Wagon Bleu is a Parisian institution reborn with a gourmet and festive concept that's well worth the detour. This unusual restaurant, set in an authentic 1925 Orient Express carriage, offers generous Corsican-style cuisine and a lively program of DJ sets on weekends. [Read more]
Qui Plume La Lune, Jacky Ribault's prodigious Michelin-starred restaurant
Jacky Ribault's Qui Plume La Lune restaurant celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. An opportunity to discover the chef's first Michelin-starred address, opened before the equally Michelin-starred L'Ours in Vincennes, and to be guided by chef Jean-Christophe Rizet on a gastronomic journey that focuses on goodness, beauty, short circuits and seasonality. A fabulous table. [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]
Santa Carne, the place to be for lovers of Argentine-style grilled meat at Bastille
In Argentinian, Santa Carne literally translates as "sacred meat", "holy meat", and it's no coincidence that this address is so named. Here, meat is more than sacred, it's a religion: cooked, prepared or roasted according to the principles of Argentine parilladas, Santa Carne takes you back to Latin America for a meal to share. [Read more]
Act II (formerly Au_Top): the secret rooftop in Paris for a high Japanese cuisine
Acte II (formerly Au_Top) is a gourmet rooftop restaurant hidden away in the heart of the capital, with a surprising 360° view. Jean Philippe de la Perle's restaurant offers a panoramic view over the rooftops of Paris, while Masahide Ikuta's dishes reveal a high Japanese gastronomy. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Sacré Frenchy: a festive neo-French brasserie in the heart of Paris
Sponsored - 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. [Read more]
Pamela Popo, chic brasserie with refined menu in the Marais district
Rue François Miron, in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, head to Pamela Popo for a cosy dinner with friends or loved ones. [Read more]
Tracé, chef Clément Vergeat's deeply moving gourmet table
Once again, chef Clément Vergeat touches our hearts with his new gourmet table, Tracé, opened in place of his previous restaurant Tamara. [Read more]
Assinie, the elegant African restaurant in the 17th arrondissement, awakens the taste buds
Located in the 17th arrondissement of Paris, the Assinie restaurant invites you on a culinary journey between the Ivory Coast and France. After a fire last December, the restaurant was reborn to offer a unique sensory experience in the heart of Paris. With its new decor and colorful cuisine, this restaurant is a tribute to West Africa. [Read more]
Honō, a string of Japanese yakitori cooked in binchotan in a pretty traditional setting
Honō aims to put Japanese yakitori back at the center of the plate, while immersing gourmets in a traditional, intimate and exotic setting. [Read more]
Tanguera, Paris' first Peruvian-Argentinian restaurant, in the 11th arrondissement
Since January 2025, Tanguera has been open on rue Alexandre Dumas: on the menu? A menu of Argentinian and Peruvian specialities. [Read more]
Spiti Sou, the astonishing Greek bistronomic bar-restaurant with beautiful dishes to share
Spiti Sou is the restaurant that lets you savor Greece as you've rarely tasted it in Paris! Here, you'll find refined, sharing cuisine, where gourmet tapas and comforting dishes battle it out to the delight of gourmets. [Read more]
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Happy Valentine's Day 2026 to all lovers!
